Garden America Saturday

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. Resource links mentioned during the show:   https://www.fertilome.com/ http://gardeningpodcasts.com/ Join our gardening podcast...

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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 City, in the heart of the Bronx - its greenest borough. For more than 130 years,...

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...

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, flowers, and shrubs thrive in cooler weather, as well as strategies for soil p...

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...

Joining us from Ft. Meyers, Florida, Tatiana Anderson is the owner of Top Tropicals, an online nursery specializing in tropical plants with detailed information, photos, and plant clinics on an amazing array of tropical varieties. Her company ships nationwide including exotic and rare perfume trees, fragrant vines and shrubs, and over 200 varieties of fruit trees. Originally from Russia, she conti...

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 preparing for Autumn gardening, offering insights on how to make the most of the upcoming season. Tune in as we discuss seasonal strategies, provide helpful solutions, and enhance your gardening...

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. At the time Kathy Desmond had 25 years experience as a fl...

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 breeding and propagation of caladiums. Their efforts have led to the development of new varieties that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also more resi...

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Robin Jennings oversees the customer experience at Heirloom Roses. She is passionate about growing roses and dahlias. Robin says that at Heirloom she is privileged to use her passion for flowers. With an emphasis on strategic planning and marketing, she works to present roses to the country in creative ways with both copy and imagery with the end goal of helping customers add beauty to their world...

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 of GardenComm, and has written for numerous trade and popu...

This week on our show, we dive into the vibrant world of World Naked Gardening Day, share captivating tales from our adventures in Costa Rica, and engage with questions from our listeners. Resource Links Mentioned During The Show: https://www.fertilome.com/ 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,...

Madeline deVries Hooper, is a revered figure in the realm of gardening and fitness and is set to grace the airwaves with her insights on the innovative concept of "Garden Fit." This approach intertwines the nurturing aspects of gardening with the physical benefits of fitness, presenting an engaging way to maintain both mental and physical health. With a background rich in horticultural expertise a...

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This week's guest, Scott Daigre is an avid gardener, landscape designer, and founder of the Popular "Tomatomania," an annual seedling sale in California. Scott and Jean Garbee have written Tomatomania! A Fresh Approach to Celebrating Tomatoes in the Garden and in the Kitchen. It is a beautiful and fun guide to growing, preparing, and cooking tomatoes. For both beginners and seasoned gardeners, Sco...

Our guest, Randy Green, is a Plant Grower and Pest Management Specialist with over 10 years of hands-on experience in the field. His expertise in plant pathology and entomology, coupled with his commitment to staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques, has led to numerous successful pest management strategies and disease control measures. Currently, Randy specializes in working wit...

In this episode, we chat with our guest, Lorie Van Werden shares the innovative journey of West of the Wind, a company that originated in 2007 with a focus on producing photographic prints on canvas for indoor home décor. Lorie highlighted the company's strategic pivot with the market for indoor wall decor becoming saturated. This insight led to the pioneering development of giclee canvas prints d...

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In February, California gardens are a testament to the state's unique climate, offering a vibrant tableau despite the winter season. While much of the country shivers under a blanket of snow, California's milder temperatures allow a variety of plants to flourish. Winter-blooming flowers like camellias add splashes of color. Citrus trees, heavy with fruit, stand as bright beacons in the soft winter...

In this episode, we chat with our guest, Dr. Jon Enyart about Project Wildlife of the San Diego Humane Society. Since 1972, Project Wildlife's dedicated staff and volunteers have given injured, orphaned, and sick wild animals a second chance at life. This commitment to helping wild animals has grown tremendously and Project Wildlife is now one of the largest wildlife rehabilitation organizations i...