Best Avid Vines Podcasts (2024)

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#95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process 26:17

21h ago26:17

26:17

Wondering how to maximize the vase life of your flowers? Unsure which flower conditioning products you should use and when? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower conditioning. They cover the importance of conditioning flowers and the process, from harvesting out in the field or garden to the vase, using four key products (pre-tre…

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#94 - Warm-Season Foliage Favorites 13:27

8d 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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#93 - Growing Hydrangeas as Cut Flowers 23:25

15d 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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#92 - 5 Common Cockscomb Questions 21:26

22d 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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#91 - All About Flower Support Netting 26:15

29d 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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#90 - 3 Vining Plants to Grow Plus Tips for Building a Tunnel 24:51

1M 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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#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

2M 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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#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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#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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Unveiling Rafflin-Lepitre's Organic Brilliance 25:32

2M ago25:32

25:32

An epic conversation with the next Champagne producer to join Avid Vines, Perrine Rafflin of Rafflin-Lepitre Premier Cru Brut Champagne! Our conversation in English sprinkles a little French as we learn about the all-female team that owns and produces another certified organic, sustainable Premier Cru Brut Champagne from Chigny-les-Roses, FR! Perri…

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#85 - Warm-Season Planting Checklist 19:16

2M ago19:16

19:16

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

3M 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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What It Takes To Bliss Out At A Restaurant 26:51

3M ago26:51

26:51

Today's episode puts us in the shoes and tongs of Chef Yong Kim, Executive Chef at the Jersey Shore Sushi, a kosher restaurant. Chef Kim and David discuss how rule-breaking is essential for growth, the new world of sushi and wine pairings, and Chef's desire to teach those with whom he cooks to thrive and develop into better chefs. The restaurants w…

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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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Branching Out: Get Beyond Mass Produced Wines 22:14

3M ago22:14

22:14

Today's episode brings us Mike LaPlante, musician and wine enthusiast from Windsor, Canada. Wine impressions are best made during travel or life cycle moments like getting married. It's about knowing a place from where the wine comes. Then branch out to discover new areas using the previous area as a point of reference. Listen to our podcast as we …

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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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Found: Wine Lovers Travel Guide 28:17

3M ago28:17

28:17

"It's just fermented grape juice!" Wine making is not brain surgery. That's just one of the nuggest in a great episode with an educator and an upstart winemaker, Jesse Schwartz, from the Columbia River Gorge. This area is gaining attention for its wines as it sits on the border of OR and WA states, 1 hour east of Portland, OR. Join us for stories a…

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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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Love & Wine (en francais) 13:34

3M ago13:34

13:34

Here's another episode totally in French! Clarisse and I discuss how the French grow in appreciation for their wines. The wines of her region get special mention and the food with which its paired. Join us for the sub-titles in English for a lively, revealing conversation! Listen to our podcast as we talk "Love & Wine"…

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

4M 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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Assessing Patrons & Service At Restaurants 27:42

4M ago27:42

27:42

This episode brings us into the restaurant through the eyes of a sommelier constantly continuing her education and her palette. We talk about the dynamic where waitstaff and somms assessing how much to engage with patrons as well as explore from the patron's viewpoint, how and when a restaurant's service staff is best able to help with wine pairing…

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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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Open Minds, Open Wine 30:45

4M ago30:45

30:45

I hope you like a French accent. Antoine is our French guest on the podcast and a memorable one. Listen to us discuss the most important characteristic for enjoying and appreciating wine: an open-mind. Antoine and David talk about the need to test and remove rules and declarations about food and wine preferences. They prevent you from experiencing …

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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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Wine's Impact & Sensations 17:36

4M ago17:36

17:36

Hear a fascinating explanation of how to describe a wine's impact and the sensations we feel when enjoying it. This episode is a wonderful mix of French and English that's easy to follow. It's so interesting to hear how French people develop their passion for wine since its so closely linked to their national identity. My conversation with William …

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#77 - Growing Hellebores as Cut Flowers 26:27

4M ago26:27

26:27

Looking for an early-blooming, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in the shade? Wondering if hellebores can be used as cut flowers and, if so, when to harvest to prevent wilting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips and tricks for growing and harvesting hellebores. They cover why you should consider growing hellebores as cut flowers, variety reco…

