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Sean and Allison McManus
The DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden is a quick podcast to help you become a better gardener right now. No matter what level of gardener you are, we are here to help you build your garden care knowledge and skills fast! Subscribe, like, and leave us a review or comment so we know if we are helping you in your garden! Sean is part of the dynamic-duo of Spoken Garden, with his wife Allison McManus. Together they create garden content for beginner and advanced gardeners everywhere to help them become better gardeners. Learn more about them and their journey at spokengarden.com.
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Cultivar vs Variety, What is the Difference? - DIY Garden Minute Ep.155

Cultivar vs Variety, What is the Difference? - DIY Garden Minute Ep.155

Today, I want to tell you the difference between a plant cultivar and a plant variety.  Knowing the difference can help when writing or talking about a specific plant to other gardeners. It also tells a behind the scenes story of that plants origin. Listen to know the difference between a cultivar and variety.   Go to spokengarden.com/155 to learn more about the difference between plant cultivars and varieties, and make sure to check out our YouTube channel to watch our Quarantined Gardeners series.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab.  And subscribe to this podcast to not miss future episodes!    We'll see ya in the Garden!  
01:5827/07/2020
What the Heck is Deep Watering and Why You Should Care? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 154

What the Heck is Deep Watering and Why You Should Care? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 154

Today, I want to tell you what deep watering is and why it's important for you to know. Listen to learn what deep watering is, and when and how to apply it in your garden.  Go to spokengarden.com/154 for examples of deep watering schedules and see what watering tools we recommend you use to deep water your plants.  Find more topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Also watch our YouTube channel for mulching and plant care tips, and to see our Quarantined Gardener Video Series. We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5420/07/2020
3 Ways to Create a Happy Flower Container That Lasts All Summer - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 153

3 Ways to Create a Happy Flower Container That Lasts All Summer - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 153

Today, I want to tell you how to create a happy flower container that will last all summer.  Containers full of flowering plants can liven up your garden and outdoor spaces, but how do you keep them healthy and happy during the summer months? It all starts with planning. Listen to learn more to keep your container plants happy.   Go to spokengarden.com/153 for more and learn which plants pair well with each other in containers.  Find more topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe so you don't miss future episodes! Also watch our YouTube channel for mulching and plant care tips, and to see our Quarantined Gardener Video Series. We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:1813/07/2020
5 Great Reasons Why Staking Your Flowers is Important

5 Great Reasons Why Staking Your Flowers is Important

Today, I want to tell you our 5 great reasons why you should stake your flower and plants.  It's that time of year where our plants are growing up and those flower stems are getting really top-heavy with bright and large flowers. But those flowers can start to droop or even fall completely over.  Listen to hear our 5 great reasons to stake your plants. Also, go to spokengarden.com/152 to find out more and for a list of plants that will need staking during the summer and into the fall. Also check out our YouTube channel for mulching videos, plant care tips, and to see our Quarantined Gardener Video Series.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:3406/07/2020
3 Great Reasons Why You Need to Deadhead Your Perennials This Summer - DIY GM Ep.151

3 Great Reasons Why You Need to Deadhead Your Perennials This Summer - DIY GM Ep.151

Today, I want to tell you our 3 great reasons why you need to deadhead your perennials this summer.  We enjoy flowers and their color sooo much, but you might ask yourself this summer, "should I clean the dead flowers off my plants and from the ground, OR should  I just leave them, like when these plants are in their natural setting, in nature? Here are our 3 great reasons why you should deadhead your perennial plants this summer. Listen to hear our 3 reasons to deadhead your perennials and why it makes sense. Go to this episodes webpage at spokengarden.com/151 to find out more and for links to plant you can deadhead easily.  Also check out our YouTube channel for mulching videos, plant care tips, and to see our Quarantined Gardener Video Series.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0029/06/2020
Who's Eating Your Flowers? 5 Common Flower Pests to Watch For This Summer - DIY GM 150

Who's Eating Your Flowers? 5 Common Flower Pests to Watch For This Summer - DIY GM 150

