• 51 minutes 20 seconds
    Can you save a tree that's been struck by lightning?

    On today's show: 

    • What to do about a plague of horseflies (with a cameo from Dr Bugalugs).
    • What's a good substitute for scoria? 
    • Help – my tree's been cleaved in two by lightning! 

    Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    2 May 2026, 1:00 am
  • 30 minutes
    The joy of using a garden diary to enhance your gardening journey

    Sab and Jo discuss Dolly Parton, favourite scents and of course, gardening! 

    06:43 A garden diary (or use an app) is a great way to keep track of when you planted, pruned and more. 

    14:50 How to know when discoloured leaves mean sunburn.

    19:38 ABC listener Paul asks what some :gnarly looking like pimples" on the stem of his fig tree could be?Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    28 April 2026, 6:30 am
  • 50 minutes
    Helping sick, sad peppermint trees

    Amber and Sab spill family secrets and provide astute gardening advice. 

    07:22 Want to propagate...anything? All the tips here.

    42:24 Sick, sad peppermint trees and what you can do about them. 

    46:08 What to do when you have aphids on your strawberry plant. Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    25 April 2026, 1:00 am
  • 32 minutes
    Become a bonsai master

    Sab and Jo discuss rats, aphids and being humble.

    01:37 What's with all the rats?

    04:11 Tips on growing a bonsai tree.

    12:12 Don't prune your climbing guinea flower now - only at the end of summer!Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    21 April 2026, 6:00 am
  • 55 minutes
    Bog Witches LIVE at ABC Perth Open House '26

    On today's show: 

    • Hello and welcome to our Bog Witch Home! 
    • Why is my citrus producing so many teeny tiny fruits?
    • A brief interlude on the thrills and tech of modern pigeon-racing.

    Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    18 April 2026, 1:00 am
  • 49 minutes 33 seconds
    The joy of snottygobble success!

    On today's show: 

    • Help save black cockies from trucks this harvest season 
    • Pure, unadulterated snottygobble joy!
    • What’s the trick to getting your passionfruit to fruit? 

    Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    11 April 2026, 1:00 am
  • 52 minutes 40 seconds
    101 fun things to do with a bra in the garden

    On today's show: 

    • Watermelons, credit cards and baby birds: Things to pop in your bra! 
    • How to grow stevia at home.
    • Tips for a thriving yuzu tree.

    Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    4 April 2026, 1:00 am
  • 25 minutes
    Supercharge your veggie patch with biochar

    Sab and Geraldine discuss biochar, autumn and planting

    01:39 Experimenting with biochar lately in your veggie garden. 

    05:09 What manure is right for what part of your garden. 

    09:18 How to help your climbing rose. Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    31 March 2026, 6:00 am
  • 51 minutes 5 seconds
    Post-cyclone care for your windswept plants

    On today's show: 

    • Making a macadamia tree feel right at home.
    • Why is my grevillea not flowering? 
    • Can I save my tree uprooted by TC Narelle? 

    Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    28 March 2026, 1:00 am
  • 19 minutes
    Tips on shielding your garden from the wind

    Sab and Jo discuss how to keep your garden safe when it gets windy. 

    00:45 Tips on shielding your garden from the wind

    11:16 ABC listener Pam asked for some tips to get a pop of "low maintenance colour" in a sandy soil garden bed.

    12:32 Want to grow dragon fruit? We got your back! Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    24 March 2026, 6:30 am
  • 51 minutes 46 seconds
    Roots and Shoots LIVE from the Port to Pub Swim

    On today's show: 

    • Hello! from the Port to Pub Swim at Leighton Beach.
    • What's behind the dead brown patches overtaking my lawn?!
    • Can I make my own wetting agent? 

    Subscribe to the podcast through ABC Listen, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

    Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

    21 March 2026, 1:00 am
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