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Fall is here, and Janey is excited to welcome Sean and Allison McManus from Spoken Garden! Tune in as they share their journey to becoming (or maybe always being?) proud “plant nerds” and the unique joys of gardening in the Pacific Northwest. Sean and Allison only garden in containers, hear them chat about some of the perks and challenges of only container gardening and be sure to catch the next episode where they’ll be back with essential fall planting tips!About Sean and Allison:Sean and Allison McManus, owners of Spoken Garden, love teaching about all kinds of plants and flowers, including plant care, pruning, and bulb care. They garden in Washington state (zone 8b/9a) and teach gardeners through their YouTube channel, Instagram account, their quick “DIY Garden Minute” podcast, their Spoken Garden website, & their first book “The First-time Gardener: Growing Plants and Flowers." Inventors of The Little Dibby and The Dibby XL (winner of the 2023 NGB 'Green Thumb Award') dual-purpose seed-sowing and transplanting tools. Sean is an Environmental Horticulturist and Allison is a former National Board-Certified Science teacher.For more from Sean and Allison: Their BookYouTubeInstagramWebsiteLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Good things come to those that wait, right? In this episode, Janey talks about the challenges of waiting in the garden and discusses the importance of delayed gratification, not only in gardening, but in life! You can’t rush Mother Nature and trying will only lead to frustration. Gardening is a practice in patience, a practice in mindfulness and Janey talks how the garden can teach us to slow down and appreciate all stages of your garden’s lifecycle. The garden can be a powerful teacher and Janey encourages you to find the beauty in each stage of the journey.So whether you're starting from seed or nurturing young plants, this episode is a reminder to slow down, enjoy the process, and trust that everything grows in its own time. After all, that’s what gardening is all about! Love what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Janey has all the fall feels and is welcoming Heather Blackmore from Here She Grows to celebrate the upcoming season. They chat about Heather’s background including what led her to become a Master Gardener and her work as the midwest field editor for Better Homes and Gardens. Hear them discuss “season extending perennials”, Heather’s plans for her fall garden and the fall gardening tasks she will be tackling in her zone 5b/6a garden. Heather has been gardening from a small suburban Chicago lot for over 20 years. She has written, photographed, styled and produced garden content for Better Homes and Gardens magazines and many more regional and national publications. But mostly as Heather says, “ I love sharing my experiences in the garden, good and bad, on my blog and social media channels. From flowers to veg and everything in between, there's nothing I won't try to grow in my cold climate!”For more from Heather and Here She Grows:YouTubeBlogInstagramFacebookLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

In this episode, Janey welcomes back Rafael Galiano from Park Winters. Rafael and his partner, John Martin, are self-described opposites, but together they purchased the property 15 years ago. Since then, Park Winters has evolved tremendously, thanks to Rafael’s creativity and John’s expertise in hospitality management.Rafael shares what inspired them to start Park Winters, how it has grown over the past 15 years, and highlights the special qualities that make it so unique. Park Winters is Janey’s “happy place” and is so happy to share the pure magic surrounding Park Winters with you!About Park Winters Country Estate: Park Winters Country Estate, is a one-of-a-kind estate featuring dreamy gardens, a historical inn, an elegant white barn and two rustic barns, a chic pool and hot tub, a quaint organic farm, and sweeping views of the countryside. Park Winters serves as an award-winning Northern California wedding event venue, a luxurious bed and breakfast and offers day-visitors unique experiences.Park Winters Flower Farm is a naturally inspiring setting, the Park Winters Flower Farm invites guests to linger and weave memories into every celebration and experience—from their Flower Farm Pavilion and Farm Bites to their dreamy flower farm and barn. We put care and intention into all that we do by working with the land in harmony with the cycles of nature. The fields are nourished with plantings that invite bees to thrive and songbirds to linger—furthering their commitment to the land.Learn more about Park Winters hereLearn more about Park Winters Flower Farm hereInstagramLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

