Conversations with Alaska Gardeners

 On this sunny pre-solstice edition of Conversations with Alaskan Gardeners , Margaret Tharp and David Lundrum share exciting new arrivals at Landscape Alaska , including hardy hybrid Japanese maples, colorful dwarf conifers, blooming peonies, hydrangea trees, lilacs, and fruit-producing blueberry varieties. They discuss lessons learned from Juneau’s harsh winter, offer tips for recovering damaged...

Winter damage has left many Juneau gardeners facing tough decisions, but there’s still plenty to celebrate in the garden. On this episode of Conversations with Alaskan Gardeners , Dave Lendrum of Landscape Alaska explains why some plants may not recover after the harsh winter and shares advice on choosing more resilient varieties for the future. He explores the fascinating world of plant breeding,...

On this episode of Conversations with Alaskan Gardeners, Margaret Tharp and David Lindrum of Landscape Alaska talk through the realities of gardening in a cold Juneau spring. They discuss the arrival of spectacular Japanese maples, including standout varieties like Orange Dream, Inaba-shidare and Crimson Prince, along with tips on choosing plants that bring long-term beauty to Southeast Alaska lan...

Margaret Tharp and David Lindrum discuss how Juneau gardeners can help plants recover after a challenging winter. The episode covers pruning and repairing storm-damaged trees and shrubs, restoring arborvitaes and ornamental trees, and the importance of proper feeding and wound care. David also highlights the beauty and history of fragrant Rugosa (Sitka) roses, shares tips for growing hydrangeas, p...

On this episode of Conversations with Alaskan Gardeners , Margaret Tharp and David Lindrum from Landscape Alaska talk spring recovery after Juneau’s heavy snow and cold rain, sharing practical advice on resilient plants, peonies, rhubarb, hydrangeas, lilacs, azaleas, fertilizing, and what’s ready to plant now. It’s a timely, local conversation for Southeast Alaska gardeners looking to bring their...

After a long, punishing winter in Juneau, Conversations with Alaskan Gardeners returns with Margaret Tharp and David Lundrum of Landscape Alaska for a practical and encouraging look at spring garden recovery. This episode covers winter damage to rhododendrons, arborvitae, Japanese maples, viburnums, and flowering cherries, with clear advice on when to prune, when to wait, and how to help plants re...

In this special springtime episode of Conversations with Alaskan Gardeners , David Lundrum is joined by his son Connor for a lively, heartfelt hour filled with blooming wisdom, family memories, and practical advice. From rhododendrons that weather Juneau’s winters to climbing roses fit for Ketchikan, they cover the plants that define Southeast Alaska. 

Welcome to Conversations with Alaska Gardeners', with expert hosts Margaret Tharp and David Lendrum. CONVERSATIONS WITH ALASKAN GARDNERS is your gateway to exploring the vibrant world of gardening here in Juneau, Join us as we celebrate the passion and resilience of Juneau's gardening community, sharing insights, tips, and stories from the experts on KINY. https://landscapealaska.com/