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Fostering BloomsFree Plants & Full Beds: What to Divide, Propagate & Plant Right Now - Episode 23We already gave you our May To-Do list… but this episode? It’s a deep dive into the three garden activities we’re obsessed with this month: dividing, propagating, and planting. We’re sharing how to multiply your garden without multiplying your budget, with real talk about what’s working (and what’s not) in our own spaces. Expect soil-saving propagation tips, free plant goldmines, and a plant list packed with everything that thrives in May. Inside the episode: 💸 Our favorite plants to divide this month 🌱 What we’re propagating in soil and water (spoi...2025-05-0720 minFostering BloomsGarden Ready: May – To-Do List for Summer Blooms, Big Veggies & Fewer Weeds - Episode 22Welcome to Fostering Blooms — the podcast where two gardening-obsessed friends, Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum, dig into the joys (and challenges!) of growing a beautiful life from the ground up. In this episode, we’re talking about all the real-life tasks we’re doing in May to get our gardens set up for a season of lush blooms and abundant harvests. That means trench-planting tomatoes, laying down limestone screenings, dealing with the first big pest wave (hello, flea beetles 😱), and making time for drip irrigation before the summer heat rolls in. We also share what we’ve lea...2025-04-3027 minFostering BloomsBest Flowers for Pressing: Easy-to-Grow Blooms for Beginners - Episode 21Want to grow your own pressed flower collection on a budget—without needing expert skills or a giant garden? In this solo episode, Shannon answers a question from Instagram follower, Dee at the Fairy Door Project, and breaks down exactly how to create a simple, budget-friendly garden for growing flowers ideal for pressing. From building a no-dig raised bed to choosing the right blooms for sun and shade, Shannon shares beginner-friendly, low-cost ways to get started right now. You'll learn: The easiest no-dig method to build a 4x4 raised bed (without wood!) 2025-04-2321 minFostering BloomsOur Top 10 Spring Plants: Favorite Flowers and Veggies to Grow Now - Episode 20It’s finally here — the spring bloom bonanza! 🌷 In this episode, we’re sharing five flowers and five vegetables we’re most excited about in our early spring gardens. From stunning David Austin roses and clematis to sweet peas, tulips, kale, and the best crunchy radishes you’ll ever taste, we walk through what’s blooming (and what’s almost there) in our Zones 7B gardens. These are the plants we believe in, whether they’re tried-and-true or brand-new-to-us varieties. If you’re planning your next succession planting or wondering which flowers will make your garden shine, this episode is packe...2025-04-1622 minFostering BloomsGrow Anywhere: How to Grow Tomatoes, Herbs & More in Pots - Episode 19Got a porch, patio, or balcony and want to grow your own food? You’re in luck! In this listener Q&A episode, Shannon and Caitlyn answer a question from Shannon’s sister, Gracie, who lives in an apartment in Wilmington, NC, and wants to start growing some vegetables this year. Whether you’re working with limited space or dreaming of your first patio garden, this episode has everything you need to get started! They cover: The best pot sizes and materials for veggies and herbs What to plant (including tomatoes, herbs...2025-04-0915 minFostering BloomsGarden Ready: April To-Do List for Thriving Spring Gardens – Episode 18 Welcome to Fostering Blooms—the podcast where two gardening-obsessed friends, Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum, dig into the joys (and challenges!) of growing a beautiful life from the ground up. In this episode, we’re welcoming April with open arms and muddy hands as we break down everything you need to do in your garden this month to keep things blooming, productive, and on track. From indoor sowing of warm-season crops like tomatoes, zinnias, and peppers, to direct sowing essentials like carrots, okra, and sunflowers, we’re covering all the what-to-plant-now details. We also dive into po...2025-04-0218 minFostering BloomsThe Plants We’ll Never Grow Again: Our Most Hated Garden Picks - Episode 17Think all plants are lovable? Think again. In this spicy episode of Fostering Blooms, Shannon and Caitlyn share their most hated plants—the ones they’ve ripped out, sworn off, or watched take over their gardens like villains in a garden drama. 💔 From Nandina to Monkey Grass to the ever-tricky Black-Eyed Susan Vine, they spill the dirt on which plants just aren’t worth the trouble—and offer better alternatives you can grow instead. 