GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Peggy Cornett curator of plants at Monticello about Thomas Jefferson's flowers. The plant profile is on Zizia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "The Great Planting Day Adventure" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe**You can order Peggy's book at https://amzn.to/4tl9tCD. This link is to our Amazon affiliate account and we main eran a few pennies from these sales, but it wil not impact your purchase price.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 24: Monticello's Historic Plant Collectionhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-24-peggy.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 13: Heritage Roses with Connie Hilkerhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-13-connie.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 153: An American Garden Storyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-153-american.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 5/15/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 5-9-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with horticulturist Peggy Anne Montgomery of the Garden Media Group about Summer Bulbs. The plant profile is on Lamb's Ear and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "The Easiest Mushrooms to Grow" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeWin $100 worth of bulbs from https://flowerbulb.eu/!To enter, go to: https://www.youtube.com/washingtongardenermagazine and comment on this podcast episode there. You have until June 12 to enter. If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 104: Dahliashttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-104-dahlias.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 127: Unusual and Specialty Bulbshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-127-unusual.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 233: Buttercupshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-233-whats-up.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 4/7/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 5-2-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with horticulture manager Ella Engstrom about the garden history of Tudor Place. The plant profile is on Canterbury Bells and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Dividing Rhubarb" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 24: Monticellohttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-24-peggy.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 78: Dumbarton Oakshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-78-dumbarton.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 241: Lost Trees and Climate Activismhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-241-lost-trees.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 4/28/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-25-2026

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with expert gardener Charlie Nardozzi about his new book, The Continuous Vegetable Garden*. The plant profile is on Bloodroot and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "A Growing Gardener" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.*You can order Charlie's book at https://amzn.to/42e8I34. This link is to our Amazon affiliate account and we main eran a few pennies from these sales, but it wil not impact your purchase price.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 124: Raised Bed Gardening with Joe Lamp'lhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-124-raised-bed.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 110: Self-Sowing Plantshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-110-self.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 186: Planning Your Vegetable Gardenhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-186-planning.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 4/28/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-18-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with filmmaker Dabney Day, about her new movie The Gardener. The plant profile is on English Daisies and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Playing with Frost" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 202: Documenting Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-202.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 211: Gardening Meets Hollywoodhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-211-gardening.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 137: Into the Heart of the Garden with Maria Rodalehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-137-into-heart.htmlThis episode is sponsored by the FONA Garden Fair & Plant Sale:Celebrate spring at the U.S. National Arboretum! Shop from thousands of plants, get expert gardening advice, browse from 25+ local vendors, and enjoy free family activities.FONA members get early access to the Plant Sale tent from 9 AM to 11 AM. Whether you’re looking for herbs for your apartment balcony or shade-loving perennials for your yard, the Plant Sale tent has great options at great prices. Make a donation of any amount to become a FONA member.This event is hosted by Friends of the National Arboretum and raises funds to support FONA’s work celebrating the science, beauty, and community impact of the National Arboretum. Register for the Garden Fair & Plant Sale  to let FONA know you’re coming and to receive important event updates.Show Notes will be posted after 4/21/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-11-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with landscape designer Teresa Watkins, about visiting public gardens for design inspiration. The plant profile is on Barren Strawberry and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "How to Prune Blueberry Bushes" from Christy Page of Green Prints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 167: Flinging with the Garden Touristhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-167-flinging.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 78: Dumbarton Oakshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-78-dumbarton.html~ GardenDC Episode 32: Garden Tourshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-32-garden.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 4/15/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-4-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with garden book* author Lorraine Ballato, about hydrangea pruning and growing tips. The plant profile is on Celandine Poppy and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Beet Companion Plants" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.*You can order Hydrangea Pruning at ⁠https://amzn.to/4sCh28t⁠. This link is to our Amazon affiliate accounts and we may earn a few pennies from their sales, but this does not impact your purchase price.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 142: Hydrangea Care and Pruninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-142-hydrangea.html~ GardenDC Episode 60: Hydrangeas with Andrew Buntinghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-60-hydrangeas.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 4/1/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 3-28-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Kira Silvestri, a horticulturist with Burpee, about assessing and repairing our gardens after a tough winter. The plant profile is on Dusty Miller and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "A Stick in the Mud" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at:  https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 277: Revolutionary Tomato Growing Tipshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2026/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-277.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 165: Gardening and the Weatherhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-165-gardening.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 184: Spring Garden Prephttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-183-spring.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 3/31/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 3-21-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with horticulturist Frank Hyman all about tomato growing tips*. The plant profile is on Hepatica and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "The Surprise Potato" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.*You can order Ripe Tomato Revolution athttps://amzn.to/4lsDiicThis link is to our Amazon affiliate accounts and we may earn a few pennies from their sales, but this does not impact your purchase price.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 4: All About Tomatoeshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-4-all-about.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 26: Heirloom Tomatoeshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-26-heirloom.html ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 68: Summer Vegetableshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-68-summer.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 3/21/2026.Frank Hyman's Substack is:  https://frankhyman.substack.com/subscribeWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 3-14-26

