Join us on the Scotland Grows Show as M.T. O'Donnell sits down with Una Treanor, Head Gardener at the historic Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye. From battling relentless rain and storm-force winds to cultivating resilient gardens in one of Scotland’s most dramatic climates, Una shares her honest insights and hard-won gardening wisdom.

Discover the real challenges — and unexpected joys — of gardening on Skye, from managing invasive rhododendrons to nurturing world-class snowdrop displays that draw locals and visitors alike each spring. Find out how Una is future-proofing the castle’s gardens against climate change, and pick up clever advice for your own windswept patch, wherever you garden.

Whether you're an avid gardener or simply in search of a bit of green inspiration, this episode is packed with practical tips and a reminder that sometimes, the best gardens are born from resilience and creativity. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes look at one of Scotland’s most picturesque garden landscapes!

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The Scotland Grows Show is the podcast which celebrates everything that is good in Scottish gardening, as we join gardeners around the country to find out what grows well where they are, and pick up tips and stories along the way.

Be sure to sign up to our mailing list so we can let you know when new episodes are published.

Scotland Grows Magazine celebrates Scottish gardening, and drops into your inbox 6 times a year. If you would like to receive a copy, just follow this LINK.

You can follow Scotland Grows on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, we'd love to have your company there!

And of course, you can always find your share of gardening goodness on our website at scotlandgrowsmagazine.com.

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This series of the Scotland Grows Show is sponsored by Dedicate a Tree, a special opportunity from the National Trust for Scotland to help breathe new life into Scotland’s woodlands.

You can dedicate a tree from £7.50 and choose from three planting projects happening across places in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. They’ll send you a certificate and information leaflet, as well as regular updates about the progress of your chosen woodland project, and your tree dedication can be shared on their virtual woodland.

Whether you dedicate a tree for yourself or for a loved one, in celebration or in memory, you’ll help nurture and protect Scotland’s wonderful woodlands for generations to come.

Dedicate a tree today at nts.org.uk/trees

"There’s no point in having a patio in somewhere that’s damp and shady because who’s going to sit there?"

arden designer and Scotland Grows columnist Joanne Evans joins M.T. O'Donnell to reveal the secrets of successful garden planning. Whether you're dreaming of a brand new space this year or eager to revamp your existing patch, this episode unwraps the why, when, and how of creating outdoor areas that truly work for you.

Tune in to hear Joanne share how January is the perfect moment to start planning your garden transformation. From mastering sun and shade to budgeting wisely and making your outdoor space genuinely welcoming, Joanne explains what makes thoughtful design so transformative, and why the flow of people is just as important as the placement of plants.

As a dedicated advocate for gardens that nurture health and wellbeing, Joanne discusses her passion for community spaces and the emotional wellbeing that a great garden brings.

Whether you’re a newbie with a blank canvas or a seasoned gardener looking for fresh inspiration, this episode will leave you eager to grab your gardening journal and start planning and sketching your dream space.

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The Scotland Grows Show is the podcast which celebrates everything that is good in Scottish gardening, as we join gardeners around the country to find out what grows well where they are, and pick up tips and stories along the way.

Be sure to sign up to our mailing list so we can let you know when new episodes are published.

Scotland Grows Magazine celebrates Scottish gardening, and drops into your inbox 6 times a year. If you would like to receive a copy, just follow this LINK.

You can follow Scotland Grows on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, we'd love to have your company there!

And of course, you can always find your share of gardening goodness on our website at scotlandgrowsmagazine.com.

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This series of the Scotland Grows Show is sponsored by Dedicate a Tree, a special opportunity from the National Trust for Scotland to help breathe new life into Scotland’s woodlands.

You can dedicate a tree from £7.50 and choose from three planting projects happening across places in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. They’ll send you a certificate and information leaflet, as well as regular updates about the progress of your chosen woodland project, and your tree dedication can be shared on their virtual woodland.

Whether you dedicate a tree for yourself or for a loved one, in celebration or in memory, you’ll help nurture and protect Scotland’s wonderful woodlands for generations to come.

Dedicate a tree today at nts.org.uk/trees

"It’s like magic. I just don’t understand how anybody can’t just love gardening because honestly, it’s like magic."

In this episode of the Scotland Grows Show, Lewis Swales, head gardener of not one but two stunning National Trust gardens in Aberdeenshire, welcomes us behind the scenes to discover the secrets of Pitmedden Garden and Haddo House.

From the intricate parterres and miles of hedging to trim, Lewis shares what makes these historic gardens so special, and the challenges of keeping them thriving in the face of changing climates and box blight.

Join M.T. O'Donnell as she explores with Lewis Swales how modern gardening practices are reshaping beloved Scottish gardens. You’ll learn how Lewis and his team are creating resilient, beautiful spaces by experimenting with plant choices, trialling new hedging techniques, and sometimes letting nature lead the way. Whether you garden on a grand estate or a city balcony, Lewis’s candid tips and lessons from success, and failure, are sure to inspire.

Tune in for a conversation filled with practical advice, fascinating history, and pure gardening passion. You’ll come away with fresh ideas for your own garden, and a new appreciation for the dedication and creativity that Scotland’s finest gardeners bring to their living masterpieces.

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The Scotland Grows Show is the podcast which celebrates everything that is good in Scottish gardening, as we join gardeners around the country to find out what grows well where they are, and pick up tips and stories along the way.

Be sure to sign up to our mailing list so we can let you know when new episodes are published.

Scotland Grows Magazine celebrates Scottish gardening, and drops into your inbox 6 times a year. If you would like to receive a copy, just follow this LINK.

You can follow Scotland Grows on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, we'd love to have your company there!

And of course, you can always find your share of gardening goodness on our website at scotlandgrowsmagazine.com.

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This series of the Scotland Grows Show is sponsored by Dedicate a Tree, a special opportunity from the National Trust for Scotland to help breathe new life into Scotland’s woodlands.

You can dedicate a tree from £7.50 and choose from three planting projects happening across places in the care of the National Trust for Scotland. They’ll send you a certificate and information leaflet, as well as regular updates about the progress of your chosen woodland project, and your tree dedication can be shared on their virtual woodland.

Whether you dedicate a tree for yourself or for a loved one, in celebration or in memory, you’ll help nurture and protect Scotland’s wonderful woodlands for generations to come.

Dedicate a tree today at nts.org.uk/trees