Sophie Thomson
Radio Broadcaster at ABC Gardening Australia
Passionate gardener & author of 'From the Ground Up - a complete guide for SA Gardeners'. Garden Commentator at lifestyle & garden events, & mum of 5.
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2 weeks ago |
abc.net.au | Sophie Thomson
For stylish, hardy plants that are easy to grow, Sophie says Mediterranean plants often come to mind. These don’t all come from the countries that edge the Mediterranean Sea - some originate from countries around the world with a similar, temperate climate – mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers. Some examples in Sophie’s garden are:Its leaves look a bit like culinary sage but it’s not edible. It produces whorls of hooded yellow flowers that can last for several months, from spring to autumn.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Sophie Thomson
Carnivorous plants are fascinating and seem to come from another world. They can eat insects, reptiles, and even small animals and are found in very different environments around the world, from rocky dry outcrops to forests and waterways. The common factor in each of these habitats is lack of essential nutrients, so carnivorous plants have evolved to bolster their diets by trapping and eating creatures that venture too close.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Sophie Thomson
We often label plants as either ‘ornamental’ or ‘edible’ but, especially in smaller gardens with fewer options for the best microclimate, it pays to blur the lines and grow more collaboratively. That way you maximise space, beauty and pollinators. If you only have one full-sun corner, you might be tempted to choose between colourful flowers, fruit, native plants, or vegetables. But by choosing plants that have similar growing conditions, you can combine them.
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1 month ago |
abc.net.au | Sophie Thomson
Sophie explores a new exhibition at the Adelaide Botanic Garden called Garden Cycle, which features huge glass installations created by American contemporary artist Dale Chihuly. For the past 20 years he has created pieces specifically to be displayed in botanic gardens. He describes his work as “very organic” and the sculptures fit well into a natural setting, resembling highly ornate, colourful plants or flowers.
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Jan 17, 2025 |
abc.net.au | Leigh Radford |Sophie Thomson
Leigh Radford was joined by ABC Gardening Australia's Sophie Thomson on a Saturday. Radford opened the lines to have Thomson take your calls on ABC Talkback Gardening. Sophie said, "It's been a blast!"
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