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with authors Ben Goulet-Scott and Jacob S. Suissa all about botanizing. The plant profile is on Peas and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Dancing with Marigolds" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.*You can order Let's Botanize at https://amzn.to/4u9gfgpThis link is to our Amazon affiliate accounts and we may earn a few pennies from their sales, but this does not impact your purchase price.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 43: Galanthushttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-43-galanthus.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 219: Native Fernshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-219-native.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 106: Ancient Plantshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-106-ancient.htmlUpdated Show Notes will be posted after 3/17/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 3-7-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with illustrator and author Halsey Berryman, all about her new book, Pests & Other Friends*. The plant profile is on Wallflowers and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Growing Kale in Pots" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.*You can order Halsey's book, Pests & Other Friends, at https://amzn.to/4r0m1hF This link is to our Amazon affiliate accounts and we may earn a few pennies from their sales, but this does not impact your purchase price.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 198: Rats and Other Destructive Crittershttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-198-rats-and.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 174: Wildscapinghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-174-wildscaping.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 50: Deer-Resistant Native Plantshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-50-deer.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 3/10/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 2-28-26.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Janet Evans, Associate Director, McLean Library & Archives, at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS), all about the fascinating history of the Philadelphia Flower Show. The plant profile is on California Poppy and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Brewing Success in the Garden" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 230: Secrets of the Philadelphia Flower Showhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-220-age-of.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 121: PHS Gold Medal Plantshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-121-gold-medal.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 260: Orchids of the First Ladieshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-260-orchids-of.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 226: Designing Your Natural Garden with Kelly D. Norrishttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-226-designing.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 3/1/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 2-21-26

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Dr. Jessica Allen, lead mycologist at NatureServe, all about the world of mushrooms. The plant profile is on Prairie Smoke (Geum triflorum) and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "The Unwritten Garden Journal" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 220: The Age of Lichenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-220-age-of.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 132: Moss Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-132-moss.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 219: Native Fernshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-219-native.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 37: Foraginghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-37-foraging.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 2/21/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 2-14-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Sam Hoadley, Manager of Horticultural Research at Mt. Cuba Center, all about Goldenrod (Solidago spp.) for the Mid-Atlantic Region. The plant profile is on Skunk Cabbage and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "The Sweetest Winter Squash" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeYou can find Mt. Cuba Center's Solidago Report here.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 227: Ironweedhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-227-ironweed.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 182: Amsoniahttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-182-amsonia.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 134: Carexhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-134-carex-for.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 99: Trilliumshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-99-trilliums.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 69: Garden Phloxhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-69-garden-phlox.htmlShow Notes will be posted after 2/14/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 2-7-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with a Peggy Singlemann, host of Virginia Home Grown, all about using plants and other solutions to hide ugly landscape features. The plant profile is on Star Anise (Illicium) and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Being a Serial Seedling Killer" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 228: Reducing Runoff with Rain Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-228-reducing.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 235: Spring Pruning Tipshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-235-spring.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 12: Shrubs & Hedgeshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-12-eva-monheim.htmlShow Notes wil be posted after 2/7/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 1-31-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with author Shelley S. Cramm about creating a Bible-inspired garden. The plant profile is on Ligularia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Fresh Beginnings" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 137: Into the Heart of the Gardenhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-137-into-heart.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 127: Unusual and Specialty Flower Bulbshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-127-unusual.htmlShelley's book, My Father is the Gardener, is available at https://amzn.to/3ZhGwex (note this is an affiliate link and we may earn a few pennies when you click on it.)Show Notes wil be posted after 1/31/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 1-24-2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Michael Judd of Ecologia Design about all the nut-bearing trees. The plant profile is on Azaleas and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "What to Grow with Beets" by Christy Page of GreenPrints.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 95: Willowshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-95-willows.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 25: Paw Pawshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-25-michael.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 187: Mad About Mulcheshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-187-mad-about.htmlPawPaw Fest 2026: https://ecologiadesign.com/paw-paw-festival-longcreek-homestead/SilvoCulture - Nuts for the Future: https://www.silvoculture.org/Plantra Tree Tubes: https://www.plantra.com/Show Notes wil be posted after 1/21/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 1-17-2026.

