Garden America - Gardening Podcast & Talk Radio Show

Catch the Latest Episode of the Garden America Radio Show! In this episode, your garden buddies John, Bryan, and Tiger focused on answering listener-submitted gardening questions. From planting tips and pest control to soil care and creative gardening ideas, they shared expert advice to help with all kinds of garden challenges. Whether you’re looking for solutions to common issues or fresh ideas t...

Catch the Latest Episode of the Garden America Radio Show! In this episode, your garden buddies John, Bryan, and Tiger dive into the recent rain in Southern California and the sudden shift from hot, dry conditions to cool, wet weather. With no guest this week, they had plenty of time to explore how these changes impact your garden - from soil moisture levels to plant health and seasonal adjustment...

Greg Rubin, President and Founder of California’s Own Native Landscape Design, Inc., has been working with California native plants since 1985. With over 700 native landscapes designed across Southern California, his expertise spans residential, commercial, and institutional projects that emphasize year-round beauty, low maintenance, water efficiency, rich habitat, and fire resistance. Greg has be...

Tune in to our latest podcast featuring Doug's Bug Company, San Diego’s trusted pest control experts with 40+ years of experience. Founder Doug Dufur, an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE), shares insights on safe pest removal and prevention, covering ants, rodents, termites, and more. Discover how their certified solutions protect your family, pets, and the environment. Don’t miss this chance...

On this week’s Garden America Radio Show, Karen Parke from Moosa Creek Nursery shared her expertise on ornamental grasses, captivating listeners with her insights into their versatility, beauty, and low-maintenance appeal. She discussed best practices for planting, maintaining, and designing with these grasses, highlighting their role in sustainable gardening. Karen also introduced specific variet...

Welcome back, garden friends! In this week’s episode, your refreshed Garden America team shared their post-holiday gardening plans and heard from viewers about their New Year’s gardening resolutions. From starting veggie patches to trying new plants, the ideas were inspiring! Plus, we discussed some exciting gardening gifts Santa delivered - shiny tools, seeds, and even unique plants to kick off 2...

Join us for an inspiring interview with Matt Mattus, Senior Director of Horticulture for the American Horticultural Society and author of Mastering the Art of Vegetable Gardening and  Mastering the Art of Flower Gardening . Matt shares expert tips on cyclamen care, from choosing the right plants to ensuring they thrive in your home or garden. He also gives us a sneak peek at his upcoming book, Gre...

This week’s Garden America show is about holiday gift ideas with a green twist, perfect for gardeners and plant lovers alike. We explore creative and practical gifts that are not only thoughtful but also functional, including one standout idea: propagation stations. These stylish and useful gifts are ideal for starting cuttings, allowing recipients to grow their own plants with ease. Whether you'r...

Ed Laivo has been the sales and marketing director for Dave Wilson Nursery, Four Winds Growers, and Burchell Nursery. He has over thirty-five years of horticultural experience including general ornamentals, perennials, and edible landscaping with particular emphasis on fruit trees. His technique known as "Backyard Orchard Culture" has been adopted throughout the United States. In this episode, Ed...

Resource Links: http://gardeningpodcasts.com/ https://www.fertilome.com/ In this week of Garden America, your garden buddies are thrilled to have Dr. Damon Abdi, Assistant Professor of Landscape Horticulture at the Louisiana State University Ag Center Hammond Research Station. Dr. Abdi’s program is dedicated to advancing sustainability in the green industry by developing research-based solutions f...

Resource links mentioned during the show: http://gardeningpodcasts.com/ https://www.fertilome.com/  In this episode, John was away, taking a brief break from the regular lineup, but Bryan and Tiger stepped up to keep the excitement alive. Tiger showcased a curated selection of interesting plants, sparking new ideas and conversations about unique varieties and care tips.  Join our gardening podcast...

Listen to all of our gardening podcasts here: http://www.gardeningpodcasts.com   This week's Garden America Radio Show was broadcast remotely from the comfort of John’s beautiful home, offering listeners a unique backdrop to enjoy during the fall gardening discussions. With John’s rose garden setting the stage, it provided the perfect opportunity for listeners to join in and engage in conversation...

In this episode, we continue our dive into the world of fall gardening as days become shorter. With cooler temperatures on the horizon, it's the perfect time to discuss how to prepare gardens for the changing season. We cover essential tips for fall planting, including which vegetables, flowers, and shrubs thrive in cooler weather, as well as strategies for soil preparation, mulching, and protecti...

