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In the fourth episode of Down the Garden Path’s “Houseplant Chat” series, Joanne discusses the basics of fertilizing houseplants. Tune in to learn more about fertilizing your houseplants. Topics Covered When to start fertilizing Wait until days are noticeably longer (sometime after daylight savings time) when plants begin active growth again. How to read fertilizer …Read more About “Houseplant Chat: Fertilizer”
In the third episode of Down the Garden Path’s “Houseplant Chat” series, Joanne discusses propagation, a simple and rewarding way to expand your plant collection. Tune in to learn more about the simple art of propagation. Topics discussed: Quick recap of Houseplant Chat #1 and #2: winter light, soil refresh/repotting, and watering What propagation is …Read more About “Houseplant Chat: Propagation Made Simple”
In the second episode of Down the Garden Path’s “Houseplant Chat” series, Joanne focuses on soil and watering techniques during the winter months. Tune in for soil and watering tips for your houseplants. Topics discussed: Joanne emphasizes the vital role that soil plays in the health of our houseplants. Steer clear of potting soils with …Read more About “Houseplant Chat: Soil & Watering Tips”
This week, Joanne kicks off the 12th season of the Down the Garden Path podcast with the first episode in her “Houseplant Chat” series: Getting the Light Right. Tune in to learn how to keep your houseplants happy when winter light disappears. Topics discussed: Joanne emphasizes the importance of light for houseplants, especially in January, …Read more About “Houseplant Chat: Getting the Light Right”
As 2025 winds down, it’s the perfect time to look back on a year full of fresh gardening ideas and inspiration. From pruning fruit trees to overwintering annuals, Joanne has shared tips, tricks, and timely advice to keep your lawn and garden thriving in every season. A big thank you to all the guests who …Read more About “2025 Podcasts at a Glance”
with Steven Biggs This week, Joanne welcomes horticulturist Stephen Biggs back to the podcast to talk about his latest project, the newly expanded Canada Gardener’s Journal. About Steven Steven was recognized by Garden Making magazine as one of the “green gang” making a difference in Canadian horticulture. His home-garden experiments span driveway straw-bale gardens, a …Read more About “Canada Gardener’s Journal”
with Amy Ellard-Gray This week on the podcast, Joanne discusses soil testing with The Hobby Homestead’s Amy Ellard-Gray, who grows 75% of her family’s fruits and vegetables in her Guelph backyard. About Amy Amy runs The Hobby Homestead in suburban Guelph, where she cultivates over 100 varieties of native plants to support the local ecosystem. …Read more About “Soil Testing”
This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne shares her passion for indoor gardening with practical winter houseplant care tips and a reminder that there’s always something new to learn and grow. Tune in to learn how to transition to indoor gardening. Topics discussed: 1. From Annuals to Houseplants It’s time to turn your attention …Read more About “Transitioning to Indoor Gardening”
with Ellen Zachos This week, Joanne welcomes Ellen Zachos, author of 11 books on plants, including her latest, Mythic Plants: Potions and Poisons from the Gardens of the Gods. About Ellen A Harvard graduate, Ellen’s first career was on Broadway (Les Miz), but the gift of a peace lily on opening night opened her eyes …Read more About “Mythic Plants”
This week on the podcast, Joanne welcomes Brandie, the Suburban Gardenista, an avid gardener passionate about supporting pollinators with native plants. Brandie is Pollinator Stewardship Certified by Pollinator Partnership Canada and loves sharing her learnings through podcasts, workshops, and social media. You can find her online on YouTube and Instagram @thesuburbangardenista. Tune in to learn …Read more About “The Suburban Gardenista”