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Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jess Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society.

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Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jess Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society.

    Horticulture for humankind

    Horticulture for humankind

    Welcome to 'Horticulture for humankind', the first instalment of a three-part mini-series celebrating 350 years of Chelsea Physic Garden. Join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they embark on a journey into the some of the epoch-changing plants that have shaped our world which can be found in the Garden. From the ancient papyrus to the history of tea, this episode delves into famous and lesser-known plants that have become integral to our lives. 
    Presented by London’s oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, your hosts Ned and Jessica explore the fascinating world of plants and their importance to humankind. 

    • 36 min
    Unlocking our collections

    Unlocking our collections

    Delve deeper into the green wonders of Chelsea Physic Garden in 'Unlocking our collections', the second episode of our three-part series marking 350 years of plant science. Join hosts Ned Sedgwick and Jessica Regan as they seek to discover some of the secrets of the Garden’s history. From its origins in 1673, to the recent reopening of  our historic Glasshouses, no fern will be left unturned! 
    Presented by London’s oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, Ned and Jessica will guide you through three episodes about the captivating world of plants and their profound impact on the past, present and future.

    • 31 min
    A physic garden for the future

    A physic garden for the future

    In the final chapter of our mini-series celebrating 350 years of Chelsea Physic Garden, hosts Jessica and Ned gaze into the future! Explore with them how a quirk of history safeguards Chelsea Physic Garden in an ever-changing world, and witness how the Garden protects nature from some of its greatest scourges—from climate change to goats!
    Presented by London’s oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick, guide you through three episodes about the captivating world of plants and their profound impact on the past, present and future.

    • 39 min
    01: Ginger with Belvoir Farm

    01: Ginger with Belvoir Farm

    The first of our three-part mini-series in partnership with Belvoir Farm, hosts, Jessica and Ned, explore all things Ginger. They discuss, its significance in different cultures from a medicinal and culinary perspective as well as getting a chance to chat to Leanne from Belvoir Farm behind the scenes in their factory. 
    Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society.
    Chelsea Physic Garden has partnered with Belvoir Farm to celebrate their botanical sodas range. A range of three, nature-inspired sodas including Floral Fizz, Bitter Orange Spritz and Spicy Ginger Fizz. Bringing something deliciously different to your usual mixer.

    • 40 min
    02: Hibiscus with Belvoir Farm

    02: Hibiscus with Belvoir Farm

    The second of our three-part mini-series in partnership with Belvoir Farm, hosts, Jessica and Ned, explore all things Hibiscus. They discuss, its significance in different cultures from a medicinal and culinary perspective as well as getting a chance to chat to Leanne from Belvoir Farm behind the scenes in their factory. 
    Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society.
    Chelsea Physic Garden has partnered with Belvoir Farm to celebrate their botanical sodas range. A range of three, nature-inspired sodas including Floral Fizz, Bitter Orange Spritz and Spicy Ginger Fizz. Bringing something deliciously different to your usual mixer.

    • 38 min
    03: Orange with Belvoir Farm

    03: Orange with Belvoir Farm

    The final of our three-part mini-series in partnership with Belvoir Farm, hosts, Jessica and Ned, explore all things Oranges. They discuss, its significance in different cultures from a medicinal and culinary perspective as well as getting a chance to chat to Leanne from Belvoir Farm behind the scenes in their factory. 
    Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jessica Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society.
    Chelsea Physic Garden has partnered with Belvoir Farm to celebrate their botanical sodas range. A range of three, nature-inspired sodas including Floral Fizz, Bitter Orange Spritz and Spicy Ginger Fizz. Bringing something deliciously different to your usual mixer.

    • 37 min

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