Podcasts

If your summer containers still look surprisingly lush, don’t toss them out just yet. This week on the podcast, Joanne discusses how, with a little care, you can enjoy them again next year. Tune in to learn how to overwinter your annuals. Topics discussed: Many annuals are still looking great in mid-October — don’t toss them …Read more About “How to Overwinter Your Annuals”

This week on the podcast, Joanne discusses the importance of watering your trees and evergreens throughout October and November. Tune in to learn why you should continue watering your trees and evergreens. Topics discussed: This summer was the driest summer on record, with only 96 millimetres of rain Although 2024 had more rain, half of …Read more About “Fall Isn’t Finished — Your Trees Are Thirsty!”

In this encore presentation of October in the Garden, Joanne reviews some of the tasks you can do this month, but don’t worry, it’s not as labour-intensive as you may think! Tune in to hear Joanne’s advice for October in the garden. Tasks you can do this month: Vegetable Gardens Clean up and remove the …Read more About “October in the Garden”

In this encore episode of Down the Garden Path, Joanne discusses how to extend the blooming season in your garden by adding asters. Tune in to hear Joanne’s advice for choosing fall mums and asters. Topics covered in this week’s episode: Gardens don’t have to stop blooming in September. We can extend the season to …Read more About “Adding Asters to Your Garden”

with Aaron Deacon This week, Joanne welcomes Aaron Deacon from BIOS Nutrients back to the podcast to discuss the newest addition to his product line, a game-changing plant fertilizer in collaboration with Ryzome and the ZooShare Cooperative. You can learn more about Aaron and BIOS Nutrients here. Tune in to learn more about the new plant fertilizer …Read more About “BIOS + Ryzome New Plant Fertilizer”

with Michael Albanese This week, Joanne Shaw discusses rain garden design with Michael Albanese, owner of AVESI Stormwater and Landscape Solutions and author of The Modern Rain Garden: Scrape, Shape and Plant. About the Book: The Modern Rain Garden: Scrape, Shape, and Plant The updated and expanded second edition for 2025 builds off the amazing …Read more About “Rain Gardens”

 In this encore episode of Down the Garden Path, Joanne shares tips for choosing fall mums and asters. Tune in to hear Joanne’s advice for choosing fall mums and asters. Topics covered in this week’s episode: Chrysanthemums, many horticultural varieties and cultivars exist including tender florist mums (a favourite of mine because of how …Read more About “Fall Mums and Asters”

Although September marks the end of summer and the gradual change to fall, it doesn’t have to signify the end of the gardening season. In this episode, Joanne offers some practical tips and advice for making the most of your September garden. Tune in to hear Joanne’s tips and advice for keeping your lawn and …Read more About “September in the Garden”

 Thinking about starting a new landscape project? This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne draws on her experience as a landscape designer to share insights on planning, selecting high-quality materials, and collaborating with professionals. Tune in to hear Joanne’s tips and advice for starting a landscape project. Topics covered in this week’s episode: …Read more About “5 Tips for Starting a Landscape Project”

August is a busy but rewarding month in the garden. Although heat stress and plant fatigue can be a challenge, with attentive care, tidying up, and strategic watering and fertilizing, your lawn and garden can thrive into the fall. Tune in to hear Joanne’s tips and advice for keeping your lawn and garden thriving in …Read more About “August in the Garden”