Today, I want to tell you what 5 common flower pests to watch for this summer.  You have planted your flowers this spring and for the coming summer months to enjoy, but now their leaves, stems, and even flowers are being eaten and you don't know what has caused this damage. Here are 5 common plant and flower pests to watch for this summer and the damage they can cause. We use a product called Sluggo that controlls these pests so our plants are healthy and not completely eaten down to the ground.  Go to spokengarden.com/150 for examples of flower damage and their pests. Also, get more information on how to control each of these pests.   You can find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe to this podcast to not miss future quick one-minute episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:1622/06/2020
Summer 2020 Update and Things to Come - Ep.55

Summer 2020 Update and Things to Come - Ep.55

On today's episode we tell you about where we have been and what we have been up to. You'll hear about our YouTube channel, our new start page, a brand new product we are working on bringing to market, and more. Go to spokengarden.com/55 to find our more and find links to everything we talked about. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere and Scott Holmes.
09:4119/06/2020
Do You Know When to Use Soil Amendments or Fertilizers in Your Garden? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 149

Do You Know When to Use Soil Amendments or Fertilizers in Your Garden? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 149

Today, I want to tell you what the difference is between using soil amendments and fertilizers in your garden.  We all want to improve our plants health by using soil amendments and fertilizers, but sometimes it can be confusing to know the difference is between the two because they are two different things. Listen to this episode the hear the difference and know how to use each.  Go to spokengarden.com/149 for examples of each and how to use them. If you aren't sure where to start learning about garden care, go to our Start Here page.  Also check out our YouTube channel for mulching videos, plant care tips, and to see our Quarantined Gardener Video Series.  Find other topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:3915/06/2020
Local Quick and Easy Free Mulch Sources You Can Use Today - DIY Garden Minute Ep.148

Local Quick and Easy Free Mulch Sources You Can Use Today - DIY Garden Minute Ep.148

Today, I want to tell you about local quick and easy free mulch sources you can use.  Mulch does so much for our gardens and plants. It retains moisture for plants to take up. It insulates plant roots, decreases erosion and soil compaction, suppresses weeds, and sooo much more. Listen to today episode to hear three free local sources to get mulch. Go to spokengarden.com/148 to find out more about each free local mulch option and links. If you aren't sure where to start learning about garden care, go to our start here page.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5608/06/2020
5 Garden Edging Ideas You Can Try Right Now - DIY Garden Minute Ep.147

5 Garden Edging Ideas You Can Try Right Now - DIY Garden Minute Ep.147

Today, I want to give you 5 easy ways to edge around your garden. Edging around your garden keeps your mulch in place, shows clear lines between garden beds, walkways, and grass areas, and can ease your gardens care.  Listen to hear our 5 easy ideas to edge around your garden. Go to this episodes webpage at spokengarden.com/147 to find out more about each one of these edging ideas and for links to examples.  Also check out our YouTube channel for mulching videos, plant care tips, and to see our Quarantined Gardener Video Series.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab at the top of the page.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0001/06/2020
6 Common Watering Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them - Ep.54

6 Common Watering Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them - Ep.54

Today we are talking about common watering mistakes gardeners make when they're establishing new plants. Both Allison and I have made some of these over the years. Whether you are a beginning gardener or if you have been gardening for a couple of years you have probably made one of these mistakes, too. Go to spokengarden.com/54 to download Dramm Corporations' Watering Tips freebie and to see examples of what to look for each of these watering mistakes. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere.
25:3628/05/2020
What is a Watering Wand and Why Should You Use One? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 146

What is a Watering Wand and Why Should You Use One? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 146

Today, I want to tell you what a watering wand or rain wand is and how it can deliver water to plants in a gentle pattern to those hard to reach plants and more. Go to spokengarden.com/146 to find out more AND to download Dramms' Rain-Wand watering tips sheet.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes!  We'll see ya in the Garden!
01:1725/05/2020
Is It a Weed or a Plant? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself - DIY Garden Minute Ep.145

Is It a Weed or a Plant? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself - DIY Garden Minute Ep.145

