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GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSecrets of a Gardening PodcastIn this very special episode, show host Kathy Jentz is interviewed by intern Josh Panepento about the podcast's first 200 episodes and some of the behind-the-scenes production secrets. The plant profile is on Egyptian Starflower and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events and this week's garden tasks in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Types of Beans from Christy Page of Green Prints.
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~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 100: Behind the Scenes
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2024-06-2258 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningReduce Your LawnIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Mike Lizotte with American Meadows about Reduce Your Lawn Day and planting mini meadows. The plant profile is on Hosta and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events and this week's garden tasks in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Cultivating Comfort from Christy Page of Green Prints.
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2024-05-181h 08
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden Trends for 2024In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Katie Dubow of the Garden Media Group all about 2024 gardening trends. The plant profile is on Collards and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Crape Murder by Craig McManus, host of The Garden Question Podcast.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 131: Garden Trends of 2023
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/12/gardendc-pod...
2023-12-091h 07
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningWildscapingIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Nancy Lawson, author of Wildscape* and The Human Gardener*. The plant profile is on Mock Orange and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Visiting the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
Show Notes are posted at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-174-wildscaping.html
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~ Gar...
2023-11-181h 07
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningNative Plant FallaciesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Carol Reese, retired Extension Horticulture Specialist, about native plant fallacies. The plant profile is on Sweetgum and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Cooking with Pumpkins by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
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~ GardenDC...
2023-11-111h 02
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningScent in the GardenIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Christopher Barrett Sheridan, The Flower Sommelier, about fragrance in the garden. The plant profile is on Loofah and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Fairy Gardens by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Episode 44: Witch Hazels
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~ Garde...
2023-11-041h 01
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningMurder in the GardenIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Marta McDowell, author of Gardening Can Be Murder and Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley*. The plant profile is on Blue Mist Shrub and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Fun with Pumpkins by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
*You can order Garden Can Be Murder by Marta McDowell at https://amzn.to/46ZIIsY and Du Pont Gardens of the Brandywine Valley...
2023-10-281h 10
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningMoon GardeningIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Jarema Osofsky of Dirt Queen NYC all about Moon Gardens*. The plant profile is on Cilantro and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Bumper Crops by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Episode 155: Planting by the Signs
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-155-planting.html
~ Ga...
2023-10-2158 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningCyclamenIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with John Lonsdale of Edgewood Gardens all about Cyclamen. The plant profile is on Arugula and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Hostas by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Episode 43: Galanthus with David L. Culp
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-43-galanthus.html
~ GardenDC E...
2023-10-141h 05
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningFavorite Fall PerennialsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Doug Oster, Pittsburgh's Garden Guru, about Favorite Fall Perennials. The plant profile is on Autumn Daffodils and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Flying Squirrels by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Episode 53: Superior Perennials with Karen Rexrode
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-53-superior.html
~ GardenDC Episode 64: Daylilies -- the Perfect Perennial...
2023-10-071h 13
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningFlinging with the Garden TouristIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Jana Milbocker, the Garden Tourist, all about the recent Fling tours of gardens in the greater Philadelphia, PA, region. The plant profile is on Jujube and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Cooking with Apples by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
Jana's books:
~ The Garden Tourist: 120 Destination Gardens and Nurseries in the Northeast- https://amzn.to/46murpM*
~ The Garden...
2023-09-301h 16
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningFigsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Jon Traunfeld, Program Director of the UMD Home & Garden Information Center, all about growing figs. The plant profile is on Cleome and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out Dr. Allan Armitage**, who returns to share the Last Word on Plant Critters.
**Dr. Allan Armitage is offering GardenDC listeners a discount for free domestic shipping when ordering his books through June 2024 at allanarmitage.net, simply enter the code LASTWO...
