Explore every episode of the podcast The Helpful Gardeners
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| The Travelling Gardeners: Wasps, Poison Gardens, and HUGE CATERPILLARS! | 15 Sep 2024 | 00:39:55 | |
After a short break from the garden, we're back with stories to share! Colin took a trip to Montreal and New York, while Brandi went across the pond to check out some gardens in Ireland and the UK! 1:54 | What to do about wasps. 7:00 | New York: Central Park 9:45 | New York: Beaches & Grasses 10:50 | Elizabeth Street Garden 13:08 | Leaves of three, leave it be 16:25 | Ode to Pollinators 17:55 | The Largest Caterpillar in North America 20:00 | Irish Wildflowers 22:26 | Belfast Bee Art 23:20 | 200 Years of RNLI 24:45 | Smart Mowing in Ireland 27:55 | Templemore Positive Thinking 29:25 | Alnick Garden's Poison Garden 36:50 | A Gift from Quebec ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe on Spotify, Apple, and Google Social | Instagram Show Notes | N/A | |||
| Your Summer Garden FAQ's | 25 Aug 2024 | 00:25:50 | |
Have a gardening conundrum? We're doing a garden check up this week and answering our frequently asked questions on the podcast, on our socials, and in the store! 1:54 | Can you help a plant planted in the wrong location? 3:38 | Protecting plants from extreme heat. 6:26 | How to start lawn seed in summer 10:00 | How to regulate greenhouse temperatures 11:31 | What seeds can you start now for autumn harvest? 13:46 | How to care for planters on hot decks 16:20 | Weeds are out of control! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Plant Daddies | Shoutouts, Memes, and the Father's of Horticulture | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:33:46 | |
Shoutout to all the #PlantDaddies this Father's Day! Do you have a Plant Dad in your life? We love and adore them. Listen in to learn more about some of the father's of horticulture in Canada!
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| What are my Options for Organic Gardening? | 09 Jun 2024 | 00:51:29 | |
Gardening is a personal journey. There's so many ways to approach it, including the organic approach. A decade ago, much like with gluten free and vegan options, there wasn't much on the market for organic options. In recent years, there has been a push toward offering more ecofriendly products to aid every part of the growing process. Let's dive into some of those options today. | |||
| Protecting your Garden Investment | 31 May 2024 | 00:31:11 | |
Gardening is an investment of your time and money so here's 4 easy ways you can protect that investment from challenges like weather, bugs and more.
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| 8 Planting Errors... And How To Avoid Them | 20 May 2024 | 00:53:48 | |
Heading into the highly anticipated planting season, the Helpful Gardeners wanted to send out a little PSA on 8 common planting errors and how to avoid them.
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| Mother's of Nature: Celebrating Garden Mums | 12 May 2024 | 00:35:38 | |
This week is a very special week because we’re giving some extra love and appreciation to Garden Mums! We'll spotlight two special ladies in gardening and bring it home with memories about mum in the garden. ******************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Acclimatizing Plants and Transplanting Tips | 05 May 2024 | 00:38:45 | |
There has been a word drifting around the greenhouse lately, and it's "acclimatizing". What does that mean and how does it benefit your plants especially at transplanting time? Plus, when it does come time to transplant your annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs, what is the best way to go about it? We'll talk about water, fertilizer, and more this week on the Helpful Gardeners Podcast! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Gardening with Grass W/ Sheryl Normandeau and Janet Melrose of the The Prairie Gardener Go-to Series! | 28 Apr 2024 | 00:39:32 | |
This week, we're visited by two of the coolest ladies gardening in Southern Alberta; Sheryl Normandeau and Janet Melrose! They are the coauthors of the popular "Prairie Gardeners How To" series! In a digital world full of general information, their books provide specific knowledge for gardening in climates like Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Plus, everything they write about is based on their own experience including the photographs taken in their very own gardens! | |||
