An insider's guide to judging the Chelsea Flower Show

James Alexander-Sinclair is one of Britain's foremost garden designers and writers. He's a regular contributor to Country Life magazine and many other titles, and a regular presence on television screens talking about gardening.He is also one of the top judges at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show — and we're absolutely delighted that he joins us to give a full behind-the-scenes account of the entire judging process.James doesn't shy away from any of the issues — or the controversies which have raged in recent years over the unconventional winners that have had many lovers of traditional gardens up in arms.You can find out more about James Alexander-Sinclair at his website or follow him on Instagram.Listen to Country Life podcast on Apple PodcastsListen to Country Life podcast on SpotifyListen to Country Life podcast on Google PodcastsListen to Country Life podcast on AudibleEpisode creditsHost: James Fisher Guest: James Alexander-Sinclair Editor and producer: Toby Keel Music: JuliusH via Pixabay Special thanks: Adam Wilbourn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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James Alexander-Sinclair is one of Britain's foremost garden designers and writers. He's a regular contributor to Country Life magazine and many other titles, and a regular presence on television screens talking about gardening.He is also one of the top judges at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show — and we're absolutely delighted that he joins us to give a full behind-the-scenes account of the entire judging process.James doesn't shy away from any of the issues — or the controversies which have raged in recent years over the unconventional winners that have had many lovers of traditional gardens up in arms.You can find out more about James Alexander-Sinclair at his website or follow him on Instagram.Listen to Country Life podcast on Apple PodcastsListen to Country Life podcast on SpotifyListen to Country Life podcast on Google PodcastsListen to Country Life podcast on AudibleEpisode creditsHost: James Fisher Guest: James Alexander-Sinclair Editor and producer: Toby Keel Music: JuliusH via Pixabay Special thanks: Adam Wilbourn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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