In this special episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Debby Ward of Prior Unity Garden about all the new plants and products we saw at MANTS 2026. (We skipped the Plant Profile, What's New, and Last Word segments this time to devote more time to talking about all that cool new stuff.)BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 223: New Plants and Products for 2025 https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-223-new-plants.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 177: New Plants and Products for 2024https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-177-new-plants.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 133: New Plants and Products for 2023https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-133-new-plants.htmlShow Notes wil be posted after 1/14/2026.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 1/10/2026.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Katie Dubow of the Garden Media Group all about 2026 gardening trends. The plant profile is on Paper Plant (Fatsia) and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Storing Onions from Christy Page of Green Prints.Download the full Garden Trends report at https://gardenmediagroup.com/BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 222: Garden Trends for 2025https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-222-garden.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 176: Garden Trends for 2024https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-176-garden.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 131: Garden Trends of 2023https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-131-garden.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 86: 2022 Garden Trendshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-86-2022-garden.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Zachary IntraterMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanySHOW NOTES willbe posted after 12-16-2025.

In this special holiday episode, we share our favorite gardening tools and products* perfect for gifting the gardeners in your life -- and yourself!*Disclosure: Some of these items were sent to us free to trial, but many we have repurchased on our own as well as for gifts for other gardeners. The gift ideas here are linked to an Amazon affiliate account, so if you click on them and order any, Washington Gardener Magazine gets a few pennies added to the account for the referral. Our full Amazon storefront is here.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 177: New Plants and Products 2025https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-223-new-plants.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 177: New Plants and Products 2024https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-177-new-plants.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 133: New Plants and Products 2023https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-133-new-plants.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Zachary IntraterMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyThis episode is archived at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/05OnrTPw3wrGW5LVf2ntmBShow Notes:02:13 - Dramm 12454 5-Liter Premium High-Grade Plastic Watering Can03:49 - Gardener's Supply Company Madison Rain Barrel05:36 - Foxgloves - Medium, I like Iris (purple) and Moss green08:00 - Sloggers Garden Clog09:40 - Scala Wide Brim Garden Hat12:08 - Garden Kneeling Pad14:44 - Corona Long Straight Snips, Stainless Steel16:22 - CobraHead Weeder and Cultivator18:46 - O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream, 3.4 oz., Jar20:45 - Alaska Fish Fertilizer 5-1-1 Concentrate 1 Quart23:09 - Garden Fabric Row Cover25:54 - Dramm One-Touch Rain Wand27:43 - Mosquito Dunks30:26 - MuckBoots32:19 - Copper Plant Labels33:41 - Shrub Rake35:05 - Hori Hori Knife37:05 - Bypass Pruners38:16 - Deer Repellent Systemic Tablets41:47 - Tool Sharpener43:02 - Motorized Spray Bottle44:25 - Bonus Item: Tenax Deer Net47:32 - Thank you for listening! Please become a supporter.See more gift ideas at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/11/holiday-gifts-for-gardeners-top.html

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening and Beyond, we talk with plantsman Brent Horvath all about sedums. The plant profile is on Thyme and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Thanksgiving" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 130: Groundcovers versus Ground Covershttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-130.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 193: Epimediumshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-193-epimediums.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 53: Superior Perennialshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-53-superior.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 11/30/25.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 11/22/2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening and Beyond, we talk with Teri Speight all about inspiring Black flower farmers and florists. The plant profile is on the Katsura Tree and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Spud-tacular Crafts" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 66: Small Space Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-66-small-space.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 5: Horticultural Storytellerhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-5.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 253: The Flower-to-Vase Movementhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-253-farm-to.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeYou can order Teri's book Black Flora at ⁠https://amzn.to/4p6gWnq⁠ (Note that is an affiliate link.)Show Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-264-black.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 11-15-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Sheri Ann Richerson all about gardening with chocolate. The plant profile is on Fritallaria and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Past, Present, and Future Me" by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 237: Edible Native Plantshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-237-edible.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 159: Herbal Libationshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-159-herbal.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 59: Gardening with Tropical Plantshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-59-gardening.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeYou can order Sheri Ann's book at ⁠https://amzn.to/3XjNRJe ⁠(Note that is an affiliate link.)Show Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-263-chocolate.htmlHere is a link to my favorite Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe: https://pin.it/3tdZolwOGWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode 263 Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 11-8-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with David Marciniak of Revolutionary Gardens, all about designing a garden for your personality. The plant profile is on Virginia Sweetspire and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Carrot Waltz by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 207: Garden Planning and Designhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-207-garden.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 158: Garden Transformationshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-158-garden.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 89: Working with a Landscape Designerhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-89-working.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 149: Garden Design for Plant Collectorshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-149-garden.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-262.html We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 11-1-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with the Ethan Kamerow of Cultivate the City, all about Carnivorous Plants The plant profile is on Mexican Bush Sage and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Many Ways to Use Pumpkin by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 14: Unusual Edibleshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-14-niraj-ray.