The Growing Season, Feb 14, 2026 - Sexy Plants 2026

“Questions, concerns, queries?” Lets chat!That's an awfully nice fire ant hill you have there!Wait.  What!?Its the time of year that Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland overlay horticulture and Valentine's Day on The Growing Season. Annually, the trio discuss the collision of the two and this year doesn't disappoint. Roses kick the show off, naturally.  Where are roses grown commercially? You'd be surprised to learn. Matt tells a story about this daughter going to a dance with a boy.  Its rattled him.Coyote urine makes a GREAT Valentines Day gift.  Nothing says lovin' like pee.  How do you extend the life of your cut roses.  Are any of the myths or legends true?Chocolate is plant based.  The McFarlands dive into the details.  Who was Montezuma?  Why is he related to Valentine's Day?Is the a decline in testosterone in males?   What would cause that? The differences between males and females regarding arousal stimulus is discussed. Saltpeter and Matt's tale of internet science figures into the Valentine's Day and intimacy.  What is saltpeter made of?POMEGRANITE SUCKS.  Stinging nettles can make you frisky.  SERIOUS. The show ends with a chat about Sylvester Stallone's classic, Rocky. Tune in. Looking to book a consult for your property?  We'd love to help.  CLICK HERE.What is a TGS Tiny Garden? CLICK HERE.Subscribe to The Growing Season podcast.  CLICK HERE.