2023-09-231h 02
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGardening and the Weather with Margaret RoachIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with garden writer Margaret Roach, all about gardening and the weather. The plant profile is on Hardy Banana and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Growing Container Strawberries by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 92: Universal Gardening Truths with Carol J. Michel
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2023-09-161h 05
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBegoniasIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with John Boggan, a retired Smithsonian botanist, all about Begonias. The plant profile is on Salvia 'Black and Blue' and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Raspberries by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 15: Orchids
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2023-09-0959 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningPlant Geekiness and Must-Have Plant PicksIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Michael Perry aka Mr. Plant Geek, all about plant geekiness and his must-have plant picks. The plant profile is on Ninebark and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Joy of Apple Picking by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 109: Lavender
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2023-09-021h 03
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden Myth BustingIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Derek Haynes, the Chocolate Botanist, all about garden myth busting. The plant profile is on Monkey Balls and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Bears and Blueberries by Christy Page at the Food Gardening Network.
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2023-08-261h 03
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningAdaptive GardeningIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Duane Pancoast, author of The Geriatric Gardener, all about adaptive gardening. The plant profile is on the Franklin Tree and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on French Drain Systems with Craig McManus, host of The Garden Question Podcast.
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2023-08-1958 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGardening in the 21st Century with Janet DraperIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Janet Draper, Horticulturist at the Mary Livingston Ripley Garden, part of Smithsonian Gardens. The plant profile is on Balloon Flower and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Gardening with Water from the late James van Sweden.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 131: 2023 Garden Trends
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-131-gard...
2023-08-1259 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningHerbal Mocktails, Cocktails, and Other Garden LibationsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with KIMANI Anku, founder of Gardening and Beats, about making herbal mocktails, cocktails, and other garden-inspired libations. The plant profile is on Shasta Daisy and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with garden designer and host of Better Lawns & Gardens Teresa Watkins, who shares the Last Word on growing houseplants anywhere.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 23: Summer C...
2023-08-0555 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden TransformationsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Claudia Kousoulas author of Private Gardens of the Potomac and Chesapeake: Washington, DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia*, about garden design transformations. The plant profile is on Pickerel Weed and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out Dr. Allan Armitage**, who returns to share the Last Word on Plant Pronounciations.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 89: Working with a Landsca...
2023-07-2953 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGinger and TurmericIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with herbalist Susan Belsinger, all about growing Ginger and Turmeric. The plant profile is on Eggplant and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Mini Meadow Design by Graham Gardener, author of Tiny + Wild*.
The full show notes are up at - https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-157-ginger-and.html
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ Gar...
2023-07-221h 06
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGardening for Wild BeesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Sam Droege, a wildlife biologist at the USGS, all about gardening for native and specialist bees The plant profile is on Bronze Fennel and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with a tribute to the garden writer Pam Harper* as our Last Word.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 47: Pollinator Victory Gardens
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2023-07-151h 07
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningPlanting by the SignsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with Sarah L. Hall, author of Sown in the Stars (https://amzn.to/3rkFxMM)* all about planting by the signs. The plant profile is on Lotus and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Ellen Zachos of BackyardForager.com, who gives the Last Word on Eating Your Weeds.
If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:
~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 137: Into the Heart of the G...
2023-07-081h 01
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningTownhouse GardeningIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we chat with David Yost, horticulturist and plant specialist, Merrifield Garden Center, all about small-space and townhouse gardening. The plant profile is on Vitex and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with returning guest, Doug Oster, who gives the Last Word on Succession Planting.
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2023-07-011h 17
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningAn American Garden StoryIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, returning guest Barbara Melera, president of Harvesting-History.com, shares the story of the Constitutional Convention and how a garden visit helped found a new nation. The plant profile is on Butterfly Weed and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with our host, Kathy Jentz, who gives the Last Word on whether gardening is only for the rich.
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2023-06-2454 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningHeritage SeedsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we speak with Bonnetta Adeeb of the Ujamaa Cooperative Farming Alliance, a program under the non-profit STEAM ONWARD, all about heritage seeds. The plant profile is on Yarrow and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out Ellen Wells of Food & Flower Ink, who shares the Last Word on Growing Cucamelons.
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2023-06-171h 13
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSourcing Native PlantsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Amanda McClean and Claudio Vazquez, co-owners of Izel Plants about sourcing native plants. Izel Native Plants developed a unique model in horticulture by consolidating the inventories of several native plant nurseries in a user-friendly website. The plant profile is on Baptisia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with HOMESTEADucation podcaster and author Angela Ferraro-Fanning, who shares the Last Word on Food Forest gardening.
