Garden America - Gardening Podcast & Talk Radio Show

Watch Your Garden Buddies broadcasting from Tiger’s home garden. In this episode, John, Bryan, and Tiger dig into fall garden cleanup, late-season planting, and getting your landscape ready for cooler weather. They share hands-on advice for tackling end-of-season chores, adding color, and keeping your garden thriving into fall. Join our gardening podcast and radio show, Garden America, LIVE every...

Watch Your Garden Buddies broadcasting from Tiger’s home garden. The show blends lively plant talk, practical garden wisdom, and live viewer questions. As summer shifts to fall, the conversation takes inspiration from plant explorer David Fairchild and explores how gardening remains one of life’s quiet places. Join our gardening podcast and radio show, Garden America, LIVE every Saturday from 8-10...

The Garden America team dives into fall gardening in this week’s podcast from Tiger’s garden. John, Bryan, and Tiger discuss seasonal topics like pruning, planting winter crops, and keeping your garden thriving as the weather cools. Tune in for expert advice, fresh ideas, and inspiration to make the most of your autumn garden. Join our gardening podcast and radio show Garden America LIVE, every Sa...

Your Garden Buddies are back with their first-ever broadcast from Tiger’s home garden. It’s a new setting with the same mix of lively plant talk, practical garden wisdom, and answers to live viewer questions on Facebook. As summer shifts to fall, the episode reflects on David Fairchild’s words about gardening as a quiet place and explores how to make the most of your garden wherever you grow. Join...

Labor Day may be behind us, but rose season in California is far from over. September kicks off the grand finale for your garden’s favorite blooms. Join the Garden America team as they share simple steps to keep your roses flourishing through fall and into the cooler months ahead. Join our gardening podcast and radio show Garden America LIVE every Saturday from 8-10 AM Pacific Time on Facebook. Tu...

This week, your Garden America buddies are back behind the desk - live, in-studio, and ready for whatever questions you throw their way! Join us as we go off-script and let your gardening challenges and curiosities steer the conversation in real time. Think of it as your garden lifeline - no guest, just us, you, and some friendly horticultural magic unfolding together. Join our gardening podcast a...

Ed Laivo returns to Garden America with more than thirty-five years of horticultural experience. His leadership at Dave Wilson Nursery, Four Winds Growers, and Burchell Nursery has made him one of the most respected voices in the industry. In this episode, Ed explores America’s growing passion for cultivating fruit at home and shares fresh insights into edible landscaping. He also explains why low...

In this mid-August episode of the Garden America podcast, we talk harvests, recharging, and the little surprises nature throws our way. From tomatoes that thrive to plants that bolt or even sprout from the inside out, we share practical tips and fun insights to keep your garden growing strong. Tune in for expert advice, engaging conversation, and plenty of inspiration to carry you through the seas...

Tune in to the Garden America podcast recorded live in John’s backyard, featuring summer gardening highlights, helpful tips, and lively discussions about what’s growing and thriving. Join our gardening podcast and radio show Garden America LIVE every Saturday from 8-10 AM Pacific Time on Facebook. Tune in to ask questions, converse with fellow gardeners, or just enjoy the show. Listen to all of ou...

Your garden buddies are back on the mic after a summer pause with a fresh episode. Tune in as they explore what early August means for your garden, from handling the lingering heat to jumpstarting new growth. Whether you are planting fall veggies, refreshing tired beds, or adding late-season color, this episode is packed with practical tips and garden talk to keep you inspired. Join our gardening...

Welcome to our new podcast home surrounded by vibrant blooms, fresh greenery, and rich gardening tradition. Each episode brings you closer to the plants, people, and stories that make gardening inspiring and rewarding. Listen in for helpful tips, seasonal advice, and personal stories from the garden. This is more than just a new location; it is a chance to grow deeper roots in the gardening commun...

Tune in to our summer podcast episode for a fun and informative look at gardening through a colonial lens. We share seasonal tips, answer listener questions, and explore what it takes to keep your garden thriving as temperatures rise. Whether you're tending heirlooms or starting your first vegetable patch, this episode offers helpful advice and a few laughs along the way. Press play and grow with...

