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The Gestalt Gardener

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Listen to The Gestalt Gardener Friday mornings at 9 and Saturday mornings at 10 on MPB Think Radio. 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 Gesta...

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Jul 10, 2026

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The Gestalt Gardener: Fig Time 24.07.2020

Felder has not spent time in a Mississippi summer for quite a while. But now with time and Mississippi soil on his hands Felder has been producing and sharing with anyone within reach. Also he has been visiting some friends and enjoying what they have to offer. His latest venture awarded him a few gallon of figs (which seem to be everywhere these days). Hear Felder talk about his latest creations,...

The Gestalt Gardener: These Peaches 17.07.2020

Felder often comes to every show with something he "liberated" on his walk to the studio. But today he had to take a mid-week drive to bring in something special. With some extra time on his hands Felder visited an orchard in northern Mississippi and has the fresh peaches to prove it. Also during today's garden party Felder explains why bunching up your greens will not get the job done. Let's get...

The Gestalt Gardener: Mississippi Magnolia 10.07.2020

Felder Rushing has always been a proponent for the state flower of Mississippi, the magnolia. With its simple beauty and mighty features he believes that it would be a great addition to the new official state flag. And now that the recently decommissioned state flag is headed for a museum display case, his dream could become a reality. With a cheesy tune and some summertime advice Felder does not...

The Gestalt Gardener: Never Alone 26.06.2020

Felder Rushing is elated about the progress of his summer garden. He is often on the road but with social distancing he has been spending most days at home and has planted beans, squash, peppers, and more. Today on the program he chats with one of the people that helped shape his garden and where you can find cream of bacon soup. Also he celebrates Liverpool's historic Premier League championship....

The Gestalt Gardener: Walking the Garden 12.06.2020

As Felder has said on many occasions, if you think gardening is too hard take a step back and just feel. There is nothing wrong with having a goals for your plants but enjoying the time spent in your garden should be one of them. On this episode of the Gestalt Gardener several callers share the enjoyment simply walking around the garden brings them. Also Felder shares his brand of advice for makin...

The Gestalt Gardener: Healing Garden 05.06.2020

Gardening has hope and can be used to heal a broken world. On this episode of The Gestalt Gardener Felder shares this timely message and plays a tune from the past that keeps speaking to the troubles of today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Tea Time 22.05.2020

The humidity is starting to get think in the deep south but it did not stop Felder from doing a little traveling last week. He visited JD Farms and came back with some of the biggest blueberries he has seen. Felder brings Jeff and Don on the program to talk about this years harvest and the blueberry cobbler he had all to his self. Also he answers a slew of your southern gardening questions. Let's...

The Gestalt Gardener: Purple Teepee 08.05.2020

Felder's new garden is already starting to bud. But what did you expect, it's Felder Rushing! Now his producer Java has a space that needs some attention and everyone is ready to help. So between talking about early May southern gardening and playing a cheesy tune Felder is thinking of ways to get Java's starter garden off the ground. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

The Gestalt Gardener: New Garden 01.05.2020

Felder gives out plenty of gardening advice every week on the Gestalt Gardener and now its time for him to put his advice to the test. He has more time on his hand and wants to spend it with some new seeds he just put in the ground. We will keep up with its growth but on this episode expect more great gardening advice and the traditional cheesy tune. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

The Gestalt Gardener: 3 Magnolias 24.04.2020

Last week Felder took a backseat to the governor's press conference, so he was ready to start this garden and help with your southern garden. For show and tell he brings in three different types of magnolias and for your listening pleasure we have a brand new "Dear Felder" song thanks to Gus Mohammad. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Worm Grunting 10.04.2020

Worm grunting, two cheesy tunes, and good vibes for these crazy times. This is the garden party you do not want to miss. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Bye Kay! Stay In Touch. 03.04.2020

"You're not hungry, just bored!" is a sign Felder has in his refrigerator to keep from eating the stress of social distancing away. Also he has the best garden party on radio to help keep things in perceptive during this difficult time. As always helping with your southern gardening questions Felder is working on something special for the kids at home that need to get dirty in the garden. Then as...

The Gestalt Gardener: Get Dirty, But Wash Your Hands 27.03.2020

COVID-19 has changed our daily life but their are no guidelines about working in the garden and getting dirty. So Felder is here ready to help with your southern gardening questions. Who has planted their peppers? It is the perfect time and Felder explains why, along with playing some very timely cheesy tunes. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Dollar, Dollar Weeds, Ya'll! 13.03.2020

On this week's Gestalt Gardener, Felder, wreaking of beef stew, brings in native azaleas, oregano, and a sword bean pod! 4:12 - Lisa in Strayhorn has moles in her yard. 7:50 - Debbie in Laurel needs help with her Norfolk Pine. 17:01 - 81-year-old Pat in Olive Branch is self-isolating from Coronavirus and is passing the time by having a blast in her garden! 19:50 - Debra in Mobile is building a new...

