Pruning to Reduce Size, Pine needles and Milkweed

Ellen and C.L. talk about the possibility of pruning to reduce a plant's size, plus information about milkweed.  We discuss pine needles in compost and how to keep a hanging basket looking great. With thanks to our sponsor at Rainwand.com  1:15      Plant Noob:     Can I make my shrub or tree smaller? 8:49      Eat/Drink/Grow: A deep dive into Milkweed. 17:15    True or False:   Putting pine needles in a compost bin. 19:39    Love Letters and Questions:  How to take care of a flowering hanging basket. How to germinate milkweed seeds information here.