Podcast Episodes

The Botany Behind Christmas

Season 4 Episode 172

Christmas history and traditions are heavily influenced by plants, I mean, we bring a whole tree in the house for the holiday! Learn all about the pl…

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jack Frost in the Garden | All About Frost and Freezes

Is frost really a bad thing for plants? Find out the difference between a frost, and a freeze, and when to take action against them. Plus, hear the b…

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Pushing the Boundaries in the Garden

Season 4 Episode 170

As Stacey says, real gardening starts once you’re not afraid to make mistakes. Sure, taking risks can be scary, but it can also be so rewarding! Whet…

5 months ago

The Beauty and Benefits of Broadleaf Evergreens

Season 4 Episode 169

Broadleaf evergreens, or as we like to call them, flowering evergreens, are powerhouses in the landscape. They give you interest, structure, privacy,…

5 months, 1 week ago

The Botany of Thanksgiving

Season 4 Episode 168

There are many plants used as culinary staples when it comes to Thanksgiving. In this episode, we talk about the history, cultural impact, and nature…

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Captivating Conifers | A Guide to Understanding Conifers

Season 4 Episode 167

Conifers, often mistaken for Pine trees, are and have been landscape staples throughout history. Not to mention a classic choice for the Christmas tr…

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Optimistic Orange | Using the Color Orange in the Garden

Season 4 Episode 166

The color orange can be associated with cheer, caution, and optimism, to name a few. Learn how incorporating orange in your landscape can add a vibra…

6 months ago

What We Learned in 2025

Season 4 Episode 165

With 2026 around the corner, Rick and Stacey share what 2025 taught them and how to take that knowledge and use it moving forward. Learn about favori…

6 months, 1 week ago

Little Shop of Horticulture

Season 4 Episode 164

Welcome to the Little Shop of Horticulture! Gardening is a joy, but in honor of the season, we discuss the spooky side of gardening - invasive plants…

6 months, 2 weeks ago

Timing Is Everything! | Timely Garden Tasks and Understanding Plant Growth Rates

Season 4 Episode 163

A garden is a physical manifestation of the passage of time. We all know plants grow, but how quickly they do depend on a lot of factors. So, in this…

6 months, 3 weeks ago