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We welcome John Foley, owner of Holden Clough Nurseries in Lancashire and former RHS Master Grower, he is a noted expert, having been named BBC Young Gardener of the Year (2012) and a former RHS Master Grower.

He has advocated for a shift away from digital-dependent horticulture, focusing instead on hands-on, traditional gardening techniques. He emphasises the mental and physical benefits of gardening, connecting with nature, and understanding plants directly.