About this episode
The episode explores the effectiveness and safety of robotic lawnmowers, particularly concerning wildlife like hedgehogs.
Can robotic lawnmowers save you time without hassling hedgehogs? Listener Pat has seen adverts for robotic lawnmowers and has lots of questions: Do they cut effectively? How do they manage with edges and flower borders? And what about avoiding wildlife and other objects in the garden? To find out, presenter Greg Foot is joined by BBC Gardeners' World magazine's tech reviewer Harry Duncton, alongside Dr Sophie Lund-Rasmussen (aka 'Dr Hedgehog'), who has carried out research into the dangers to hedgehogs posed by robotic lawnmowers. All of our episodes start with YOUR suggestions. If you’ve seen an ad, trend or wonder product promising to make you happier, healthier or greener, email us at [email protected] OR send a voice note to our WhatsApp number, 07543 306807. RESEARCHER: JULIA RAVEY PRODUCERS: SIMON HOBAN AND GREG FOOT
People in this episode
Host: Greg Foot
Guests: Harry Duncton, Dr Sophie Lund-Rasmussen
Topics covered
- robotic lawnmowers
- hedgehogs
- gardening technology
- wildlife safety
- time-saving tools
Keywords
- robotic lawnmowers
- hedgehogs
- gardening
- technology
- wildlife safety
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BBC Gardeners' World magazine, BBC Radio 4
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