Episode 180: Violas

This week I’m talking with Jack Willgoss, who along with wife Laura, runs Wildegoose Nursery in Shropshire where they hold the Bouts collection of violas. The collection comprises over 160 varieties and includes some favourite varieties which date back to the 1800s. Jack talks about his collection, the different types of violas you might come across and how you can best grow them in your garden either in the ground or in containers. Dr Ian Bedford’s Bug of the Week: Biodiversity Decline What we cover Jack’s collection of violas How many species of viola there are The history of violas in cultivation Violettas  Pruning violas Viola growing conditions and feeding Hardiness Violas and scent Viola colours Propagation Edible flowers Links www.wildegoosenursery.co.uk Patreon Membership