| Ground Cover - How to Benefit from it in your Garden | 21 Apr 2024 | 00:32:52 | |
We've got a lot of ground to cover this week... ha ha ha All kidding aside, there's a lot of benefits to utilizing ground cover in your garden! Together, lets explore mulch, fabric, rock, and straw. We'll talk about how you can use it, how much to buy, and how to maintain it. Plus, Colin has a great garden hack for soaker hoses in your garden to actually conserve water! | |||
| I Bought a Home... How do I Tackle a Garden? | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:40:14 | |
Are you a moving into a new home and not sure how to approach the garden? One of the helpful gardeners just bought a home and is not sure how to approach their new garden! Learn how to tackle lawn, existing structures/plants, and where to begin. Visit the shownotes for links from today's episode, and other fun extras! ************************* CONNECT WITH US CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Enjoying Nature in your Own Backyard W/ Myrna Pearman | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:50:13 | |
If you build it, nature will come. No matter what type of garden you have, whether it's in an established neighbourhood or newly built in the suburbs, you can enjoy nature from your very own backyard. Learn how to attract birds, including hummingbirds, to your garden! Myrna is a biologist, author and nature photographer living on the south shore of Sylvan Lake, Alberta. She was born in Rymbey, Alberta and developed a love of nature at a young age. Myrna is the editor of the Red Deer River Naturalist, writes a magazine column for The Gardener and writes a monthly nature photo essay in the Red Deer Advocate (Red Deer Advocate). She is also the resident naturalist for Mother Nature's Bird Seed. | |||
| Story Time: Our Favourite Garden Stories | 18 Aug 2024 | 00:28:36 | |
Okay, story time! One of our favourite things at the greenhouse is swapping garden stories. We love when you whip out your phone and share your successes like your 100yr old bonsai that you inherited from grandma. We're sharing our favourite garden stories including bee stories, garden bunnies, and a special story about a local garden that is now a historical landmark! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Gardening from Seed: Flower Power | 31 Mar 2024 | 00:44:48 | |
Rounding out our Seed Starting Mini Series is a look into growing flowers from seed! In many ways, this will be a total 180 degree shift from growing veggies and fruit. Flowers aren’t targeted as much by bugs and disease, they benefit from deadheading, and they’re grown more for aesthetic purposes rather than consumption.
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| Gardening from Seed: Ground Dwellers - Squash, strawberries, and more. | 24 Mar 2024 | 00:49:25 | |
This week, we're crouching down to explore all those fruits and veggies that grow close to the ground. These ground dwellers include Broccoli, squash, kohlrabi, and even strawberries! Learn more about how use the entire squash plant in cooking, a hack to protect pumpkins from pests, and we have a surprise melon taste test!
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TIMECODES
08:20 Seed Varieties
24:20 Importance of Spacing
26:46 Start inside?
32:37 Soil and Amendments
36:22 Fertilizer
37:40 Cold Hardy?
38:53 Equipment Requirements
41:32 Bugs, Disease, Predators
43:02 Harvest Options
45:00 Surprise Melon Taste Test!
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| Gardening from Seed: Leafy Greens and Herbs | 17 Mar 2024 | 00:41:52 | |
This week, we're exploring fresh leafy greens and flavourful herbs. Learn more about flexibility of growing lettuce and why you should livehead your herbs when they go to flower. Visit the shownotes for links from today's episode, and other fun extras! TIMECODES 01:55 Herb or 'erb? 05:34 Seed Varieties 11:34 Leafy Greens & Herbs - General Care 13:35 Growing Mint 14:18 Companion Planting and Themed Planters 17:00 Starting from Seed 18:40 Spacing requirements 21:30 Succession planting 22:20 Why we "live-head" Herbs 27:30 Soil Preferences 29:00 Propagation 32:03 Bugs, Diseases, Predators 35:00 Harvesting Tips & Drying Herbs ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Gardening from Seed: Root Vegetables | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:47:30 | |
This week, we 'rooting' around the subject of root vegetables! How do we start them from seed, maintain them, and harvest them!