Listen to all of our gardening podcasts here:  http://gardeningpodcasts.com/ This week's guest is Helena LaPorte-Burns, the New York Botanical Garden’s Director of Public Programming. She is currently pursuing a Masters in Urban Policy and Leadership from Hunter College. The NYBG has been a connective hub among people, plants, and the planet since 1891. Rooted in the cultural fabric of New York Ci...

Paul Zimmerman, a renowned rosarian and expert in rose gardening, is featured on the Garden America Radio Show in this episode. Known for his expertise in growing and caring for roses, Zimmerman has authored the book, Everyday Roses and articles on rose cultivation and frequently shares his knowledge through talks and workshops. During this episode, he discusses his latest project, restoring a his...

Greg Rubin, President and Founder of California’s Own Native Landscape Design, Inc. has been working with California native plants since 1985. His company has designed over 700 native landscapes in Southern California. Specialties include residential, commercial, and institutional landscapes that provide year-round appeal, low maintenance, water efficiency, rich habitat, and fire resistance. Greg...

Explore our gardening tips and tricks podcasts: http://gardeningpodcasts.com/ In this episode of Garden America, we dive into the world of fall gardening as the autumnal equinox approaches. With cooler temperatures and shorter days on the horizon, it's the perfect time to discuss how to prepare gardens for the changing season. We cover essential tips for fall planting, including which vegetables,...

Renee Shepherd is widely regarded as a pioneering innovator in introducing international specialty vegetables and herbs for home gardeners and gourmet restaurants. After receiving her PhD from UC Santa Cruz and teaching in the Environmental Studies department there, she founded, Renee’s Garden, to offer her selected choices of seeds for exciting new and time-tested heirloom gourmet vegetables, cul...

In this episode of Garden America, we broadcast live from The San Diego Plumeria Festival at Balboa Park, where we interview plumeria experts and dive deep into the vibrant world of this beloved tropical flower. We explore the festival's exciting features, from stunning plumeria varieties on display to expert tips on cultivation and care. Join us as we uncover the cultural significance of plumeria...

Joining us in this episode from Ft. Meyers, Florida is Tatiana Anderson, the owner of Top Tropicals. Resource Links Mentioned During The Show: https://toptropicals.com/ https://www.fertilome.com/  Gardening Digital Marketing provided by https://redideostudio.com/ Her website is an online nursery specializing in tropical plants with detailed information, photos, and plant clinics on an amazing arra...

Resource Links Mentioned During The Show: http://gardeningpodcasts.com / https://www.fertilome.com/ Gardening Marketing provided by: https://s3.amazonaws.com/slstacks/redideostudio/id.html In this episode of Garden America, we dive into a lively Q&A session, tackling a wide range of listener questions. Along with sharing our expert gardening advice and practical tips, we also talk about prepar...

This week's guest is Andy Cuffel, a passionate horticulturist known for his deep love and dedication to bromeliads, a diverse family of tropical plants that captivate enthusiasts with their vibrant colors and unique forms. His fascination with bromeliads began at an early age, growing over the years as he explored different species and their distinctive traits. Andy's commitment to these plants go...

For over half a century, Cal Pacific Orchid Farm has been a wonderful source of floral enrichment to the beach town of Encinitas and its surrounding communities. Its two-and-a-half acre facility sits on top of a hill and the year-round warm weather offers ideal conditions for orchids to thrive. In 2001 The Desmond family purchased the farm. Resource Links: https://www.calpacificorchids.com/ https:...

Our Guest's Website : https://www.classiccaladiumsllc.com/ San Diego Marketing Services provided by: https://s3.amazonaws.com/slstacks/redideostudio/id.html Clay Wallace joins us in this episode from Classic Caladiums LLC. As a leader in the field, Wallace is dedicated to the cultivation and enhancement of caladiums. Together with Dr. Robert Hartman, Clay has overseen numerous advancements in the...

In this episode of Garden America, our hosts engage in a lively Q&A session, answering a wide range of listener questions. With their wealth of gardening knowledge, they provide expert advice and practical tips to help listeners with their gardening challenges. Tune in to hear insightful discussions and discover helpful solutions to enhance your gardening experience. This episode is perfect fo...