Episodes
Hilary and Sab get their hands dirty answering your gardening questions. 12:33 How can I perk up my moon plant? 25:02 When can I buy bluegums in nurseries? Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.
Published 06/22/24
Published 06/22/24
Sab and Tets discuss pruning time, seasonal changes and oranges as they sip on a cup of tea. 00:58 Why pruning is so important, and what you need to know about pruning early, mid and late season oranges. 07:12 Whitefly in your garden? What you can do to control these pests.  15:17 How to check your passionfruit vine for pollen to see if it's a dud or not.  Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.
Published 06/18/24
Sab and Amber turn up the heat with a live cross from Karratha. 13:04 How can I help my jacaranda to flower? 26:06 What are these little sand like grains on my indoor climber? 42:22 Can I grow camelias in the salty coastal air or am I dreaming? Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.
Published 06/15/24
Sab and Tets  cover exterminating weeds, bugs, fungus and Daleks.  02:14 Sab shares her story of how she came to work at the ABC. 05:40 (and 14:55) How to keep your lawn looking perfect with vinegar in weed season.   12:02 Thinking about digging up your Birds of Paradise? Here's how to move it. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App,...
Published 06/11/24
Donning their cowgirl boots and spurred on by a LIVE studio audience, Sab and Amber celebrate ABC Radio Perth's 100th birthday with a special country episode of Roots and Shoots: Boots and Scoots.  16:57 If you've over-pruned, you're not alone. Join us here on Pruners Anonymous. 26:12 With a beard that beautiful, this surprise guest could only be Gardening Australia's Costa Georgiadis! 43:35 Galactic Gardening: A real life Dalek crashes the party to discuss chilli thrip extermination and...
Published 06/08/24
Sab and Tets are joined by former ABC broadcaster Geraldine Mellet to chat all things in your garden, and a few memories of days gone by for the 100th Birthday of 6WF..  00:32 It's winter but your mango tree might think it's spring, and has started flowering again. Here's what you need to know. 01:29 Tips on what kind of frost nettings to use to protect your plants. 02:26 + 09:18 Confused fruit trees continued.  18:18 Can you over water an Alexander palm?   Listen to the program live on...
Published 06/04/24
Sab and Amber dive into citrus trees, and root systems all whilst feeling a little dusty after a large Friday night.  04:34 How to grow and care for wattle. 17:51 What to do if the roots grow out of a potted plant.  29:34 Interview with Michael Bradley about the benefits of 'wicking', and all things you need to know about veggie gardens.  Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.dening program for gardeners and non-gardeners
Published 06/01/24
Sab and Tets discuss wetting agents, the rain and the importance of a good cup of tea. 03:31 It's finally started to rain but don't use fertiliser yet, here is what you should add to your lawn first. 05:47 What to do when your passionfruit vine is all flowers, no fruit. 15:41 Your curry leaf tree has scale. Is it still okay to cook with?  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text...
Published 05/28/24
Sab and Amber discuss citrus gall wasps, climbing evergreens and how to find a narrow pair of shoes.  15:21 What to do about citrus gall wasps in your lime tree.  17:51 Looking for the right tree to plant into a large pot? Sab has the answers on what you should plant.  39:08 How to best tackle a pear tree prune Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through...
Published 05/25/24
Sab and Tets dig into how to fix damaged limbs, and how much their gardens miss the rain. 00:20 What to do about your garden and the lack of rain this year.  03:30 Interview with Damien Postma, the Demand Delivery Manager at Water Corporation. 16:55 Recommendations on fast growing plants to grow in large pots.   21:18 What to do if a limb breaks off your tree. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or...
Published 05/21/24
Sab and Amber dig into cow poo, coffee grounds and the reality of Perth's tree canopy crisis.  14:16 - Why isn't cow poo helping my compost?  31:55 - Have your say on Perth's tree canopy situation!  43:39 -  What to do with all my leftover coffee grounds?  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to...
Published 05/18/24
On today's show: 00:28 Salvias will bloom all year round, how to know when to prune - and how much to take off!  04:46 Is your Ponytail plant huge? Can you cut it in half and propagate?  11:02 At what angle should you cut the stems of your Frangipani when taking cuttings?  17:21If your Desert Rose plant has browning leaves, here's how to help. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text...
Published 05/14/24
Sab and Amber discuss soil health, citrus grafting and how much we all love Albany.  15:16 - Can I use dieback-infected trees for mulch?  31:55 - What's the best time for citrus grafting?  43:24 -  How can I best prepare my soil for a range of plants?  Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.
Published 05/11/24
On today's show: 00:27 It's citrus season! Transplants, bumper crops, dwarf root stocks and all things oranges. 07:11 What is the best way to grow giant pumpkins? 18:55 Mites on your azaleas? Sab has you covered.  25:34 Does your juvenile banana plant need to be in a greenhouse this winter? Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App,...
Published 05/07/24
Donning strategically placed fig leaves, Sab and Amber celebrate World Naked Gardening Day! 21:30 - What's the best way to propagate my fig trees?  23:18 - How to fill a small verge with trees that attract birds and bees.  37:48 - Tips for fertilising and repotting orchids.  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or...
Published 05/04/24
On today's show: 00:33 How to rejuvenate your potting mix 10:14 Thinking about planting some carrots in your garden? Here's a tip on how to make sure they grow.  14:53 Dreaded chilli thrips and your roses. 18:10 If your frangipani tree isn't thriving, it might be your soil. Is transplanting them into a pot the best way?  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast...
Published 04/30/24
Sab and Amber are very excited to learn of a rare type of mulberry tree near Mount Magnet.  23:30 - Why has stress made my nectarine tree flower?  30:38 - What plants are best for my small balcony?  36:19 - How to take cuttings of a rare Pakistani Mulberry tree. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you...
Published 04/27/24
On today's show: 07:16 Everlastings have a knack of popping up in most conditions, but will they grow in yellow sand?  08:39 How to take cuttings from your pomegranate tree. 12:27 Pomegranates: best time to prune your tree, and tips on why it might not be bearing fruit. 19:35 Do you live somewhere windy? Sab's tips on plants that can be used as windbreak hedges. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or...
Published 04/23/24
A special Saturday Breakfast broadcast from the banks of the Swan River as part of the inaugural River Guardians Festival: 12:49 Suggestions on what to use for a non invasive small tree or shrub to grow next to paving.  28:52 Guest interview with Dr Kerry Trayler from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attraction. 40:45 Is your lime tree leaves going brown at the tips?  Gardening Australia's Josh Byrne filling in for Sabrina Hahn. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at...
Published 04/20/24
On today's show: 01:30 How to treat mealybugs.  07:59 Mark shares his knowledge on native mints. Discover the best one to grow for your tastebuds.  10:48 Tips on encouraging a young Lychee tree to bear fruit.  12:48 Scale on your Fig tree? Here's what to do. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like...
Published 04/15/24
Sab and Gianni discuss how to prevent your dog's pee from wreaking havoc on your grass.  14:00 - Does my Pinkabelle apple tree have a nutrient deficiency?  21:40 - How to stop dog wee from ruining your lovely lawn. 32:05 - How to revive a tawdry-looking tree turmeric. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever...
Published 04/13/24
On today's show: 00:12 Kitty litter can be a good tool for your garden. Here is where to use it, and where to avoid.  06:56 Your roses are made of two parts: the rootstock and the scion or top stock. What to do if your roses are only shooting from the rootstock.  12:19 Weevils on your Blackberry tree? Find out how to get rid of them!   17:50 What to do when the leaves on your Magnolia tree turn brown.  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your...
Published 04/09/24
Sab and Gianni deep dive into the fantastical world of fungi, and how to grow your own at home.  4:30 - What's the best way to seal off a cut after grafting fruit trees?  30:28 - How to grow your own mushrooms at home, with Diego Oliveira aka. The FunGuy WA 36:03 - How to encourage friendly fungi to spread throughout your lawn  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 222 720 or text 0437 922 720 Subscribe to the...
Published 04/06/24
On today's show: 02:50 Your citrus tree was damaged by the heat. Should you water and fertilise it at the same time to revive it?  04:40 The peach tree in your garden is too large. What is the best way to reduce the height?  07:20 Why you might be seeing more ant colonies in your garden, and what you can do about it.  20:55  The Aspidistra plant is known for being almost impossible to kill. So, why could it be dying?  Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC Radio Perth...
Published 04/02/24