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TIMECODES
00:00 Introduction
04:00 Sweet like a Beet
05:08 Seed Varieties
11:00 Growing Veggie Flowers
13:44 Companion Planting
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| Gardening from Seed: Tomatoes, Peppers, Corn, Peas and Beans | 03 Mar 2024 | 00:52:17 | |
What will your garden grow in 2024? This week, the gardeners explore how to cultivate the juiciest tomatoes, the spicy kick of peppers, the sweet crunch of corn, and the wholesome goodness of peas and beans. Visit the shownotes for links from today's episode, and other fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 03:50 Seed Varieties 06:30 Seed Starting Methods 07:00 Companion Planting - The Three Sisters 11:11 Environment Requirements 13:11 Start Inside or Outside? 15:17 Vessel Options 18:04 Soil Amending - Options, Soil Activator, Inoculant 20:30 The Last Frost 22:19 Structures and Equipment Check List 25:45 Garden Care Instructions 31:00 Diseases: Prevention, Treatment, Blossom End Rot 40:00 Bugs: Prevention and Treatment 45:25 Predators: Birds, Deer, etc CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST | |||
| Before you Buy Seeds, Listen to This | 25 Feb 2024 | 00:30:17 | |
What's the one thing we're seeing in every basket and cart at the greenhouse this week? SEEDS! We are buzzing with excitement! Before you settle on your seed haul, listen to this weeks episode outlining what you should be thinking about this time of year. Visit the shownotes for links from today's episode, and other fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 04:00 Look back - what changed in your life? 06:30 Calgary Horticultural Society 09:18 What you should grow and how much 13:55 Prepare for bugs and disease now? 19:52 Consider the vessel and consider starting seeds in that 23:58 Is crop rotation feasible? 26:03 Hypothetical Question of the Week CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST | |||
| Floral Symbology – Flowers to Celebrate LIFE | 18 Feb 2024 | 00:37:12 | |
This week, we celebrated Lunar New Year and Valentine’s Day which got us thinking about all the ways flowers help up mark life’s big moments. Colours and varieties play into floral symbology, and we're even going to find out which flower represents Colin's soul! Visit the shownotes for links from today's episode, and other fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 01:53 Colour Language 15:41 Floral Language 26:45 Hypothetical Question of the Week CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST | |||
| Garden Crime - What you Need to Know | 11 Feb 2024 | 00:36:35 | |
The gardeners unearth some interesting, and perhaps shocking, garden laws that you should be aware of as we head into the 2024 growing season. Garden Crime Radio Play In the world of botanical crime, every leaf tells a story and every petal hides a clue. Detectives Bloom and Basil uncover the culprit behind the destruction of a prized rose garden ahead of the famous Flower Power Festival. A few members of the Golden Acre team lent their voices to this special show. Huge shoutout to Brian, Diane, Dan, and Sydney. Of course, you may have recognized the voices of Brandi and Colin, hosts of the Helpful Gardeners podcast. Visit the shownotes for links from today's episode, and other fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Garden Crime Radio Play 03:55 Trees & Shrubs & the Neighbours 14:45 Lemonade Stands?! 16:01 Cutting Grass Curfew 17:17 Clothesline Drama 18:19 Park out front 20:15 Backyard Chickens 21:45 Calgary Bylaws - Price is Right 32:00 Hypothetical Question of the Week CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Tiny Titans: The Marvels of Microgreens and Sprouts | 04 Feb 2024 | 00:40:15 | |
Welcome back to the garden! This week, the gardeners explore sprouts and microgreens to figure out why they're so good for us, how to grow them, and even what they taste like! Plus, find out what microgreen the gardeners identify with the most in the Hypothetical Question of the week. Information and Samples provided by: Prairie Sun Microgreens | Connor Thiessen Olds College Certified Horticultural Technician (2016), Freedom Farmers Certified Microgreens Entrepreneur 2023. He started my farm in May 2023. Previous experience working at in fresh produce at planet organic and at an organic farm while in college. He offers weekly or monthly subscription packages with home delivery throughout Calgary, plus free delivery on orders over $25. Learn more: https://prairiesunmicrogreens.ca/ Facebook / Instagram Call/text : 1-587-870-2464. Visit the shownotes for our full interview with Connor plus links from today's episode, and other fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 01:30 What are the benefits of microgreens? 03:18 What are Sprouts? How do you grow them? 18:37 How do you grow microgreens? 23:36 Farmer Feature: Connor Thiessen of Prairie Sun Microgreens 24:34 Microgreen Samples and Review 35:24 Hypothetical Question of the Week CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| The Truth Behind 10 Common Gardening Phrases | 28 Jan 2024 | 00:34:06 | |
Welcome back to the garden! Have you ever wondered where the term "green thumb" came from? Why do we "Touch wood"? We'll review 10 common phrases in the gardening world and see if they are truly rooted in gardening and if they're still relevant now! Plus, we'll "weed out negativity" with a dive into our most positive plant! Visit the shownotes for a complete breakdown, links from today's episode, and fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 01:12 Green Thumb 04:08 Knock on Wood?! 05:20 Don't use this phrase anymore 06:20 Making Mountains 08:24 Shrinking Violet 11:29 Is it "Butt' or "Bud"? 14:17 Salad Days 16:36 Financial Assistance 19:29 Beating Bushes 21:14 Cherry Picker! 23:10 Guilding Lilies 29:58 Hypothetical Question of the Week If you liked this deep dive, let us know and we'll do at more! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| The Garden Tools Every Gardener Needs | 11 Aug 2024 | 00:43:47 | |
Do you find that garden tools these days are kinda like kitchen tools? There's so many niche tools you may use only once or never touch and it can be a little overwhelming. Why are there 4+ types of rakes?! Colin helps us break down some of the more common tool categories and highlights his top 5 tools for beginning gardening. Believe it or not, this was one of our most favourite episode to record. Expect lots of laughs along the way! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Gardens During a Polar Vortex and Domesticated Bugs | 21 Jan 2024 | 00:36:06 | |
The term 'polar vortex' may have been living rent free in your brain the last couple of weeks. As temperatures plunged across the country, we saw people doing boiling water to throw into the air, people eating frozen noodles, and toilet paper sculptures. In this episode, we explore how this extreme weather event impacts our gardens and houseplants? We'll also uncover a hidden tropical paradise in Calgary, and talk about domesticating bugs. Visit the shownotes for a complete breakdown, links from today's episode, and fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 02:12 What is a 'Polar Vortex'? 04:32 Impacts on perennials 06:57 Impacts on trees & shrubs 9:39 Spring indicators 12:15 Impacts on birds 14:00 Impacts on bugs 15:40 Impacts on soil quality 17:52 Houseplants - getting them home 22:27 Houseplants - home care 30:19 Hypothetical Question of the Week ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| 8 Planty Destinations & Plant Care While Away | 14 Jan 2024 | 00:30:00 | |
Do you have the travel itch heading into 2024? If you're a plant nerd like us, and need some inspiration, then explore our 8 planty destinations. Then, we'll drop some handy plant care tips so you can rest easy knowing your plants will be there when you return. Visit the shownotes for a complete breakdown, links from today's episode, and fun extras! TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 02:07 Treehouses?! 04:26 Ecotourism 05:15 Tall, Tall Trees 06:57 Asian Influence 08:48 Flower Carpets & Waffles 12:04 Boujee Floral Inspo 14:48 Bloomin' Breathtaking 17:53 Purple Paradise 20:37 Plant Care While You're Away 23:51 Timers 26:55 Plant Playbook 26:55 Beware Floods 28:39 Fertilizing 28:52 Inspect for Pests 29:22 Outro ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram / Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| 2024 Gardening 'Intentions' | 07 Jan 2024 | 00:35:03 | |
What do you intend to do in 2024? Let's rethink the 'resolution' and just taking this time to reflect, chill out, and set some intentions for our gardens and plant education. In today's episode, Colin and Brandi each bring their 5 garden goals to the table, and perhaps some fun ones that will cause you to think outside the box a little bit. Visit the shownotes for a complete breakdown and more fun extras TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 03:13 Tone it down 04:00 Road Trip! 05:01 08:47 Grassy Quest 11:35 Switching the Fert 14:20 Down in the Weeds 16:16 Amending the Amendment 18:24 Part of the Club 23:38 A garden is never finished... or is it? 25:59 Mow away 27:20 BONUS Intention 31:37 Hypothetical Question of the Week 33:54 Extro ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Year in Review: Our Favourite Episodes, Guests, and Moments of 2023 | 31 Dec 2023 | 00:27:02 | |
