Michael has been involved with gardening and plants since he was just five years old. He is a self-professed Plant Geek, and was listed in the Sunday Times top 20 most influential people in the gardening world, thanks to his plant hunter role at Thompson & Morgan. Michael was responsible for new plant introductions such as the Egg and Chips plant and the FuchsiaBerry and keeps busy travelling the world in search of new plants as well as lecturing worldwide, including stints in Japan. He is very active on social media - so why not give him a follow at @mr_plantgeek or Facebook.
Reading gardening blogs can be a lot of fun, it’s a bit like having a virtual chat with gardening friends. You can pick up a lot of tips and inspiration from a blog.
From plant identification to glossy digital magazines, the gardening and plant world has really embraced mobile apps. Michael Perry picks out his favourite five apps.
Treat yourself to a QVC exclusive – the stunning Magnolia ‘Black Tulip’. Tune in to Richard Jackson’s Garden for your chance to buy this garden wonder.