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Down The Garden Path Show Recap With Yours Truly

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Today I talk about highlights from the past months episodes and announce some of the speakers that are coming up on the show over the next few weeks. Listen and enjoy!  

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A Creative Way To Display a Peace Lily

Peace Lily in water

Here is an easy creative way to display a Peace Lily, one of my favorite plants, in your home or as a gift. 1. Purchase a small peace lily plant. 2. Remove from pot and completely wash out soil from roots. (Careful not to plug your sink!) 3. Insert in large glass vase. You can add decorative …Read more

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The Importance Of Hiring An Arborist

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Arborist Richard Gilmour from Skyline Trees is my guest on the show today. We discuss the background and education of a true arborist and how it differs from tree trimming and removal companies. Richard talks about how he spends more time talking people out of cutting down their trees …Read more

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Filter Indoor Air With Plants

Heart leaf philodendron

There are many gadgets on the market but the fact remains the best way to filter indoor air is with plants. Our homes and offices can be a benefit in a number of ways by growing a variety of house plants. I have put together a list for you of my favorite and EASY houseplants …Read more

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Native Gardening With Guest Amanda Newell

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Today we welcome Amanda Newell from Element Ecological to discuss native plants, native gardening and rain gardens. We also discuss her upcoming workshop at the Alderville Black Oak Savanna, “Experimenting With Native Plants” and my favorite product she sells, Wooly Pockets.  Listen and enjoy!  

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Why You Need To Hire A Landscape Designer

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW…   This episode is all about Landscape Design and my top reasons why you need to hire a landscape designer. Great gardens start with a plan!  Listen and enjoy!  

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Cleaning And Purifying The Air With Houseplants

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Welcome back to the show after the holidays! In this episode as we all tidy up and declutter after the holidays, I discuss the benefits of adding houseplants to our homes for cleaning and purifying the air. I then review my top 9 easy-to-care-for beneficial plants to add to …Read more

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Horticultural Societies and Garden Clubs

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… My last show of 2014 focuses on one of my favorite industry related topics; Horticultural Societies and Garden Clubs. Joining me on the show is Sigrid Squire, Past President and Treasurer with the Pickering Horticultural Society.  Listen and enjoy!  

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How to create an Evergreen Urn

Christmas urn

   How to create an evergreen urn:         If you need tips on how to create an evergreen urn and to make it your own, watch my video 

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December Gardening Tips

Simple Evergreen Urn

December Gardening Tips : indoor and outdoor gardening Don’t worry if your outdoor chores are not done yet, with no snow fall in sight there is still time to get everything completed before the holidays with these easy december gardening tips: 1. It is still ok to apply fall fertilizer on your lawn. 2. Mulch …Read more