In this episode, Janey welcomes Rafael Galiano of Park Winters. Rafael started gardening at five years old and credits gardening with saving his life. The more Rafael talked about his life-changing experience, the more he realized his story was shared with many other gardeners - including Janey!Together, they reflect on the healing power of gardening and its profound impact on their lives and others. Recorded under the shade of an oak tree at the beautiful Park Winters Country Estate, this inspiring episode explores the personal growth and connection that gardening brings to their lives and all! Rafael is the “Dreamer, Designer and Curator” of Park Winters, he’ll be back in the next episode to talk about the evolution of Park Winters Country Estate. Learn more about Park Winters herePark Winters InstagramInstagramLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Janey welcomes Debb Cozzi back on the podcast to explore fall seed starting tips! Together, they discuss how to shift from starting annuals to perennials, with Debb sharing valuable insights on everything from understanding plant lifecycles to clever tips like using wet coffee filters and vermiculite on all her seeds. She’ll also share some of her successes, failures, and lessons learned as one very skilled seed starter.Be sure to tune into the next episode for Part Two, where they’ll dive into the best seed-starting tips!Debb is a self-taught gardener who tends a two-acre property in rural San Diego County, Zone 9B. As Debb says, “The garden is a great teacher who whispers wisdom. My goal is to provide a place where you find beauty, encouragement, and friendship centered on the shared delight of gardening.”Check out Janey’s tour of Debb’s amazing propertySwallowtail Seed Company (Debb’s favorite seed supplier!)For more from Debb, check out her instagram @acozzigarden.  Love what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

In this episode, Janey welcomes Debb Cozzi from Debb’s Garden! It's time to get ready for all things fall, including fall seed starting. Debb, who lives on a two-acre property, turned to seed starting to transform her large space. Janey and Debb discuss what sparked Debb’s interest in seed starting and the best ways to begin your own seed-starting journey.Be sure to tune into the next episode for Part Two, where they’ll dive into the best seed-starting tips!Debb is a self-taught gardener who tends a two-acre property in rural San Diego County, Zone 9B. As Debb says, “The garden is a great teacher who whispers wisdom. My goal is to provide a place where you find beauty, encouragement, and friendship centered on the shared delight of gardening.”Check out Janey’s tour of Debb’s amazing propertySwallowtail Seed Company (Debb’s favorite seed supplier!)For more from Debb, check out her instagram @acozzigarden.  Love what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

In this episode, Janey chats with lifelong gardener Sam Niemann. Sam’s love for gardening started early - he’d sneak out to visit the local garden center and would read every horticulture book he could get his hands on cover-to-cover. At 14, when he wasn’t hired at his local garden center because they doubted his expertise, Sam just started helping customers on his own! Tune in to hear how it all worked out and how his love of gardening continued to shape his future career and the creation of Bleume. Bleume is a houseplant fertilizer and was started with the goal of bringing the joy of houseplants to everyone and will be released this fall!  Sam is a lifelong gardener whose passion for plants and nature has been the driving force behind his extensive knowledge and expertise in horticulture. Sam is the founder of Grown by Design, a Chicago-based landscape design firm and Bleume, a high-quality home and gardening brand aimed at inspiring people to connect with nature.For more about Sam and Bleume: https://growbleume.com/https://grownbydesign.com/ https://www.instagram.com/growbleume/Love what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

In this episode Janey welcomes Angela to discuss vermicomposting otherwise known as worm composting. They talk about using this method specifically in garden beds - worms are surprisingly smart and giving them space allows them to move to the conditions they need to survive, thrive and give your garden incredible benefits, like improving soil texture, structure and aeration, increasing nutrients and more! Worm castings (worm poop) also contribute to faster plant growth and can prevent plant disease.Listen to learn how you can add this amazing, natural method to your garden beds! Angela Judd has been a Master Gardener since 2015 and is dedicated to teaching desert gardening through her website,"Growing in the Garden", as well as YouTube, Instagram, and her monthly online class, "Growing in the Garden Academy." She authored "How to Grow Your Own Food" and created planting guides for low desert gardening. Her mission is to help others succeed in challenging growing conditions!For more from Angela:InstagramYouTubeVermicomposting Made Easy ArticleLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

