Join Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo as they discuss all things related to gardening, flower farming, and growing from seed. Lisa brings over two decades of flower farming experience to the conversation, while Layne offers the perspective of an avid home gardener, seed starter, and engineer. Together, the duo provides an informative and entertaining look into the world of flowers as well as vegetables, bulbs, woodies, and more. From seed starting to harvesting and everything in between, this series is full of practical tips, tricks, and information to get you growing with success.
Lisa Mason Ziegler & Layne Angelo
The Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne podcast is an absolute gem for aspiring flower farmers and avid gardeners alike. As an aspiring flower farmer myself, I appreciate the bite-sized episodes that are perfect for busy individuals like me. Since I have three young children, I don't have a lot of free time to sit down and watch YouTube videos, so being able to listen to these episodes as podcasts while driving my kids to school is incredibly convenient. The hosts, Lisa and Lane, are like mommy birds feeding me little worms of knowledge to help me grow and succeed in my flower farming journey. I love how practical and step-by-step the tips are, especially when it comes to species and variety specifics. This podcast is no-nonsense and provides a friendly and positive atmosphere for all green thumbs out there.
The best aspect of this podcast is the accessibility and informative content it offers. The hosts make sure their guidance is clear and easy to understand, making it accessible even for beginners in the field of flower farming or gardening. Their down-to-earth style creates a friendly environment where listeners feel comfortable asking questions or seeking advice. The topics discussed are specific, informative, and leave no room for vague information. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, you'll find something valuable in each episode.
One minor flaw of this podcast is that sometimes Layne poses a question to Lisa but answers it herself, which leaves Lisa with not much to do but reiterate what was just said. However, this can also be seen as beneficial since repetition helps solidify the information in our minds. Overall, it's a minor issue considering the wealth of knowledge shared in each episode.
In conclusion, The Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne podcast is an invaluable resource for flower farmers at any stage of their journey. It provides practical guidance, detailed information on various flowers, and tackles important questions beginners may have. Whether you're listening while driving or in the field, you'll always come away with something new and valuable. This podcast stands out from others in the genre due to its informative and specific nature. The hosts, Lisa and Layne, have created a goldmine of flower farming knowledge that any aspiring flower farmer or avid gardener will greatly benefit from.
Wondering if poppies make good cut flowers? Curious about the proper harvest stage and how to condition both flowers and pods? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of harvesting Iceland Poppies (Papaver nudicaule) and Giant Poppy Pods (Papaver somniferum) for use as cut flowers. They cover the proper harvest stage, conditioning tips, and the expected vase life for both Iceland Poppies and Giant Poppy Pods. Plus, the girls provide an update regarding the podcast schedule going forward. Listen to the podcast and learn how to get the most vase life out of your poppy flowers and pods!The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions!Mentions:"Seed Talk" YouTube PlaylistOnline Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to HarvestShop: Poppy Seeds"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion FormTGW YouTube ChannelTGW iPhone App (iOS App Store)TGW Android App (Google Play)Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking forward to bouquets filled with snapdragons this spring? Wondering which varieties to grow, how tightly to space the plants, and whether or not to pinch? In this excerpt from episode 36, Layne is joined by Gretel Adams of Sunny Meadows Flower Farm in Columbus, Ohio to discuss one of her farm's top five Mother's Day flowers - snapdragons. Layne and Gretel cover why snapdragons are such an important crop for Sunny Meadows, information about snapdragon groups, favorite colors and varieties, growing in structures versus the field, spacing when growing the plants as "one and done" crops, the proper harvest stage, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how Gretel and her team grow gorgeous snapdragons year after year!The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions!Mentions:"Seed Talk" YouTube PlaylistEpisode 35 - Mother's Day Flowers, Part 1 - Anemones & Ranunculus with Gretel AdamsEpisode 36 - Mother's Day Flowers, Part 2 - Stock, Snapdragons & Tulips with Gretel AdamsSteve & Gretel's Greenhouse Transplant Guide with Spacing InformationOnline Course: Flower Farming School Online: Growing Cut-Flower Crops in Hoop & GreenhousesSunny Meadows Flower Farm Website & Instagram"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion FormTGW YouTube ChannelTGW iPhone App (iOS App Store)TGW Android App (Google Play)Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering what's happening at the flower farm this month? Curious about which tasks should be on your radar? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss what's going on at the farm in February, offer a tip of the month, and cover recent questions from listeners. Listen to the podcast and learn about the goings-on at a southeastern Virginia (USDA zone 8a) flower farm!The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions!Mentions:"Seed Talk" YouTube PlaylistOnline Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to HarvestShop: SeedsEpisode 27 - Thinning Direct-Seeded & Self-Sown Beds of SeedlingsEpisode 34 - Fertilizer Routine for Seedlings, Beds & PlantsEpisode 77 - Growing Hellebores as Cut FlowersEpisode 122 - Pantone Color of the Year 2025 & Scabiosa 'Ping Pong'"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion FormTGW YouTube ChannelTGW iPhone App (iOS App Store)TGW Android App (Google Play)Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wishing you could add a pop of powder blue to your bouquets? Interested in learning how to grow Tweedia as a cool flower? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the delightful flowers of Tweedia 'Heavenly Blue' (Oxypetalum coeruleum). They cover why home gardeners and flower farmers should consider growing it and offer tips on spacing, pinching, harvesting, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to boost your bouquets with the true blue, star-shaped flowers of Tweedia!The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions!Mentions:"Seed Talk" YouTube PlaylistOnline Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to HarvestShop: Tweedia 'Heavenly Blue' Seeds"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion FormTGW YouTube ChannelTGW iPhone App (iOS App Store)TGW Android App (Google Play)Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Confused about how often to water your soil blocks? Wondering what to do if your blocks seem to stay wet for too long or dry out too quickly? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips and tricks for watering soil blocks. They cover how to water the blocks, including recommended equipment and frequency, and troubleshoot overly wet or dry blocks. Listen to the podcast and learn how to properly water your soil blocks for seed-starting success! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Seed-Starting Equipment Episode 31 - Growth on Soil Blocks, Overwatering & Damping Off "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Debating whether or not to grow calendula on your farm or in your garden? Wondering if the stems are long enough to include in mixed bouquets, or if there are any tips for dealing with the stickiness when harvesting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some common questions about Calendula officinalis (aka pot marigolds). They cover a myriad of queries and concerns regarding timing, stem length, stickiness, conditioning, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to make the most of these colorful harbingers of spring! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Calendula Seeds Episode 23 - Cut & Come Again Cool Flowers, Part 2 Episode 95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering which cool flowers to plant in very early spring? Curious what to do if the ground is frozen, or if you live in a warm, frost-free climate? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss frequently asked questions about planting cool flowers (aka cool-season hardy annuals) in very early spring. They describe how to determine your optimal very early spring planting window and cover a myriad of questions and concerns. Listen to the podcast and learn how to make the most of your very early spring planting window! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds Episode 20 - Cool Flowers Troubleshooting - Direct Seeding in Very Early Spring "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Is a winter storm heading your way, or has one just passed? Wondering how to protect the cool flowers overwintering in your field or garden? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss preparing for a winter storm and dealing with the aftermath when growing cool-season hardy annuals outdoors. They cover helpful steps to take before, during, and after a storm, and offer real-life stories from past winter events. Listen to the podcast and learn how to give your cool flowers their best chance of survival! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds Episode 68 - Row Cover Do's & Don'ts Episode 73 - 7 Common Causes of Cool Flower Plant Loss Over Winter "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering how to keep track of your seed starting and planting times throughout the year? Confused about which dates to mark on your calendar and how to determine them? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss planning your growing season using a wall calendar. They cover why a physical calendar may be a good choice and walk through the steps to fill out your first and last frost dates, planting windows, and target seed starting dates. Listen to the podcast and get organized for a year of beauty and bounty in the garden! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Episode 25 - Seed Starting & Transplant Timing Episode 75 - Cool Flower Succession Planting in Very Early Spring & Beyond Useful Links (Including AT-A-GLANCE Yearly Wall Calendar) Shop: Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Happy New Year, everyone! Interested in integrating the Pantone Color of the Year into your garden or floral arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the Pantone Color of the Year for 2025 ('Mocha Mousse') and a plant that produces unique, geometric seed heads that embody this color story (Scabiosa stellata 'Ping Pong'). Listen to the podcast and find out why 'Ping Pong' starflower is a must-grow plant for your garden or farm! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: 'Ping Pong' Scabiosa Seeds Episode 18 - Pantone Color of the Year 2023 & Zinnia 'Uproar Rose' Episode 70 - Pantone Color of the Year 2024 & Celosia 'Jura Salmon' "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering why a cut-flower grower might focus on annuals rather than perennials? Interested in learning how an urban flower farm's seed-starting operation scaled up over time and which crops were essential to its success? In this excerpt from episode 6 ('How Seeds Changed My Life - Lisa Mason Ziegler Edition'), Layne interviews Lisa about her seed-starting journey as a gardener and flower farmer. They discuss the reasons why Lisa decided to focus on growing annuals on her flower farm, how her seed-starting operation has evolved over the years, seeds she struggled with, the most significant crops for her farm, and more. Listen to the podcast and enjoy learning about Lisa's journey with seeds! