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Let’s talk hedges! Whether they’re evergreen or deciduous, used to screen off an ugly view or to add structure to your landscape, they’re incredibly useful. Plus, learn about a fast-growing arborvitae for hedges, growing ferns indoors, and an interview from a professional composter.
This week we talk about one of the feistiest little birds out there, the hummingbird! Learn how you can help support hummingbirds – from plants to use in your garden to food you can easily make yourself. Our plant on trial this week is not only great for hummingbirds, but for our fellow gardeners in those hot USDA zones (looking at you, 8-10!).
Specimen plants are those that transform your landscape from one that merely exists to one that grabs everyone’s attention.
Whether you call them indoor plants or house plants, we’ve got the tips to keep them looking their best – although that may involve mayonnaise (seriously!). We also talk about a super cold tolerant native shrub that blooms all summer, gardening with your partner, and a California woodpecker who has been very, very busy.
Stacey and Rick kick off the show with a look at the National Plants of the Year for 2023: