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Roots and Shoots — 275 episodes
Bog Witches embark on a quest for Quisqualis
Slug season is here
Flowers for OIdies: Why we need good gardens in our aged care homes
Replacing lawn with native plants
We heard it down the grapevine...
The gall of the gall wasps
Stashing secateurs where the sun don't shine
My oh my, what a mandarin tree
Quick tips for getting great jugs
What type of soil is best for your liquidambar
Easy ways to make your garden bandicoot-friendly
Make your bamboo work for you
Banksias, figs, sweet potatoes and more
Helping hand for your hibiscus
Hibiscus, coriander, pittosporum and more
Gardening after a storm
Passionfruit flowers but no fruit
How to make friends and kill weeds
My feijoa has finished fruiting, is time for a trim?
Native potting mix offers several benefits
Stabby Sabby: Licence to Prune
All about deadheading spent flowers
Roots, shoots and super fat fruits!
Too much fruit? Time to chop chop!
Can you save a tree that's been struck by lightning?
The joy of using a garden diary to enhance your gardening journey
Helping sick, sad peppermint trees
Become a bonsai master
Bog Witches LIVE at ABC Perth Open House '26
The joy of snottygobble success!
101 fun things to do with a bra in the garden
Supercharge your veggie patch with biochar
Post-cyclone care for your windswept plants
Tips on shielding your garden from the wind
Roots and Shoots LIVE from the Port to Pub Swim
St Patrick's Day sweet peas can wait
Oh, my fair maiden(hair fern)
Problematic persimmons and masses of manure
Seeya later indoor ants!
Haircuts for palm trees... and birthday wishes for Amber!
Salty spears are the way to go
Mangoes galore, banana drama and plenty of peppys
What's that pest?
Happy rootin'-tootin'-shootin' 70th birthday, Sabrina!
Plants that look and taste great
How to best support new growth on a sapling
The curious case of the tiny fuzzy black zombie-caterpillars
Sometimes plants need sunscreen too
Pruners Anonymous: The support group for men who prune too much
Kangaroo paws, pesky grasshoppers and protecting plants from extreme heat
Roots, shoots and tropical froots!
Zucchinis, mealy bugs and stopping rats eating figs
Worms abound! Here's how to keep 'em happy.
Roots and Shoots returns for 2026
How to get a really great bottom (on your celeriac)
All I want for Christmas is... early-bird Roots & Shoots!
Merry Christmas (beetle) to you: A Great Big Buggy Special!
The wonders of a yeasty brew for your veggies!
Passionfruit going gangbusters? Here's how to keep it that way
A jacaranda without blossom in November
Get your peach tree looking peachy
Native alternatives for a 'cottage garden' that won't die this summer
Tips to get your garden ready if you're hosting Christmas
What'll I do with my Wollemi pine?!
Tackling very persistent weeds and surviving summer
Will I get in trouble for growing this poppy?
Grow plums, not regrets
Easy peasy solutions for your pea problems
If your grandmother is a lime, so too shall you be a lime
Slugs have invaded my worm farm, how do I get rid of them?
The birds and the bees... and the electric toothbrushes?
Tips for tackling chilli thrip
Flying ants vs. termites: Who's who in the zoo of tiny flying beasties?
Webbing caterpillars invading your tree?
The arduous task of removing a yukka stump
Roots and Shoots live from the Perth Royal Show
How to add a sprinkle of fairy magic to your garden
Getting your monstera to fruit
Fronds with Benefits
Native plants, beautiful birds and wildflowers galore
Roots and Shoots LIVE from the Friends of Kings Park native plant sale!
Don't shake the soil off when repotting a young plant
Help - I've got serious case of ants!
Everything you ever wanted to know about everlastings
Roots and Shoots: Plant Swap edition! Live from Perth City Farm
The joy of gardening to the sound of birds
The trials and tribulations of problematic passionfruits
Training your tree to grow the way you want
Roots and Shoots LIVE at the Save the Children book sale.
How to kill clover without harming your plants
What lawn pairs nicely with finely-aged frangipanis?
Dust your tubers in sulphur before you plant them
'Do insects get syphilis?' and other essential bug questions
Digging a square hole or a circle hole can determine how well your plant grows
Best trees for a tricky spot
The secret to growing a boab tree from seed
Wood mulch advice for the Perth metro area
Preventing shot hole borer spreading through mulch
Which poo is right for you?
Get out your high pressure hose and clean up that slippery moss
Seeds to sow in winter for springtime joy
Can we still use hardwood mulch?
Your frangipani's not dead, it's just having a winter nap
Borer, bougainvillea and the best natives for a heavy clay soil
Why is my 'hardy' shrub dying?
The process of dividing a staghorn fern
Get out your shovel, rain is on the way
Easy soil prep recipe for jacaranda saplings
Does a staghorn fern need moss to thrive?
Confused grape vine creating new shoots
Rats will stay out of your garden with this unusual recipe
Leaf blisters on an Illyarrie red cap gum
How to love your crepe myrtle so it loves you back
Gall wasp, worms and flies, oh my!
How to get rid of hungry caterpillars in your garden
Could it be phytophthora?
Why you need to plant a banksia tree (or two million)
World Naked Gardening Day
Gone too far with your tree trimming? Sab can help
A passionate entanglement between neighbours plants
Tips for laying turf
Pamela's purple pears and other garden mysteries
How to help your yellowing citrus tree
Attracting pardalotes to your garden
How to hand pollinate plants
Live from the banks of the Swan River
Protecting your garden from windy conditions
Want to join our Perth Plant Swap? Here's what you need to know
Can you make your own fertiliser from weeds?
When to prune native plants
The time to prune your mulberry tree is now
Creating an owl-friendly backyard
How to keep kangaroo paws happy and healthy
How to grow a nutty feast for hungry cockatoos
Wrangling rhubarb in your garden
Pruning a 40-year-old feijoa tree
Handy hose: how to use pantyhose in your garden
When ants attack! How to save your pot plants from an ant invasion.
Why is your peppermint tree dying?
Life after fungus, frangipanis and useful maths for garden magic!
How to get rid of armyworms
Wattle I do?! How to tackle the bumpy brown bits growing on your acacia
Want to know the best time of day to water your lawn?
It's time to treat your maiden (hair fern) to a sunny vacation
Drench your soil in a heatwave
Is now the right time to prune a kangaroo paw?
Don't even think about pruning your wilted leaves until summer ends
What's the best way to get rid of black ants without using poison?
Feed your fruit trees, they're hungry!
Mulch ado about nothing
How can romantic lighting help boost nocturnal pollination?
Will a hibiscus work well in my space?
Is there still hope for saving Perth's iconic Carnaby's cockatoos?
What do I need to know about the Qfly situation in Perth?
Sab's recipe to say bye, bye fruit fly!
SOS: Something's eating my veggies (and it's not me)
Tips for gardening when you have clay soil
Help! Is my plant a lost cause? (Yes, and that's okay!)
It's a good time to repot your plants
What should I do with my kangaroo paws after they've bloomed?
How to propagate Frangipani from a cutting
Here's why the blue banded bee is Australia's favourite insect!
How to treat temperamental trees right
Will your native plants benefit from a comfrey companion
Are you pruning your olive tree wrong?
What needs to happen to fix Perth's tree canopy crisis?
Put down the hose! The best way to water your lawn
What's the best way to relocate my rootbound Silver Princess?
The quickest way to propagate lavender
Growing a garden that's bushfire resilient, and beats the heat!
Why are my fruit trees not fruiting?
Using fallen leaves as mulch around the garden
How to remove root bound plants from clay and plastic pots
What's the best way to use worm castings in the garden?
Everlasting season is here, but can you grow from seed?
Carnaby cockatoos are on the brink of extinction, but you can help
How can I stop my dog from digging out the dirt from my pots?
Help! Why are my lemons growing in such grotesque shapes?
Live from Kings Park: Spring has sprung
How to help your productive plants thrive
Ants in your plants? Here's what to do
How to assist your avocado tree with all its aches and pains
Sab's recipe for a natural weed killer using salt and vinegar
Bye bye, winter... and hello, spring!
