Best Foliage Podcasts (2024)

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#94 - Warm-Season Foliage Favorites 13:27

3h ago13:27

13:27

Looking for different colors, forms, and textures of foliage to fill out your bouquets? Wondering which warm-season plants you can grow from seed to meet your needs? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three of their favorite foliage plants for the warm-season cutting garden, plus helpful harvesting tips for each one. Listen to the podcast and learn tips…

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Episode 161: A Field Trip to the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill 48:17

3h ago48:17

48:17

There’s nothing nicer than being outside on a beautiful late spring day, especially if it means you get a whole day away from your desk. Danielle, Carol, and digital editor Christine Alexander recently played hooky from their editorial duties and went on a horticultural adventure at one of New England’s great public gardens. Located in Boylston, Ma…

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Tips and tricks on growing dahlias from world renowned expert Kristine Albrecht 45:42

1d ago45:42

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#93 - Growing Hydrangeas as Cut Flowers 23:25

7d ago23:25

23:25

Looking for big, beautiful flowers to fill up your summer bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store hydrangeas to ensure a long vase life and prevent wilting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing hydrangeas as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens and flower farms, the optimal gro…

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016: The Evolution of My Cut Flower Farm Stand 27:44

8d ago27:44

27:44

In this episode, I share how I grew from imagining sunflower fields for grocery stores to growing a range of flowers and creating a community through my farm stand. I'll give you practical advice on starting and running a successful farm stand, which includes having a walk-in refrigerator and 24/7 operation. I’ll also talk about the reality of bein…

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Episode 160: The RHS Chelsea Flower Show with Annie Guilfoyle 1:11:16

15d ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Did you ever wonder what it would be like to get exclusive access to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show? Well, your dreams have come true because in this exclusive interview we got an all-access pass to THE horticultural event of the year thanks to Annie Guilfoyle, a 2024 judge. Annie is co-founder of Garden Masterclass in the UK and an award wining garde…

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#92 - 5 Common Cockscomb Questions 21:26

14d ago21:26

21:26

Frustrated by cockscomb plants blooming on short stems? Confused by conflicting information about whether or not you should pinch your plants? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss five of the most common cockscomb (Celosia argentea cristata) questions. They cover pinching, which varieties are the best for drying, cockscomb varieties with the largest heads…

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015: Navigating May Madness: The Busy Season of Cut Flower Growing 21:10

16d ago21:10

21:10

This episode is packed with invaluable advice on managing the financial pressures of spring and preparing for a profitable summer. From my own journey of overcoming a $10,000 debt in my first year to practical strategies for navigating the intense periods of the growing season, you'll discover how to keep your flower farming dream alive and flouris…

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#91 - All About Flower Support Netting 26:15

23d ago26:15

26:15

Wondering whether or not you should bother netting your flowers? Curious about when to install support netting, what height to place it at, and the most efficient and effective way to install it? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower support netting. They cover reasons to consider netting (or not netting) your flowers, the pros a…

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The ultimate career change: from the sky to the garden with August Bernstein 58:08

26d ago58:08

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August on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/augusts_garden?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

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#90 - 3 Vining Plants to Grow Plus Tips for Building a Tunnel 24:51

30d ago24:51

24:51

Would you like to add some vertical interest to your garden and unique elements to your flower arrangements? Wondering how to support vigorous vining plants as they grow and prevent your underlying structures from collapsing? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three warm-season vining plants to consider growing this summer. They cover what makes each pl…

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A flower farmer’s journey with Milli Proust (ft. exciting Floret seed news!) 1:03:10

1M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

Website: https://www.milliproust.com

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Episode 159: Plants that Take Sun and Shade 55:40

1M ago55:40

55:40

Chances are, you’ve got mixed conditions in your garden. One area might be in full sun, while another spot a bit farther away is in full shade. Even beds that have the same exposure on paper may have larger plants that shade out the ground below. This presents a challenge for developing a cohesive look within a landscape. As gardeners, we’ve been t…

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#89 - 3 Warm-Season Flowers to Succession-Plant Every Week 14:12

1M ago14:12

14:12

Working on your summer succession-planting schedule? Wondering if there are any warm-season flowers you should consider planting on a weekly basis? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three warm-season flowers to consider succession-planting every week. They cover why the flowers are worth growing and planting weekly, favorite varieties, the price per st…

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#88 - Growing Peonies as Cut Flowers 25:45

1M ago25:45

25:45

Searching for the perfect focal flower to star in your spring bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store peonies to ensure loads of luscious blooms with the longest possible vase life? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing herbaceous peonies as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens …

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014: Strategizing Your Focal Flower Succession Plan 21:05

1M ago21:05

21:05

There's something magical about the transformation of a seed into the bloom of a peony or the elegant curve of a lily stem. I've spent 16 years with my hands in the soil, coaxing these miracles into life, and in today's episode, I'm opening the garden gate to share this wonder with you. We'll traverse the seasons from the eager sprigs of pussy will…

