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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!
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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 :)
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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.
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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 pumpkin around North America.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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
17:55 | The Largest Caterpillar in North America
20:00 | Irish Wildflowers
22:26 | Belfast Bee Art
23:20 | 200 Years of RNLI
24:45 | Smart Mowing in Ireland
27:55 | Templemore Positive Thinking
29:25 | Alnick Garden's Poison Garden
36:50 | A Gift from Quebec
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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 autumn harvest?
13:46 | How to care for planters on hot decks
16:20 | Weeds are out of control!
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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!
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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 record. Expect lots of laughs along the way!
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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 technique. Let's mow a lawn!
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Where do botanical names come from? How do plants take on different common names? How do you pronounce plant names? This episode dives into all that and more!
Plus, Colin uncovers a list of naughty plant names which is why this episode is explicit. Enjoy!
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There are so many benefits associated with gardening whether you're a kid or an adult or a pet. We're going to explore some of those benefits, some activities and then.... get your glue and googly eyes ready because we're crafting!
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Shoutout to all the #PlantDaddies this Father's Day!
Do you have a Plant Dad in your life? We love and adore them. Listen in to learn more about some of the father's of horticulture in Canada!
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Gardening is a personal journey. There's so many ways to approach it, including the organic approach. A decade ago, much like with gluten free and vegan options, there wasn't much on the market for organic options. In recent years, there has been a push toward offering more ecofriendly products to aid every part of the growing process. Let's dive into some of those options today.
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Gardening is an investment of your time and money so here's 4 easy ways you can protect that investment from challenges like weather, bugs and more.
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