Plant Bare Root Roses Now, Plus, Perfect Christmas Trees and the age-old "Real vs. Artificial" Debate

Discover the secrets behind choosing the perfect Christmas tree with Paul Maxey of Scothern Nurseries near Lincoln. You'll walk away with a new-found appreciation for the Nordman fir's soft needles. From historical choices to modern selection techniques, Paul shares his expertise on trimming and shaping these festive staples to achieve that picture-perfect holiday look.Plus we're answering YOUR questions and sharing why now's the time to plant bare root roses!Listeners to the P&T Podcast can get a discount simply by entering the code POTSANDTROWELS - T's & C's apply, see the PlantGrow website for details.Explore the nuances between cut, potted, and pot-grown trees, and learn why pot-grown choices might just be your most sustainable option yet. Our discussion highlights the environmental benefits and the importance of sourcing locally-grown trees, ensuring your holiday celebrations are both beautiful and eco-friendly. Plus, we sprinkle in some creative inspiration on incorporating smaller trees into your decor, transforming any space into a winter wonderland.Videos Mentioned in this episode:How to Store and Plant Bare Root Roses: https://youtu.be/ryJ89JiqZjU Christmas Tree Farm: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0rGRDZKTqsRose Summer Special: https://youtu.be/iIU2BZdXrOw Visit potsandtrowels.com for links to all the videos & podcast episodes For a discount on PlantGrow products, UK followers can enter the code PT2026 at checkout (terms and conditions apply) Email Questions to [email protected] Our weekly YouTube videos are here: Pots & Trowels YouTubeThe Pots & Trowels team:Martin FishJill FishSean RileyFind out more about Martin & Jill at martinfish.com Find out more about Sean at boardie.comPodcast produced by the team, edited by Sean, hosted by buzzsprout.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.