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Anthony Faulkner

Hi my name is Anthony Faulkner the 2018 RTE Super Garden viewers choice winner and this is a podcast that covers all things gardening and talk to people from all backgrounds from landscaping to garden designers to garden centres to you all gardens around Ireland and UK also every month live design talk with garden designer Chantel Wynn from Land and Forn so stay tuned we are sponsored by Echo www.echo-tools.co.uk and Grow mental health Ireland find me on Facebook and Instagram

  1. 21h ago

    Season 4 Episode 131 Kate Henning ( Audio )

    www.katehenningplantingdesign.co.uk My background I was awarded full Membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists in 1994 and worked in private practice for 15 years on projects including railway station refurbishments for London Underground and the construction of  properties in London and the Home Counties for prestigious house builders and private clients.  In 2008 I took a career break and for a couple of years was a Foster Carer and had a great time introducing children to gardening, especially growing edibles. I was amazed to discover that some children are completely unaware of where and how fruit and vegetables grow. In 2014 I started my own garden maintenance business which was very successful and then decided to use my design and drawing skills from my days in architecture and train to become a garden designer. After much consideration I studied for a Diploma in Planting Design with the London College of Garden Design at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. I loved every moment and was awarded the Diploma with Distinction. I then went on to take their Certificate in Plantsmanship, and passed with Distinction. In 2026 I exhibited a show garden in the Balcony & Container Garden section of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in collaboration with my friend and fellow designer Susie Kennedy. The garden was called 'Tales from the Riverbank' and was our first dive into the deep waters of show gardens. We were awarded a Gold Medal. My Planting Design Studio is the result of all my knowledge of construction, planting design, botany and technical drawing, converging to create something really special to me. I love every minute of what I do and consider it a pleasure and a privilege to create beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces. I am a Member of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture and I have an allotment where I love to spend stolen moments and grow for pure pleasure. I look forward to meeting you. Kate

    1 hr
  2. 21h ago

    Season 4 Episode 131 Kate Henning ( Video )

    www.katehenningplantingdesign.co.uk My background I was awarded full Membership of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists in 1994 and worked in private practice for 15 years on projects including railway station refurbishments for London Underground and the construction of  properties in London and the Home Counties for prestigious house builders and private clients.  In 2008 I took a career break and for a couple of years was a Foster Carer and had a great time introducing children to gardening, especially growing edibles. I was amazed to discover that some children are completely unaware of where and how fruit and vegetables grow. In 2014 I started my own garden maintenance business which was very successful and then decided to use my design and drawing skills from my days in architecture and train to become a garden designer. After much consideration I studied for a Diploma in Planting Design with the London College of Garden Design at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. I loved every moment and was awarded the Diploma with Distinction. I then went on to take their Certificate in Plantsmanship, and passed with Distinction. In 2026 I exhibited a show garden in the Balcony & Container Garden section of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in collaboration with my friend and fellow designer Susie Kennedy. The garden was called 'Tales from the Riverbank' and was our first dive into the deep waters of show gardens. We were awarded a Gold Medal. My Planting Design Studio is the result of all my knowledge of construction, planting design, botany and technical drawing, converging to create something really special to me. I love every minute of what I do and consider it a pleasure and a privilege to create beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces. I am a Member of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture and I have an allotment where I love to spend stolen moments and grow for pure pleasure. I look forward to meeting you. Kate

    1 hr
  3. Jun 18 ·  Bonus

    Season 3 Recap Lee Connelly The Skinny Jean Gardener

    https://www.childrensgardeningcoach.co.uk/ Lee Connelly is the UK’s leading children’s gardening educator, inspiring a new generation to get outdoors, grow their own food, and connect with nature. Seen on Blue Peter and featured across platforms including BBC Teach, Lee has become one of the most recognisable voices in children’s gardening. His work has also reached Parliament, where he has contributed to conversations around the importance of school gardening within education and its role in shaping healthier, more connected futures for young people. Over his career, Lee has come face to face with over 500,000 children through nationwide tours, live events, and school visits, delivering experiences that inspire, educate, and leave lasting impact. His large-scale school tours, including initiatives reaching 10,000 children in a single week, have become a benchmark within the horticulture and education sectors. Lee is also the creator of School Garden Success, a programme designed to make gardening simple and accessible for schools, removing barriers and giving teachers the tools they need to get growing with confidence. Beyond the UK, Lee’s work has taken him internationally, with projects across Europe and ongoing collaborations in Japan. These global projects focus on using gardening, creativity, and storytelling to connect children with nature in new and exciting ways. Alongside his educational work, Lee has brought gardening to the stage through his live theatre shows, combining entertainment, energy, and hands-on learning to engage family audiences in a completely unique way. He has also partnered with leading brands, organisations, and councils to deliver impactful campaigns that connect with families at scale, blending education, content creation, and live experiences to create meaningful change. Recognised as a Gardens Illustrated Horticultural Hero, Lee continues to lead the way in transforming how children experience gardening today.

    48 min

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Hi my name is Anthony Faulkner the 2018 RTE Super Garden viewers choice winner and this is a podcast that covers all things gardening and talk to people from all backgrounds from landscaping to garden designers to garden centres to you all gardens around Ireland and UK also every month live design talk with garden designer Chantel Wynn from Land and Forn so stay tuned we are sponsored by Echo www.echo-tools.co.uk and Grow mental health Ireland find me on Facebook and Instagram

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