Today, I want to tell you how to know the difference between a weed or a plant. It's a really common question we get; "Is this plant a weed that's in my garden?" First we should say what a weed is. Then ask yourself these three questions. Listen to this episode to find our more. Go to spokengarden.com/145 to learn more about weeds, find resources you can use right now, and contact your local or federal noxious weed group.  USDA Noxious Weed boards by state Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes!    We'll see ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5318/05/2020
At Home Beauty with Janice Cox - An Interview - Ep. 53

At Home Beauty with Janice Cox - An Interview - Ep. 53

We talk to Janice Cox. She is a writer, author, and home-beauty-expert. Janice sat down with us this past February before the pandemic really hit to tell us all about "At Home Beauty" with plants and regular household supplies/food, how she became a natural beauty expert, and her new "Beautiful Luffa" book that was released this past April. Listen to this episode to learn about how you can start thinking of making your own at-home beauty products and jump aboard the Luffa-craze. Visit spokengarden.com/53 to learn more and links to Janice's website, books, and more. Find us on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest We'll see ya in the garden. All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere.
37:5414/05/2020
How to Prep and Plant Your Summer Blooming Bulbs Now - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 144

How to Prep and Plant Your Summer Blooming Bulbs Now - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 144

Summer flowering bulbs need to be planted now in the ground or in containers now. Hear how to prep and then plant your bulbs on this episode. Go to this episodes webpage at spokengarden.com/144 to learn more and get specific popular bulb planting info examples you could use right now.    Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes!    We'll see ya in the Garden!  
01:5111/05/2020
Stop Stress About Planting Mistakes - Use These Proper Planting Techniques (and Hacks) Ep.52

Stop Stress About Planting Mistakes - Use These Proper Planting Techniques (and Hacks) Ep.52

Lower your stress levels about whether you planted your seeds, seedlings, bulbs, and plants by listening to this episode to hear about how we successfully do our spring plantings and how you can, too. Go to spokengarden.com/52 to download the Spring Planting freebie sheet with our hacks on how to make planting this spring sooo much easier for you. Also, to check out the soil and hand trowel that we mention in this episode. Corona Hand Trowel - Basic Corona Hand Trowel - with teeth Espoma Seed Starter Espoma Vermiculite Espoma Bio-Tone Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere.  
20:5807/05/2020
What is the Difference Between Annuals and Perennials? DIY GM Ep.143

What is the Difference Between Annuals and Perennials? DIY GM Ep.143

A question we see from new gardeners a lot is what is the difference between annual plants and perennial plants? It can be confusing if you don't know, so listen to find out. Go to spokengarden.com/143 for more info and to find examples of annuals and perennials for your garden.  Find other quick-tip garden topics at spokengarden.com and click the Listen Tab.  Show us your support and go to our Patreon account to donate so we can keep bringing you super unique content.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future quick one-minute episodes!    We'll see ya in the Garden!  
01:4704/05/2020
How to Get Your Garden Beds Ready for Planting This Spring - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 142

How to Get Your Garden Beds Ready for Planting This Spring - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 142

Today I want to tell you how to get your garden beds ready for planting this spring.      Go to this episodes webpage at spokengarden.com/142 to get more info on tools to use, what to add to your soil to help it drain better, hold more nutrients and water, and more. Also, go to spokengarden.com/141 to learn more on how to make garden containers out of household items while under quarantine. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite smart spreaker. See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:4827/04/2020
How To Create New Plants From Your Existing Garden Plants - Ep. 51

How To Create New Plants From Your Existing Garden Plants - Ep. 51

Today we will be going over how to create new plants from the ones you already have in your garden. Super Fun! Yay! Since we are supposed to be self-quarantining and social distancing, what better way to stay healthy AND get new plants for your garden this spring than to create them yourself from your own plants. You'll hear 5 different regularly recognized ways to make new plants you can propagate yourself from your own yard.   Go to spokengarden.com/51 for ideas, info, links, and more! Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere.
33:4624/04/2020
Homemade Garden Containers While You Shelter-in-Place - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 141

Homemade Garden Containers While You Shelter-in-Place - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 141

