It's the news and gossip again this week as @mrplantgeek and @ellenmarygardening report on giant sunflowers, endangered birds and much more, keeping you up to date with the horticultural news.   As ever Michael decides he's hungry devouring some hazelnut butter as he talks about his trip to the South of France to admire Cyclamen. Ellen Mary tries to contain her excitement about her new wellbeing retreats with People Plants Wellbeing, there's some travel chat and plants in there somewhere too.   Sponsor of series 9 is @lavaliteuk - a range of products that offer the horticultural world ecological solutions, including moisture management, frost protection, pest control and soil conditioning. Find them at: www.lava-lite.co.uk   The Plant Based Podcast:  www.theplantbasedpodcast.net   Instagram Twitter Facebook