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The Growing Season discusses a major facet of their horticultural business on this week's episode of the show.  Strap in.  Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland talk about step 1 of your horticultural renovation. 

Martial Arts kicks off the show.  Matt's daughter is learning to break boards with her feet. 

Design work from last fall = construction work for this spring.  That's the play. 

The design process when engaging with The Growing Season is a long one BUT it reaps rewards down the line.  Matt explains why.

Delivery fees for materials are going to increase this year?  Why?

Matt cues the rant music when discussing design fees and his feelings regarding "hardscapers." 

Whatever the size of the patio that you feel would suit you isn't big enough.  Trust us.  150% of the time it isn't big enough.  The trio explain why.  You need 3' of space behind any patio chair for traffic flow. 

"Design with the future in mind..."

Repetition of plant materials in a garden space breeds familiarity between spaces. 

Matt has some GORGEOUS jobs upcoming. 

Soil, soil and more soil. What is the average pH on client's sites? 

Plants for wet sites and plants for dry sites are discussed.  Some of those that tolerate wet locations will surprise you.

Black Eyed Susie, Joe Eye Weed, Iris, Day lily, Pussy Willow, Dogwood, Clethras, Climbing Hydrangea, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Butterfly Bush and Japanese Kerria are just some of the plants discussed. 

Matt narrows his fern palette to one family. Its a good family.

Irrigation is not for startup.  It is for maintenance. 

Garden Design do's and don'ts are uncovered. How do you determine what your shade/light conditions are on your property?

How much time do you have to devote to gardening and what is your budget?

Tune in.

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