Down The Garden Path Podcast

Down The Garden Path Podcast

Joanne Shaw

Episodes 362
Avg. Duration 58m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.1 (21)
Since Oct 2017
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Weekly
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Episodic
Consistency
80%
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rss.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

Join landscape designer Joanne Shaw for practical, down-to-earth tips, expert interviews, and seasonal advice to help you create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden.

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Recent Episodes

S12E21 Is a Pondless Water Feature Right for Your Yard?

Jun 08, 2026 37m

In this episode of Down the Garden Path, we revisit last spring's conversation with Ernest Williams from Aquascape about how pondless water features can bring the beauty, movement, and soothing sound…

S12E20 5 Tips for Starting a Landscape Project

Jun 04, 2026 23m

Thinking about starting a landscape project? In this popular episode from last summer, Joanne shares practical advice from her years as a landscape designer, including how to plan with confidence,…

S12E19 The Basics of Fruit Tree Pruning & Care

May 27, 2026 1h 7m

In this popular episode from last spring, Joanne speaks with author and fruit tree care educator Susan Poizner about her book, Fruit Tree Pruning: The Science and Art of Cultivating Healthy Fruit…

S12E14 Why Do Gardens Need Mulch?

May 19, 2026 18m

This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne explains why mulch matters in the garden, how to choose the right kind, and why proper mulching can make a big difference for your soil, plants, and trees.…

S12E17 Gardening Basics for the Beginner Gardener

May 12, 2026 42m

This week on the podcast, Joanne speaks with Bri Petersen from Urban Gardening Canada about her new e-book, Gardening Basics for the Beginner Gardener. In this episode: Beginner Gardeners Need…

S12E16 Ontario's Pick-Your-Own Peony Farm

May 04, 2026 44m

What if you could walk through acres of blooming peonies and cut your own bouquet to take home? In this episode, Joanne welcomes Valérie Chort of Fleur de Roy to share the story behind Southern…

S12E15 What Are the May Garden Do's and Don'ts?

Apr 28, 2026 36m

This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne discusses do's and don'ts for your May garden, and walks you through what to do now, what to wait on, and how to give your garden the best start for the…

S12E14 Tips for Growing Lettuce, Spinach & Potatoes

Apr 21, 2026 48m

Thinking about growing your own lettuce, spinach, and potatoes this spring? In this April 2025 encore episode, Joanne chats with Julia Dimakos about successfully growing these popular vegetables at…

S12E13 Native Trees: Finding the Right Tree for the Right Spot

Apr 13, 2026 52m

This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne chats with Manny Lavrador about the growing interest in native trees and how to choose the right one for your property. In this episode: Why are native…

S12E12 Hardy Canadian-Grown Roses from Jackson & Perkins

Apr 07, 2026 47m

Have you been hesitant to add roses to your garden? This week on the podcast, Joanne talks with Paul Zimmerman about Jackson & Perkins' expansion into Canada, what it means for rose lovers, and…

S12E11 April in the Garden

Mar 31, 2026 29m

After a long winter, it's tempting to get outside and start tidying, digging, and checking everything off our spring to-do list. But April is such a gentle, in-between month in the garden, and it…

S12E10 Landscape Designer Spotlight: Abby Rupsa of Botanical Living

Mar 23, 2026 49m

This month on Down the Garden Path, Joanne welcomes five talented landscape designers, each with their own style, story, and specialty. What connects them all is a shared passion for creating…

S12E9 Landscape Designer Spotlight: Jeff Collins of REWILD Landscapes

Mar 16, 2026 1h 17m

This month on Down the Garden Path, Joanne welcomes five talented landscape designers, each with their own style, story, and specialty. What connects them all is a shared passion for creating…

S12E8 Landscape Designer Spotlight: Rita Nugent of Rita Nugent Landscape Design

Mar 09, 2026 1h 4m

This month on Down the Garden Path, Joanne welcomes five talented landscape designers, each with their own style, story, and specialty. What connects them all is a shared passion for creating…

S12E7 Landscape Designer Spotlight: John Bright of BRIGHT Design Studio

Mar 04, 2026 49m

This month on Down the Garden Path, Joanne welcomes five talented landscape designers, each with their own style, story, and specialty. What connects them all is a shared passion for creating…

S12E6 Little Forests Durham with Ingrid Janssen

Feb 26, 2026 55m

This week, Joanne welcomes master gardener Ingrid Janssen to the podcast to discuss the inspiring work being done by Little Forests Durham, a nonprofit organization focused on planting Miyawaki mini…

S12E5 Bloomin' Easy Plants with Madison House

Feb 19, 2026 38m

This week, Joanne welcomes Madison House of Bloomin' Easy Plants to the podcast to talk about what makes gardening feel "easy" for newer gardeners and what's new in their plant lineup this year.…

S12E4 Houseplant Chat: Fertilizer

Feb 11, 2026 12m

In the fourth episode of Down the Garden Path's "Houseplant Chat" series, Joanne discusses the basics of fertilizing houseplants. Topics Covered When to start fertilizing Wait until days are…

S12E3 Houseplant Chat: Propagation Made Simple

Feb 03, 2026 17m

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. Topics discussed: Quick recap of…

S12E2 Houseplant Chat: Soil & Watering Tips

Jan 26, 2026 20m

In the second episode of Down the Garden Path's "Houseplant Chat" series, Joanne focuses on soil and watering techniques during the winter months. Topics discussed: Joanne emphasizes the vital role…

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Down The Garden Path Podcast has published 362 episodes since October 2017, covering topics in Hobbies, Home & Garden.

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