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The Gestalt Gardener

Each week, horticulturalist Felder Rushing shares stories, answers questions and just talks gardening. Of course, you’ll hear a bit of “cheesy music” in every program and you might hear a bad joke or two as well. The Gestalt Gardener is a long-time favorite on MPB Think Radio, due in no small part to Felder’s laid-back, your-neighbors-might-talk-but-so-what approach to gardening. Email Felder anytime at garden@mpbonline.org and listen Friday mornings at 9 and Saturday mornings at 10 to The Gestalt Gardener on MPB Think Radio. And in the meantime, as Felder says, get out and get dirty. Hosted o...

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9. okt. 2026

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The Gestalt Gardener: Missing Mississippi 23.08.2019

Felder is on his way back to Mississippi but not before one last international garden party. The heat and humidity may not be his favorite but it holds our gardens like no other place in the world. From centipede grass, moving shrubs, and oleanders, today's show runs the gamut of southern gardens. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Almost Home 16.08.2019

The Gestalt Gardener is just a few shows away from being live in the studio. But before Felder gets back from his overseas adventure later this month, he is still letting you know summer things can still be planted. Time is running out but your summer garden still has time to produce and at the same time falling planting is just around the corner. On today's show Felder shares a timely cheesy tune...

The Gestalt Gardener: Hortus Botanicus 09.08.2019

Felder Rushing is still international at the moment but always wants to bring us along for his adventures. On today's show Felder is in Amsterdam visiting one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world. Hortus Botanicus was established in 1638 and now in 2019 the Gestalt Gardener is broadcasting live among their over 6,000 different plants. Many which have a Mississippi connection. And for this...

The Gestalt Gardener: August Days 02.08.2019

With the beginning of August here you still have some time to plant for your summer garden. This is just one of the perks of gardening here in the deep south. Today on the program Felder shares more perks about planting here in Mississippi and beyond. Also his cheesy tune is something you have to hear to believe. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Not Too Late 26.07.2019

August is coming next week but Felder lets its not too late to plant or replant for a summer garden. If you want to have things like okra, tomatoes, and peppers before fall there is still time. Throughout today's show Felder tackles questions from listeners about what they see or want to see in their southern gardens. From squash bugs to lemon balm myths this show could only happen at the end of J...

The Gestalt Gardener: Yeah, It's Hot 19.07.2019

It's mid July and the humidity is high but the forecast is pointing toward a cool snap. This will be a welcomed sight during this typical Mississippi summer, just like this weeks garden party. Felder starts the party talking about "Moon Trees" and where they are planted around the state then answers questions about container gardens, oak tree fungus, oleanders, and more. Also this weeks cheesy tun...

The Gestalt Gardener: Summer Rain 12.07.2019

Felder is always ready for a garden party, rain or shine. With lots of wet weather in the forecast Felder is making sure everyone's garden is ready to handle the water. Still out of the studio Felder Skypes in and answers your southern garden questions. It may get muddy but as always, Let's Get Dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Flowers & Flags 28.06.2019

The 4th of July is a time many people choose to celebrate, reflect, and gather. The same can be said for your garden with flowers blooming and fragrances bursting throughout the air. Felder may not celebrate the same while overseas but that does not stop him from joining this weeks garden party. With a patriotic tune and melodies from a friend this Friday is just like every Friday, an opportunity...

The Gestalt Gardener: Hot Summer 21.06.2019

June 21st is the longest day of the year and welcomes the summer season for all to enjoy. That includes your garden too. But how much sun should your plants get and more importantly how much water do they need in this heat? Felder is here to answer those and more of your southern garden questions during today's garden party. So its time to do what we do best: Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See...

Y'all = You All 14.06.2019

Every Friday there is no telling where this garden party will end up. From paw paw trees to tomatoes in a container and everything in between, Felder does his best to share his knowledge to help your southern garden grow. He even provides mood (and sometimes moody) music for your listening pleasure. So lend us your ear and a little bit of your time as we bring you the best garden party on radio. L...