🎙️ In this episode you’ll learn: Which popular plants are secretly garden nightmares 😬 Why some “low maintenance” plants actually cause mor...2025-03-2615 minFostering BloomsAnne of All Trades on Lazy Gardening, Soil Health & Composting Hacks - Episode 16Soil is the foundation of every thriving garden, but what if we told you it could also be the key to effortless, abundant growth? In this episode of Fostering Blooms, we sit down with the legendary Anne Briggs, also known as Anne of All Trades, to talk about all things lazy gardening, soil health, and sustainable homesteading. Anne shares her science-backed, no-fuss approach to gardening, revealing how anyone—whether on acres of farmland or a tiny apartment balcony—can create a thriving ecosystem that works for you, not against you. She walks us through the biggest mistakes new...2025-03-2059 minFostering BloomsThe Rundown: How to Grow & Care for Catmint & Hardy Geraniums (And Why They’re Garden Superstars!) - Episode 15Welcome back to Fostering Blooms, the podcast where we dig deep into gardening and all the ways it can enrich your home and life. In this episode, Shannon is flying solo to share the unsung heroes of a well-designed garden—catmint and hardy geraniums. These powerhouse plants may not always steal the show, but they are the quiet backbone of stunning, effortless garden design. 🌸 From creating lush, romantic borders to attracting pollinators and thriving on almost zero maintenance (hello, lazy gardener dream plants!), these perennials deserve a spot in your garden. Shannon shares: 🌿 How she planted...2025-03-1716 minFostering BloomsSoil Blocking 101: The Secret to Stronger, Healthier Seedlings - Episode 14Soil Blocking 101: The Secret to Stronger, Healthier Seedlings! 🌱 In this episode of Fostering Blooms, Shannon Foster-Boline & Caitlyn Blum dive into soil blocking—a game-changing method for starting seeds without plastic trays! 🌍✨ 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The benefits of soil blocking (stronger roots, less transplant shock!) ✔️ The exact soil mix recipe for perfect blocks ✔️ The best tools for beginners (& where to get them!) ✔️ Seeding, watering, & maintenance hacks to get the best germination rates ✔️ Common mistakes & how to avoid them Whether you're a first-time seed starter or a seasoned gardener, this episode will help you grow str...2025-03-1216 minFostering BloomsGarden Ready: March Into Spring - Your Essential To-Do List - Episode 13March is here, and so is your official garden prep checklist! 🌱 In this episode, Shannon and Caitlyn are marching (literally) into spring with a jam-packed to-do list to get your garden thriving. From chitting potatoes (aka prepping them to sprout) to sowing tomatoes, peppers, and flowers, they’re covering everything you need to do right now to stay ahead of the season. But they’re not stopping there — they’re also sharing smart bed prep strategies (hello, cardboard hoarding) and talking about their own garden experiments so you can learn what works (and what flops) without doing all the tri...2025-03-0515 minFostering BloomsThe Best Gardening Tools for Beginners & Experts (What You Actually Need!) - Episode 12 Must-Have Gardening Tools: Game Changers for Every Gardener! In this episode of Fostering Blooms, Shannon Foster-Boline & Caitlyn Blum break down the absolute best gardening tools that will make your garden life easier, faster, and more enjoyable. We cover everything from the historical Sussex trug 🏡 to the life-changing Japanese sickle, plus essential tools for weeding, planting, pruning, and seed-starting. 🌱 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ The one tool every gardener wishes they had known about sooner ✔️ Why the Hori Hori knife is like a samurai sword for gardening 🗡️ ✔️ The best weeding tools to save you...2025-02-2617 minFostering BloomsThe Rundown: Everything You Need to Know About Growing Dahlias - Episode 11 In this solo episode of Fostering Blooms, Caitlyn takes you deep into the world of dahlias—one of the most breathtaking flowers you can grow. From choosing the right varieties to planting, watering, and maintaining a thriving dahlia garden, she shares essential tips and personal insights to help you succeed. 