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 77: Goth Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-175-herstory.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 171: Murder in the Garden https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-171-murder-in.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-261.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 10-25-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with the Arthur Chadwick of Chadwick & Son Orchids, all about the First Ladies' Orchids. The plant profile is on Snake Plant and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the October Leafy Soirée by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 15: Orchidshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-15-orchids.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 175: Herstory of DC Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-175-herstory.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 153: An American Garden Storyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-153-american.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes are posted to: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-260-orchids-of.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 10/18/2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with the Gardening Gays -- Kevin and Dragan, all about their transition from small garden to country farm. The plant profile is on Hairy Aster and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Ghost Orchid by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 224: The Reformation of a Bad Naturalisthttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-224.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 253: The Farm-to-Vase Movementhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-253-farm-to.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 7: Chickens in the Gardenhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-7-chickens-in.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes:01:27 Introducing Kevin and Dragan03:55 Transitioning from city to country living09:58 Settling in King George, Virginia13:23 Understanding King George’s growing conditions17:48 Chronicling the Journey: The Gardening Gays20:25 Learning from early mistakes23:42 Connecting with followers and community25:10 Reflecting on progress and growth28:32 From townhouse to farm life30:58 A day in the life on the farm35:15 Building a farm store36:55 Local demand and community support38:03 Propagating plants and expanding40:01 Orchard Management: Pest Control46:01 Future plans for further expansion50:50 Was it worth it?53:35 Hairy Aster Plant Profile54:59 What’s new in the garden this week?57:36 The Last Word with Christy Page: Ghost Orchid59:32 Support the Garden DC Podcast!We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 10-11-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with author Jenny Rose Carey, all about the latest trends in gardening with bulbs. The plant profile is on Spiderwort and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Art and Science of Pickling by Christy Page of GreenPrints.You can order Jenny Roses's new bulb book at our Amazon affiliate link: ⁠https://amzn.to/476OTOuIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 127: Unusual and Specialty Flower Bulbs with Brent Heathhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-127-unusual.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 111: Flower Combinations with Jenny Rose Careyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-111-flower.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 18: Shade Gardening with Jenny Rose Careyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-18-shade.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-258-hot-trends.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 10-4-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Dan Boelman of Zanfel Laboratories, all about poison ivy. The plant profile is on Pumpkins and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Goodbye to Cruel Tomatoes by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 98: Native Vineshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-98-native-vines.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 137: Into the Heart of the Gardenhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-137-into-heart.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 216: Fierce Florahttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-216-fierce.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store including many newly added perennials!Show Notes are now posted https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-257-how-to.htmlYou can order a tube of Zanfel at https://amzn.to/4gLgAj5 (Note that this is an affiliate link.)We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 9-27-2025

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with horticulturist Matt Mattus, all about perennials. The plant profile is on Hummingbird Mint and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Carrot Tops by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 168: Favorite Fall Perennialshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-168-favorite.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 53: Superior Perennialshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-53-superior.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 254: The New American Gardenerhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-254.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store including many newly added perennials!Show Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-256-perennial.htmlYou can order a copy of the American Horticultural Society Essential Guide to Perennial Gardening at https://amzn.to/4pHytUb (note that this is an affiliate link).We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 9-20-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Michael J. Raupp, Professor Emeritus of Entomology at the University of Maryland, all about ticks. The plant profile is on Rain Lilies and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Back to the Land by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 115: The Dreaded Spotted Lanterflyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-115-dreaded.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 29: Butterfly Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-29-butterfly.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 141: Nature's Best Hope with Doug Tallamyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-141-natures.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 9-16-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit: Cavit IrelandMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 9-6-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Rochelle Greayer of the American Horticultural Society, about her vision for the American Gardener magazine. The plant profile is on Korean Angelica and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Apple Orchard Antics by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 40: Botanical Latin and Labelshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-54-flower.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 6: Spring-Flowering Trees and Shrubs with David Ellishttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-6-spring.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 9: All Things Azaleahttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-9-all-things.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store.Show Notes will be posted after 9-7-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 8-30-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Alex Mudry-Till of Quince Blossom Ridge, all about cut-flower farming. The plant profile is on Patrinia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Travels with Iris by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 54: Flower Farming with Lisa Mason Zieglerhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-54-flower.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 104: Dahliashttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-104-dahlias.