The Growing Season, March 29, 2025 - Multi-Purpose Plants pt. 1

“Questions, concerns, queries?” Lets chat!So what else does it do?That's the focus of this week's episode of The Growing Season.  Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland dive into the Swiss Army knives of the horticultural world.  Multi-Purpose plants come into focus.Willows kick off the show in style.  You wouldn't believe the number of things a willow can be used for.  Willows are packed full of calcium, so in a pinch you could use a willow to boost your calcium intake. Lumber, lumber, lumber.  It's a hot topic politically and the trio dive into a conversation about our most used construction material.  What trees are the most widely used for nominal lumber?   An investigation occurs.Outdoor lumber yard vs. indoor lumber yard.   Is there a difference?MATT DISCOVERS A SITKA SPRUCE.  Then he falls in love.What is cellulose?   Why is it important?Pine nuts.  Pine seeds.   Lets talk.Birches are beautiful but who knew how useful they can be outside of the fact that they give your landscape a unique shot of colour. Birch syrup is tasted on air.  The show comes off the rails. You can tap your Japanese Maple and acquire syrup from it.  We're not kidding!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.