Today's topic is the Do's and Don'ts of using leaves as mulch.  Leaves from trees and shrubs help plants breath and convert light energy to into metabolic energy, but what other benefits do they have after they have fallen off plants? Listen to here are some do's and don'ts of using leaves in your garden! 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!  

On this episode, Allison and I are ready to take Spoken Garden and YOU in a new direction. Get ready to hear and learn more about my new co-host and wife, Allison, and the new direction we are heading! It's going to be exciting and a new chapter in the journey of the Spoken Garden Podcast. Also, join our exclusive book club, by going to spokengarden.com/bookclub.   Launching January 2020  Show notes will be available on that episodes podcast page and you can find other episodes at www.spokengarden.com/podcast .  If you liked our show, please favorite, like, share, or subscribe.  If you have questions, suggestions, or comments email us at [email protected] .  You can also hear us on our other podcast, "The DIY Garden Minute" for Garden Tips and Tricks in One Minute!   See ya in the garden!  

On this episode, I list why you want to use mulch around your garden and great mulch alternatives of traditional Beauty Bark to use.  Listen to find out more! 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!  

Learn the 3 most important benefits of pruning your plants, part of our Smart Pruning Basics free email course!   The importance of pruning your plants can't be understated. Listen to learn more! Go to spokengarden.com/pruning-basics-email-course to sign up today our Smart Pruning Basics 7-day free email course, and start pruning smarter! An audio version is available to listen anytime and anywhere, for $1.99.  Don't miss out! Go to spokengarden.com/pruning-basics-email-course to sign up today   Find other one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast On Instagram or Pinterest.   Find us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa.    

Today's topic is new ways to care for your herbaceous perennial plants in the fall and winter.  What if I told you you didn't need to clean up or cut back your herbaceous perennial plants stems, leaves, or flowers from this past Summer? That's exactly what many gardeners these days are doing and here's why ... What ways do you care for your herbaceous perennial plants in the fall and winter? Email us and let us know. On Instagram or Pinterest under @SpokenGarden (all one word) to follow or leave us a comment.   Look for us on your favorite podcast platform and Alexa!   Find more one-minute topics at spokengarden.com/podcast.  

Today's topic is fall mulching do's and don'ts.    Fall, like most other times of year, is a great time to spread mulch around your garden and yard!  Listen to learn what to do and not to do when mulching. 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!   All audio rights reserved for Spoken Garden LLC. All music rights reserved for The Lookers.

  Today's topic is Dianthus Care– A Mini Plant Profile.   Dianthus is a versatile and long flowering plant in most gardens! It garden care is minimal gives a splash of color wherever you place it in your garden. Here are some care tips for Dianthus.  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!

  Today's topic is Chrysanthemum Care– A Mini Plant Profile.   Chrysanthemums or Mums are a beautiful  garden plant, especially in the fall! It is very easy to care for and can give your garden lots of fast pops of color and vibrancy.  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!  

On today's episode, you are going to learn about drought tolerant plants and how they can be incorporated into your landscape to be more sustainable, and much, much more! Allison and I interviewed Janda from EnviroHouse in late Summer earlier this year where we talked about drought tolerant plants along with examples of different materials, uses, approaches so your overall home footprint on your local environment is very low compared to normal homes.      See ya in the garden! 

  Today's topic surprisingly easy bulb planting tools!   Fall is the best time to plant spring flowering bulbs, such as Daffodil's, Tulips, Allium, and many more, but what what tools should you use to plant these in your yard and garden?  Don't worry, we have you covered! Our bulb planting tool list:   TABOR Tools 3-Piece Bulb Planting Set  Bulb and Bedding Plant Auger by Power Planter 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!  

  Today's topic are quick tips for adding flowering bulbs to your garden!    Flowering bulbs, like Dafoddils, Tulips, Calla Lilies, Allium, and many others, add colors, textures, and warmth to your garden, but what are some quick tips for using flowering bulbs in your garden?  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!  

On to today's topic, 3 common bulb planting misconceptions.  Many people plant bulbs in their garden every year and they bring such beauty and warmth to our yards. With fall bulb planting season upon us, here are 3 popular bulb planting misconceptions to look out for. 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!  

