Are you a gardener, farmer, forager or herbalist
– or maybe you’re a little plant curious?
You’ve come to the right place!

Latest Episodes

All About ROSES

All About ROSES

Roses aren’t just meant to be admired—they’re meant to be harvested, brewed, crafted, and enjoyed. Let’s discover everything this iconic flower has to offer.

Popular Episodes

Let’s Chat w/ jim mcdonald, HerbCraft

During this action-packed interview, jim mcdonald gives a us a mini-tour of his herb cabinet, shares his go-to winter tea recipe, talks about his Lindera herb workshops, and even tells us about his very first herb experience!

Regionally Adapted Seeds w/ Dr. Matthew Kost, The Buffalo Seed Company

Grow your best garden with seeds adapted to your climate, your soil and your culture. Dr. Matthew Kost talks about the benefits of growing regionally adapted seeds; why  these seeds are so important, how to develop adapted seeds, creating and maintaining landraces, where to purchase quality seeds and so much more!

Garden for Wildlife w/ Shubber Ali

Discover the magic of native plants and bring your garden to life! Get your garden party started with Shubber Ali, founder of Garden for Wildlife! We’re talking with Shubber about growing native plants, how native plants support our ecosystem and what you can do to create a little wildlife sanctuary in your own backyard!

Seed Saving and Story Telling – Remembering Wisconsin’s Tomato Man

We’ve got tomatoes on our mind! Bevin shares a story of Thane Earle, famed Wisconsin seed saver most well known for introducing the world to the Amish Paste tomato!

The Herbalist’s Guide w/ Mary Colvin, Ancestral Herbology

Are you ready to build and use your own herbal apothecary? Herbalist, author and educator Mary Colvin joins us to talk about her new book, The Herbalist’s Guide; how to build and use your own apothecary. We also dig into herbal energetics, working with local herbs and so much more!

Planning Your Garden in Three Simple Steps

It’s time to start planning and planting the garden! This is one of the most exciting times of year – dreaming and scheming for our best garden yet!

Spring Equinox Special – Celebrating the Season of Renewal!

Spring has returned and we’re ready to celebrate!

Climate Change Gardening w/ Kim Stoddart

Gardening in a changing climate can be challenging. Learn how to adapt and overcome these challenges with author and garden educator Kim Stoddart. Kim talks about her new book The Climate Change Resilient Vegetables Garden and we cover important topics like building soil, resilient garden design, working with perennial plants and seed saving. Kim even shares some of her favorite variety recommendations for your gardens!

Bonus Ep: A Conversation w/ Andrew Bunting Vice President Pennsylvania Horticultural Society

Andrew Bunting, VP of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society talks about this year’s garden trends, the Philadelphia Flower Show and he plays a quick round of This or That!

Ten Plants You Need to Grow This Year

Whether you’re gardening in a large backyard, a small urban patio, or somewhere in between, these ten plants offer reliability, resilience, and reward. Join us as we explore these essential plants, share variety suggestions, and inspire your best growing season yet.

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