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2023-05-131h 18
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden Design for Plant CollectorsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with garden designer Linda Hostetler, about designing gardens for plant collectors. The plant profile is on Bletilla and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Sean and Allison McManus of the Spoken Garden, who share the Last Word on why you should plant Liatris.
Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-149-garden.html
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2023-05-061h 02
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningServiceberries and SaskatoonsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with returning guest Stanton Gill, Extension Specialist in IPM and Entomology with University of Maryland Extension, and co-owner of MacBride and Gill Falcon Ridge Fruit Orchard in Westminster, MD, about growing Serviceberries and Saskatoons in the Mid-Atlantic USA. The plant profile is on Bearded Iris and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with horticulturist and Washington Gardener Magazine's InsectIndex columnist Carol Allen, who shares the Last Word on arborist wood chips.
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2023-04-291h 04
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSustainable Gardening PracticesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Lois J. de Vries, Executive Director of the Sustainable Gardening Institute and Library, about sustainable gardening practices. The plant profile is on Golden Ragwort and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Dr. Allan Armitage, who returns to share the Last Word on Annual Plant Snobs.
Show Notes are at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-147.html
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2023-04-221h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSpring Color InspirationIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Roger Davis, Longwood Gardens’ outdoor landscape manager, about their spring bulb color displays. The plant profile is on Spanish Bluebells and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Core Aeration from Jeff L. Rugg, author of Greener View Gardening.
Show Notes are now up at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-146-spring.html
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2023-04-1555 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningEverything is Politics, Even GardeningIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Dr. Sunil Dasgupta, host of the I Hate Politics Podcast, all about how politics impact gardening and vice versa. The plant profile is on PJM Rhododendrons and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word from Kim Stoddart, co-author of The Climate Change Garden*, on Building Natural Resilience in the Garden.
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2023-04-081h 11
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningFlowering Cherry TreesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Dr. Margaret Pooler, Research Leader for Floral and Nursery Plants at the US National Arboretum, all about flowering cherry trees. The plant profile is on the Grape Hyacinths and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Crabgrass Prevention from Jeff Rugg, author of Greener View Gardening.
Show Notes are posted to:
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-144-flowering.html
If you liked this episode, you may al...
2023-04-0157 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBalcony Food GrowingIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Bill Dugan of the Food Gardening Network, all about growing food on your balcony. The plant profile is on the Spirea and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Signs of Spring from Heather Prince of the Fearless Gardening Blog.
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The Sho...
2023-03-2555 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningHydrangea Care and PruningIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Lorraine Ballato, author of Success with Hydrangeas. The plant profile is on the St. John's Wort and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Dr. Allan Armitage who shares the Last Word on Gardening with Hydrangeas.
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Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.c...
2023-03-181h 15
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningNature's Best HopeIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Doug Tallamy, author of Nature's Best Hope. The plant profile is on the Cornellian Cherry and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Eva Monheim, host of The Plant a Trillion Trees Podcast, who shares the Last Word on Trees with Unique Services.
Tallamy's books include Nature's Best Hope (https://amzn.to/40363q9), Nature's Best Hope Young Reader's Edition (https://amzn.to/3JtQ2UE), Bringing Nature Home (https://amzn.to/3l...
2023-03-111h 01
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningDaphne, Edgeworthia, and RelativesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Mark Weathington, Director of the JC Raulston Arboretum, all about Daphne shrubs and their relatives. The plant profile is on Sarcococca and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Steve Ellington, host of the Rootbound Podcast, who shares the Last Word on Jerusalem Artichokes.
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2023-03-041h 03
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBountiful BerriesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Kristen Pullen the Woody Ornamental Portfolio Manager at Star® Roses and Plants all about growing bountiful berries in small space. The plant profile is on Phlox stolonifera and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Christy Wilhelmi, founder of Gardenerd, who shares the Last Word on Composting.
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2023-02-2559 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningForcing Bulbs into BloomIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Brent Heath of Brent and Becky's Bulbs all about forcing bulbs into bloom. The plant profile is on Daphne and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Teri Speight of Cottage in the Court, who shares the Last Word on Sustainable Landscapes.
