All the hot horticultural topics with Matthew Appleby from Hort Week

In this episode Ellen Mary and Michael turn the tables on someone who is usually the one asking the questions! For many years, Matt Appleby has been one of the most influential voices in UK horticulture, steering the editorial direction of Horticulture Week and covering everything from commercial growing and retail trends to environmental policy, plant innovation, labour challenges and the future of the industry itself.   Matt has interviewed countless growers, breeders, garden designers, retailers and industry leaders. But for a change, he's in the hot seat. During this chat we explore some of the biggest debates facing horticulture right now: the future of Chelsea Flower Show, whether the peat-free transition is delivering on its promises, the economics of growing in Britain, labour shortages and wages, the search for genuine new plants and the uncomfortable truths the industry doesn't always like to discuss. It's juicy!   Series 20 of the podcast is sponsored by Garden on a Roll - the perfect solution for beautiful, ready-made garden borders. If you love the look of professionally designed planting but don't have the time, knowledge, or patience to plan it yourself, Garden on a Roll has you covered. Each border is expertly designed by Award Winning Garden Designer Antony Henn and delivered with a simple, pre-planned biodegradable template you can roll out and plant in one go. No guesswork. No stress. Just follow the instructions and enjoy the results. Whether you're refreshing a tired space or starting from scratch, you'll get a cohesive, seasonal design that works with plants chosen to thrive together and look great all year round. Choose your style and size and everything you need is delivered to your door. It's planting by numbers! Visit Garden on a Roll today and bring your outdoor space to life. www.gardenonaroll.com