GARDEN SMART

#7201 Gardening And Plants Connect People
Flowers bring young and old together, and studies have demonstrated that socialization has numerous benefits. Tune in as GardenSMART visits a senior citizen center where old and young join in creating beautiful flower arrangements.

#7202 Simple Yet Inspired Front Entryway Design
Connecting our home to its location is key to making arriving at the front of our home a welcoming experience. GardenSMART visits an accomplished landscape designer who has recently improved her home’s look by sprucing up the driveway, garage door, and front entryway. The results are impressive. Tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7203 Incorporating The Garden Into Our Everyday Menus
GardenSMART visits an outstanding cooking school. It’s run by a talented chef who educates folks about where their food comes from, and how to incorporate freshly-grown ingredients into their meals. Tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7204 An Iconic Southern Garden
GardenSMART visits a beautiful garden with deep roots in history, and a long legacy. As our gardens mature, how should we keep them healthy and interesting? We visit a great location that has an accomplished gardener who maintains a tremendous garden, yet still keeps it relevant today. Tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7205 The Healing Power of Plants
The therapeutic benefits of gardening have been documented since ancient times. Today, horticultural therapy is making huge strides in working with senior citizens. No matter our age and health, gardening has many positive benefits. Be sure to tune in as GardenSMART explores the field of horticultural therapy.

#7206 Designing a Four-Season Garden
Starting with a blank canvas, GardenSMART follows the development of a garden at an extremely difficult site. This episode chronicles the first steps of the process. There’s a lot of good information and tips we can use in our own gardens. Tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7207 The Structure Of The Garden
It’s important to address – early on – the structure of a garden. Pathways, rocks, drainage, and water management are elements to consider before the plants go in the ground. In this episode GardenSMART chronicles the important steps to take before planting begins. A lot to learn; tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7208 Using Plants to Create Intimate Spaces Within a Garden
Plant selection and the placement of a garden are crucial in order to create a space that says, “Stop, look at me!” GardenSMART visits with an expert who shares his thoughts and knowledge as to how to best make that happen. Tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7209 Using Indoor Plants Outdoors
Have a shady spot outdoors? Consider using indoor plants in this setting. These often have interesting colors and textures, so can be ideal for these shady locations. A lot of interesting gardening ideas. Join us as we GardenSMART.

#7210 A Garden Designed to Enhance Nature’s Beauty
GardenSMART visits a hidden gem. From ponds and waterfalls to stunning plants and garden art, this garden provides lessons galore. Tune in and join us as we GardenSMART.

#7211 A 500-Year-Old Garden in the Heart of Amsterdam
Founded as a medical garden for doctors and apothecaries, de Hortus Botanicus now features over 4,000 species of plants. This historical garden highlights architecture, design, plants and history. A lot to learn; tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7212 Converting a Tired Landscape
If our landscaping has gotten old and tired, where should we start in order to spruce it up? GardenSMART chronicles the steps taken to turn this dated space into a vibrant English cottage garden. This episode starts at the very beginning of the transformation, and there are great gardening lesson throughout. Tune in as we GardenSMART.

#7213 From Soil, to Planting, to Furniture: A Garden Makeover
Building a garden from the ground up requires getting our hands in the dirt. Once that’s done, there are great tools, plants, and outdoor furniture that will make the makeover really shine. A great GardenSMART episode; be sure to tune in.