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2023-02-1859 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningInto the Heart of the Garden with Maria RodaleIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Maria Rodale, author of Love, Nature, Magic: Shamanic Journeys into the Heart of My Garden. The plant profile is on Northern Spicebush and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Dr. Allan Armitage, who shares the Last Word on Sun- or Shade-loving Plants.
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2023-02-1153 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningHome CompostingIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Gary Pilarchik of The Rusted Garden about home composting. The plant profile is on Stinking Hellebore and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Greg Peterson of The Urban Farm podcast, who shares the Last Word on Observation.
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2023-02-0455 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningPlants for ShadeIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Lee Miller, landscaper designer and blogger, about plants for shade. The plant profile is on Abutilon and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with C.L. Fornari, who shares the Last Word on Growing Vegetables from Seed.
You can order Lee's new book, Shade Gardening for the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic: A Guide to Planning the Ultimate Shade Garden, from Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3kGxuqd.
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2023-01-2800 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningCarex for the Mid-Atlantic RegionIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Sam Hoadley, Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center, all about Carex for the Mid-Atlantic Region. The plant profile is on Pink Muhly Grass and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Dr. Allan Armitage, who shares the Last Word on Common Sense Gardening.
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2023-01-211h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningNew Plants and Products for 2023In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with horticulturist Leslie Harris all about the new plants and products we discovered at MANTS 2023. The plant profile is on Boxwood and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with garden designer and host of Better Lawns & Gardens Teresa Watkins, who shares the Last Word on Mulch.
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2023-01-141h 09
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningMoss GardeningIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Annie Martin of Mountain Moss all about gardening with moss. The plant profile is on Orange Cosmos and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Kim Roman of Square Foot Gardening 4 U, who shares the Last Word on Culinary Herbs.
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2023-01-071h 16
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden Trends of 2023In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Katie Dubow of Garden Media Group all about 2023 gardening trends. The plant profile is on Poinsettia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Dr. Allan Armitage*, who returns to share the Last Word on Solution Gardening.
Note that this is the last episode of our season three year. We will be back in January 2023 with many more garden experts and inspiration for the coming year.
2022-12-031h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGroundcovers versus Ground CoversIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Gary Lewis of Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants all about groundcovers. The plant profile is on Amaryllis and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Carol J. Michel, who shares the Last Word on 5 Daily Gardening Tips.
You can order* our books at:
~ The Complete Book of Ground Covers: 4000 Plants that Reduce Maintenance, Control Erosion, and Beautify the Landscape
~ Groundcover Revolution: How to Use...
2022-11-261h 09
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSharing the HarvestIn this episode 129 of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Cat Kahn of HarvestShare all about harvest collections for the hungry. The plant profile is on Paperwhites and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Marianne Willburn, who shares the Last Word on Winter Gardening.
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Show Notes: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-129-sharing.html...
2022-11-191h 03
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningOrnamental Grasses and SedgesIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Shannon Currey of Izel Plants all about ornamental grasses and sedges. The plant profile is on American Persimmon Trees and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with Doug Oster, who shares the Last Word on his Daffodil Obsession.
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Show Notes are at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-128-ornamental.html
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2022-11-1259 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningUnusual and Specialty Flower BulbsIn this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Brent Heath of Brent and Becky's Bulbs all about lesser-known bulbs. The plant profile is on Garlic and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. Dr. Allan Armitage shares the The Last Word on Joe-Pye Weed. He is also offering a discount for free domestic shipping starting on November 7, 2022, at allanarmitage.net enter code LAST WORD at checkout.
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2022-11-051h 12
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden CemeteriesIn this episode of the GardenDC Podcast: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Gregg Tepper, Senior Horticulturist at Laurel Hill, all about garden cemeteries. The plant profile is on Celosia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We also solicit contributions for a new segment -- The Last Word.
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2022-10-291h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden Lessons LearnedIn this episode, we talk with Ashlie Thomas aka The Mocha Gardener and author of How to Become a Gardener: Find empowerment in creating your own food security.* The plant profile is on Brazlian Verbena and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We also introduce a new segment -- The Last Word.