🌿 Learn about: ✅ The best conditions for healthy, vibrant dahlias ✅ Common mistakes to avoid when planting & caring for tubers ✅ The top dahlia varieties Caitlyn is excited to grow ✅ How to deal with pests & diseases naturally ✅ Creative ways to expand your garden space W...2025-02-1917 minFostering BloomsListener Q&A: Perfect Plant Picks for a Part Shade Flower Bed - Episode 10In this episode of Fostering Blooms, hosts Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum dive into their first listener Q&A! They respond to a question from Lexi in Knoxville, who seeks advice on enhancing the curb appeal of her northwest-facing, partially shaded front yard. Both Shannon and Caitlyn create unique 'landscape recipes' tailored to Zone 7B, incorporating a range of plants that thrive in partial sun and shade. From hydrangeas and hellebores to hostas and foxgloves, they provide detailed suggestions to help Lexi design a stunning and resilient garden. Tune in for an engaging and informative session on garden planning and de...2025-02-1216 minFostering BloomsGarden Ready: February To-Do List for A Thriving Garden - Episode 9In this episode, Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum hosts of Fostering Blooms, discuss their comprehensive February gardening to-do list, ensuring you're garden ready with them. They emphasize the importance of ordering seed potatoes from a trusted supplier like Wood Prairie Farm, and introduce the concept of 'chitting'. The conversation includes tips on sowing a variety of vegetables both indoors and directly into the garden, with insights on soil preparation, composting, and the benefits of using family-run businesses for quality, organic seeds. Caitlyn & Shannon also share personal experiments with succession planting and soil amendments, ending with a...2025-02-0519 minFostering BloomsGardening Goals for 2025: Let's Grow Together This Year - Episode 8In this episode of Fostering Blooms, Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum kick off the new year with their top garden goals for 2025. They discuss New Year's resolutions specifically for gardening, including composting, intentional garden design, propagation, and succession planning. Shannon shares her aspiration to master composting, while Caitlyn emphasizes the importance of intentional garden design. Tune in to get inspired, learn new tips, and set your own garden goals for a flourishing 2025! 00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings 00:11 Garden Goals for 2025 00:36 Composting Aspirations 03:17 Designing the Garden 04:40 Propagation Plans2025-01-2908 minFostering BloomsThe Rundown: Hellebores & Lenten Roses- Episode 7 In this episode of Fostering Blooms, host Shannon Foster-Boline shares her experiences and tips on growing Hellebores, also known as Lenten Roses. From understanding their proper Latin name to caring for them in various climates, this episode covers everything you need to know about these versatile and hardy plants. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, tune in for insights on soil preferences, planting times, and why hellebores are a must-have for any (lazy) gardener. Join in for this deep dive and get ready to add some magic to your garden with Hellebores! 00:00 Welcome to Fostering Blooms! 00:09 Support and Feedba...2025-01-2210 minFostering BloomsTop Ten Lazy Gardener Plants You’ll Love! - Episode 6Join Shannon Foster Boline and Caitlyn Blum on Fostering Blooms as they reveal their top ten plants perfect for any lazy gardener. These are hassle-free, low-maintenance plants that thrive even with minimal care. From hardy perennials like Salvia and Yew, to vibrant annuals such as Zinnias and Marigolds, these selections not only beautify your garden but also demand little in return. Shannon and Caitlyn share personal experiences, tips, and tricks for each plant, ensuring you have a bountiful yet low-effort garden. Tune in to discover beginner-friendly options and some surprises along the way! 2025-01-1718 minFostering BloomsWrapping Up 2024: Gardening Hits and Misses - Episode 5In this episode of Fostering Blooms, Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum reflect on their gardening successes and failures as the year 2024 comes to an end. Shannon discusses the successful expansion of her vegetable garden and the establishment of a cut flower garden, while Caitlyn shares her achievements with climbing roses and her passion for seed collecting. They also highlight their challenges, including Shannon's struggles with relocating hostas during a drought,mysterious plant deaths and Caitlyn's battle with persistent weeds, and overgrown volunteer plants. Throughout the conversation, the duo shares practical tips and...2025-01-0514 minFostering BloomsGarden Ready: January's Must-Do Jobs - Episode 4Join Shannon and Caitlyn of Fostering Blooms in this January episode as they share a detailed list of gardening tasks for both vegetables and flowers. From organizing and ordering seeds, soil testing, and creating garden maps to pruning fruit trees and shrubs, preparing beds