The latest garden chat is now available to watch. Whether you're an experienced grower or just starting out, this episode is packed with practical advice, answers to common questions, and timely tips for summer gardening. We covered planting strategies, seasonal maintenance, what’s thriving right now, and how to care for plants that need a little extra attention. Grab a cup of coffee and catch up...

A new phone system is being installed at the studio, so there is no guest this week. But the Garden America team is still here with helpful advice and plenty to talk about. In this episode, we cover summer planting strategies, seasonal maintenance, and answer listener questions. Whether you are just getting started or have years of experience, you will find useful tips to help your garden thrive....

Garden America was thrilled to welcome back one of its favorite guests, Ed Laivo. With more than thirty-five years of hands-on horticultural expertise, Ed has built a remarkable career in the industry, holding key leadership roles at Dave Wilson Nursery, Four Winds Growers, and Burchell Nursery. His extensive knowledge spans general ornamentals, perennials, and one of today’s most popular trends:...

In this episode, Corey Hansen, Western Region Sales Representative for FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company, joins us to talk about soil health, composting, and sustainable gardening practices. He shares his insights from working closely with the gardening community and presenting at events across the region. Corey also contributes to the industry through his role on Cuyamaca College’s Ornamental H...

Andrew Dannenberger, Senior Regional Sales Manager for Ferti-lome and horticulture expert with over 35 years of experience, joins us to talk herbicides. From his work at the San Diego Zoo to helping growers nationwide, Andrew shares valuable insight into responsible weed management. We discuss what herbicides do, how to use them safely, and the difference between selective and non-selective types....

In this episode, we welcomed Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Horticulture at the Philadelphia Horticultural Society. With over 27 years of experience at leading institutions like the Chicago Botanic Garden and Chanticleer, Andrew shared his expertise on magnolias, public garden design, and sustainable gardening. He’s the author of The Plant Lover’s Guide to Magnolias, and his work has been featu...

Peggy Anne Montgomery has more than 35 years of U.S. and international experience in trade- and consumer-focused garden marketing. She studied horticulture in the Netherlands where she owned a landscape design firm for 10 years and was part of the creative team that launched the Endless Summer Hydrangea brand. She is a long-standing member and Fellow of the Garden Comm, and has written for numerou...

Your Garden America team was live on Facebook, ready to dig into your questions and share expert tips to help your garden flourish. From making the most of the warmer weather to troubleshooting unexpected challenges, we covered it all with real-time advice and community interaction. Catch up now and hear what fellow gardeners asked - and what we had to say! Resource Links: https://www.fertilome.co...

Join us for a conversation with gardener, educator, and author Brian Brigantti as we explore the inspiration behind his new book, Gardening for Abundance: Your Guide to Cultivating a Bountiful Veggie Garden and a Happier Life. Brian shares heartfelt insights, practical tips, and personal stories from his journey toward a more grounded, intentional lifestyle through growing food. Whether you're a s...

Join us as we chat with expert horticulturist and TV personality David Domoney about his new book, Plants with Superpowers. With over 40 years of experience, David shares incredible stories of plants with unique abilities - some rooted in myth, others backed by science. Discover how these remarkable plants can transform your garden and home. Whether you're a plant lover or just curious about natur...

Orchid Talk and Santa Barbara Orchid Show Recap The Santa Barbara Orchid Show recently showcased an incredible variety of orchids from around the world. In this episode of the Garden America podcast, we explore all things orchid growing. Without a scheduled guest, we had the perfect opportunity for an open discussion. We answered questions, shared tips, and swapped orchid stories with fellow garde...

Listen to Our Podcast Interview with Tori Moreyra from Pampa Lighting This week on the podcast, we welcome Tori Moreyra, founder of Pampa Lighting, to talk about how their innovative outdoor lighting solutions are transforming spaces across America. What started as a small E-Commerce venture in 2021 quickly took off, prompting a move from Argentina to San Diego within months. Today, Pampa Lighting...

In this episode, Linda Beeman, author of A Whidbey Botanical, dives into the unique plant life of Whidbey Island, Washington. She shares her passion for native flora, sustainable gardening practices, and the inspiration behind her book. Tune in for expert tips, conservation insights, and ideas to enhance your own garden with beautiful, eco-friendly plants. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or jus...