241 episodes
Roots and Shoots ABC Podcasts
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Hilarious gardening expert Sabrina Hahn answers all your gardening questions big and small. Roots and Shoots is the gardening program for green thumbs and non-gardeners. Join the program live on ABC Radio Perth twice a week.
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It's finally raining, but don't apply fertiliser to your lawn yet
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 0437 922 720
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How to identify citrus gall wasps and how to get rid of them
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
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What to do if tree climbers damage a branch
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 text 0437 922 720
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Treating your garden to a compost cocktail of cow poo and coffee
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
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Be courageous when pruning your Salvia
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 0437 922 720
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What's the best way to boost the health of my soil?
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.