Master My Garden Podcast
Master My Garden podcast with John Jones. The gardening podcast that helps you master your own garden. With new episodes weekly packed full of gardening tips, how to garden guides, interviews with gardening experts on many gardening topics and just about anything that will help you in your garden whether you are a new or a seasoned gardener. I hope you enjoy.John
Episodes
300 episodes
EP300- Adam Alexander “The Seed Detective” chats seed saving, growing veg, his new book and more
A single pepper from a Ukrainian market changed everything. That first bite—thick flesh, layered sweetness, a whisper of heat—sent us and our guest, Adam Alexander (the Seed Detective), down a path that connects flavour, resilience and the quie...
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57:53
EP299- How To Build A Stock-Proof, Beautiful Hedge That Delivers Fruit, Nuts, And Year-Round Interest
What if your garden boundary could feed you, shelter wildlife, and still keep a clean line against the field next door? We dive into the art of building an edible hedge that does real work: a thorny native backbone for structure and stock-proof...
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Episode 299
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26:36
EP298- Autumn Planting: Why Planting Trees And Shrubs Now Sets You Up For Spring Success
The garden might look like it’s winding down, but this is where the smart gains happen. We dig into why autumn gives trees and shrubs a head start: soil stays warm, air cools, energy shifts below ground, and roots quietly get to work while you ...
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Episode 298
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24:13
EP297- Tanya Anderson Lovely Greens, chats winter gardening tips, her book and more: From Lovely Greens to Lasting Soil Health: Organic Gardening, Windproof Growing, and Creative Uses for Plants.
A windswept island garden, a storm‑proof polycrub, and a no‑dig mindset that turns soil into a living engine—this conversation with Lovely Greens’ Tanya Anderson is a masterclass in practical, organic resilience. We head to the Isle of Man to u...
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Episode 297
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42:31
EP296 - Louise From Sunfleck Chats All Things Houseplants: From Décor to Wellbeing: Houseplants That Calm, Heal, and Thrive
Your home can feel calmer in minutes—no renovation, no paint—just smarter, kinder plant choices. We sat down with Louise Ryan, plant lover and founder of Sunfleck in Dungarvan, to unpack how indoor greenery genuinely lowers stress, shapes bette...
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Episode 296
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48:49
EP295- Shane Hatton Chats About Bosco’s Garden, Permaculture, Food Forests & More. Permaculture in Practice: The Story of Bosco's Garden
Ever wondered how to create a garden that works with nature rather than against it? In this captivating conversation, filmmaker and permaculture practitioner Shane Hatton shares the remarkable evolution of Bosco's Garden in County Kilkenny – a ...
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Episode 295
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51:53
EP294- 10 Super Plants For Autumn Colour In An Irish Garden. Capturing The Magic Of Autumn Foliage In Your Garden.
Autumn's fiery display has arrived slightly earlier this year in Irish gardens, with drought-stressed trees and shrubs responding to recent winds and rain by transforming their foliage into spectacular shades of red, orange, and gold. This timi...
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Episode 294
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22:16
- EP293 Perennial Grow Along September 2025. What You Will Need To Grow Your Own Perennial Border. Seed to Border: The Perennial Grow Along Project
Imagine transforming your garden with a beautiful perennial border—all grown from seed at a fraction of the cost of buying established plants. This episode kicks off our exciting Perennial Grow Along project, guiding you through the entire jour...
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Episode 293
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26:07
EP292- How To Move Plants Within The Garden: Moving Plants Without Trauma. Listener Question Answered.
Gardening isn't static—it evolves as we learn, as plants grow, and as our vision for our outdoor spaces changes. Today's episode tackles the art and science of moving plants within your garden, a skill that frees you to redesign without startin...
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Episode 292
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38:42
EP291- What To Sow In September & Other Gardening Jobs. Maximising Your September Garden: What to Sow Now Before Winter
Wondering what to plant as summer wanes? Don't put away those seed packets just yet! September offers the perfect conditions for establishing winter-hardy crops that will provide fresh harvests throughout the coldest months.This episode...
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Episode 291
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21:18
EP290- Fill Your Spring Garden With Colour By Planting Bulbs now!! Dig, Drop, Done: Why Lazy Gardeners Love Bulbs.
Spring flowering bulbs are gardening's ultimate return on investment. Planted from September through November, these botanical powerhouses burst forth from winter's grip with waves of colour that evolve from the first snowdrops after Christmas ...
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Episode 290
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37:04
- EP289 Watering Tips & Keeping Plants Looking Great In This Dry Spell: The Watering Wisdom You Desperately Need
Water might be the most overlooked factor in garden success. As temperatures soar and rainfall becomes scarce across the UK and Ireland, understanding proper watering techniques has never been more crucial for garden survival.This episo...
