- Seeding or reseeding new lawns & the benefits of doing it in the Autumn.
- Maintaining your lawns in tip top conditions for the rest of the Summer.
- How to Extend the Flowering Period of all your Summer plants.
- Tree of the Month.
- Why Indoor House Plants are good for us.
Got a gardening question? Ger will answer them live on The Wagon Wheel on the first Saturday of each month.
ABOUT GARDENING ADVICE FEATURE
The first Saturday of each month, The Wagon Wheel show with Valerie Hughes offers a vibrant and practical segment dedicated to gardening, featuring expert advice from Ger McGaugh of McGaugh’s Gardening Complex, Curraghline, Headford Road, Galway. Ger brings decades of horticultural experience to the airwaves, making gardening accessible, enjoyable, and achievable for listeners of all levels. Whether discussing seasonal planting tips, sustainable gardening practices, or solutions for common garden pests, Ger’s insights are rooted in deep knowledge and a genuine passion for nature.
Listeners are encouraged to send in their questions, which Ger answers live with warmth and clarity, often drawing from real-time examples at McGaugh’s award-winning garden centre. His advice balances tradition with innovation, promoting eco-friendly choices while helping gardeners get the best from their soil, seeds, and space. From container gardening on balconies to full vegetable plots in the back garden, no topic is too big or small.
Valerie Hughes brings an engaging, friendly energy to the segment, creating an inviting space for garden lovers across Galway and beyond. Together, Valerie and Ger make Saturday morning once each month highlight for green thumbs and novices alike, inspiring listeners to dig in and grow with confidence.
Maintain your lawn in tip top condition