we're wrapping up 2023 with a look back at all our favourite moments, guests, and fun we had talking plants and gardening! Visit our shownotes for the complete breakdown of episodes and other fun extras TIMECODES 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Prepping Your Garden for Spring 02:13 Behind the Poppy 03:36 Fertilizer: How to buy it, use it and store it 05:51 Houseplant Maintenance 08:35 Enjoying Your Garden and Avoiding Burnout 10:18 Planting Amaryllis and Bringing Fictional Plants to Life 12:23 Fall Clean Up | Autumn Mini Series 13:55 The Halloween Special 15:38 Canadian Symbols 17:13 Seed Starting: Is it for you? 19:05 Guest Speaker: Shelley Vance 21:22 Guest Speaker: Jean-Mathieu Daoust 22:33 Guest Speaker: Elise Watson 23:52 Guest Speaker: Erin Neal 25:05 Bloopers 26:37 Extro ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Instagram Facebook Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Holiday Episode: Traditions, Treats, and Santa's New Reindeer | 24 Dec 2023 | 00:32:07 | |
December is full of celebration and reflection. Whatever you're celebrating, we welcome you to our planty chat about all things fun this holiday season. Colin and Brandi dive into Global festivities, holiday treats, and a special story created by ChatGPT! Visit our shownotes for the complete holiday story and other fun goodies TIMECODES Global Holiday Traditions | 01:50 Holiday Treats | 19:00 Holiday Story | 26:30 ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| 15 Gardener Gifts in 2023 | 17 Dec 2023 | 00:28:56 | |
If you're looking to show the gardener in your life some appreciation this festive season, then dive into our 2023 gift guide complete with fun and functional ideas to suit them in the garden, indoors, and out in nature next year. Visit our shownotes for links these products. TIMECODES 10 Gardening Guides | 02:55 5 Totally 'Extra' Gifts | 23:15 ************************* Hypothetical Question of the Week | 25:30 What would be an over the top gift for Colin? ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Unwrapping the Poinsettia for #NationalPoinsettiaDay | 10 Dec 2023 | 00:31:26 | |
To celebrate #NationalPoinsettiaDay, we're unwrapping this iconic houseplant and its Christmas roots. Learn how to care for them, and ways to celebrate this special relationship in North America. 'The Flower of the Holy Night' Christmas Legend | 03:20 Poinsettia Anatomy | 05:00 Poinsettia Varieties | 07:41 Poinsettia Care - Wrap, Light, Water, Fertilizer, etc | 12:05 Celebrate #NationalPoinsettiaDay | 22:54 ************************* Hypothetical Question of the Week | 26:45 "What are your thoughts on using poinsettias as a year-round decorative plant rather than just during the holiday season? Do you believe they can bring a unique and vibrant touch to indoor spaces throughout the entire year, or do you think their association with holidays makes them best suited for seasonal use? ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Christmas Trees - History, Care, and Famous Trees | 03 Dec 2023 | 00:49:37 | |
Whether you love the scent and tradition of going out and finding a real tree or love the ease and familiarity of your artificial tree, how did Christmas trees become one of the more popular symbols of the festive season? We're going to talk about their roots (haha), types, care, and also a look into some of the more famous trees we flock toward every year. #Amaryllis Challenge Update | 01:00 Christmas Tree Roots & Traditions | 05:17 Christmas Tree Decorations | 09:00 Types of Christmas Trees | 18:05 Famous Christmas Trees | 26:13 Caring for Christmas Trees & Post-Holiday | 37:30 Hypothetical Question of the Week | 43:25 "If you were to decorate your Christmas tree with your fav food, what food would it be? ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| DIY Winter Planters & Our Dreamiest Plant Sale | 26 Nov 2023 | 00:42:30 | |
'Tis the season for Winter Decorating, and living planters work for pretty much every climate, especially the colder ones. Learn how to gather materials, plant one up, and how to care for it throughout the season. Plus, we're dreaming up our dreamiest plant goals for a hypothetical Black Friday sale. Materials | 08:30 Secret Weapon: Floral Foam or Oasis | 10:30 Pot Choices | 13:00 Soil Choices | 14:15 How to Plant one | 14:57 Tips & Tricks | 18:30 Hypothetical Question of the Week | 28:55 "If the hypothetical "Plants'R'Us had the biggest Black Friday Sale ever, what plant or garden/patio item would be the top of your wishlist to finally buy? ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Planting Amaryllis and bringing fictional plants to life | 19 Nov 2023 | 00:44:36 | |