The Gestalt Gardener: Great Grandma's Petticoat 06.03.2020

Spring has not officially begun but with the blooms everyone is seeing in their garden it seems the seasons have changed. Also with the ending of daylight saving time there will be more daylight to tend to everyone's emerging blooms. On today's garden party Felder answers questions about cedar apple rust, red bud trees, vitex, and more. Also he brings in a flower from his great-grandmothers garden...

The Gestalt Gardener: Weird Moss 28.02.2020

Every episode of the Gestalt Gardener, Felder reminds us to cherish the small things and do not take things to seriously. On this show he answers some pretty peculiar southern gardening questions, covering everything from satsuma trees to unidentifiable moss. Also he talks about his latest urban forging trip and where he gets his crabapples. Not one to back down from a challenge Felder also knows...

The Gestalt Gardener: My Pet Thorn 21.02.2020

When the weather is nice Felder will walk to the studio before the show. He says it pumps him up before the show but everyone knows its just a chance for him to "liberate" flowers he sees along the way. During today's garden party he shares his latest findings and a hears from gardeners who have blooms too early. Also Felder shows off his garden wounds and gives a touching tribute to an old friend...

The Gestalt Gardener: Back in Black 14.02.2020

After a long absence from the studio Felder is back on Mississippi soil and has already given a garden talk. Fresh from Europe and a quick stop in Greenwood, Felder is here for another great garden party. With his signature cheesy tune in hand and one-of-a-kind approach to the garden it's time to do what we do best. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Gestalt Gardener: Almost There 07.02.2020

Felder Rushing has been out of the studio for a while but will be back on Mississippi soil soon and back to business. Ahead of his fruit tree seminar at Hutto's Home & Garden Center he answers your southern gardening questions and reminds everyone to enjoy some of the flowering quince, daffodils, and other flowers that have started to bloom. Also he sends good vibes from across the pond with a...

The Gestalt Gardener: Planting Trees 31.01.2020

We have finally reached the end of January 2020 and this month seems like it had more than 31 days. Felder has not been in the studio since 2019 but every Friday throws a best garden party on radio all the way from across the pond. Last week he shared an some sounds from the oldest plant swap in Europe and this week brings more garden advice for you to use. With questions about planting the right...

The Gestalt Gardener: Pick Me Up 24.01.2020

As we approach the end of January, Felder is still giving advice about what to do during this lull time in your garden. The weather is unpredictable (in true Mississippi fashion) and many people are in need of a pick me up. So let this garden party be the ray of sunshine to peak through the curtains of winter. Between a show full of southern garden questions, we also get to hear from Felder's trip...

The Gestalt Gardener: So-so January 17.01.2020

If today's garden party had a theme it would be: Where are my pruning shears? Felder is always ready to help with your southern garden but today the shears are out. Today listeners have questions about magnolia trees, raised beds, boxwoods, and more. January is a lull time for the garden but there are still things you can do. Also the ear worm that Felder has for his cheesy tune is something that...

The Gestalt Gardener: Felder's Favorites 10.01.2020

On today's garden party Felder is not just answering your southern gardening questions, he is getting personal. The very first caller asked Felder about his personal favorite plants and proceeds to take a trip down memory lane. Also with a cheesy tune picked by one lucky caller, Felder answers questions about growing greens, bad weather prep, and picking onions. Lets get dirty! Hosted on Acast. Se...

New Year, Same Felder: 2020 Vision 03.01.2020

The new year is here and Felder is back from the holiday break. This first show of 2020 is a new opportunity to assess your gardening goals for the new year and reflect on last years journey. Also, the new year brings new accolades. This very podcast has been listed as #5 of "The Top 15 Horticulture Podcasts You Must Follow in 2020" according to Feedspot.com . Whoo hoo! Let's get dirty! Hosted on...

The Gestalt Gardener: End of 2019 20.12.2019

Felder Rushing is closing out 2019 with one last garden party. If you think there is nothing to do in the garden at the end of December, according to Felder you would be wrong. After a few political show interruptions and a special winter drive program this episode of The Gestalt Gardener is wall to wall garden questions and holiday well wishes. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

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