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Travel Is Vocabulary 25:14

4M ago25:14

25:14

The one-word for this podcast is 'Excellent'! Lucasz and David talk about the moment in Lucasz's life where wine appreciation began. Lucasz also reveals the 3 ways one can deepen their passion for learning about wines - including the wine region he is most passionate about. Recorded from London, Lucasz also shares his top 2 restaurant recommendatio…

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#76 - Soil Blocking Mix FAQs 23:03

5M ago23:03

23:03

Wondering how soil blocking mix differs from regular seed starting mix? Confused about how wet your soil mixture should be or why you are having issues ejecting your blocks? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about soil blocking mix. They describe the key differences between blocking mix and other seed startin…

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#75 - Cool Flower Succession Planting in Very Early Spring & Beyond 28:57

5M ago28:57

28:57

Curious about planting cool-season hardy annuals beyond very early spring? Wondering which cool flowers you should consider succession planting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss cool flower succession planting in very early spring and beyond. They cover potential consequences of planting cool-season hardy annuals later in the season, what makes a cool…

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#74 - Soil Blocking FAQs 28:15

5M ago28:15

28:15

Looking for an efficient seed-starting method that allows you to maximize your indoor growing space? Wondering what soil blocking is and whether or not it is right for you? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about soil blocking. They give an overview of the soil blocking process and cover a myriad of common qu…

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#73 - 7 Common Causes of Cool Flower Plant Loss Over Winter 28:55

5M ago28:55

28:55

Are some of your overwintered cool flowers looking questionable? Wondering if the plants will make it through winter and if not, what may have gone wrong? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss seven common causes of cool flower plant loss over the winter months. From drainage to plant size and everything in between, listen to the podcast and learn how to i…

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#72 - Bupleurum Germination & Succession-Planting Tips 24:57

6M ago24:57

24:57

Looking for the perfect filler flower for your spring bouquets? Wondering how to start successions of bupleurum indoors during late winter and early spring to ensure a steady supply? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips for germinating and succession-planting bupleurum. They cover why bupleurum is such a useful filler, tips for germination success ou…

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#71 - Seed Organization Tips 12:38

6M ago12:38

12:38

Has the turn of the year inspired you to get organized? Wondering the best ways to categorize your seeds for easy access and efficiency? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some helpful tips and considerations to keep in mind when organizing your seeds. They cover identifying your seed organization goals, different ways to group your seeds, alphabetizing…

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#70 - Pantone Color of the Year 2024 & Celosia 'Jura Salmon' 13:50

6M ago13:50

13:50

Happy New Year, everyone! Interested in integrating the Pantone Color of the Year into your garden or floral arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the Pantone Color of the Year for 2024 ('Peach Fuzz') and a beautiful cockscomb flower that embodies this color story (Celosia 'Jura Salmon'). Listen to the podcast and find out why 'Jura Salmon' i…

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#69 - 2023 Wrap-up 22:14

6M ago22:14

22:14

Are you ready for a fresh start in 2024? Have you taken some time to reflect on changes you will be making going into the new year? Today, Lisa and Layne wrap up the year with a review of the top-selling seeds of 2023, new things they will be trying in 2024, some flowers they will not be growing, and resolutions for a new gardening season. Listen t…

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#68 - Row Cover Do's & Don'ts 29:57

6M ago29:57

29:57

Wondering how to install row cover that actually stays in place? Confused about when to put covers up or take them down? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some important row cover do's and don'ts when overwintering cool-season hardy annuals (a.k.a. cool flowers). They cover how to properly space your hoops and secure your row cover, fabric weight consi…

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#67 - Great Books for Gardeners & Farmers 24:55

7M ago24:55

24:55

Shopping for a gardener or farmer (or yourself) this holiday season? Wondering which books are worthy of adding to your collection? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of their top book recommendations for gardeners, flower farmers, and nature lovers. Listen to the podcast and get ready to expand your library with some of the girls' all-time favorit…

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Why Travel For Wine? 21:45

7M ago21:45

21:45

This one is for the French majors, I won't lie. Simon and I speak the entire time in French so viewing the captions on YouTube will help you understand our conversation. Simon, from the north of France, explains how the birth of his daughter launched his passion for wine from her birth year. Simon shares the importance of traveling to the vineyards…

