The Growing Season, Oct 12, 2024 - Fall Colour and Thanksgiving

“Questions, concerns, queries?” Lets chat!Its a tough time of year to be a turkey!  BUT, its a wonderful time of year to be a tree!Thanksgiving in Canada features prominently on this week's episode of The Growing Season.  Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland dive into the history of Thanksgiving and why it is celebrated at different times in the Great White North. Matt talks about the challenges of dressing his kids this time of year. Jack reminisces about this time last year.Turkey families...How are the chicks parented?Cranberries - why is the bog harvesting procedure necessary?As they do on an annual basis, The McFarlands describe the processes involved with the trees leaves changing colour.   Why is it that the fall colour appears at the top of the tree first and then proceeds downwards?Fog and grass seed are linked. The FALL-stars as far as fall leaf colour are discussed. Poplar, Linden, Red Maple, Burning Bush, Downey Serviceberry, Blueberries, Mountainash and many more horticultural organisms are a focus. Birds eating fermented berries and becoming intoxicated!   Yup, you heard that right! 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.