The Gestalt Gardener: Lilies In Another Field 07.06.2019

Last show we ran out of time for one of our favorite listeners but during today's garden party she was first in line to share and pick Felder's brain. Still away from his flowers Felder was happy to hear about the rain and the other happenings here in Mississippi. Today's show is full of advice and ramblings about lilies, agave, fresh tomatoes, and more. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast...

The Gestalt Gardener: Wonderful 31.05.2019

With gardening questions coming from all over the deep south, today's garden party is just a big ball of wonder. Felder helps out with everything from orchids to grass, all while enjoying the sixty degree temperatures of northern England. Trust and believe his garden being full of cactus and succulents is not an accident. They spend most of the summer all alone! But he still finds time to throw th...

The Gestalt Gardener: Dirty Felder 17.05.2019

If you can believe it Felder has actually spent some time in his garden. Actually gardening! Before he came to the studio for this weeks garden party he was making sure everything is nice and tidy before his long overseas trip. Always ready to share, he brought in another fragrant magnolia and answered your southern garden questions. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

The Gestalt Gardener: Magnolia Joe 03.05.2019

Felder Rushing has finally found the magnolias here in central Mississippi. They have been on the coast for a little while but having them in his neighborhood has sent him over the moon. Today's garden party runs the table of southern garden questions and Felder also gives you a peek at where can meet him next. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

The Gestalt Gardener: Spring Dirt 26.04.2019

With all of the rain and severe weather, Felder's soil is too wet to plant right now but that does not stop this weeks garden party. Ready for your southern garden questions, Felder also brings in some "liberated" flowers that have a certain nostalgic feel. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Honeysuckle Is Here 12.04.2019

Felder brings in some honeysuckle today and starts this weeks garden party talking about the happiness of your tomato plant (the one you planted too early). He also recaps his recent travels and looks forward to where he will be this weekend. Let's get dirty!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Not Yet 05.04.2019

Felder Rushing is back for another garden party and starts off by reminding everyone the time to put out your summer plants is not yet here. Remember blackberry winter? But there are still plenty of questions that need answering: Can you make a homemade weedkiller? How do I handle my diseased plants? How do I keep away the gnats? Let's get dirty!   Hosted on...

The Gestalt Gardener: The Pollinator 29.03.2019

When the weather warms, Felder usually takes a two-mile walk to the studio before the show. But seeing that we are in the middle of the pollen season, maybe he should have driven his pickup with the windows rolled up. Yet and still the garden party rolls on. Allergies and all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Plantman Travels 22.03.2019

Spring is officially here and Felder Rushing is in high demand. From plant swaps and speaking sessions Felder maybe closer to you than you think. But every Friday morning he brings you the best garden party on the radio. Let's get dirty!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What Day Is It? 08.03.2019

Do you know what an Indian summer is? Or how about a Blackberry winter? Felder thinks he knows the cause of these weather phenomena, but we'll let you be the judge. Also during this weeks garden party, Felder takes your garden questions and talks about the actual taste of dirt. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mississippi Boy 02.03.2019

Felder Rushing is back in the studio from his adventures across the pond and ready for a Mississippi style garden party. The weather has been a toss up but preparing for your future garden happens now. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Year of The Pig 09.02.2019

Felder starts this weeks garden party talking about the Chinese New Year. Its the year of the pig and Felder takes your questions to make sure you can have fortune and good luck in your southern garden. It is too early for summer plantings but you still can find ways to enjoy your winter garden. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Far From Home 02.02.2019

Felder is back on the road, but he still is ready to help with your southern garden. His gnomes may be covered in snow and Punxsutawney Phil might predict more winter weather, but this garden party is always on time. Grab your wool hat and let's go play in the garden. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roses & Cheese 25.01.2019

Its a frosty day for a garden party but in the deep south, we can have some beautiful winter gardens. Felder talks about some upcoming events around the state and talks with listeners about everything from cypress trees, rose buds. to hedge bushes. Also, today's cheesy tune is an earworm like no other. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

January Blooms 18.01.2019

It's a mid-January garden party and here in the deep south, you might even have some blooms in your garden. Today Felder will let us know what plants could be in bloom this time of year and how to take care of your garden if we do get a freeze. From intrusive cypress trees to weed killer this is a garden party you can't miss. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

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