On this podcast, Janey welcomes Sara Bendrick where they dive into the world of ‘no mow, native lawns,' a fantastic alternative for traditional lawn landscapes. With more people swapping out traditional lawns for artificial turf, Sara talks about this awesome alternative, drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and full of charm, these native lawns can add a touch of whimsy to your outdoor space. Tune in to learn how you can embrace this eco-friendly option and give your yard a sustainable makeover! They also talk about more upcoming trends in the landscape world. Sara is a landscape designer/contractor, TV host and Author.  Sara owns and operates Sarita Landscape Designs which focuses on residential design throughout Southern California.  For part of the year Sara travels the country doing talks and often hosts landscape renovation shows that encourage people to value the outdoor spaces they have. The No Mow Lawn video Janey and Sarah discussedTo check out more from Sara:InstagramYoutubeTiktokFacebookLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Janey welcomes Lauren Pratt on this episode for a conversation about the differences between native and invasive plants. Lauren is a lifetime gardener and the founding principal designer of Pratt Landscape Design. Put simply by Lauren, there are native plants that are great for where you are, but there are also non-native plants that are also great for where you are!  A sometimes controversial topic in the gardening world, join them to dive deeper into this topic.  Lauren has over 20 years of design experience and went to school for interior design. She fell into the world of landscape design after being hired as a design assistant for a landscape architect at a local civil engineering firm and never looked back! Pratt Landscape Design is located in the Central Valley and focuses on sustainable, waterwise planting and design. Landscape is truly her passion and that shows in this fun conversation!  To check out more from Lauren.Lauren’s Podcast, Plant with Lauren Pratt (apple)Lauren’s Podcast, Plant with Lauren Pratt (spotify) Love what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

In this episode, Janey is chatting with Phil D’Angelis from Phil’s Figs! Phil does not just love figs, he’s obsessed with figs! The obsession began when Phil had his first taste of a fresh fig while backpacking in Italy and when he started being able to grow them in his North Carolina garden.They discuss the best tips and tricks for growing and maintaining fig trees like the right time to prune your trees, the “rule of three” and propagation. Phil’s goal is to make them accessible in all climates, for everyone. Figs are extremely unique in so many ways, join them for this fun chat about this iconic tree!Figs: A Global History.Check out more from Phil: Instagram @philsfigsYouTubeWebsiteLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Join Janey for a chat with the owner of Bauman’s Family Farms, Brian Bauman. Bauman’s was started by Brian’s great grandmother as a small seed farm, and today has become a destination for families and gardeners alike. Coined by Janey as “Disneyland for Gardeners”, they talk about how Bauman’s came to be through five generations of the Bauman family. Brian tells us what it is like to run a family garden center, how they maintain quality and how he went from accounting to growing amazing flowers.Check out more from Bauman’s Farms.Facebook.Love what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Janey’s friend Maria Failla from Growing Joy with Maria is joining her on the podcast today! Join them to talk about Maria’s fascinating journey from Broadway actress and plant killer to full-time happy plant lady! They will also discuss easy, practical tips from picking the right plant for your lifestyle, understanding your indoor light and much more! Maria is a wealth of information for all of you beginner “plant parents!” She is here to help you to care for houseplants successfully and still get the benefits of gardening, but inside. If you’re looking to start your houseplant journey this is a must listen.Maria is an author, podcast host, educator and Plant Killer Turned Happy Plant lady! If you like what you heard, please check her out:Listen to her podcast. On apple. On Spotify.Check out Maria’s Website and take the plant parent personality quiz! Maria on YouTubeMaria on InstagramMaria on FacebookOrder her bookLove what you’re hearing?Make sure to check out more from Janey:StoreFacebookInstagramYouTubeDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

Join Janey and Heather Wheatley for a conversation about Green Blindness, a little known term for not knowing the type of plants you’re seeing and more importantly not knowing the role they play in our environment. She’s on a mission to help us understand what knowing about plants can tell us from soil, water quality, history of an area and so much more! They also discuss “biophilia” which is the idea that humans have an innate tendency to connect with nature and other living beings. The term literally translates to "love of life and you’ll love this conversation! Plant lover or not, we are finding more and more that humans feel the need to be connected whether through colors in their home or natural elements in their spaces. If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably know how a connection with plants can improve your wellbeing, but we discuss why that connection is so vital to all, not just plant lovers. Heather is a horticulturist and lifelong learner and we can all learn a lot from her in this episode!Heather Wheatley on InstagramLove what you’re hearing? Make sure to check out DPWR on YouTube!StoreFacebook InstagramDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!