This week, we're unearthing one of the most vibrant houseplants admired during the holiday season. The Amaryllis flower has a big personality and we're going to talk about how to plant them, care for them, and store them after they've finished blooming. Also, stay tuned for our extra fun hypothetical question of the week! Greek Mythology - Amaryllis | 10:00 The story of love. Huntington's Society of Canada | 15:21 Learn more about Huntington's Disease | LINK Amaryllis Campaign | LINK How to Plant Amaryllis Bulbs | 16:15 Step-by-step instructions | LINK Starting Bulbs in Water | 24:40 Hypothetical Question of the Week | 30:00 "If you could magically bring to life any plant from a book, movie, or mythology to have as your garden or houseplant companion, which plant would it be and why?" ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Succession Planting: Space out your harvest, support pollinators, and prep for next year | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:31:29 | |
Ever feel overwhelmed by your harvest? We know a secret way to not only help space our your harvest but also extend the growing season, support pollinators and prepare for next year! This is an episode you won't want to miss.
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| Behind the Poppy - Honouring Remembrance Day | 12 Nov 2023 | 00:29:35 | |
We pay tribute to those who served and sacrificed for our freedom, and we delve into the poignant symbol of the poppy. Join us as we explore the rich history and deep meaning behind this iconic flower, understanding why it became a symbol of remembrance and hope.
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Learn more about Remembrance Day
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"If you could take any two types of plants and marry them so you would get a brand new type of plant, what would it be?
Tree of 40 Fruit
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| "Fall Back" and Building a Winter Bucket List | 05 Nov 2023 | 00:49:31 | |
Many regions across Canada and even the world are wrapping up daylight savings and thinking ahead to winter... or dreading it. We've decided to embrace the beauty of the season and build a winter bucket list! Daylight Savings Time | 00:30 Where did it start? Do you benefit from it? Winter Bucket List | 14:00 See our complete list here Hypothetical Question of the Week | 44:00 "If you could magically grow one fruit or vegetable in your garden out of season during the winter months, what would it be, and why?
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| Halloween Special: Garden Gnomes, ChatGPT, Toxic Gardens, and more! | 29 Oct 2023 | 00:42:14 | |
The “Garden Gnomes” ventured out of the garden to celebrate the spooky season! For the first time ever, you’ll get to SEE the podcast! Let us know what you think and enjoy gnome facts, england traditions, seasonal snacks, a story from ChatGPT, and more! CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple, and Google Leave an anonymous voicemail and be featured on the show! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Harvest Food, Foliage, and Memories | 22 Oct 2023 | 00:43:11 | |
These are the final days of harvest before winter comes and we're all in the same boat. What do we do with our bountiful harvest? We'll also dive into harvesting more than just food and how you can bring the beauty of nature into your homes. 03:10 | What to with your harvest 39.20 | Question of the Week - Effectiveness of UV light on ripening veggies SHOW NOTES, INCLUDING LINKS AND PHOTOS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON OUR BLOG! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Leave an anonymous voicemail! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST) | |||
| Fall Clean up | Autumn Mini Series | 15 Oct 2023 | 00:44:41 | |
What does your autumn to-do list look like? Let's go over it together and discuss how the work you do now in the garden will greatly benefit you come spring. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Leave an anonymous voicemail! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST)
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| Fall Bulbs | Autumn Mini Series | 08 Oct 2023 | 00:39:45 | |
This week, the gardeners chat about spring flowers - what?! Yes, why do we plant spring flowering bulbs in the fall, how do we plant them, and are they really worth it? ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Leave an anonymous voicemail! Email us info@goldenacre.ca (SUBJECT: PODCAST)
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| Fall Houseplant Care | Autumn Mini Series | 01 Oct 2023 | 00:47:09 | |