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Episode 289
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24:03
- EP288 Josh Tickell Big Picture Ranch Chats: Soil Revolution: Regenerative Farming's Global Impact
Soil health emerges as the unlikely hero in our quest to feed a growing population, reverse climate change, and restore human health in this eye-opening conversation with documentary filmmaker Josh Tickell. As the creative force behind the accl...
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Episode 288
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53:09
- EP287 What To Sow In August & Other Gardening Jobs : Seed Sowing Success for August Gardens
Welcome to your essential guide for August gardening success! As summer peaks and the first harvests fill our kitchens, smart gardeners are already planning their next moves. This episode unpacks exactly what you should be sowing now to maintai...
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Episode 287
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25:11
-EP286 Creating A Wildlife Pond & Making Space For Nature With “Pond Girl Ashley”
Dive deep into the fascinating world of wildlife ponds with expert Ashley Dowling, who reveals that creating a thriving aquatic ecosystem involves far more than simply digging a hole and filling it with water. This episode uncovers the secrets ...
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Episode 286
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59:04
- EP285 Carlow Garden Festival Unveiled For 2025 With Eileen O Rourke Carlow Tourism
Garden enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The Carlow Garden Festival returns for its annual celebration of horticultural excellence, running from July 26th to August 3rd, 2024. This year's lineup features an extraordinary collection of gardening...
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Episode 285
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45:24
- EP284 Homemade Fertilisers & Their Benefits In The Garden: Nettle & Comfrey: Creating Natural Fertilisers for Healthier Plants
Transform your garden with powerful homemade fertilisers hiding in plain sight! This episode dives into the world of natural plant nutrition, answering listener Cian's question about nettle and comfrey teas.Discover why these humble "we...
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Episode 284
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18:18
- EP283 What To Sow In The Garden In July & Other Gardening Jobs: July's Seed Sowing Guide for Garden Continuity
Welcome to your essential July seed sowing guide for continuous harvests! While many gardeners think the main growing season has passed, strategic planting now ensures your garden remains productive through autumn, winter, and into early spring...
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Episode 283
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23:16
- EP282- From Lawn to Flower Paradise: Creating a Cutting Garden with Colin Jones Salterbridge Gardens
Horticultural journeys often begin in unexpected ways. For Colin Jones, head gardener at Salterbridge Gardens, it started with his grandfather's fruit patch and eventually led to prestigious gardens across Ireland and Scotland. Now managing a m...
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Episode 282
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46:38
- EP281 Beyond Perennials: 10 Magnificent Flowering Shrubs for Year-Round Interest
Perennial borders may be all the rage in contemporary garden design, but have we forgotten the humble flowering shrub? In this eye-opening episode, we explore how these garden stalwarts are being overlooked despite offering year-round structure...
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Episode 281
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36:37
-EP280 What To Sow In June, Laois Garden Festival Recap & Other Gardening Jobs: Maximizing June: Seeds to Sow Now
Ever wondered what to plant in June when your garden beds already seem packed to capacity? This episode answers that crucial question, revealing why continuous sowing through early summer is the secret to garden abundance all year round.
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Episode 280
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29:46
-EP279 Wild Gardens, Rich History: Tom Coward on William Robinson's Legacy & His Upcoming Talk At Laois Garden Festival
Tom Coward is headline speaker at Laois Garden Festival on Sunday 8th June 2025 celebrating the work of legendary Laois native and garden revolutionary William Robinson. What if the current trend for wild-looking, naturalistic garde...
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Episode 279
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43:16
-EP278 Paul & Daniel Ardea Garden Chat About This Wonderful Haven Of Special Plants: Exploring Ardea Garden: A Wild West Cork Oasis
Deep in the heart of West Cork lies a garden unlike any other in Ireland – an immersive 11-acre botanical wonderland where rainforest meets meadow, bamboo forests neighbor natural swimming ponds, and plants from distant corners of the world cre...
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Episode 278
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52:55
-EP277 Alternative Plants To Bedding For Your Pots & Containers: Rethinking Container Gardens: Lasting Alternatives to Summer Bedding Plants
Ready to break free from the cycle of planting, maintaining, and replacing summer bedding? This episode explores thoughtful alternatives to traditional bedding plants that offer beauty, functionality, and sustainability for your containers and ...
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Episode 277
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33:59
-EP276 Tops Tips For Your Greenhouse This May, Tomatoes, Peppers, Cucumbers & More.
Summer has arrived with its warm embrace, transforming gardens seemingly overnight from soggy spring plots to sun-drenched growing spaces. With this dramatic shift comes the perfect opportunity to maximize your greenhouse or polytunnel, turning...
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Episode 276
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42:48