Today, how to make garden containers from household items while you shelter-in-place.  We all need to stay home right now to keep ourselves and our loved ones healthy and safe while we ride out this pandemic. One way to do this is by container gardening. Well, you can still create those flower containers from different household items you already have. They just need to meet some specific criteria to be used as flower containers. Listen to hear how. Visit spokengarden.com/141 to learn more and for more resources. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:4020/04/2020
New Ways to Garden While Under Quarantine - Ep. 50

New Ways to Garden While Under Quarantine - Ep. 50

Allison and I talk about planning, prepping, planting, and then starting to establish new plants in your garden this spring, even under quarantine. Even if your garden goals have changed with the global pandemic of the Coronavirus and you want to grow more vegetables than flowers, listen to this episode to still plan, prep, plant this spring, and stay positive being outside.  Go to spokengarden.com/50 for more ideas, info, links, and more! Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
30:3216/04/2020
8 Quick Spring Planting Steps - DIY Garden Minute Ep.140

8 Quick Spring Planting Steps - DIY Garden Minute Ep.140

Today I want to tell you 8 quick spring planting steps. Even under quarantined or sheltering-in-place, you want to garden and we are right there with you. You're ready to place that new plants in the ground, in raised beds, or container. Listen to here are 8 quick spring planting steps  Want to know more about planting your new plants? Go to this episodes webpage at spokengarden.com/140 to find resources and see planting videos, along with tools you will need and other links to find your plants' cold hardiness. Amazon Best Sellers Garden Hand Tools Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0013/04/2020
What is Plant Propagation? DIY Garden Minute Ep.139

What is Plant Propagation? DIY Garden Minute Ep.139

Today I want to tell you what plant propagation is.  This is a horticultural and landscape industry term for growing plants, usually thought of in mass production, but also growing single or small groupings of plants at your home. Listen to learn more and think about how you can propagate your own plants at home. Go to spokengarden.com/139 to learn more about the 5 ways to propagate plants for your own home. Kits and References to get started: - Seeds and Seed Starting(Veggies and Flowers) - Cutting Starter Kit (in Water) - Home Propagation Book - More on Grafting, Layering, and Tissue Culture   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0006/04/2020
Spring Mulching Reminders - DIY GM Ep.138

Spring Mulching Reminders - DIY GM Ep.138

Mulching anytime of year is very important for so many reasons, but in the Spring it's important because this is a great time to replenish your garden soil with nutrients, to keep improving your soils structure, and to keep any weed seeds from germinating.  Listen to hear Allison and my spring mulching reminders for you! Go to spokengarden.com/138 for more info, episode player, links, and a whole lot more. Find other one-minute topics on our podcast page. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0130/03/2020
Container Irrigation Made Easy: An Interview with Daisy Rain Garden System - NWF&G Festival Bonus 2

Container Irrigation Made Easy: An Interview with Daisy Rain Garden System - NWF&G Festival Bonus 2

We're excited for you to hear our interview with Jeff and Laurie Gordon, from Daisy Rain Garden System! They invented and are offering their unique container watering system to home owners who want a set-it and forget-it watering system that is out of sight and simplifies container watering all spring and summer. Let them tell you their story and hear all about their fun watering system. You don't want to miss this! daisyraingardensystem.com [email protected] Go to spokengarden.com/48 for links, show notes, and more. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere.
20:4329/03/2020
Taking a Garden Inventory for Planning and Planting Ep. 46

Taking a Garden Inventory for Planning and Planting Ep. 46

What if we told you that whatever plants you want to buy at the store to bring home could work for whatever you wanted them for, IF YOU PLAN and get organized BEFORE you go to the store to buy any plants?  Well, today we go over simple ways to help you design your next garden project and also tell you about the importance of knowing what you already have in your garden.  Oh and stick around for the end where we tell you about a great way to organize and store your seeds, along with a great simple soil test kit. For more info, go to spokengarden.com/46 Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere.
31:4027/03/2020
Anemone Care: A Mini Plant Profile - DIY GM Ep. 137

