Episodios

  • Gifts for Gardeners ENCORE
    Nov 29 2025
    In this special holiday episode, we share our favorite gardening tools and products* perfect for gifting the gardeners in your life -- and yourself!*Disclosure: Some of these items were sent to us free to trial, but many we have repurchased on our own as well as for gifts for other gardeners. The gift ideas here are linked to an Amazon affiliate account, so if you click on them and order any, Washington Gardener Magazine gets a few pennies added to the account for the referral. Our full Amazon storefront is here.BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribeIf you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 177: New Plants and Products 2025https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-223-new-plants.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 177: New Plants and Products 2024https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-177-new-plants.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 133: New Plants and Products 2023https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-133-new-plants.htmlWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Edit and Show Notes: Zachary IntraterMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyThis episode is archived at: https://open.spotify.com/episode/05OnrTPw3wrGW5LVf2ntmBShow Notes:02:13 - Dramm 12454 5-Liter Premium High-Grade Plastic Watering Can03:49 - Gardener's Supply Company Madison Rain Barrel05:36 - Foxgloves - Medium, I like Iris (purple) and Moss green08:00 - Sloggers Garden Clog09:40 - Scala Wide Brim Garden Hat12:08 - Garden Kneeling Pad14:44 - Corona Long Straight Snips, Stainless Steel16:22 - CobraHead Weeder and Cultivator18:46 - O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream, 3.4 oz., Jar20:45 - Alaska Fish Fertilizer 5-1-1 Concentrate 1 Quart23:09 - Garden Fabric Row Cover25:54 - Dramm One-Touch Rain Wand27:43 - Mosquito Dunks30:26 - MuckBoots32:19 - Copper Plant Labels33:41 - Shrub Rake35:05 - Hori Hori Knife37:05 - Bypass Pruners38:16 - Deer Repellent Systemic Tablets41:47 - Tool Sharpener43:02 - Motorized Spray Bottle44:25 - Bonus Item: Tenax Deer Net47:32 - Thank you for listening! Please become a supporter.See more gift ideas at: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/11/holiday-gifts-for-gardeners-top.html
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  • Sedums Tall and Small with Brent Horvath
    Nov 22 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening and Beyond, we talk with planstman Brent Horvath all about sedums. The plant profile is on Thyme and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Thanksgiving" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.

    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 130: Groundcovers versus Ground Covers

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-130.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 193: Epimediums

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-193-epimediums.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 53: Superior Perennials

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-53-superior.html

    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe


    Show Notes will be posted after 11/30/25.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!


    Episode Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany
    Recorded on 11/22/2025.

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  • Black Flora with Teri Speight
    Nov 15 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening and Beyond, we talk with Teri Speight all about inspiring Black flower farmers and florists. The plant profile is on the Katsura Tree and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Spud-tacular Crafts" from Christy Page of GreenPrints.


    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 66: Small Space Gardening

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-66-small-space.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 5: Horticultural Storyteller

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-5.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 253: The Flower-to-Vase Movement

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-253-farm-to.html

    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe


    You can order Teri's book Black Flora at ⁠https://amzn.to/4p6gWnq⁠ (Note that is an affiliate link.)


    Show Notes will be posted after 11/25/25.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!

    Episode Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany

    Recorded on 11-15-2025.

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  • Chocolate in the Garden
    Nov 8 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Sheri Ann Richerson all about gardening with chocolate. The plant profile is on Fritallaria and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on "Past, Present, and Future Me" by Christy Page of GreenPrints.


    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 237: Edible Native Plants

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-237-edible.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 159: Herbal Libations

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-159-herbal.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 59: Gardening with Tropical Plants

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2021/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-59-gardening.html


    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe

    You can order Sheri Ann's book at ⁠https://amzn.to/3XjNRJe ⁠(Note that is an affiliate link.)

    Show Notes will be posted after 11/18/25.

    Here is a link to my favorite Chocolate Zucchini Bread Recipe: https://pin.it/3tdZolwOGWe welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!

    Episode 263 Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 11-8-2025.

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  • Personalizing Your Landscape Design
    Nov 1 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with David Marciniak of Revolutionary Gardens, all about designing a garden for your personality. The plant profile is on Virginia Sweetspire and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Carrot Waltz by Christy Page of GreenPrints.


    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 207: Garden Planning and Design

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-207-garden.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 158: Garden Transformations

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/07/gardendc-podcast-episode-158-garden.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 89: Working with a Landscape Designer

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-89-working.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 149: Garden Design for Plant Collectors

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/05/gardendc-podcast-episode-149-garden.html


    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe


    Show Notes are posted at https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/11/gardendc-podcast-episode-262.html

    We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!

    Episode Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 11-1-2025.

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    58 m
  • Carnivorous Plants
    Oct 25 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with the Ethan Kamerow of Cultivate the City, all about Carnivorous Plants The plant profile is on Mexican Bush Sage and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Many Ways to Use Pumpkin by Christy Page of GreenPrints.

    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 14: Unusual Edibles

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-14-niraj-ray.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 77: Goth Gardening

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-175-herstory.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 171: Murder in the Garden

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-171-murder-in.html

    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe


    Show Notes are posted to https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-261.html

    We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!

    Episode Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 10-25-2025.

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  • Orchids of the First Ladies
    Oct 18 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with the Arthur Chadwick of Chadwick & Son Orchids, all about the First Ladies' Orchids. The plant profile is on Snake Plant and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the October Leafy Soirée by Christy Page of GreenPrints.

    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 15: Orchids

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-15-orchids.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 175: Herstory of DC Gardens

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/12/gardendc-podcast-episode-175-herstory.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 153: An American Garden Story

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-153-american.html


    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe


    Show Notes are posted to: https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/10/gardendc-podcast-episode-260-orchids-of.html


    We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!

    Episode Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany

    Recorded on 10/18/2025.

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  • From Garden to Farm with the Gardening Gays
    Oct 11 2025

    In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with the Gardening Gays -- Kevin and Dragan, all about their transition from small garden to country farm. The plant profile is on Hairy Aster and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Ghost Orchid by Christy Page of GreenPrints.


    If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 224: The Reformation of a Bad Naturalist

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/01/gardendc-podcast-episode-224.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 253: The Farm-to-Vase Movement

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/08/gardendc-podcast-episode-253-farm-to.html

    ~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 7: Chickens in the Garden

    https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2020/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-7-chickens-in.html


    BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter/subscriber at: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/subscribe

    Show Notes:01:27 Introducing Kevin and Dragan03:55 Transitioning from city to country living09:58 Settling in King George, Virginia13:23 Understanding King George’s growing conditions17:48 Chronicling the Journey: The Gardening Gays20:25 Learning from early mistakes23:42 Connecting with followers and community25:10 Reflecting on progress and growth28:32 From townhouse to farm life30:58 A day in the life on the farm35:15 Building a farm store36:55 Local demand and community support38:03 Propagating plants and expanding40:01 Orchard Management: Pest Control46:01 Future plans for further expansion50:50 Was it worth it?53:35 Hairy Aster Plant Profile54:59 What’s new in the garden this week?57:36 The Last Word with Christy Page: Ghost Orchid59:32 Support the Garden DC Podcast!

    We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.

    And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!

    Episode Credits:
    Host and Producer: Kathy Jentz

    Interview Edit and Show Notes: Cavit Ireland

    Music: Let the Sunshine by James Mulvany
    Recorded on 10-11-2025.

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