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Green Thumbs in Canterbury

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Green Thumbs in Canterbury - September Book Reviews - Herbs and Bulbs( 0:28:17)

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This month we review 'Grow Herbs: An inspiring guide to growing and using herbs' by Jekka McVicar, followed by a look at 'The Kew Gardener's Guide to Growing Bulbs' by Richard Wilford.
Published: 16/09/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - Spring bulbs and flower shows with David Adams( 0:29:17)

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Join us as we chat about spring bulbs (especially daffodils), and flower shows with David Adams of Templeton Daffodils.
Published: 2/09/2024 8:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - August Book Reviews - Houseplants and Murderous Gardens!( 0:26:28)

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Join us as we reviewing our next couple of books. First up is 'Houseplants and Design: A New Zealand Guide' by Liz Carlson, followed by a look at 'Gardening Can Be Murder: How Poisonous Poppies, Sinister Shovels, and Grim Gardens Have Inspired Mystery Writers' by Marta McDowell.
Published: 19/08/2024 10:27:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - Houseplants with Jördis Renz of i_Foliage( 0:27:34)

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Join us as we chat all things houseplants with Jördis Renz of i_Foliage. With an incredible collection of houseplants, and a wealth of enthusiasm and information, this is a show you don't want to miss! Make sure you check out Jördis on Instagram @i_Foliage and in person at the upcoming Botanica Market 30th November.
Published: 5/08/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - July Book Reviews - Pickles and Pines( 0:26:18)

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This month we review the second of Niva & Yotam Kay's books, 'The Abundant Kitchen', along with taking a look at the 'Bonsai Beginners Bible' by Peter Chan
Published: 22/07/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - Bonsai with Aaron Curtis( 0:25:30)

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Join us as we visit Aaron Curtis at Shiro Bonsai (which is also the site of Kusamono Cafe). We chat about the basics of bonsai, and how to get started with this centuries old art form.
Published: 8/07/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - June Book Reviews - Resilience and Joy in the Garden( 0:24:2)

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This month we review 'Resilient Garden: Sustainable gardening for a changing climate' by Tom Massey, followed by a look at 'The Joy of Gardening' by one of New Zealand's favourite gardeners, Lynda Hallinan.
Published: 24/06/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - Sustainable gardening with Dave Bryce( 0:27:37)

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Join us as we chat to local environmentalist and Eco-champion, Dave Bryce. With an incredible property up in Redcliffs, Dave has a wealth of experience to draw on when it comes to creating a truly diverse and sustainable garden.
Published: 10/06/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - May Book Reviews - Organics and Permaculture gardening( 0:27:12)

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This month we interview Matt Morris about his newly published book, 'Bob Crowder: NZ's organic gardening pioneer', and then we take a look at Niva & Yotam Kay's fabulous permaculture book 'The Abundant Garden'.
Published: 27/05/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - Interviewing Whānau Whanake( 0:27:38)

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Interviewing Whānau Whanake who support over 100 households in the community by offering Garden to Plate services, boasting 20 vegetables and 4 tunnel houses. They've distributed nearly 750 seedlings, and continue to work hard to support families!
Published: 13/05/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - April Book Reviews - Fungi and Foraging( 0:25:23)

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This month we review a couple of excellent New Zealand books. 'Fungi of Aotearoa New Zealand: A Curious Forager's Field Guide' by Liv Sisson, followed by 'Foraging New Zealand' by Peter Langlands
Published: 22/04/2024 9:15:00 a.m.

Green Thumbs in Canterbury - Natural Dyes and Fibres with Charlotte Roberts( 0:28:35)

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Join us as we visit Charlotte Roberts in her studio in Birdlings Flat, see the amazing work she does with natural fibres and dyes, and interview her about Textile Revolution (https://www.textilerevolution.nz/)
Published: 8/04/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Greenthumbs in Canterbury - 11 Mar ( 0:27:34)

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Out and About With the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Published: 11/03/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Greenthumbs in Canterbury - 12 Feb 2024( 0:27:3)

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Out and About With the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Published: 12/02/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Greenthumbs in Canterbury - 8 Jan 2024( 0:26:16)

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Out and About With the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Published: 8/01/2024 9:00:00 a.m.

Greenthumbs in Canterbury - 11 Dec 2023( 0:27:30)

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Out and About With the Canterbury Horticultural Society
Published: 11/12/2023 9:00:00 a.m.

Meet the Green Thumbs! Two enthusiastic members of the Canterbury Horticultural Society. We are passionate gardeners, bringing you our take on what is happening seasonally in your garden and around Canterbury. We are excited to explore the future of gardening by interviewing lots of different people engaged in various horticultural activities. Flowers, vegetables, events, tips and a whole lot more! Join the Green Thumbs fortnightly on Mondays at 9:00am

Host: Ray King and Amy Wilson

Produced By: Plains FM

Language: English

Category: Special Interest

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