Gardening Simplified

Let’s Talk About Leaves! | 216

Leaves don’t always get the recognition they deserve. Not only are they the literal foundation of life on earth, but they are so much more interesting and versatile than we tend to give them credit for. Learn all about basics and complexities of...

Impulse Control | 215

Sometimes the best purchases aren’t planned, they're discovered. Impulsively buying a plant isn’t a bad thing, it’s fueled by genuine admiration for a plant, and isn’t that what gardening is all about? Hear about plants that gardeners often buy...

Breaking Down Bulbs | 214

You can never have too many bulbs! Learn all about the numerous types of bulbs, when and how to plant them for the best success, and how to combine them with other plants for a showstopping display.

The Rose Family | All About Rosaceae | 213

The Rosaceae family includes some of the most economically important fruit and nut crops worldwide, such as apples, strawberries, and almonds. Not to mention, some extraordinarily beautiful and wildlife benefitting plants! Learn all about this vast...

Rocking the Landscape | All About Rock Gardens | 212

In today’s episode, Rick and Stacey talk about the fascinating history behind rock gardens, explain the difference between a rock garden and an alpine garden, and of course, tell all about the plants that thrive in this type of landscape.

Berry-d Treasure! | All About Plants With Berries | 211

What even is a berry? Well, watch this episode and you’ll find out! Stacey and Rick deep-dive into what really classifies as a berry and talk about a variety of berry-laden beauties. Whether they are edible, or just for ornamental purposes, berries...

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I Give Up! | Top Reasons People Give Up on Plants & Gardening | 210

It’s human nature to get disheartened when something doesn’t work out, and when it comes to plants and gardening, things don’t always work out the way we hoped. Weeds, water, and work are the three main reasons people tend to give up on gardening and...

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Fall is Full of Opportunities, Seize the Day! | 209

Carpe diem! Fall is a fantastic time to be in the garden. Whether you’re tending to your plants or getting your lawn in order, we’ve got tips and tasks for you to work on. Plus learn about plants that you should get in the ground now, and ones you...

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Low-Maintenance Plants & What to Expect | 208

The way people define low-maintenance plants varies from gardener to gardener. At its core, the basic low-maintenance plant is one that is well-suited for the conditions where you want to plant. Hear all about low-maintenance plants and how you can...

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Well-Rounded | Spherical Plants for the Garden | 207

People love round plants, or as we like to say, meatballs. Whether you’re the type of gardener that likes to have all your plants perfectly shaped in an appealing circle, or you lean more towards chaotic gardening, plants with rounded habits or globe...

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The Magic of Moon Gardens | 206

Sitting in your yard or garden on a summer night isn’t just a romantic notion – for many of us, nighttime is the only time that we can comfortably spend in the garden due to high heat and humidity. And it’s a pretty well-understood fact that if you...

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The Importance of Texture in the Garden | 205

Color is usually at the front of mind when it comes to designing a garden, but to really elevate a landscape, texture is crucial. In this episode, Stacey and Rick talk about plants that have fine, medium, or coarse texture, and how to combine these...

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What If You Could Only Use One Color in the Garden? | 204

If you had to design a garden bed using only ONE flower color, which color would you choose to create your monochromatic masterpiece? Hear about the most popular colors, and plants that can be used to achieve unicolor design.

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How to Make a Meadow Garden | 203

Meadow gardening has been gaining popularity, and rightfully so! They’re fantastic for wildlife, plant diversity, and not to mention, they’re beautiful! Learn about ways you can create your own meadow garden and plants that Stacey and Rick recommend...

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Gardens That Shaped the US | Part 4 | Middle of Summer Garden Check | 202

We’re getting back to our usual routine, but before we do, we’re going to highlight Stacey’s number 1 bucket list garden to visit! On top of that we discuss a few other fantastic gardens along the west coast. In segments three and four, hear about...

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Gardens That Shaped the US | Part 3 – Chicago to California | 201

We’re breaking away from our usual routine to talk about notable gardens across the United States that were pivotal in shaping the country into what it is today. Learn about fascinating history, groundbreaking landscape design, and of course, plants!...

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Gardens That Shaped the US | Part 2 – South & Midwest | 200

We’re breaking away from our usual routine to talk about notable gardens across the United States that were pivotal in shaping the country into what it is today. Learn about fascinating history, groundbreaking landscape design, and of course, plants!...

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Gardens That Shaped the US | Part 1 - Northeast | 199

We’re breaking away from our usual routine to talk about notable gardens across the United States that were pivotal in shaping the country into what it is today. Learn about fascinating history, groundbreaking landscape design, and of course, plants!...

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Surviving Heat and Humidity | Best Plants and Practices | 198

Sometimes the weather can feel too hot to handle! Luckily, these plants won’t break a sweat under these tough conditions. Learn all about plants that grow well in hot and humid landscapes and ways to help your garden beat the heat.

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Homing in on Hibiscus | 197

The hibiscus plant family includes several hundred species of plants that are native to warm temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions throughout the world. In this episode, Stacey and Rick explain the different types of hibiscus, how to grow them,...

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