Anemone Care: A Mini Plant Profile - DIY GM Ep. 137

Anemone are beautiful early spring to early summer flowering plant that can help you welcome the spring season! There are amazingly bright colors to choose from and here is quick information to help you care best for your Anemone starting this spring.  Go to spokengarden.com/137 for more info, episode player, links, and a whole lot more. Find other one-minute topics on our podcast page. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0023/03/2020
How to Choose Plants for Your Garden This Spring - Ep. 49

How to Choose Plants for Your Garden This Spring - Ep. 49

We go over three areas of need to help you start finding and adding plants to your garden this spring. They are Garden Needs, Plant Needs, and Your Needs (your likes and dislikes for color, texture, and more) and give you examples from our garden that fit most gardeners situations to help you move forward in your garden planning this spring. Listen to hear more.   Go to spokengarden.com/49 for your 3-Part Planning Sheet, links, a more! Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
37:2322/03/2020
Two Simple Ways to Test Your Garden Soil Texture - DIY GM Ep. 136

Two Simple Ways to Test Your Garden Soil Texture - DIY GM Ep. 136

It's really important to know your garden's soil texture because certain plants grow and thrive better in different kinds of soil. Today I want to give you two easy ways to test your garden soil texture.  Listen to hear how to test your garden soil texture. Go to spokengarden.com/136 for more info, episode player, links, and a whole lot more. Find other one-minute topics on our podcast page. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5916/03/2020
Ruggedly Feminine: An Interview with Garden Like a Girl - NWF&G Festival Bonus 1

Ruggedly Feminine: An Interview with Garden Like a Girl - NWF&G Festival Bonus 1

We're excited you are here today with us to hear our interview with Tom Garlock, President and Co-Founder, from Garden Like a Girl! He and His wife Mary are redesigning and reshaping womens gloves so they are more comfortable, fit better, and are rugged to use in your garden no matter what you do. They are a small company with huge dreams to rethink womens gloves one pair at a time. You don't want to miss this! Join us to hear our our conversation with Tom from Garden Like a Girl gloves and more!   www.gardenlikeagirl.com [email protected]  Go to spokengarden.com/48 for links, show notes, and more. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
12:2810/03/2020
What is Cold Hardiness? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 135

What is Cold Hardiness? - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 135

Cold Hardiness might make you think of winter, low temperatures, ice, snow, plant damage, or general plant health, amongst other things. But what does it actually mean?  Listen to find out! Good plant reference books to find specific plant hardiness: the American Horticultural Society or Royal Horticultural Society.  Live outside the US? Go to episode 134's webpage . If you have any questions about this episode or would like to reach out to say hi, email us at [email protected] .  Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5509/03/2020
New Products & Fresh Ideas - Inspo from the NWF&G Festival - Ep. 48

New Products & Fresh Ideas - Inspo from the NWF&G Festival - Ep. 48

This is going to be a fun and exciting episode for you where you get to meet innovative and fun people from three different organizations that can really help you in your garden this year and for years to come. Are you ready?  Listen to hear more. Go to spokengarden.com/48 for links and show notes. Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
21:4206/03/2020
Right Plant, Right Place Explained - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 134

Right Plant, Right Place Explained - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 134

This phrase has been around for many years and it is describing how you should plan and actually add plants to your garden based on its and your needs. Listen to hear how you can apply it to your garden. Links and more info is available on this episodes webpage at spokengarden.com/134 . Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5302/03/2020
Personalize Your Watering Needs: An Interview with Jessica Reinhardt from DRAMM Corporation - Ep. 47

Personalize Your Watering Needs: An Interview with Jessica Reinhardt from DRAMM Corporation - Ep. 47

On this episode, I talk with Jessica Reinhardt from DRAMM Corporation about her role at DRAMM, the super fun and useful watering tools they offer, and much more.  AND, listen to hear all about Allison and my's three favorite DRAMM tools. So let's talk with Jessica! Episodes webpage  Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
34:0427/02/2020
Crocus Care: A Mini Plant Profile - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 133

Crocus Care: A Mini Plant Profile - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 133

Crocus are a great late winter-early spring flowering plant to help welcome the spring season! They are very easy to care for. Listen to hear helpful information to best care for your Crocus (Croci for plural) this late winter and early spring.  Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:5624/02/2020
6 Ways to Attract More Pollinators This Spring - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 132

6 Ways to Attract More Pollinators This Spring - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 132

If you're like Allison and me, you like seeing pollinators in your garden year round and seeing them in the spring is super exciting!  Listen to hear 6 different ways to attract more pollinators to your garden this spring! Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:2817/02/2020
3 Ways to Make Your Garden More Sustainable - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 131

3 Ways to Make Your Garden More Sustainable - DIY Garden Minute Ep. 131

Sustainability is on everyone's mind these days and here are 3 ideas on how you can make your garden more sustainable this year.  Listen to hear our three ideas to make your garden more sustainable! Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:1710/02/2020
How to Take a Garden Inventory - DIY GM Ep.130

How to Take a Garden Inventory - DIY GM Ep.130

  Whether you are new to gardening or have been gardening for a while, you should take inventory of your garden to know what you have. Your inventory can be fancy or very simple. Listen to learn the three main points to make your own garden inventory and find out how to get guided help to make your garden inventory. You can also join our Free Power-Up Garden Care Challenge. Go to our homepage to find out more and sign up, at spokengarden.com . See you there! Podcast webpage. Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa! See ya in the Garden! All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:3903/02/2020
How a Rhododendron Farm Led to a Career (and Love) of Plants - An Interview with Sean - Episode 45

How a Rhododendron Farm Led to a Career (and Love) of Plants - An Interview with Sean - Episode 45

Did your love of plants begin at an early age, or is it more of a recent thing? Sean's love of gardening and plants started a long time ago. Listen to learn how his family's Rhododendron farm let to a lifelong passion to teach others about plant care. SpokenGarden.com Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest   See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by Lee Rosevere and Scott Holmes.
21:4330/01/2020
Winter Jasmine Companion Plants - DIY GM Ep. 129

Winter Jasmine Companion Plants - DIY GM Ep. 129

Today I want to tell you about winter Jasmine companion plants.  Winter Jasmine is a beautiful and fragrant plant that can liven up your garden this cold and dreary time of year, blooming to welcome the end of winter and the beginning of spring. With those colorful yellow flowers, mounding or low growing form, and unique leaves, it's a wonder why more gardeners and home owners don't include this wonderful plant in their outdoor oasis.  Listen to hear about great companion plants that you can add to it's splendor. Podcast webpage. Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:4127/01/2020
PowerUp Your Garden Care in 2020! - Ep. 44

PowerUp Your Garden Care in 2020! - Ep. 44

Today Allison and I want to first say Happy New Year to you!      And, if you want to start a new garden but aren't sure where to start, listen to this episode to go over all the steps you need to take to start your new garden.  On this episode, we are going to tell you about our Power-Up Garden Care Challenge to help you with  getting you organized,  guiding your through your garden's design and building, and  setting up simple garden care.  Are you ready to Power-up Your Garden Care? We'll be coming along with you on your journey to better plant care. You can finally move forward on your garden dream. Find other episodes at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest   See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
25:1423/01/2020
Top 5 Garden Trends for 2020 - DIY GM Ep. 128

Top 5 Garden Trends for 2020 - DIY GM Ep. 128

Today I want to tell you about the top 5 garden trends for 2020.  Each year there are new trends and the start of another is a great time to hear about upcoming trends, especially for gardening. Here are the top 5 garden trends for 2020, compiled from Garden Design, the National Association of Landscape Professionals, and from Garden Media Group.  Listen to hear about the top 5 garden trends for this new year! Podcast webpage.   Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0020/01/2020
Top 5 Garden Tech Trends for Sustainability in 2020 - DIY GM Ep. 127

Top 5 Garden Tech Trends for Sustainability in 2020 - DIY GM Ep. 127

Today I want to tell you about our top 5 garden tech trends for you for sustainability in 2020. It is already 2020 and you might be asking yourself "what are this year's garden technology trends I should be looking for?". We have put a list together for you based on what technology is available to make your garden more sustainable and leave less of a carbon footprint or be more environmentally sensible in the new year. Listen to learn how to care in a more sustainable way for your garden. Podcast episode webpage  Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0013/01/2020
Garden Goals: 3 Ideas for the New Year - DIY GM Ep. 126