How to solve your aphid problem with some store brought bugs
Persuading plums, coercing citrus; How can I get more fruit from my fruit trees?
Why crepe myrtle trees are hardy, pretty and underrated
What's the latest on dieback spread in WA?
Giving young trees their first hair cut
Caterpillar Anatomy 101: Orifice breathing and butt clenching
It's time to get stuck into your veggie garden
How to brew a steamin' big bucket of weedy tea for your garden (not for you!)
Magnolia trees prefer the cold. Here's how to keep them happy
Is it too early to plant basil?
What vine will grow just fine... come rain, hail or shine?
Look no further for nice shady tree recommendations
What's the best way to care for our coastal country?
All your lillipilli questions answered!
Can I speed up the breakdown of leaves in my garden beds?
Why you should try growing different potato varieties
How to grow proteas in your garden
Help, my moon plant is waning!
Ever wondered why pruning is so important?
Can I grow camellias in the salty coastal air or am I dreaming?
Using vinegar against oxalis taking over your lawn
Boots and Scoots: Celebrating 100 Years of ABC Radio Perth
What this year's sunny weather means for your fruit trees
Advantages of a 'wicking' bed in your garden
It's finally raining, but don't apply fertiliser to your lawn yet
How to identify citrus gall wasps and how to get rid of them
What to do if tree climbers damage a branch
Treating your garden to a compost cocktail of cow poo and coffee
Be courageous when pruning your Salvia
What's the best way to boost the health of my soil?
Greenhouses offer ideal conditions for banana trees in winter
Happy World Naked Gardening Day, and a guide to propagating your fig trees
Rejuvenate your old potting mix with this simple recipe
How to take cuttings from a rare Pakistan Mulberry tree
Windproof your garden with a handy hedge
Here's why your lime tree leaves are turning brown
Surprising uses for Australian native mint
Help, my dog's pee is destroying my lawn!
How to use kitty litter in your garden
How to easily grow fantastic fungi and tasty mushrooms at home
A few handy tips to rid your lawn of ants
What does bushfire recovery look like for WA's precious plants and animals?
What kind of melons are best for homemade jam?
Celebrating our magnificent trees this National Eucalypt Day
Should you prune now, or wait until winter?
Roots and Shoots: Live from the Perth Provedores Market
Is dichondra the perfect ground cover?
Protecting your pond plants from pesky black caterpillars
What are these pimple-like marks on my ghost gum leaves?
How to rescue a de-mounted staghorn fern
How do you know if a plant has a fungus?
How to encourage more female pumpkin flowers
Why do Aloe Vera plants go yellow?
Why do gum flowers come in different colours?
How to care for your young mango tree
What to do when hot weather is killing your ground cover
What to do with plants that get hot?
Can your garden flower in summer?
"Start planting your own trees" to boost Perth's tree canopy
When should you prune your hydrangeas?
Can you use pool water on the garden?
Can you put coffee grounds in your compost?
Why are my petunia leaves all curled and stunted?
Tips on discouraging rats in your garden
Here's how lightning storms make your grass greener
Perk up some wilting tomatoes and cucumbers
How salt can help you get rid of suckers
How to propagate fruit trees from cuttings
How to help your African Violets thrive
Cheering up an unhappy leucadendron
Why kale could be the magic solution in your garden
The last hoorah for Ro with Sab plus how to best prune your plants
Using clay sand, and more
What are these little green bugs eating my tomatoes?
Why your trees might not be flowering
Is it too hot to plant a new garden?
Growing Butternut Pumpkins in a pot, and more
Draining your pot plants, and what you can mix in
Roots and Shoots
How to arm your Peach tree against fruit flies, and more.
Reasons why your snow peas might not be flowering
Transplanting your older tree
How to rot out a tree trunk and more.
Do you have bugs and beetles in your garden?
When should you root prune your plants?
Can hot water bottles help propagate my plants?
Can you keep your veggies warm with an electric blanket?
When should I fertilize my mulberry tree?
When should I pick my avocados and more
Can I rewild my garden?
Roots and Shoots