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Episode 158: Plants That Earn Their Keep with Irvin Etienne 1:01:33

2M ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Irvin Etienne is the curator of herbaceous plants and seasonal garden design at Newfields, a 152-acre campus with art galleries, performance spaces, world-class public gardens, and a nature park in Indianapolis. Irvin has been a frequent contributor to Fine Gardening, sharing his horticultural expertise through informative articles like A Bright Id…

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#87 - Cover Crop Basics 20:05

2M ago20:05

20:05

Looking for ways to suppress weeds and improve your soil? Wondering what cover crops are and if you should incorporate them into your farm or garden? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of cover cropping. They cover what cover crop is and why it is used, potential benefits, crop considerations depending on the time of year and equipment …

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013: Raspberry Revelations: Turning Raspberry Foliage into a U-Pick Raspberry Patch 14:17

2M ago14:17

14:17

When life handed me raspberries, I didn't just make jam — I started a U-pick raspberry farm alongside my thriving flower garden. It's a tale that began with the hardy resilience of raspberry foliage, something I initially cultivated for its lasting beauty in bouquets. As my garden grew, so did the requests from my community, leading me down a path …

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#86 - Bunny Tails - A 'Cool Flower' Grass 17:57

2M ago17:57

17:57

Looking for a cute new addition to your spring cool flowers lineup? Do you love the look of 'Bunny Tails' blooms but struggle with stems that are too short to use? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the newest plant to be designated as a cool flower (aka cool-season hardy annual) - 'Bunny Tails' grass (Lagurus ovatus). They describe the soft, cottontail…

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012: Preparing Beds in the Hoophouse for Cut Flowers 17:33

2M ago17:33

17:33

Join me as I walk you through the ins and outs of prepping your hoophouse for the new planting season. Sharing from my 16 years of hands-on experience, you'll get a sense of the various tools and techniques that can make your gardening both effective and manageable. Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or a newcomer to the soil, this episode is pa…

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Episode 157: Flowering trees for every season 1:05:47

2M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

Due to their size and expense, gardeners tend to put a lot more thought into the trees they ultimately buy for their landscape. While a perennial might only live for 6 or 7 years, a tree might grace your garden for 50 years or more—outliving the person who so carefully selected it, in fact. Here at Fine Gardening, we feel strongly that trees should…

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#85 - Warm-Season Planting Checklist 19:16

2M ago19:16

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Looking forward to a flower-filled garden all summer long? Wondering when to plant, and how to adjust your grow room to provide the optimal environment for warm-season seeds and seedlings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their checklist of key items to keep in mind when planning your warm-season plantings and sowing your seeds. They cover when to pla…

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011: Market Competition: Resilience in the Face of Rejection 27:11

2M ago27:11

27:11

Listen in as I discuss the unexpected twists of joining larger markets, the harsh reality of being ousted, and the lessons learned along the way. We'll tackle the age-old saying, 'a rising tide lifts all boats,' and I'll share why this might not always ring true. This conversation is a candid look at the business dynamics that often go unseen behin…

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#84 - 6 Tips to Maximize Flower Production + An Exciting Announcement 19:36

2M ago19:36

19:36

Looking forward to buckets of blooms this growing season? Wondering how to get the most flowers out of your space? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six tips for maximizing flower production in your field or garden. Plus, the girls share an exciting announcement for cool flower growers everywhere. Listen to the podcast and learn how to make the most of…

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010: Setting Up Your Flower Field | Don't Overthink This 24:33

2M ago24:33

24:33

My journey in transforming my unyielding clay backyard into a flourishing oasis taught me that with a little love and a lot of compost, any soil can become a haven for your plants. This episode is brimming with wisdom on harnessing the natural power of the ground soil you're standing on. We'll discuss why a vibrant garden doesn't require fancy rais…

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Episode 156: Finding Design Inspiration with Jay Sifford 46:44

3M ago46:44

46:44

Jay Sifford is an award-winning landscape designer based in North Carolina. Several of his garden designs have been featured in Fine Gardening, including a one-of-a-kind modern meadow garden and a series of beautiful, functional dry creek beds. Jay’s immersive, naturalistic landscape designs are based around four cornerstones: art, magic, story, an…

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Eerie Eats: a haunted lighthouse and 'Food Fight!' at the MSU Museum 29:42

3M ago29:42

29:42

This episode, hosted by Molly Wright, features a talk with Liam Clymer and Kelsey Lester about their work reporting on the 'Food Fight!' exhibition at the MSU Museum and the potential haunting of the Seul Choix Point Lighthouse. The reporters discuss their ability to set a scene and build a narrative while remaining unbiased observers and what it m…

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#83 - Fungus Gnats + Tips to Prevent & Control 22:13

3M ago22:13

22:13

Frustrated by fungus gnats in your growing space? Wondering how to get rid of your unwanted house guests or prevent them from taking over in the first place? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss fungus gnats and practical methods for prevention and control. They cover the fungus gnat life cycle and lifespan, where they prefer to lay their eggs and how man…