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 19: Floral Design with Holly Heider Chapplehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-19-floral.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 8-26-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 8-23-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with returning guest Barbara Melera, president of Harvesting-History.com, all about growing onions. The plant profile is on Shrubby Cinquefoil and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Overwintering Peppers by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 153: An American Garden Story https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-153-american.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 45: Seed Starting Tipshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-45-seed.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 16: Garlichttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-16-garlic.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 8-19-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Ian FerrisMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 8-16-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Debra Knapke, known as the Garden Sage, all about soil care basics. The plant profile is on Globe Amaranth and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Max, Mia, and the Sunflowers by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 187: Mad About Mulcheshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-187-mad-about.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 71: Soil Healthhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-71-soil-health.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 136: Home Compostinghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-136-home.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 8-12-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at:⁠ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message⁠ Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Colin DavanMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 8-9-25.

In this special 250th episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, I let the interns take over the show and ask me their gardening questions. I share my best garden tips and hacks for solving problems ranging from pruning hydrangrea to choosing organic fertilizers. This episode was also videoed so you can watch it on YouTube and other platforms that offer video podcasts.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 100: Behind the Scenes⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-100-behind.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 200: Secrets of a Gardening Podcast⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-200-secrets-of.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 142: Hydrangea Care and Pruning⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-142-hydrangea.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 51: Companion Planting Strategies⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-51-companion.html⁠BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: ⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe⁠Visit ⁠https://shop.kathyjentz.com/⁠ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 8-5-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at:⁠ https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message⁠ Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterns: Colin Davan, Ian Ferris, and Miguel ZarateInterview Edit & Show Notes: Ian FerrisMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 8-2-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Michelle Nelson, Montgomery Park's Community Garden Program Manager all about community gardens. The plant profile is an update on our previous one on Lavender and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Corn in Small Spaces by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 129: Sharing the Harvesthttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-129-sharing.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 202: Documenting Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-202.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 198: Rats and Othetr Destructive Crittershttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-198-rats-and.htmlVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 7-29-2025.Michelle Nelson's profile in the September 2024 issue of Washington Gardener Magazine.Montgomery Park's community gardens conditions of use are posted here.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Miguel ZarateMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 7-26-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Suzanne Boom, Senior Horticulturist with Longwood Gardens, all about water garden plants. The plant profile is on Lisianthus and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Licorice-Tasting Basil by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 11: Lotushttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-11-lotus.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 63: Water Gardening and Koi Pondshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-63-water.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 228: Reducing Runoff with Rain Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-228-reducing.htmlVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 7-22-2025.Visit the International Waterlily and Water Gardening Society at https://iwgs.org/.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Ian FerrisMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 7-19-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Duane Pancoast, author of The Geriatric Gardener 2.0, all about gardening as we age. The plant profile is on Variegated Sweet Flag and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Mulch to the Rescue by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 161: Adaptive Gardening https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-161-adaptive.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 76: Horticultural Therapyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-76.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 73: A Late Summer Pep Talkhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-73-late-summer.htmlVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 7-15-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Colin DavanMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecored on 7-12-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Mike McGrath, host of You Bet Your Garden, about his best gardening tips. The plant profile is on Cattails and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Little Taro Root by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 112: Summer Garden Refreshhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-112-summer.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 165: Gardening and the Weather with Margaret Roachhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-165-gardening.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 108: Frugal Gardening Tipshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-108-frugal.htmlVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 7-8-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Colin DavanMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 7-5-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Claire Chambers of Meadow Lab about a new technique for establishing meadows. The plant profile is on Black Cohosh and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Decoding Tomato Leaf Aromas by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 195: Reduce Your Lawnhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-195-reduce.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 101: Sustainable Lawn Carehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-101.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 130: Groundcovers versus Groundcovershttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-130.htmlVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 6-30-2025,We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Miguel ZarateMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 6-28-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with UMD extension educator Ginny Rosenkranz all about Milkweeds. The plant profile is on Gardenia and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Making Gardening Fun for Kids by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 227: Ironweed for the Mid-Atlantichttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-227-ironweed.