for early spring planting, and starting seeds indoors, they cover all the essential activities to keep your garden thriving during the winter months. The hosts share these jobs in the context of their own gardens and experiences, providing practical tips and relatable insights. Whether you're a novice gardener or hav...2025-01-0511 minFostering BloomsCaitlyn's Story: Rooted in the Garden, Harvested with Love - Episode 3In this episode of Fostering Blooms, hosts Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum ignite their passion for gardening in a fun and fiery conversation. Caitlyn shares gripping tales of her favorite plants, including a resilient Bathsheba rose, and delves into her long-standing love of gardening that traces back to her teenage years. Listeners will also be treated to Caitlyn's dream garden inspired by the beautiful landscapes of Italy and her eclectic garden style. As the conversation explores the therapeutic benefits of gardening, Caitlyn shares her journey—from founding her family’s first farm in her...2025-01-0510 minFostering BloomsShannon's Journey: Why Every Garden Has a Story - Episode 2 In this episode of Fostering Blooms, hosts Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum dive deep into Shannon's gardening journey. Caitlyn interviews Shannon with some tricky questions. From the emotional dilemma of rescuing just one plant in a wildfire to her lifelong love for the Arts & Crafts/cottage garden style inspired by trips to England, Shannon opens up about what makes her garden special. Tune in to discover Shannon's favorite garden tools, including the indispensable Hori Hori, and hear why she believes everyone can have a green thumb. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the joys and challenges of gardening, and lear...2025-01-0515 minFostering BloomsWelcome to Fostering Blooms: Kickoff Episode 1 Join hosts Shannon Foster-Boline and Caitlyn Blum in the inaugural episode of 'Fostering Blooms' as they introduce their unique gardening podcast, even as it rains and the temperature drops to 30 degrees. Despite the unconventional winter start, they're here to show you why January is perfect for garden planning. You'll learn about the duo's friendship rooted in a love for gardening, what you can expect from their honest and sometimes humorous episodes, and you'll be inspired to get your hands dirty—literally and figuratively. Whether you're a busy parent or a seasoned green thumb, Shannon and Caitlyn will bring their real-life garde...2025-01-0503 min
KAAR Presents: In The LoopMaintaining Professionalism in an Unprecedented MarketHow can REALTORS® help their clients’ navigate an unprecedented seller’s market? Shannon Foster-Boline, Laura Slyman and Pat McGill discuss tips and best practices for maintaining professionalism among clients and how communication and grace are key to easing tensions in this unusual market.About the Guests
Shannon Foster-Boline - 2021 KAAR President
Laura Slyman - 2020 REALTOR® of the Year Award Winner
Pat McGill - 2020 Managing Broker of the Year Award Winner
2021-09-2134 min
KAAR Presents: In The LoopMaintaining Professionalism in an Unprecedented MarketHow can REALTORS® help their clients’ navigate an unprecedented seller’s market? Shannon Foster-Boline, Laura Slyman and Pat McGill discuss tips and best practices for maintaining professionalism among clients and how communication and grace are key to easing tensions in this unusual market.2021-05-1222 minKAAR Presents: In The LoopTen Dash FiveAbout the GuestsLyle Irish - CEO at KAARJim Oakley - 2020 PresidentShannon Foster-Boline - 2020 President-ElectMarian Epps - 2020 Treasurer2020-12-0329 minKAAR Presents: In The LoopWhy Black Lives MatterPresident-elect Shannon Foster-Boline interviews two black Principal Brokers, Jim Nichols with Red Door Brokers, and Angel Scott with Century 21 Legacy, on the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement and how it relates to real estate.2020-07-0744 minKAAR Presents: In The LoopBreaking Down the Clear Cooperation PolicyIn this episode of In the Loop, KAAR’s CEO Lyle Irish, President Jim Oakley and President-Elect Shannon Foster-Boline discuss the NAR mandated Clear Cooperation Policy and break down what it means for agents and their clients. 2020-04-2020 minKAAR Presents: In The LoopKAAR Presents In The LoopWhy is the Knoxville Area Association of REALTORS® launching a podcast? Because KAAR wants to keep you in the loop! KAAR’s CEO Lyle Irish joins guest host Shannon Foster-Boline to discuss the role of the association and how this podcast will give members a better understanding of the real estate industry. 2020-02-2711 min