August 02, 2018
The flower lady of Gallatin is one busy gardener. City buildings, historic sites, and neglected empty lots have all benefited from her efforts of beautification of her small town in Tennessee.
A tutorial for a frugal DIY drip irrigation system that is suitable for a concentrated garden area.
July 26, 2018
In Tennessee, Jeff Poppen has learned that Chinese cabbage and bok choy simply don't do well in the spring. So, in mid-July, he transplants seedlings and direct sows in a field row for a fall harvest.
We tour an urban lot that is being used to grow food for the hungry in the Tri-State area. This garden has an all-volunteer work force dedicated to growing nutrient-dense produce.
July 19, 2018
We are treated to a long stroll through a rose lover's backyard full of older hybrids and some 'found' rose varieties. There are climbers, ramblers and shrubs; all 100% organically grown.
Butternut squash is the featured fresh vegetable in this satisfying and tasty soup.
July 12, 2018
From concept to realization, we tour the Level One Arboretum and garden at Davidson Academy in Nashville, TN. This public garden space has 5 years growth. It's been certified as a wildlife habitat by the Tennessee Wildlife Foundation.
July 05, 2018
This 3,000 square foot garden was established in 2010 by Dr. Wayne Estes and boasts more than 300 native plants. The garden is used for education and research, and is open to the public.
In Tennessee, 271 million ash trees could potentially become infested with the emerald ash borer. Prevention against this pest is the key. Dean Glascock of Arbor Art Tree Care shares information about tree evaluation and treatment options.
Whether it is a pond, or a pondless water feature, Derek Johnson of JVI Secret Gardens shares realistic expectations of the maintenance involved to keep a selection of features running smoothly.
June 28, 2018
We visit with Nashville Grown where the enthusiasm for their mission is infectious. This thriving non-profit is a food hub aggregating and distributing local food and farm products to the wholesale market.
Iris from across the years are displayed in tidy stone-edged raised beds on the campus of Ellington Agricultural Center in Nashville. Two of the beds are devoted solely to Dykes medal winners. The majority of the iris are tall bearded.