Garden Goals: 3 Ideas for the New Year - DIY GM Ep. 126

Today I want to tell you about ideas for setting your garden goals for the new year!   If you are like Allison and me, you have goals for this new year in 2020 and you want to set some goals also for your garden.  If you are looking for goal ideas for your garden, here are a few to think about. Listen to hear more about these three great garden goals for your new year. Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:3306/01/2020
Christmas Rose Companion Plants - DIY GM Ep. 125

Christmas Rose Companion Plants - DIY GM Ep. 125

Today's topic is Christmas Rose companion plants.   Christmas Rose Hellebore is one winter blooming plant that you can count on to bring color and texture to your garden during this cold and drab time of year. If you want to add some other plants around it, what plants should you plant? Listen to learn great companion plants that you can place around any Christmas Rose Hellebore. Podcast webpage Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
01:3730/12/2019
Your Last Minute Gift Ideas for Under $10 - DIY GM Ep. 124

Your Last Minute Gift Ideas for Under $10 - DIY GM Ep. 124

Today's topic is last minute gift ideas for under $10.  If you are scrambling and getting worried you haven't bought anything yet for those last few people on your list this holiday season, you can now stop worrying. They are: Corona Long Straight Snips, Stainless Steel InSassy Garden Kneeling Pad DRAMM RainSelect Spray Wand Replacement head  Listen to learn more... Podcast webpage Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0023/12/2019
Beginning Gardener's Education Package for the Smart Sustainable Gardener - DIY GM Ep. 123

Beginning Gardener's Education Package for the Smart Sustainable Gardener - DIY GM Ep. 123

Today's topic is your own beginning gardener's education package for smart sustainable garden maintenance.  Just for you, we have put together a bundled package of our three eBooks and our audio course-Smart Pruning Basics to get you started in your garden maintenance.   Podcast webpage. Listen to learn more... Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast   Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. All music rights reserved for The Lookers.
01:4916/12/2019
Interview with Chris Sabbarese from Corona Tools and Free Hand Pruner Giveaway - Ep. 43

Interview with Chris Sabbarese from Corona Tools and Free Hand Pruner Giveaway - Ep. 43

On this episode, I talk with Chris Sabbarese from Corona Tools about gardening, tools, his podcast and much more.  AND, hear all about our hand pruning shears GIVEAWAY on Instagram, From 12/14 to 12/23. Listen to hear more.  So let's talk with Chris!  Podcast webpage  Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden.
24:3014/12/2019
Poinsettia Care: A Mini Plant Profile - DIY GM Ep. 122

Poinsettia Care: A Mini Plant Profile - DIY GM Ep. 122

Today's topic is Poinsettia care, a mini plant profile.  Poinsettia's not only symbolize Christmas and the holidays, they also are great house plants if properly cared for and can come back year after year. Your happy and healthy Poinsettia's will thank you for listening to this short plant care podcast.  Listen to learn more... Podcast episode webpage  Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. Music by The Lookers.
02:0009/12/2019
5 Smart Garden Gifts - DIY GM Ep. 121

5 Smart Garden Gifts - DIY GM Ep. 121

Today's topic are the Top 5 Smart Garden Gifts for the Beginning Gardener.    For that beginning gardener you know (maybe it's you or your roommate or neighbor). Whoever it is, they need to know about these 5 products to garden smarter.  Self-Watering Containers Dramm watering wand Tumbling Composter  Container Gardening Complete: Creative Projects for Growing Vegetables and Flowers in Small Spaces –  Written by Jessica Walliser.  True Leaf Market Gift Certificates   Links for each garden gifts will be at spokengarden.com/smart-garden-gifts.    Download for free the Smart Pruning Basics audio file. Use the password: "freespb" You can go to the bonus page at spokengarden.com/43 and be one of the first 30 people to download it for free. Podcast episode webpage  Connect with us on Instagram or Pinterest And, find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!    See ya in the Garden!   All rights reserved for Spoken Garden. All music rights reserved for The Lookers
02:0102/12/2019