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2022-10-221h 02
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningRaised Bed Gardening with Joe Lamp'lIn this episode, we talk all about raised bed gardening with Joe Lamp'l, founder of https://joegardener.com/ and author of The Vegetable Gardening Book: Your complete guide togrowing an edible organic garden from seed to harvest. The plant profile is on Osage Orange Trees and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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SHOW NOTES are posted at:
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-124-raised-bed.htm...
2022-10-151h 01
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningCover Crops and Winter Bed PrepIn this episode, we talk all about cover crops and preparing our growing beds for winter with Gary Pilarchik of The Rusted Garden. The plant profile is on Fuchsia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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SHOW NOTES are posted at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-123-cover.html
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2022-10-0854 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningAutumn Color ForecastIn this episode, we talk all about the Autumn Color Forecast and what creates that brilliant annual tree foliage display with John R. Seiler, Alumni Distinguished Professor, Forest Biology at Virginia Tech. The plant profile is on Colchicum and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The show notes are available at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-122-autumn.html
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2022-10-0156 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGold Medal PlantsIn this episode, we talk all about the Gold Medal Plants program with Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Horticulture at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. The plant profile is on Dahlias and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-121-gold-medal.html
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2022-09-241h 03
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningJapanese MaplesIn this episode, we talk all about Japanese Maples with Matt Millage, formerly with the USNA and now Public Space Manager for the Georgetown BID in Washington, DC. The plant profile is on Dianthus and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-120-japanese.html
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2022-09-171h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningCrapemyrtlesIn this episode, we talk with Margaret Pooler, Supervisory Research Geneticist with the USDA-ARS, all about Crapemyrtles. The plant profile is on Coleus and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-119.html
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2022-09-1058 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningIs It Ripe Yet? How To Tell When To HarvestIn this episode, we talk with returning guest Doug Oster about how to tell when fruits and vegetables are ripe and when to harvest them. The plant profile is on Okra and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are available at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-118-is-it-ripe.html
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2022-09-0359 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningEnvironmentally Friendly GardeningIn this episode, we talk with Thomas Christopher, horticulturist, author and podcaster, about environmentally friendly gardening. The plant profile is on Beautyberry and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. This episode is sponsored by Nature's Lawn and Garden.
~ Plants and Gardens Happy Hour #1
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2022-08-2756 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningMiniature VegetablesIn this episode, we talk with Kim Roman of Square Foot Gardening 4 U (SFG4U) about miniature vegetables and other small-space edible plants. The plant profile is on Little Bluestem Grass and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Links mentioned in this episode:
~ Renee's Garden container seed collection
https://www.reneesgarden.com/blogs/gardening-resources/tagged/container-gardening
~ Kitchen Minis
https://www.kitch...
2022-08-2051 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningThe Dreaded Spotted LanternflyIn this episode, we talk with Heather Andrews, The Thoughtful Gardener, about dealing with the spotted lanternfly. The plant profile is on Blackberry Lily and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
Spotted Lanternfly links recommended by Heather:
~ Spotted Lanternfly Map https://www.stopslf.org/where-is-slf/slf-map/
~ Spotted Lanternfly Penn State Extension https://extension.psu.edu/spotted-lanternfly
The SHOW NOTES are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-115-dreaded.html
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2022-08-1353 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningThe Art of TopiaryIn this episode, we talk with Emily Emerick, Executive Director of Ladew Topiary Gardens, about the art of topiary The plant profile is on Nasturtium and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are now posted:
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-114-art-of.html
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2022-08-0653 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGardening with ChildrenIn this episode, we talk with Sonya Harris, garden educator and advocate, about gardening with children. The plant profile is on Anise Hyssop and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are posted:
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-113-gardening.html
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2022-07-301h 04
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSummer Garden RefreshIn this episode, we talk with author Martha Pindale is a horticulturist, instructor, and Executive Director of the American Landscape Institute (http://www.americanlandscapeinstitute.com/) about refreshing your mid-summer garden. The plant profile is on Blazing Star and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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SHOW NOTES are posted at - https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-112-summer.html
See the CCBC's list of fall classes at: https://regxe.ccbcmd.edu/Stud...