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#66 - 3 Tips to Prevent Paperwhites from Flopping Plus a Note About Scent 17:32

7M ago17:32

17:32

Do you love brightening up your home during the cold winter months with the fresh, beautiful blooms of paperwhites? Wondering if there is any way to avoid the frustrating problem of foliage and flower stems that grow too tall and flop over? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three tips to help prevent your paperwhites (Narcissus tazetta) from flopping w…

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What's A Wine Wheel? 18:12

7M ago18:12

18:12

Jeff and I talk: Harvest notes from Champagne How to read a Wine Wheel! Wait, what's that? Do better than, "It's good" to describe your wine! Attack, mid-palette, finish described Plus the power of oak! It's our weekly Podcast where we talk to experts and individuals just like you to discuss the flavors and finishes of spirits, foods, and life alon…

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#65 - Understanding the Updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map 20:14

7M ago20:14

20:14

Did your hardiness zone change in the newly updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map? Wondering what this means for your plantings of cool flowers going forward? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the just released 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and implications for growers whose zone designations have changed. They cover noteworthy updates and nationw…

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No Nutrition Info On Alcohol Labels? 21:09

7M ago21:09

21:09

Jeff and I talk: What owner-grower means How we build the Avid Vines brand - who our stakeholders are It's a Miracle the wines get here - the supply change described Why wine tastes better at the vineyard Plus, why are there no nurtition labels on alcoholic beverages? It's our weekly Podcast where we talk to experts and individuals just like you to…

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#64 - Two More Flowers We Are Thankful For 17:30

7M ago17:30

17:30

In honor of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, Lisa and Layne continue with last year's theme and discuss two more flowers they are thankful for - foxgloves and snapdragons. Listen to the podcast and learn what these beautiful flowers have to offer. For those celebrating Thanksgiving today, we wish you a safe and happy holiday with family and f…

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What's In The Kitchen? 32:23

7M ago32:23

32:23

Our weekly Podcast where we talk to experts and individuals just like you to discuss the flavors and finishes of spirits, foods, and life along with the magnificent moments they bring. Jeff and I talk: What's in the kitchen tonight Cooking with color How to source ingredients It's all the food prep! Cooking with Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat in mind Plus t…

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#63 - Troubleshooting Premature Blooms on Fall-Planted Cool Flowers 20:17

8M ago20:17

20:17

Are you distressed to see buds forming on your fall-planted cool flowers before winter has even set in? Wondering what might have gone wrong and what you should do? Today, Lisa and Layne troubleshoot premature blooms on fall-planted cool flowers. They cover potential causes of premature bud formation and blooming, which cool flowers are more prone …

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Celebrate In The Shared Moments 16:20

8M ago16:20

16:20

Join us as we kick off our latest podcast called What's the Finish - our weekly Podcast where we talk to experts and individuals just like you to discuss the flavors and finishes of spirits, foods, and life along with the magnificent moments they bring. Join David Aferiat as he starts the journey of identifying the finishes life has to offer.…

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#62 - A Trip to England with Florist Ellen Frost 26:52

8M ago26:52

26:52

Are you a garden and flower lover who has always dreamed of traveling to England? Wondering which sights to see on a flower-filled journey across the pond? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by florist Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers to discuss Ellen's recent trip to England. Ellen describes her stops at Columbia Road Flower Market, Brothers Farm …

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#61 - Is It Too Late to Start Cool Flowers This Fall? 17:18

8M ago17:18

17:18

Running behind schedule on your fall cool flower plantings? Wondering if you still have time to plant, or if your window of opportunity has passed? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss whether or not it is too late to start or plant cool-season hardy annuals this fall. They cover how to determine whether it is too late based on your seed-starting method (…

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#60 - Fall Bed Preparation Checklist 23:48

8M ago23:48

23:48

Contemplating which tasks should be on your mind when preparing your flower beds in the fall? Wondering how bed preparation may differ depending on your plans for the space or the type of bed (conventional versus no-till)? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their checklist of key considerations to keep in mind when preparing your beds in the fall. They …

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