The Gestalt Gardener

With over 250,000 downloads and listeners spanning around the globe, from all of us here at the Gestalt Gardener and MPB Think Radio, we say Thank You! Thank You for listening and helping the Gestalt Gardener spread the good news about local Mississippi gardeners and southern flower enthusiasts. In this episode, Felder helps with questions about fence coverings, colorful groundcover, and moving pl...

When it comes to lawncare Felder promotes raising your mower and letting the grass grow. Mow high is a great way to remember not to scalp your lawn and let it actually grow and thrive. And don't let him get started on fertilizer! The spring season is moving on and Felder helps with another round of southern gardening questions. Also, he is gearing up for the Jackson Home Show and other appearances...

First celebrated on April 22, 1970, Earth Day is set aside to show support for environmental protection. From big to small gestures people all over the world celebrate Earth Day and Felder is doing is part by helping you with your southern gardening questions. Always focused on helping what grows, Felder promotes leaving a little patch of wildflower growth that often supports the insects and other...

Felder returns to the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience in Meridian for a live broadcast from the courtyard. After a rocky start, Felder handles another round of southern gardening questions with a focus on this early spring and planting times. Always happy to step outside the studio and be among the people Felder, Java, and the MPB Foundation show appreciation for the listeners and su...

Native plants have a special place around the garden because they will thrive under the harshest conditions. They were simply built to survive while other flowers and plants need special assistance to thrive. During this round of southern gardening questions, Felder Rushing talks about these native plants and others while gardeners are quietly anticipating the time for summer planting. Also, he sh...

Felder Rushing is back for another round of southern gardening questions and is still warning people it is too early to plant for summer. He reminds us it is not about the temperature outside but the temperature of the soil. During the best garden party on the radio, he gives advice about edible plants, proper fertilizer use, and grafting apple trees. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

The cold weather is coming across Mississippi and Felder has a few tips for taking care of your plants during a flash freeze. One of those tips is to leave certain plants alone. If they are blooming now they will be fine. Yet for others, there are a few things that will keep them warm during the below-freezing temps. Also, he brings in a beautiful bouquet of herbs and a hand-crafted bird for show...

It is not time to plant for summer. (I repeat) It is not time to plant for summer. Felder is pushing this message just ahead of one of the most beautiful weekends for Mississippi in a while. The temperature is just right but the soil is still too cold for summer plantings, plus we are due for one more cold snap. Many call it blackberry winter or false spring, but what is in a name? Just remember n...

There is nothing wrong with a well-manicured lawn but our bug friends really appreciate the unkempt areas of our landscape. Sometimes it really is beneficial, as Felder says, "mow what grows." On this round of southern gardening questions, Felder talks about dinosaur kale, muscat grapes, and rose cuttings. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Japanese magnolia seems to always find their blooms right before a frost. Then again, Felder thinks these blooms bring the frost. Either way, these pink and white flowers are the first Felder has seen this year. Back in the studio, Felder updates us on his travels and the recent events he has lined up around the state. And he still has time to answer another round of southern gardening questions....

Japanese magnolia seems to always find their blooms right before a frost. Then again, Felder thinks these blooms bring the frost. Either way, these pink and white flowers are the first Felder has seen this year. Back in the studio, Felder updates us on his travels and the recent events he has lined up around the state. And he still has time to answer another round of southern gardening questions....

The temperatures in February have been a rollercoaster ride but the true consent is that it is still too early to plant for your garden. With only a few more days away from Mississippi soil, Felder checks in and answers another round of southern gardening questions. Without looking to sell any particular solution Felder's advice might not be the most pleasant to hear, but it will be precisely what...

How exactly does a blustery day fit into a show about gardening? Well, it actually does not fit but just like flowers that will not bloom you have to deal with it anyway. Felder is getting closer to coming back stateside and has speaking engagements already scheduled for when he gets off the plane But before that, he answers a rousing round of southern gardening questions and takes a trip down mem...

What exactly is a fence post farm? Felder does his best to explain and Java tries to comprehend the best he can. Also, there are some southern gardening questions that get answered as well. Another great garden party! Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Felder tackles another round of southern gardening questions during the best garden party on the airwaves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There has been plenty of chilly weathetr this January, to keep everything but a flower lawn growing. Felder enjoys the “just let it grow” approach but will go in full design mode when asked. During this round of southern gardening questions, Felder tackles winter pecan troubles, house plant placement, and more. As always he breaks things up with a cheesy tune to bring in the levity. Let’s get dirt...

Felder Rushing's blue MPB mug is so famous that it could have had its own Instagram page. First, Felder would have to get himself an Instagram account and we do not see that happening anytime soon. But after years of use and travel, the unspeakable happened: Felder's blue MPB mug was broken. Always looking to the bright side it is now being repurposed as a home for some beautiful succulents. Back...

To some listeners of The Gestalt Gardener, host Felder Rushing (along with his playful musings) is a welcomed ray of sunshine. While being away for the holiday season is a natural tendency of broadcasting, the enthusiasm of your first show back is just as natural. For the first show of 2022, Felder brings his sunshine to the best garden party on the radio and helps with another round of southern g...

Felder Rushing's blue MPB mug is so famous that it could have had its own Instagram page. First, Felder would have to get himself an Instagram account and we do not see that happening anytime soon. But after years of use and travel, the unspeakable happened: Felder's blue MPB mug was broken. Always looking to the bright side it is now being repurposed as a home for some beautiful succulents. Back...

An 80-degree weather day in December may be unique but nothing compares to MPB's weekly garden party and its host Felder Rushing. Famous for giving advice that is not trying to sell you anything he tries to tell you what is best from the plant's point of view. Today Felder answers questions about ivy-covered trees, pollinating squash, and what warm winter days mean for your garden. Let's get dirty...

It may be December but the weather outside is far from frightful. The garden still needs tending and Felder is ready to help with his brand of southern gardening advice. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanksgiving is around the corner and Felder is taking some well-deserved time off. But before Felder frolics in the autumn sun, he brings the best garden party to your radio (or podcast) and helps with another round of southern gardening questions. Also, he learns a few lessons along the way. Let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who does not love a good and healthy vegetable garden? How about one that sprouts and produces year after year? In this edition of the Gestalt Gardener, Felder is asked to suggest perianal vegetables that would make for a great year-round garden and gets an assist from an unlikely source. Also, he fields questions about lawn grass, weed & feed, and other timely southern garden questions. Let's...

While autumn is the proper name for the season between summer and winter, the name that you are most likely to hear is fall. This four-letter word perfectly describes this time of year with the falling temperatures, falling tree leaves, and falling away from the bright colors of summer. Today Felder brings in a great fall bouquet with color and flavor to represent the season and shares a message o...

This is Halloween weekend and there is something scary happening in lots of gardens around Mississippi: Nothing! Felder does his best to answer another round of your southern gardening questions and celebrates the spooky season with a very timely tune. He also tips the Scoville scale with his weekly show and tell plants. Now let's get dirty! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...