This week, the gardeners are chatting about our indoor companions and how we can prepare them for the colder months ahead. Lighting, watering, repotting, fertilizing —these factors can make all the difference between a thriving plant and one that's merely surviving. If you're a beginner, we'll highlight some forgiving, and not so forgiving, options that will set yourself up for success. If you've been caring for houseplants outside over the summer, what should you watch for when you bring them in? Is autumn a good time to start propagating houseplants? This is a big episode, so grab your favourite plant-themed mug and cozy up with this latest episode on houseplants! ************************* QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Roger from Instagram! "Hi gardeners. I have a few houseplants and they didn't do as well as I hoped last year. I'd like to try grow lights. Where is a good place to start?" ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Leave an anonymous voicemail! Email us social@goldenacre.ca | |||
| Fall Tree Care | Autumn Mini Series | 24 Sep 2023 | 00:41:16 | |
This week, the gardeners are embracing autumn from the perspective of our towering trees and steadfast shrubs that deserve attention this time of year. We're excited to have Jean Mathieu-Daoust back on the show to help us prepare these arboreal wonders for the winter months ahead. How should we approach watering, fertilizing, harvesting and pruning this time of year? Truth be told, the care you give them now will promote stronger growth next spring. You can plant trees and shrubs right up until the ground freezes, so Jean will highlight 'autumn interest' options that you can bring in to encourage impressive autumnal colour. Learn why the leaves change colour and more. Special Guest | Jean-Mathieu Daoust Jean has been passionate about horticulture since early childhood. His family heritage is actually rooted in farming and forestry. Jean's first industry appearance was at 16 years old right here at Golden Acre in the late 90's. He went on to study arboriculture at Olds college in Alberta and graduated with a bachelor's degree in applied science with honours. In 2002, Jean started Tree Frog Tree Care, and grew it into one of the most successful arbourist companies in Calgary, Alberta. A few years ago, he sold it and took a much need break. In 2022 he's now the owner operator of Let it Grow! Contact Jean if you're in and around Calgary, AB for your tree servicing needs Let it Grow Horticulture | 587-574-4709 ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Email us social@goldenacre.ca
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| Fall Lawncare | Autumn Mini Series | 17 Sep 2023 | 00:29:12 | |
As the days grow shorter and a chill fills the air, our focus turns to putting our gardens to bed including our lawns. You may have been facing summer water restrictions and are hoping to breathe some life into tired grass. You may have put the pool and lawn furniture away and noticed your lawn is looking a little flat. The good news is it's the best time work on your lawn. We'll discuss fertilizer and watering. The age-old question of whether to rake leaves from your lawn—we're tackling that. Is it necessary, or can those colorful fallen leaves actually benefit your grass?
Special Guest: Shelley Vance, from Scott's Canada! Shelley Vance has worked in the lawn and garden industry for over 30 years. She has worked for a variety of different companies based in Vancouver, Canada. Shelley has spent the majority of her career supporting her customers to deliver high-quality products to their customers. Shelley is passionate about the lawn and garden industry and is the Western IGC Sales Manager for Scott’s Canada. Shelley lives in Coquitlam, BC, Canada with her husband, Jim, and has two adult daughters.
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| Fall Perennial Care | Autumn Mini Series | 10 Sep 2023 | 00:47:33 | |
We're embracing the changing seasons and exploring the wonderful realm of autumn annuals and perennials. Get ready to unlock the secrets of preparing your steadfast perennials for the impending winter chill. We'll share essential tips and tricks to ensure your garden's most cherished inhabitants brave the frost with grace and emerge even more vibrant next spring. We'll also delve into the world of autumn annuals—the versatile companions that allow us to extend the growing season and savor the outdoors for a little while longer. From the rich hues of chrysanthemums to the surprising beauty of kale, we'll explore the diverse array of annuals that lend their charm to the fall landscape. So, grab your gardening gloves and a warm cup of cider as we embark on this journey of discovery together. ************************* In this weeks episode ....
