PODCAST: Orchid Care Tips with Cal Pacific Orchid Farm [8.10.24]
Tune in to this episode as we dive into expert orchid care tips and insights with Kathy Desmond of…
When Nature Strikes: My Gopher Bite Story
On a sunny Monday, I admired my hibiscus blooms, only to be bitten by a gopher. Amidst shock and…
Darwin’s Predicted Moth: A Triumph of Scientific Theory
Darwin predicted a moth with a long proboscis to pollinate a specific orchid. Decades later, in…
Fire: Essential for Ecosystem Health and Sustainability
Fire, often seen as destructive, is crucial for ecosystems. Fire ecology reveals its roles in…
Sunflowers & Mathematical Sequences: Did You Know?
Recent study in Royal Society Open Science reveals new complex sunflower seed patterns, diverging…
New Agapanthus Varieties: Vibrant Blooms for Any Garden
Discover new agapanthus varieties like 'Fireworks', 'Twister', 'Black Pantha', and more, offering…
Samara Fruit: Did You Know?
A samara is a type of dry fruit, typically with one seed, characterized by a flattened, wing-like…
Caladiums Breeding & Propagation with Clay Wallace [7.20.24]
Clay Wallace joins us in this episode from Classic Caladiums LLC. As a leader in the field, Wallace…
PODCAST: Caladiums Breeding & Propagation with Clay Wallace [7.20.24]
Clay Wallace joins us in this episode from Classic Caladiums LLC. As a leader in the field, Wallace…
Beware Fake Gardening Tips: Spotting Misinformation on YouTube
Learn to identify and avoid fake gardening videos on YouTube, especially misleading rose…
Idaho’s State Flower (Lewis’ Mock-Orange): Did You Know?
Idaho's state flower, Philadelphus lewisii, commonly known as Lewis' mock-orange or syringa, is a…
Answering Gardening Questions from Our Amazing Listeners [7.13.24]
In this episode of Garden America, our hosts answer listener questions with expert advice and…
PODCAST: Answering Gardening Questions from Our Amazing Listeners [7.13.24]
In this episode, Bill discusses eco-friendly mosquito control and effective products for garden…
Inventor of the Terrarium: Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward
Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward, born in London in 1791, discovered the terrarium in 1829, revolutionizing…
Titan Arum (Corpse Flower): Did You Know?
The Titan Arum, or Corpse Flower, is a rare plant from Sumatra with a bloom reaching over eight…
Crepe Myrtles: Did You Know?
Crepe myrtles (Lagerstroemia) are native to Southeast Asia, including regions such as China, Korea,…