Meet the Degree‑Qualified Horticulturists Behind Walking Talking Gardeners
For more than twenty‑five years, we’ve dedicated our lives to horticulture — not just through hands‑on gardening, but through formal academic study, professional practice, and recognised achievements within the UK’s horticultural community.
Walking Talking Gardeners is built on a foundation of real horticultural education, scientific understanding, and decades of practical experience. If you’ve ever wondered about our background, qualifications, or how we developed our approach to teaching gardening, here’s a clear overview.
🌱 Our Academic Horticultural Qualifications
Both of us hold degree‑level horticultural education from Greenwich University, one of the UK’s respected institutions for land‑based and environmental studies.
Simon — BSc (Hons) Horticulture
Simon’s degree focused on plant science, soil management, botany, propagation, landscape ecology, and practical horticultural techniques. This academic foundation underpins the scientific accuracy and evidence‑based approach you see in our videos.
Lorna — BSc Landscape Management
Lorna’s degree combines horticulture with landscape design, plant selection, environmental planning, and sustainable garden management. Her training shapes our practical advice on planting schemes, garden layout, and long‑term plant care.
These qualifications mean our content is grounded in real horticultural science, not guesswork or internet myths.
🌿 Professional Experience: 25+ Years in Horticulture
Alongside our academic background, we have more than two decades of hands‑on experience in:
garden design
plant care
propagation
pruning
soil improvement
pest and disease management
ornamental and edible gardening
landscape maintenance
This combination of formal education and practical expertise allows us to teach gardening in a way that is both scientifically accurate and genuinely useful for beginners.
🏅 RHS Medals and Recognition
We are proud holders of two RHS medals, awarded for excellence in horticultural display and plant presentation. These medals represent:
horticultural skill
plant knowledge
design ability
professional standards
They also demonstrate our commitment to high‑quality, evidence‑based gardening.
🌼 Why Our Qualifications Matter
In a world full of gardening myths, conflicting advice, and unverified information, we believe it’s important for viewers to know that our guidance is:
academically informed
scientifically accurate
professionally tested
based on real horticultural principles
Our goal is to make gardening simple, clear, and accessible, while ensuring the information is correct and reliable.
🌿 Sharing Our Knowledge Through Walking Talking Gardeners
Our YouTube channel is where we bring together:
horticultural science
practical experience
seasonal advice
beginner‑friendly explanations
plant‑specific troubleshooting
clear demonstrations
We focus on helping new gardeners avoid common mistakes, understand their plants, and build confidence in their gardens.
🌱 In Summary
Walking Talking Gardeners is run by two degree‑qualified horticulturists with:
BSc Horticulture
BSc Landscape Management
25+ years professional experience
RHS medals
a passion for teaching beginners
If you’re looking for gardening advice backed by real horticultural knowledge, you’re in the right place.
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