On to today's topic, what are different uses for bulbs?  Bulbs can add so much color and texture to your garden, but did you know they have other uses too? Maybe you already have heard or used them these other ways, but here are different uses for bulbs other than looking pretty in your yard. 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!  

On today's episode, we continue to talk about drought tolerance as it relates to making your yard and landscape more water efficient. With our six ideas today, you will hear how simple these can be to implement and change in your garden, along with each's benefits. Listen to Episode 37 for what drought-tolerance is and Episode 38 for specific examples of drought-tolerant plants, where to plant them according to their cold hardiness zones, and our 4-step method to choosing and grouping different plants together to start designing a drought-tolerant landscape for your yard.     See ya in the garden!

On to today's topic, what are the different types of Iris?    Iris is made up of over 200 different species that all vary in their flower color, shape, and garden needs. But do you know the different types of bulbs you can plant in your garden?   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!  

On this episode, hear where the heck Allison and I have been for the last couple of weeks. Also, here how we are ready to take Spoken Garden and you in a new direction where we cover a whole lot more than just general garden and yard maintenance tasks with the why behind it.  See ya in the garden!

  On to today's topic, which is Micro-Clover, what it it and why should you use it?    But first, we have published our first three eBooks and you can find out more about them at spokengarden.com/shop/ .  Micro-clover is a type of white clover that is being used as a lawn alternative. 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!  

  Today's topic - how to plant your Iris bulbs.  But first, we published our first three eBooks and you can find out more about them at spokengarden.com/shop/ .  Irises are arguably one of the most beautiful spring flowering plants. If you are thinking adding them to your garden, then you should think about getting them planted anytime between July and September, as night-time temps are at or above 40-50 degrees F. But how should you plant them? 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!  

On to today's topic, which is lawn alternatives for your drought-tolerant landscape.    But first, we have published our first three eBooks and you can find out more about them at spokengarden.com/shop/ .  With hotter, drier summers and other seasons becoming more normal, you need to think about alternatives to lawn. Listen to hear alternatives to convert your lawn into something more drought-tolerant, sustainable, and easier to maintain! 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!

On today's episode, we are going to continue to talk about tolerance plants, what general garden plants are drought tolerant, and how you can start to create your own drought tolerant landscape. I covered what drought-tolerance is in the previous episode, Episode 37. Today's episode is going to open the doors of your mind to a new way to logically and methodically create your own garden by a 4-step system. By the end of this episode, you will literally be able to create your own drought tolerant area or whole garden! It's sooo exciting for me to be able to share this with you because if you follow this 4-step system, you can't go wrong! Seriously!       See ya in the garden!

On today's episode, you are going to learn what drought tolerant plants are, and how to use them for their benefits in your landscape. It's August and it's dry and hot outside. W5hat plants can tolerate drought conditions and still live or even thrive? Keep listening to find out!      We are here to help you feel less overwhelmed and make your garden maintenance easy to understand.   I'll talk more about and give you a longer list of drought-tolerant plants in podcast episode 38.       See ya in the garden!  

  On to today's topic, which is drought-tolerance versus drought-resistance.  With all the changes we are seeing in our local and global climate, you might be wondering how to use less water in your garden and landscape. First, what is the difference between Drought-Tolerant and Drought-Resistant plants, you might ask?  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!  

Today's topic is Drought-Tolerance Defined.   We are seeing changes to our climate and water is becoming a more precious resource every year. With this, you might be thinking of how to incorporate more drought-tolerant plants into your garden and landscape. But first, you are probably asking what is drought-tolerance as it relates to plants?  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!    

  Today's topic is Lavender Care– A Mini Plant Profile.   Lavender is a both a great garden plant and wonderful, aromatic herb! It comes in three distinct types; English, French, and Spanish. It is very easy to care. Listen to learn how best to care for your Lavender plants. 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!

Today's topic is Shasta Daisy Care– A Mini Plant Profile.   The Shasta Daisy is another great summer blooming plant. With super-easy maintenance, bright-white petals and yellow-centered flowers, and their deep-green leaves, this plant can cheer up any person and transform a garden from ok to spectacular!   Listen to learn how to properly care for your Shasta Daisy's. 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!

  Today's topic is SIPI – the See It, Pull It weeding strategy we specially made just for you! Side note; we came up with this acronym when we were writing our eBook this early spring, Four-Season Gardening. SIPI stands for "See It, Pull It". Listen to learn more and see you in the garden! 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!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"  @ spokengarden.com/podcast.   We release our first eBook, Four-Season Gardening and you can find out more at spokengarden.com/four-season-gardening/     Today's topic is summer garden planning!   You are planning for summer vacations and getaways and thinking of other things besides your garden and yard. BUT, you should be thinking of your garden and yard because You don't want to let it go by not weeding, watering, and other tasks.  So, you need a plan of action over this summer so you don't lose all your hard work.  Listen to learn more and see ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"       Our first eBook, Four-Season Gardening, will be released on July 5th and find out more about it at spokengarden.com/four-season-gardening/ .    Today's topic is the longest blooming perennials for your summer garden!   Your garden is made up of many different flowers and you want them all to flower for as long as possible, but which ones will flower the longest? We two plants and their flowers for the longest blooming perennials.  Listen to learn more!      See ya in the garden! 

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden! Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!      The release our first eBook, Four-Season Gardening, will be on July 5th and you can find out more about it at spokengarden.com/four-season-gardening/ .    Today's topic is Summer Flowering Perennials for Cut Flowers!   What summer flowering perennial plants could you bring inside to enjoy?  Well, we have two great summer flowering perennial plants you can grow and then harvest their flowers. Listen to learn more!      See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden! Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!  Today's topic is drought tolerant perennials that bloom all summer!   Most gardeners are always looking and keeping their ears open for plants that can take less water or have a tolerance for drought. But what perennial plants flowering during the summer fit this bill?  Well, we have two plants for you that are definitely drought tolerant and are vibrant, profuse summer bloomers!  They are ... listen to hear about these great plants!      See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden! Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!   Today's topic is Summer Blooming Perennials for Shade!   Almost all gardens have shady locations where you want to place flowering plants, but what perennial plants do well in shady garden locations that flower during the summer months?  Well, we have two perennial plants for you on this DIY Garden Minute episode!  They are ... listen to learn more!      See ya in the garden!  

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!  Today's topic is Full Sun Perennial Plants that will Bloom All Summer In Your Garden!   Your garden is made up of many different kinds of plants, from evergreen and deciduous trees and shrubs to bulbs, vines, and annual flowering plants. But what about those beautiful perennial plants that keep coming back each year with amazing numerous flowers that last all summer? What full sun perennial plants could you plant in your garden that would bloom all summer long?  Well, we have two long lasting blooming plants for you on this DIY Garden Minute episode!  Listen to learn more!      See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"         Today's topic is the Calla Lily Companion Plants.  Calla Lily's bring a tropical feel and grace to any garden. BUT what companion plants go well with Calla Lily's? Here is a list of Calla Lily companion plants for your garden....   Listen to learn more!        See ya in the garden! 

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden! Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!    Today's topic is Quick Father's Day Garden Gifts!   Father's Day is almost here and celebrating the men in our lives, and of course our father's, is super important, but have you thought about what to buy your dad for Father's Day yet? Here are 5 Quick Father's Day Garden Gifts. Listen to find out more!      See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"      Today's topic is the Crocosmia Companion Plants.    Crocosmia has wide-grass-bladed leaves sticking almost straight up and grows bright and brash orange, red, and yellow flowers that mix well with other similar colored flowering plants. BUT what companion plants go really well with Crocosmia? Listen to learn more about which plants go well with Crocosmia and some books that can give you great ideas!       See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"         Today's topic is the Crocosmia Care – A Mini Plant Profile.  Crocosmia or formerly known as "Tritonia" is a great summer blooming plant. Its wide-grass-bladed leaves sticking almost straight up along with its bright and brash flowers could just what your garden needs to really POP!   Listen to learn more about Crocosmia care!      See ya in the garden! 

Father's Day is almost here and celebrating the men in our lives, and of course our father's, for their love, support, hard work, and dedication is super important, but have you thought about what to buy your dad for Father's Day yet? Are there too many options or maybe not enough time to get it done? Don't worry, we have you covered! On today's episode you are going to get some great and easy garden gift ideas for your dad on this Father's Day!  Happy Father's Day!  and....      See ya in the garden!          

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"         Today's topic is the Calla Lily – A Mini Plant Profile.  The Calla Lily or more commonly called "Calla" is a great blooming plant to have in your garden and isn't actually a true Lily. This plant adds a tropical layer and colorful variety with striking gorgeous flowers with lush lance-leaved foliage. Listen to learn more!      See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"       Today's topic is Butterflies and on of their favorite flowers, Annual Phlox!   It's spring and that means summer is not far behind for your garden can showcase gorgeous flowers! This also means our local pollinators and especially Butterflies could show up in your garden. If you want to attract Butterflies to your garden this year, make sure to have Annual Phlox plants in your yard. Listen to learn more!     See ya in the garden!   

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"      Today's topic is Butterflies and one of their favorite flowers, the Black-eyed Susan!   It's spring and that means summer is not far behind with local pollinators and especially Butterflies that could show up in your garden. If you want to attract Butterflies, make sure to have Black-eyed Susan plants in your yard. Listen to learn more!    See you in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"       Today's topic is Butterflies and one of their favorite flowers, the Purple Coneflower!   It's spring and that means summer is not far behind for your garden can showcase gorgeous flowers! This also means our local pollinators and especially Butterflies could show up in your garden. If you want to attract Butterflies to your garden this year, make sure to not only have Butterfly Milkweed or the Blazing Star Liatris, but also have Purple Coneflower plants in your yard. Listen to learn more about what the Purple Coneflower needs to thrive in your garden.     See ya in the garden! 

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"       Today's topic is the Fuchsia Companion Plants.   Fuchsia's are wonderful to have hanging or planted in your garden and add depth, along with showing off vibrant colors. BUT what companion plants go well with Fuchsia's? Here is a list of plants for you:  - As a hanging basket, or   - Planted in the ground Listen to learn more!       See ya in the garden!  

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"        Today's topic is the Fuchsia Hanging Basket – A Mini Plant Profile.    Fuchsia's or more commonly referred to as "Few-sha" is a great spring and summer hanging basket bloomer that comes in many different colors and color combinations. This plant spices up otherwise drab areas of your garden and home with color and depth of its flowers and draping stems. Listen to learn more about the Fuchsia plant!      See ya in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"       Today's topic is Butterflies and one of their favorite flowers, the Blazing Star Liatris!   It's spring and that means summer is not far behind for your garden can showcase gorgeous flowers! This also means our local pollinators and especially Butterflies could show up in your garden. If you want to attract Butterflies to your garden this year, make sure to have Blazing Star or also known as Liatris spicata plants in your yard.        See you in the garden!

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"       Today's topic is Butterflies and one of their favorite flowers, the Butterfly Milkweed!   It's spring and that means summer is not far behind for your garden to showcase gorgeous summer flowers! This also means our local pollinators and especially Butterflies could show up in your garden. If you want to attract Butterflies to your garden this year, make sure to have Butterfly Milkweed plants in your yard    See ya in the garden!

Do you like Butterflies? Ever considered what flowers butterflies like? Where would you even put their favorite flowers in your yard? On today's episode, I am going to list 5 favorite flowers that attract and keep butterflies coming back to your garden. By the end of this episode, you will know these five flowers and where to put them in your yard so they thrive and attract butterflies and other pollinators.     See ya in the garden!

Mother's Day is almost here and celebrating the many women in our lives, and of course our mom's love, patience, hard work, and support is super important, but have you thought about what to buy your mom for mother's day yet? Are there too many options or maybe not enough time to get it done? Don't worry, we have you covered! On today's episode you are going to get some great and easy garden gift ideas for your mom on Mother's Day!   A list of all these Mother's Day gift ideas will be posted on this episodes webpage, and you can go to spokengarden.com/shop-garden-products. 

This is the DIY Garden Minute by Spoken Garden!  "Teaching you tips and tricks for your Garden in one minute!"         Today's topic is what plants are deer resistant?   All gardens have pests and get damaged from time to time, and if you have any deer living around or that migrate through your area, you know that they like to move through your property and graze on different grass and plants, especially in your garden. Any tender, bright-green, sweet tasting plant tissue is fair-game, but there are many plants out there that they don't like to eat and here is a quick list of them. Listen to learn more!         See ya in the Garden!