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009: Succession Planting: Timing Your Seed Starts Right 22:28

3M ago22:28

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In this episode, we are going through the critical steps of starting seeds and planning for a garden that dazzles from spring to fall. This is a goldmine for flower aficionados eager to refine their timing techniques and ensure a steady flow of blossoms to market. Discover how leveraging agricultural week numbers can sharpen your scheduling and why…

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#82 - Snapdragon Bloom Order & Group Considerations 14:42

3M ago14:42

14:42

Wondering which order your snapdragon varieties will bloom in this spring? Confused about snapdragon groups and if you should consider them when planning your plantings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the typical bloom order of snapdragons, how group classifications factor in, and important considerations when planting in spring. They cover how snap…

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008: Flower Farming Foundations: Starting Flower Seeds 101 20:35

3M ago20:35

20:35

Ever wonder why some gardeners seem to have a never-ending parade of blooms? It's all about getting the seed starting right, and that's what we're unpacking today. In our chat, I'll let you in on the secret world of flower seeds, from the ones craving a sunbath like the elegant snapdragons to the shade-seekers such as demure buplerum. We'll travers…

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Episode 155: Deer Resistant Favorites 55:12

3M ago55:12

55:12

One of the worst sights you can ever see in the garden is a plant that has been browsed by deer. (Sidenote: we don't love the gentle word “browsed” in this instance. A more appropriate term might be “obliterated.”) If the munching is particularly bad, that perennial, tree, or shrub becomes unrecognizable. And in many cases, this can mean instant de…

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#81 - Germination Chambers for Seed Starting 17:19

3M ago17:19

17:19

Running short on heat mat space? Wondering how to sprout high volumes of seeds in a space-efficient manner? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of germination chambers for seed starting. They cover what germination chambers are, key benefits and considerations, which seeds can be sprouted inside, an overview of how to make one yourself, …

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007: Seed Starting Strategy: Choosing the Ideal Method for Your Garden 23:32

3M ago23:32

23:32

As your guide through the world of cut flower farming, I bring my 16 years of green-thumb wisdom straight to your ears, spilling the dirt on seed-starting and the tools that transform a garden. You'll hear about my own shift from vast fields to a more personal touch with petals, weighing the worth of soil blockers against the simple click of orderi…

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#80 - 3 Green Cool Flower Fillers to Add Texture & Interest to Bouquets 13:52

3M ago13:52

13:52

Do you love the fresh look green flowers bring to a bouquet? Looking for unique shapes, forms, and textures to add interest to your arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three gorgeous green cool flower fillers, plus a helpful tip for each one. Listen to the podcast and learn tips and tricks for growing and harvesting Atriplex, Bells of Irela…

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006: Blooming Profits: Harvesting Your Flowers and Learning from Your Farmer's Market 26:47

3M ago26:47

26:47

Join me as I recount the blossoming journey of selling at the farmer's markets. Listen in as I reveal the secrets to a successful market day, from efficient harvesting systems to on-site bouquet arrangements. You'll hear about the trials and triumphs of navigating customer expectations and the magic of real-time adaptation — like the joy of saving …

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Episode 154: Putting Plants to the Test with Richard Hawke 1:00:14

4M ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Richard Hawke is the Director of Ornamental Plant Research at Chicago Botanic Garden, where he oversees comparative evaluations of ornamental plants. The CBG Plant Evaluation Program has included 117 distinct trials over the past four decades, with 26 comparative trials currently underway in three evaluation areas. In 2011, Richard began reporting …

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#79 - Early Sunflower Checklist 17:38

4M ago17:38

17:38

Would you like to have sunflowers blooming as early as possible in your growing season? Wondering what steps you should take to make that happen and which varieties to choose? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss a checklist of key items to keep in mind when planting "early bird" sunflowers. They cover the potential risks and rewards, variety and color co…

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005: 3 Business Insights You Need to Implement Today & Few Unfiltered Opinions 24:26

4M ago24:26

24:26

Have you ever felt like your business was on the brink of blooming, only to find your profits withering away? Turn that frown upside-down because today I share with you the secret fertilizer that supercharged my cut flower farm's profitability. I’m not holding back on the juicy details of the 'profit first' approach, a game-changer in the world of …

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#78 - Grow Light FAQs 14:44

4M ago14:44

14:44

Wondering how far above seedlings to place your grow lights? If a seed needs light to germinate, should your trays be under grow lights from the moment you sow the seeds? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about grow lights. They cover grow light placement, when to move seedlings under lights, how long to leav…

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004: My First Three Secrets for Successfully Growing Cut Flowers 23:42

4M ago23:42

23:42

Have you ever gazed at a vase of freshly cut flowers and wondered what it takes to create such beauty? Lucky for you, I’m here to sprinkle that magic into your life with my hard-earned wisdom from 16 years in the blossoming trenches. This episode is your seed packet of knowledge, offering expert advice for both budding enthusiasts and experienced g…

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