EP77: A Cultivator of Hope: Exploring the Career of a HORTICULTURALIST

LIFE AS A Horticulturalist

In this episode, listeners will gain deep insights into the life and career of Carlos Magdalena, a renowned horticulturalist whose work centres around preserving biodiversity.

Carlos shares his inspirational story of how he became a horticulturalist at the world-renowned Kew Gardens in the UK, and how he both saved a plant from extinction, as well as discovered the world's largest water lily. 

He also discusses the practical aspects of being a horticulturalist, including specific roles and responsibilities, and how he opened up his career to new possibilities.

Carlos also touches on the threats that plants face, such as exotic plant collectors, and how dangerous the world of horticulture can be.

He shares his experience of discovering a new plant species and what it feels like to balance his passion with the life-endangering risks that he exposes himself to in the name of preserving plant biodiversity for future generations.

Overall, this episode provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a passionate horticulturalist and the challenges and rewards that come along with such a career.

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