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| Growing plants in Water: Ponds and Houseplants | 28 Jul 2024 | 00:33:39 | |
We often focus on growing plants in garden beds, but we can explore pond plants and Indoor water plants too! Learn more about establishing pond plants and even growing water plants indoors!
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| Perennial Prosperity: Dividing and Transplanting Perennials in Your Garden | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:38:45 | |
Have you ever wondered how to expertly split that overcrowded clump of daylilies or hostas? Curious about the reasons why dividing perennials is essential for their health and vigor? Get ready to unearth the secrets of perennial division and transplanting, and discover how to nurture your plants' growth for years to come. Ever wondered if the principles of perennial division can be applied to larger plants like trees and shrubs? And what about those cherished houseplants – can they benefit from the same techniques? Yep, we're talking about those too! So, whether you're dreaming of a garden bursting with vitality, looking to expand your plant collection, or simply seeking to deepen your gardening know-how, this episode is packed with the insights you need. ************************* In this weeks episode ....
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| Water Talk: Nurturing Gardens and Houseplants with Effective Watering | 13 Aug 2023 | 00:57:09 | |
Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or just dipping your fingers into the soil for the first time, we've got a refreshing episode lined up for you. We'll be unraveling the mysteries of proper watering techniques, discussing just how much liquid love our leafy friends really need, and sharing a few chuckle-worthy mishaps that have left gardeners and plants alike a bit, well, waterlogged. From the gentle mist that nurtures delicate ferns to the hearty drench that fuels our veggie patches, water is the lifeline that connects us to our botanical companions. So, if you've ever wondered why your daisies droop or your succulents seem a bit sad, stick around as we quench your thirst for knowledge and laughter. So, grab your watering can, put on your gardening gloves, and get ready to soak up a blend of practical insights and entertaining stories that will leave you laughing and inspired. ************************* In this weeks episode ....
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| Horticultural Hoaxes: Unveiling Garden Myths | 06 Aug 2023 | 00:45:43 | |
In every gardener's journey, we encounter a plethora of tips, tricks, and age-old myths that have been passed down through generations. But have you ever wondered if those 'golden rules' are actually based on solid ground or merely sprouting from hearsay? Today, the gardeners will bring clarity to the muddy waters of gardening myths. ************************* In this weeks episode ....
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| Gardening for your Health and Community Featuring Erin Neal | 30 Jul 2023 | 00:31:00 | |
Gardening is good for our health and our community. We are so fortunate to have our friend, and neighbour, Erin Neal on the podcast! Learn more about Erin's important work in community support and the impacts gardening has had on her and on her role with the Calgary Drop-in Centre. The partnership between Golden Acre and the Drop-in Centre is a beautiful one and hopefully will inspire a similar project in your community! ************************* In this weeks episode ....
************************* Special Guest | Erin Neal Erin is the Senior Coordinator for Affordable Housing at the Calgary Drop-In Centre and has been in the sector for over 15 years, serving those experiencing homelessness. She has a personal interest in gardening, and this is a part of her self-care routine. One specific project Erin supports with Golden Acres help, is the Greenview Rise community garden. It is in its 3rd growing year and offers a creative space for community members who have exited homelessness to engage in their varying abilities to garden. During our gardening day, with Colin and Jimmy, some of the highlights was on how to attract different pollinators into the garden and how often gardeners should be fertilizing their plants. Residents were able to choose what they planted in their gardening plots and there was a mixture of herbs, vegetables, berries, and flowers available. One resident said "I saw a lot of happy faces gardening today for the first time ever . . . it creates a sense of ownership, pride, and accomplishment. I had a wonderful time interacting with the garden folks and it means residents joining and relating to our new shared hobby." Erin looks forward to supporting the Greenview Rise Community Garden looks forward through this season and many of the residents have already been discussing how they will share their harvests with each other and incorporate them into their recipes.RESOURCES Article: "Community Gardens at the DI" ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Email us social@goldenacre.ca
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