2022-07-2354 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningFlower CombinationsIn this episode, we talk with author Jenny Rose Carey all about flower combinations. The plant profile is on Rose Campion and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-111-flower.html
Jenny Rose Carey's books:
- The Ultimate Flower Gardener's Guide*
- Glorious Shade*
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2022-07-161h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSelf-Sowing PlantsIn this episode, we talk with horticulturist Holly Shimizu all about self-sowing plants. The plant profile is on Borage and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The SHOW NOTES are posted at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-110-self.html
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2022-07-0959 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningLavenderIn this episode, we talk with Lloyd Traven of Peace Tree Farm all about lavender. The plant profile is on Stewartia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are now up at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-109-lavender.html.
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~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 62: Edible Flowers with Denise Schreiber https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-62-edible.html
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2022-06-1859 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningFrugal Gardening TipsIn this episode, we talk with Jessica Damiano, the Associated Press' gardening columnist, all about frugal gardening tips. The plant profile is on Chamomile and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-108-frugal.html
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~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 28: Preserving Your Harvest -- Canning, Freezing, and Drying
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2022-06-1154 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningOlmsted LivesIn this episode, we talk with Kirk R. Brown as Frederick Law Olmsted, who was renowned as an American landscape architect, journalist, social critic, and public administrator. The plant profile is on Serviceberry and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-107-olmsted.html
Gardencomm, the association for garden communicators, is at https://gardencomm.org/.
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2022-06-0459 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningAncient PlantsIn this episode, we talk with Dr. Richard Olsen, director of the U.S. National Arboretum, all about Ancient Plants. The plant profile is on the Gladiolus and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-106-ancient.html
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2022-05-2857 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningCrinum LiliesIn this episode, we talk with Jenks Farmer, owner of Jenks Farmer, Plantsman and author of Crinum: Unearthing the History and Cultivation of the World's Largest Bulb*, all about Crinum Lilies. The plant profile is on the Carolina Allspice and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-105-crinum.html
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2022-05-2158 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningDahliasIn this episode, we talk with Rich Gibson, past president of the National Capital Dahlia Society, all about dahlias. The plant profile is on the Weigela and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are posted https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-104-dahlias.html
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2022-05-1458 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningMulching and Weeding TipsIn this episode, we talk with Blythe Yost, Co-Founder & CEO of Tilly, about weeding and mulching tips. The plant profile is on the Dwarf Crested Iris and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Show Notes are posted to: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-103-mulching.html. Please review our podcast at Podchaser.com for #Reviews4Good at: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/gardendc-1137444 for each review posted Podchaser will donate...
2022-05-0752 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningAnnual CombinationsIn this episode, we talk with Carrie Engel, Retail Greenhouse Manager at Valley View Farms in Cockeysville, MD, all about annual flower combinations. The plant profile is on the Summer Snowflake and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
The Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-102-annual.html
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2022-04-301h 00
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSustainable Lawn CareIn this episode, we talk with Paul Tukey, Director of Environmental Stewardship at Glenstone Museum in Potomac, MD, about organic lawn care. The plant profile is on Epimedium and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events. The show notes are posted at - https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-101.html
Links mentioned in this episode:
Shared Roots encourages District residents to grow food by connecting them to new food-growing opportunities while caring for and building community in the garden: https://osse.dc.gov/page/shared-roots-site-application-now-open
Climate Victory Gardens (Montgomery County, MD)
https://myg...
2022-04-231h 06
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBehind the ScenesIn this very special episode, we share a profile host Kathy Jentz then we look back at the last 100 episodes, talk about how the podcast started, and share some of the behind-the-scenes production secrets. The plant profile is on Species Tulips and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
Show Notes will be posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/ on 4/19/22.
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2022-04-1655 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningTrilliumsIn this episode, we talk Amy Highland, Mt. Cuba Center’s director of collections and conservation lead, all about Trilliums. The plant profile is on Candytuft and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-99-trilliums.html
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2022-04-0955 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningNative VinesIn this episode, we talk Nancy Bell, Garden Coach and Education Coordinator at Gateway Garden Center in Hockessin, DE, about native vines for the Mid-Atlantic US. The plant profile is on Lungwort and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support.