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 29: Butterfly Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-29-butterfly.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 47: Pollinator Victory Gardens ⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-47-pollinator.html⁠Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeShow Notes will be posted after 6-24-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Ian FerrisMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 6-21-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with landscape designer Phyllis Gricus, about her research into light pollution's harmful effects on the garden. The plant profile is on Sundrops and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Planting a Garden Based on Your Birth Month by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 91: Outdoor Lightinghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-91-outdoor.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 89: Working with a Landscape Designer⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-89-working.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 170: Moon Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-170-moon.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 6-6-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with author Barbara Damrosch, about her latest book, A Life in the Garden*, about her lifetime of accumulated gardening wisdom.The plant profile is on Centaurea and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Coaching Seedbirth by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 124: Raised Bed Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-124-raised-bed.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 68: Summer Vegetableshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-68-summer.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 186: Planning Your Vegetable Garden⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-186-planning.html⁠BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online plant store!Show Notes will be posted after 5-27-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany*Barbara's book can be ordered at https://amzn.to/45nGZ2H(Note: This is an Amazon affiliate link.)Recorded on 5-24-2025

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with author and climate activist Mike Tidwell, about his latest book, The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue*, which is an exploration of global warming’s impact on his own home block.The plant profile is on Pagoda Dogwood and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Bean Succession Planting by Christy Page of GreenPrints.*Mike's book can be ordered at ⁠https://amzn.to/3SLPH3f⁠(Note: This is an Amazon affiliate link.)If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 165: Gardening and the Weather with Margaret Roachhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-165-gardening.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 141: Nature's Best Hopehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-141-natures.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support⁠.Visit ⁠https://shop.kathyjentz.com/⁠ to browse our new online store!We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 5-17-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Robert Shaut, Director of Tree Operations at Casey Trees, about the best choices for Urban Trees. The plant profile is on Basil and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Great Tomato Adventure by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 181: Invasive Plants with Casey Treeshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-204-natural.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 204: Natural Tree Carehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-204-natural.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 87: Winter Tree Carehttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-87-winter-tree.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 187: Mad About Mulches⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-187-mad-about.html⁠BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 5-13-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 5-10-25.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Thomas Christopher, horticulturist, author, and podcaster, about Department of Government Efficency (DOGE) impacts on gardening. The plant profile is on Trillium and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Types of Pruning Shears by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 117: Environmentally Friendly Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-117.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 145: Everything is Politics, Even Gardeninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-145-everything.htmlVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support⁠.Show Notes will be posted after 5-6-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 5-3-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Ngoc Minh Ngo, celebrated photographer and author of Roses in the Garden*, all about photographing flowers. The plant profile is on Kangaroo Paws and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Transforming Urban Spaces by Christy Page of GreenPrints.*Note: This is an Amazon affiliate link - ⁠https://amzn.to/4lNXyKYIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 202: Documenting Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-202.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 17: Garden Photographyhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-17-garden.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 13: Heritage Roseshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-13-connie.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/supportVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 4-29-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit & Show Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-26-2025

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Wendy Brister, Marketing Director of Cavano's Perennials, all about native edible plants. The plant profile is on Basket of Gold and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on Playing with Frost by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 28: Preserving Your Harvesthttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/09/gardendc-podcast-episode-28-preserving.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 148: Serviceberrieshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-148.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 25: Paw Pawshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-25-michael.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 183 Elderberryhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-183-elderberry.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 4-22-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzShow Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-19-2025.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with author and naturalist Melanie Choukas-Bradley all about forest bathing. The plant profile is on Caladiums and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Easiest Mushrooms to Grow by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 137: Into the Heart of the Gardenhttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-137-into-heart.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 38: Art in the Garden https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-38-art-in.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 92: Universal Gardening https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-92-universal.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 224:The Reformation of a Bad Naturalisthttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-224.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/supportVisit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 4-15-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzShow Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-12-2025.