Podcasts

Looking for a hydrangea that gives you plenty of colour without taking over your garden? This week on the podcast, Joanne shares three dwarf hydrangeas she has grown in her own garden: Fire Light Tidbit®, Little Lime Punch® and Invincibelle Limetta®. She looks at how each one grows, where it performs best, and why these …Read more About “Three Dwarf Hydrangeas for Small Gardens”

Wondering what you can still get done in the garden before the season wraps up? This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne explains why fall is still a great time to add compost, plant new perennials, divide and move existing plants, and even start a brand-new garden bed. She also shares an easy, low-maintenance …Read more About “Fall Gardening: Is It Too Late to Plant?”

Thinking of buying mums for your fall garden? In this encore episode of Down the Garden Path, Joanne reviews the pros and cons of fall mums and shares why asters may be the better choice. Tune in to learn why you should choose asters instead of mums for your fall garden. Some of the topics …Read more About “Buying Mums? Why Asters Are the Better Choice for Your Fall Garden”

Late August and early September are important times for migrating butterflies like monarchs, swallowtails, and painted ladies, and the plants in our gardens can make a real difference. This week, Joanne shares simple ways to support butterflies by providing the right host and nectar plants, even if you only have a small garden, a patio, …Read more About “How to Help Butterflies in Your Late-Summer Garden”

Looking for something beyond hostas for your shade garden? This week, Joanne shares three standout shade-loving perennials that bring height, texture, colour, and serious foliage interest to darker garden spaces. Check out these three shade-loving perennials. Some of the topics covered in this week’s episode: Adding height and structure to a shade garden
 Larger perennials …Read more About “Tired of Hostas? Three Shade Plants That Add Height & Colour”

Does your August garden need a fresh burst of colour? In this episode, Joanne shares three of her favourite white perennials for sunny spaces that add contrast, brighten the garden at dusk and keep blooming well into fall. Tune in to learn why it’s not too late to add something new to your garden. Some …Read more About “Three Sun-Loving Perennials to Plant in August”

What does your garden need this August? After the heat and stress of July, many lawns, containers, vegetables, shrubs and trees could use a little extra attention. In this episode, Joanne shares practical advice for watering, pruning, feeding and refreshing your garden while preparing for the season ahead. Tune in to learn what you should …Read more About “What Does Your Garden Need This August?”

In this mid-summer tips episode, Joanne answers some commonly asked questions about managing your lawn and garden. Tune in for mid-summer tips for your lawn and garden. Some of the topics covered in this week’s episode: Practical mid-season planting advice
 You can still plant trees, shrubs, and perennials in July, provided they are watered consistently. …Read more About “Mid-Summer Tips for Your Lawn and Garden”

Wondering what to do in your garden in July? This week on the podcast, Joanne reviews the essential July garden tasks every gardener should know, including deadheading, weeding, pest control, smart watering, and summer lawn and vegetable care. Tune in to learn what you should be doing in your garden in July. Some of the …Read more About “What to Do in Your Garden in July”

Peony season may be over, but there’s still plenty to learn about these garden favourites. In this episode, Joanne explores the different types of peonies and explains what makes each one unique. She also shares practical tips for planting, supporting, deadheading, and caring for your peonies so they return beautifully year after year. Tune in …Read more About “What to Do After Your Peonies Bloom”