Episodes 240
Avg. Duration 54m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (179)
Since Feb 2018
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Musings with people in the world of gardening, botany, horticulture and nature. Marlene takes her years of gardening experience, success and failures and turns it into an unpretentious, humorous listen. From organic vegetable gardening, houseplants, bee keeping, flowers, and everything in between -- this podcast covers it.

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FPGH 239: June To Do, Listener Q&A

Jun 07, 2026 1h

Its June -- and yes you can still plant tomatoes and many other vegetables. Bruce and I discuss what can be planted and what garden chores you should tackle this month. Plus, we answer your…

FPGH 238: Garden Pests, Part 2

May 31, 2026 1h 10m

In part 2, Bruce and I discuss some larger pests that can cause issues in your garden including leaf footed bugs, rats, gophers, and cats! Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good…

FPGH 237: Garden Pests, Part 1

May 25, 2026 1h 8m

Aphids, snails, thrips oh my! Bruce and I cover some of the most problematic pests you may encounter in your garden. In part one, we cover sucking and chewing insects, what to do about them and why…

FPGH 236: May To Do List + Listener Q&A

May 14, 2026 1h

It's May…if you have been waiting to plant peppers and eggplants, the time is here. Join Bruce and I as we go over what else to plant and tackle in the garden. Plus we answer your questions about…

FPGH.235: Unusual Vegetables to Grow

Apr 26, 2026 1h 2m

Love growing tomatoes and peppers but want to try something different? Bruce and I give our lists of top 10 unusual vegetables to grow. Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes…

FPGH234: Soil Structure

Apr 19, 2026 55m

Healthy soil is the key to a healthy, productive beautiful garden but it can be a bit confusing with all the info out there. We discuss how to determine what kind of soil you have, how and what to…

FPGH 233: April To Do List & Listener Q&A

Apr 12, 2026 1h 10m

It's officially tomato planting time! But what else can you plant? And what, in our opinion, should you hold off a bit longer planting. We go over your April garden tasks to do as well as answer your…

FPGH 232: Top 10 Gardening Tips

Apr 01, 2026 1h 1m

Bruce and I each break down our top 10 tips and tricks for growing a successful vegetable garden — no peeking, no comparing notes beforehand. Just two opinionated gardeners with a lot to say about…

FPGH 231: Amorphophallus & the Corpse Flower, with Plant Explorer Derek Carwood

Mar 15, 2026 1h 32m

To smell and see a Titan Arum in bloom is pretty spectacular, but what really fascinates me is the evolution and incredible diversity within the entire Amorphophallus genus. In this episode, I'm…

FPGH 230: March To Do List + Listener Q&A

Mar 07, 2026 54m

Not sure if it's time to plant tomatoes or if you can squeeze in another round of broccoli? Bruce and I will break down what garden tasks could and should be done in March. Plus we answer your…

FPGH 229: Top 10 Favorite Fragrant Plants

Feb 26, 2026 1h 2m

Looking to add a fragrant touch to your bedroom window or entry way? Bruce and Marlene each give their top 10 favorite fragrant plants. Will yours be on the list? And we also reveal our most…

FPGH 228: Seed Starting

Feb 15, 2026 1h 8m

There are many benefits for starting plants from seeds. But what are the best techniques for success. Bruce and Marlene go into detail on the basics and discuss more advanced seed starting…

FPGH 227: February To Do List

Feb 08, 2026 1h 4m

Believe it or not, spring is around the corner. It has been very dry in NorCal so far – sometimes we get Spring rain, so still TBD. LOTS of prep to do for the upcoming season. It is time to plant: …

FPGH 226: Top 10 Easiest Houseplants To Grow

Jan 31, 2026 1h 9m

Kill every houseplant you try to grow? Not anymore. Bruce and I share our top 10 easiest houseplants that are guaranteed to thrive in your home… even if you are convinced you have a brown thumb. …

FPGH 225: Welwitschia, with Gianluca Bacci of rareplantcatalog.com

Jan 25, 2026 1h 3m

Welwitschia mirabilis is one of the most unique plant species and on this episode we dive into everything about it. Succulent extraordinaire, Gianluca Bacci of rareplantcatalog.com, joins me in…

FPGH 224: January To Do List & Listener Q&A

Dec 31, 2025 41m

It is the January To Do List – lots of fog in the California Central Valley recently, so a good amount of moisture even without significant rain. Temperatures have been on the lower side, but no…

FPGH 224: January To Do List & Listener Q&A

Dec 31, 2025 41m

It is the January To Do List – lots of fog in the California Central Valley recently, so a good amount of moisture even without significant rain. Temperatures have been on the lower side, but no…

FPGH.223: Holiday Plants

Dec 21, 2025 1h 9m

Tired of getting a holiday plant just to have it die on you. Don't worry, Bruce and Marlene, share tips on how to prevent your plants from ending up in the compost bin after the New Year. Topics…

FPGH 222: December To Do & Listener Q&A

Dec 08, 2025 1h 14m

It is the December To Do List, and we are in the middle of winter garden season. Weather is moderately cold, foggy, and so far it has been pretty dry. We finish up with a Listener Q&A. It is…

FPGH 220: Brendan Wilce, of the California Native Plant Society

Dec 06, 2025 1h 4m

Fall is a great time to plant California natives. Brendan Wilce of the California Native Plant Society joins me to give his 10 top favorite natives. This episode is sponsored by BeWaterSmart. The…

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