Show Notes will be posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-98-native-vines.html.
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2022-04-0253 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningPermacultureIn this episode, we talk Nicky Schauder, co-founder of Permaculture Gardens about permaculture. The plant profile is on Eastern Redbud Trees and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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The Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-97-permaculture.html.
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2022-03-2657 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningWomen in HorticultureIn this episode, we talk Heather Wheatley CPH, CBLP, Director of Education at HOMESTEAD GARDENS, Inc. about women in the horticulture industry. The plant profile is on Witch Hazels and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events.
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Links mentioned in this episode include:
~ Women in Horticulture: Delaware Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1833008573633962~ Ladies in the Landscape: https://ladiesinthelandscape.com/~ Emergent Facebook Group: https://ww...
2022-03-1957 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningWillowsIn this episode, we talk Michael Judd of Ecologia Design about all things related to willows. The plant profile is on Primroses and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming events.
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Episode Credits:
Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz
Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford
Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/03/gardendc...
2022-03-1250 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningMagnoliasIn this episode, we talk with Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Public Gardens and Landscapes at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, all about magnolias. The plant profile is on Heath and Heathers and I share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode recorded in 3-5-2022. The show notes are posted to https://washingt...
2022-03-0551 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningPruning TipsIn this episode, we talk with horticulturist and garden podcaster Leslie Harris about pruning. The plant profile is on Snapdragons and I share what I picked up at our Seed Exchange as well as some upcoming events.
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Show Notes are posted at -
https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-93-pruning-tips.html
Episode 93 was recorded on 2-26-2022.
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2022-02-2659 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningUniversal Gardening TruthsIn this episode, we talk with garden blogger, author, speaker, and podcaster Carol J. Michel with a light-hearted look at universal gardening truths. The plant profile is on Paperbush (Edgeworthia) and I share what is in my winter vegetable plot as well as some upcoming events.
Here are some links mentioned during the show:
- Garden Books by Carol J. Michel (note that this is an Amazon affiliate link)
- May Dreams Garden blog
- Gardenangelist podcast
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2022-02-1953 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningOutdoor LightingIn this episode, we talk with Tony Weaver and Karen Olson Weaver of Olson Weaver Lighting Design about outdoor lighting The plant profile is on winter aconite and I share some local native plant resources as well as some upcoming events. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite platform so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford The Show Notes are posted...
2022-02-1253 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGreat Landscape EvergreensIn this episode, we talk with horticulturist and author Vincent Simeone all about growing evergreens. The plant profile is on winterberry holly and I share some facts about the season of imbolc as well as some upcoming virtual events.
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Episode Credits:
Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz
Editing and Show Notes: Dorvall Bedford
Show Notes will be posted on 2/8/2022.
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2022-02-0549 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningWorking with a Landscape DesignerIn this episode, we talk with award-winning designer Susan Cohan about working with a landscape designer. The plant profile is on hellebores and I share some upcoming local events.
The Show Notes are posted at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-89-working.html
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Episode Credits:
Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz
Show Notes: Hojung Ryu
Recorded on 1-29-2022.
2022-01-2958 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSeed Swaps and ExchangesIn this episode, we talk with Ira Wallace of Southern Exposure Seed Exchange about seed swapping, exchanges, and tips. The plant profile is on junipers and I share some upcoming local events..
Show Notes and Links:
~ American Rhododendron Society Seed Exchange
~ International Waterlily and Water Gardening Society Victoria Seed Distribution
~ North American Rock Garden Society Seed List
~ Seed Swap Day
~ The Timber Press Guide to Vegetable Gardening in the Southeast*
~ Ujamaa Seeds
*Amazon affiliate link
Episode 88: Recorded on 1-21-2022
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2022-01-2259 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningWinter Tree CareIn this episode, we talk with Lou Meyer, an arborist with The Davey Tree Expert Company, about winter tree care. The plant profile is on Ginkgo Trees and I share some of the cool things from MANTS 2022.
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Episode 87: Recorded on 1-14-2022.
Episode Credits:
Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz
2022-01-1557 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGarden Trends for 2022In this episode, we talk with Katie Dubow, president of Garden Media Group, about 2022 Garden Trends. The plant profile is on Aucuba and I thank our Fall 2021 interns. This is the last episode of 2021. We will be back with new episodes in January 2022.
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Episode 86 -- Recorded on 12-11-2021.
The full show notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-86-2022-garden.html
Episode Credits:
Host and Producer...
2021-12-1153 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningCamelliasIn this episode, we talk with Matthew Millage, a horticulturist at the U.S. National Arboretum, all about Camellias. The plant profile is on Hardy Orange and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
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Episode 85: Recorded on 12-4-2021. The show notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-85-camellias.html.
Episode Credits:
Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz
Interview Edits: Charlotte Crook
Show Notes: Melena DiNenna
2021-12-041h 08
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningThanksgiving from the GardenIn this episode, we talk with cook and author Jonathan Bardzik about enjoying Thanksgiving from the Garden. The plant profile is on Japanese Maples and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
The show notes are posted at - https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-84.html
BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Episode 84 - Recorded on 11-20-2021. Episode Credits Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Interview Edits: Charlotte Crook Notes: Melena DiNenna
2021-11-2057 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGreenhouses for Home GardenersIn this episode, we talk with Ashley Edwards, Horticulture Extension Agent for the Virginia Cooperative Extension, about growing Greenhouses for Home Gardeners. The plant profile is on Pyracantha and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
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Episode 83 - Recorded on 11-13-2021.
See full show notes at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-83-greenhouses.html
Episode Credits
Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz
Interview Edits: Charlotte Crook
2021-11-1350 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningPersimmons and Other Unusual Fall FruitsIn this episode, we talk with Stanton Gill, Extension Specialist in IPM and Entomology with University of Maryland Extension, and co-owner of MacBride and Gill Falcon Ridge Fruit Orchard in Westminster, MD, about growing Persimmons and other unusual fall fruits in the Mid-Atlantic. The plant profile is on Cutting Lettuce and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
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Episode 82 - Recorded on 11-6-2021.
Episode Credits Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz...
2021-11-0656 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBeginner HouseplantsIn this episode, we talk with Louisa Zimmermann-Roberts at Thanksgiving Farms in Adamstown, MD, about houseplants for beginners and what first-time plant parents need to know. The plant profile is on Tatarian Aster and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
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Episode 81 - Recorded on 10/29/2021.
Episode Credits Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Interview Edits: Charlotte Crook Notes: Melena DiNenna
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2021-10-3055 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBay-Wise LandscapesIn this episode, we talk with Wanda MacLachlan, Area Educator, Residential Landscape Management, University of Maryland Extension, about the Bay-Wise Landscape Program. The plant profile is on White Wood Aster and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
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Episode 80 - Recorded on 10/22/2021
Episode Credits Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Interview Edits: Charlotte Crook Notes: Melena DiNenna
See the full show notes at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-80-bay-wise.html
2021-10-2352 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningBoxwoodIn this episode, we talk with Bennett Saunders, General Manager of Saunders Genetics LLC, all about boxwood from propagation tips to dealing with blight and leaf miner. The plant profile is on Hardy Begonia and I share what's going on locally and in my garden.
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Episode 79 - Recorded on 10-15-2021
Episode Credits Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz Interview Edits: Charlotte Crook Notes: Melena DiNenna
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2021-10-1650 min
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningSeed Starting TipsThis episode we talk with Barbara Melera of Harvesting-History.com about the seed industry and seed starting tips. The plant profile is on Hen-and-Chicks (Sempervivium sp.) and I share some upcoming gardening events. Summer Creek Farm is this episode's sponsor.
Episode 45 - Recorded on 2-6-2021.
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Interested in how new plants evolve and make it...
2021-02-061h 06
GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic GardeningGardenDC PodcastGardenDC is all about gardening in the greater Washington DC region (DC MD VA DE WV PA — zones 6-7). Host Kathy Jentz is the editor and publisher of Washington Gardener Magazine. A life-long gardener, Kathy believes that growing plants should be stress-free and enjoyable. Her philosophy is inspiration over perspiration.
2020-03-0600 min