The Helpful Gardeners

It's houseplant season! Plants can bring joy and beauty to any space and there's a lot to explore! In this episode, the gardeners explore:Beginner plants, plants that require very specific care, the diversity of philodendrons, plants that can survive without soil, low maintenance plants, the stunning world of Dracaena, plants that move in response to touch, pet safety, allergies, and how to know i...

We're delving into popular internet trends surrounding plant care. Should you use pasta water on your Monstera? Leftover Coffee on your Cactus? Ice Cubes on your Spider Plant? What about milk on your Fiddle Leaf Fig? What about using snow? We'll also dive into some practical plant care that you can provide during these colder, darker, winter months. Sound Byte of the Episode - "Don&#3...

The Gardeners are BACK! Welcome to a brand new year of growing and we're so excited for all the fun things ahead. In this episode, we tease some of the new questions we're tackling in the gardening world, and our 3 gardening intentions that may inspire yours! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please...

As we wrap up the holidays and plan for all the good stuff coming to your earholes in 2025, we’re taking a moment to look back on some of our favorite episodes from 2024! We had a lot of fun exploring garden tools, organic gardening, and even tackled the tough question of when it’s time to give up on your houseplants. We were also so lucky to be joined by some great guests too. Thank you for all y...

In this very special Christmas Day episode, the gardeners discuss their favourite seasonal movies, music, gifts, and more! Wishing you and yours a wonderful holiday season. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every w...

One of the most iconic plants of the holiday season - Mistletoe! How does this parasitic plant grow? What do their flowers look like? Can you eat it? Why do we kiss under it? Learn all this and more on todays episode! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and li...

How do you spoil a gardener during the holiday season? We've come up with a great list for this years Gardener Gift Guide! TIMECODES 01:15 | Light the Way03:30 | Read on, Gardener05:55 | Ditch the salad bowls, harvest in these! 09:05 | Bring the Birds to the Yard12:50 | Bloom Plant Trellis15:45 | Treat them to new tools20:00 | Memory Garden22:14 | Custom cheeky art25:00 | Keep repotting clean28:00...

Winter inspires us to find ways of bringing nature inside our home to help get us through the cold, dark months. This week, the gardeners are diving into 5 trendy ways to showcase nature in your home this holiday season. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and...

What's your style around the holidays? Today, the gardeners explore two very different ways to deck your halls: Scandinavian Minimalism and Oaxacan Colour. Plus - learn how radishes are grown and manipulated to create special sculptures that help celebrate and represent culture during Christmas time! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for mak...

Winter bulbs are popping up in greenhouses across the country and we're big fans. Just because we're heading into winter, doesn't mean we can't grow things. These florals brighten up your indoor spaces especially around the holiday season. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a r...

Welcome to the Houseplant Funeral of Ivy... This week, we're honouring our crispy office friend and exploring when it's time to move on from our houseplants. You'll be surprised to learn that the secret is below the soil surface! Plus, we'll talk more about the seasonal changes your houseplants will go through as we enter darker months! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much f...

In a peaceful corner of Middle Earth, two hobbits share gardening secrets, their take on a scarecuterie board, and a spooky story featuring a gardening competition that gets out of hand. Join the gardeners in one of their most favourite traditions of the year! Thank you toe everyone who submitted suggestions on who we should appear as! We hope you love it :) ************************* CONNECT WITH...

Spooky month continues with a conversation on Scarecrows! Are they spooky, cutesy, or wise? We explore their history, the culture behind scarecrows, and a modern look at garden protection against pest destruction. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen...

It's Spooky month, and corn mazes seem to be both loved and feared this time of year. When they're not starring in the latest horror flick, they pose as popular family destinations. Watch as Brandi attempts to escape her local corn maze, and we'll talk about a famous corn that's so good it comes with its own certificate of authenticity! PLUS, we'll explore some of the top contenders for Heaviest p...

It's Spooky month, and the gardeners are kicking it off with a discussion on Garlic! What's the difference between fall and spring garlic? How do you plant it? Plus, we'll explore some of the lore behind vampires and their aversion to garlic. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave...

It's fall y'all! We're welcoming in soup season, pumpkin patches, and autumn colours! There's so much to look forward to, even in the garden. The gardeners explore what you can still plant this time of year, ways to support bugs, a lawn hack heading into winter, and more! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty p...

Happy Autumn! This is always a bittersweet time of year as we look forward to transitioning landscapes bursting with colour but we're also starting to wind things down in the garden. It might feel like you have a lot of tasks piling up that you 'must' do. Let's explore opportunities to celebrate and enjoy the season around your home and garden. ************************* CONNECT WIT...

After a short break from the garden, we're back with stories to share! Colin took a trip to Montreal and New York, while Brandi went across the pond to check out some gardens in Ireland and the UK! 1:54 | What to do about wasps. 7:00 | New York: Central Park 9:45 | New York: Beaches & Grasses 10:50 | Elizabeth Street Garden 13:08 | Leaves of three, leave it be 16:25 | Ode to Pollinators 17...

Have a gardening conundrum? We're doing a garden check up this week and answering our frequently asked questions on the podcast, on our socials, and in the store! 1:54 | Can you help a plant planted in the wrong location? 3:38 | Protecting plants from extreme heat. 6:26 | How to start lawn seed in summer 10:00 | How to regulate greenhouse temperatures 11:31 | What seeds can you start now for a...

Okay, story time! One of our favourite things at the greenhouse is swapping garden stories. We love when you whip out your phone and share your successes like your 100yr old bonsai that you inherited from grandma. We're sharing our favourite garden stories including bee stories, garden bunnies, and a special story about a local garden that is now a historical landmark! ************************...

Do you find that garden tools these days are kinda like kitchen tools? There's so many niche tools you may use only once or never touch and it can be a little overwhelming. Why are there 4+ types of rakes?! Colin helps us break down some of the more common tool categories and highlights his top 5 tools for beginning gardening. Believe it or not, this was one of our most favourite episode to re...

Ever feel overwhelmed by your harvest? We know a secret way to not only help space our your harvest but also extend the growing season, support pollinators and prepare for next year! This is an episode you won't want to miss.   ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or...

We often focus on growing plants in garden beds, but we can explore pond plants and Indoor water plants too! Learn more about establishing pond plants and even growing water plants indoors!   ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening...

Looking for inspiration in your garden? Kitchen gardening can be done inside your home or out in your garden. It involves growing plants that will be used in your everyday cooking. Inspire healthy eating and easy meal planning.   ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or r...

Today is the day. If you've been with us for a while, you may know a little fun fact about Brandi... she has never mowed a lawn. I know, many of you must be in disbelief! It seems like a chore most kids would do growing up. However, there's also a percentage of you that are in the same boat and can relate. We're going to talk about when to mow, the equipment you'll need, and proper...