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 6 - How Seeds Changed My Life - Lisa Mason Ziegler Edition Shop: Seeds, Seed Starting Equipment, Books Flower Farming School Online: The Basics, Annual Crops, Marketing & More! Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering which tools and supplies you need to get started in flower arranging? Looking for a last-minute holiday gift for a flower lover? In this excerpt from episode 14, Lisa and Layne are joined by Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers to discuss the essential tools and supplies to include in a floral design kit. Listen to the podcast and get ready to build the ultimate flower arranging kit for yourself or a flower-loving friend! The video version of Lisa, Layne, and Ellen's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 14 - DIY Flower Arranging Kit with Ellen Frost Ellen's Website, Local Color Flowers Website Shop TGW Website: Shears, Cut-Flower Food, On-Demand Workshop: Preparing to Sell to Florists, Florist School Online: Building Your Business with Local Flower Sourcing Shop TGW App: Floral Netting, Clear Oasis Tape Other Items: Floral Genius Flower Frogs, Vases, Stem Wire "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for the perfect gift for a gardener or flower farmer this holiday season? Lisa and Layne have you covered! In this excerpt from episode 13 ('Great Gifts for Gardeners'), the girls discuss five fantastic gift ideas for gardeners. Listen to the podcast and find the perfect presents for all the gardeners in your life, including yourself! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 13 - Great Gifts for Gardeners Shop TGW Website: Gloves, Shears & Pouch, Sod Knife Non-TGW Items: ReLeaf Leaf Scoops, Gardener's Supply Lifetime Mini Trowel Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Do you love brightening up your home with the spectacular blooms of amaryllis throughout the winter season? Wondering how often to water or fertilize the plants, or how to prevent the flower stalks from curving, leaning, or flopping? In this excerpt from episode 15, Lisa and Layne are joined by Val Schirmer of Three Toads Farm to discuss tips and tricks for growing amaryllis (Hippeastrum) indoors. They cover watering, fertilizing, where to locate your amaryllis, tips for keeping the stalks straight, and what to do if your amaryllis grows too tall and starts flopping. Listen to the podcast and get ready to enjoy showstopping amaryllis blooms in your home all winter long! The video version of Lisa, Layne, and Val's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 15 - Amaryllis - Forcing Indoors & Saving Bulbs with Val Schirmer On-Demand Workshop: Forcing Glorious Blooms for the Holidays and Beyond! Three Toads Farm Website Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
In honor of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, Lisa and Layne spotlight something they are thankful for - all the hardworking growers of the world who produce the seed that allows us to grow so many wonderful plants at home and on our farms. In this excerpt from episode 17 ('Seed Production & Saving Celosia Seed with Emily Nekl'), Dr. Emily Nekl of Fuggles Flowers joins Lisa and Layne to discuss her experiences growing 'Texas Plumes' celosia for seed production, providing valuable tips and tricks for harvesting, drying, and cleaning the seed. Listen to the podcast and learn how to harvest and process the seed from your celosia plumes. For those celebrating Thanksgiving today, we wish you a safe and happy holiday with family and friends! The video version of Lisa, Layne, and Emily's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 17 - Seed Production & Saving Celosia Seed with Emily Nekl Shop: 'Texas Plumes' Celosia, Seed Starting Equipment Fuggles Flowers Website "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Are you distressed to see your fall-planted cool flowers budding up heading into winter? Wondering if you should pinch the plants, start over, or leave them be? In this excerpt from episode 63 ('Troubleshooting Premature Blooms on Fall-Planted Cool Flowers'), Lisa and Layne cover how to handle premature cool flower blooms on both branching and single-stem plants. Listen to the podcast and learn what to do when your fall-planted cool flowers start budding up or blooming before winter sets in! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 63 - Troubleshooting Premature Blooms on Fall-Planted Cool Flowers Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Confused about how much seed to order? Wondering if you should stock up for multiple seasons or buy fresh seed each year instead? In this excerpt from episode 11 ('Seed Storage - Tips for Buying, Storing & Saving Seed'), Lisa and Layne cover how long seeds last, the meaning of "viability", which flower seeds tend to have a particularly short shelf life, when to order, and how much seed to order depending on your intended sowing method. Listen to the podcast and learn some helpful tips to keep in mind when shopping for seeds! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 11 - Seed Storage - Tips for Buying, Storing & Saving Seed Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering when to put your row covers up or take them down based on temperatures? Confused what to do when you are anticipating rain, wind, or snow? In this excerpt from episode 68 ('Row Cover Do's & Don'ts'), Lisa and Layne cover which temperature and weather conditions should prompt you to put up or take down your row covers when overwintering cool-season hardy annuals (a.k.a. cool flowers). Plus, they discuss when to consider implementing a double layer of row cover. Listen to the podcast and learn some helpful guidelines to follow when deciding whether to put your row covers up or take them down! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 68 - Row Cover Do's & Don'ts Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Row Cover Kit with Hoops & Anchor Bags "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for the perfect crop to grow for fall decor? Wishing you could add something unique to your autumn lineup as a flower farmer? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss 'Pumpkin-on-a-Stick' (Solanum integrifolium), an ornamental eggplant and fall favorite. They cover why home gardeners and flower farmers should consider growing it, how to space the plants, pinching tips, when to harvest, vase life, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to amp up your autumn with these whimsical beauties! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Pumpkin-on-a-Stick Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering if starting from seed is always the best option? Curious about what plugs are and if the benefits outweigh the seemingly higher upfront costs? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss all things plugs. They cover what plugs are, pros and cons versus starting from seed, and when and where to order. Plus, they list some plants that many flower farmers opt to order plugs for (rather than start from seed themselves). Listen to the podcast and learn about plugs and why they can be such a valuable resource for growers! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Seeds Plug Suppliers: Ball, Farmer Bailey, Germania "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Do you grow eucalyptus for its unique, fragrant blue-green or silvery-blue foliage? Wish you could leave your existing plants in place to get a head start the following year and harvest more stems from larger plants? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips and tricks for overwintering eucalyptus in the field or garden. They cover the benefits of overwintering eucalyptus plants, which USDA hardiness zones may want to give it a try, how to prepare the plants for winter, mulching and using a double layer of row cover, the proper harvest stage, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to overwinter your eucalyptus plants for more abundance the following year! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Eucalyptus Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Would you like to grow your own material for dried flower crafts or arrangements? Wondering which warm-season flowers to include in your garden for drying purposes? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the results of this year's warm-season tender annual flower drying experiments. They cover a variety of warm-season flowers, describing how the flowers look when air dried, whether they hold their shape and color, and why they are valuable as dried flowers. Listen to the podcast and learn which warm-season flowers to include in your garden for dried use! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Warm-Season Seeds #58 - Cool Flower Drying Experiment Results "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Do you look forward to enjoying the charm and fragrance of sweet peas in your home and garden every year? Wondering whether or not to soak your seeds before sowing, or how to prevent your transplants from becoming tall and leggy? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various tips for sowing and overwintering sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus). They cover the benefits of fall planting for growers in warm climates, sowing tips (including the ideal temperatures and whether soaking the seeds is necessary), spacing guidelines, protecting transplants over the winter when planting along a vertical structure, favorite varieties, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn tips and tricks for sowing and growing these fragrant beauties! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Sweet Pea Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Do you struggle with poor germination when sowing cool flower seeds outdoors in the fall? Wondering how to prevent weeds from overtaking your direct-seeded beds or how to ensure a thick stand of plants come springtime? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various cool flower direct seeding troubles. They describe the optimal conditions when sowing cool flowers outdoors in the fall and cover a variety of common questions and concerns. Listen to the podcast and learn tips and tricks to improve your success with direct-sown cool flowers! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds, Tools & Supplies Episode 55 - 10 Direct Seeding Mistakes to Avoid for Cool Flowers in Fall "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Do your cool flower seedlings seem to wither away shortly after sprouting? Are your transplants discolored, stunted, or slow to grow? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various seedling troubles commonly encountered with cool flower transplants. They describe the importance of proper watering and the ideal air temperatures when growing cool-season hardy annuals indoors and cover a variety of common questions and concerns. Listen to the podcast and learn how to grow strong, healthy cool flower transplants indoors! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds Episode 31 - Growth on Soil Blocks, Overwatering & Damping Off Episode 103 - Protecting Transplants with a "Suncap" "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Struggling to get your cool flower seeds to sprout? Looking for some tips to improve germination on surface-sown seeds? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various germination troubles with cool flower transplants. They describe the ideal environmental conditions when starting cool-season hardy annual flowers indoors and cover a variety of common questions and concerns. Listen to the podcast and learn how to troubleshoot and overcome your cool flower germination challenges! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds Episode 11 - Seed Storage - Tips for Buying, Storing & Saving Seed Episode 49 - Cool Flowers Fall Planting Checklist "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Worried you are starting your cool flower seeds too early or too late this fall? Wondering when to plant cool-season hardy annual flowers in a frost-free climate? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various cool flower timing troubles. They describe how to calculate your optimal fall and very early spring cool flower planting windows and cover a variety of common questions and concerns. Listen to the podcast and learn when to plant cool flowers in your climate and what to do when your timing is a bit off! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds Episode 63 - Troubleshooting Premature Blooms on Fall-Planted Cool Flowers "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering which perennials you should consider adding to your farm or garden this fall? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Dave Dowling of Ball Seed to discuss three perennials grown for cut-flower use that he recommends planting this autumn. They cover why each plant is worth growing, USDA hardiness zones, growing and spacing tips, favorite varieties, and more. Listen to the podcast and get ready to grow peonies (Paeonia), phlox (Phlox paniculata), and yarrow (Achillea)! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies & More! Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Do your transplants struggle when planted out in the extreme summer heat? Have you had to delay putting your fall cool flower transplants in the ground due to extended warm weather? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss how to protect your transplants in extreme heat with a "suncap". They cover what a "suncap" is and when you may want to install it, the benefits of using insect netting, installation tips, how and when to remove it, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to ease your transplants' transition into the garden during hot weather with an insect netting "suncap"! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Tools & Supplies (Including Insect Netting) Episode 100 - 10 Years of Cool Flower Lessons "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Confused by all the Sweet William varieties available? Wondering how to choose which ones to plant, if there are benefits to growing multiple varieties, and when to start your seeds? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Dave Dowling of Ball Seed to compare and contrast six varieties of Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus / Dianthus x barbatus). They discuss which varieties are true biennials, which can be grown as cool-season hardy annuals, planting times, what makes each variety unique, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn why each of these Sweet William varieties is worth growing! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies & More! Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Sweet William Seeds Episode 50 - Sweet William Variety Comparison: Amazon vs. Sweet "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering if there are any perennials that are best treated as annuals for cut flowers? Curious why someone might choose to plant a fresh crop each year rather than leave the existing plants in place? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss various reasons why growers may choose to treat certain perennial plants as annuals for cut-flower production. They cover why - as a flower farmer in southeastern Virginia - Lisa chooses to grow Delphinium (various species), Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus), Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium), Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta), Helenium (Helenium autumnale), and Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) as annuals, and why home gardeners or growers in other regions may choose differently. Listen to the podcast and learn why your cut-flower garden may be better off with fresh starts of certain perennial plants each year! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool-Season Seeds Episode 33 - 3 Perennials to Start from Seed with Dave Dowling "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Did you know that this is both the 100th episode of "Seed Talk" and the 10-year anniversary of Lisa's Cool Flowers book? To celebrate these two special occasions, Lisa and Layne discuss six important Cool Flower lessons Lisa has learned in the ten years following the book's publication. Listen to the podcast and learn some of the most critical keys to Cool Flower success! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Cool Flowers Book, Cool-Season Seeds, Tools & Supplies Episode 25 - Seed Starting & Transplant Timing Episode 49 - Cool Flowers Fall Planting Checklist Episode 1 - Cool Flowers FAQs "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Would you like to incorporate more native plants in your garden or on your farm? Wondering which ones are not only beautiful and beneficial but also make great cut flowers? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three perennials native to various parts of the United States (Joe Pye Weed, Mountain Mint, and Goldenrod) to consider including in your cutting garden. They describe the plants and cover their value both out in the landscape and as cut flowers, growing tips and tricks, the proper harvest stage, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how these native beauties can be enjoyed both outdoors and in! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Botanical Names: Eutrochium (Joe Pye Weed), Pycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint), Solidago (Goldenrod) Episode 95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process Episode 96 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen & Lisa "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for interesting, textural elements to add to your autumn bouquets? Wondering which varieties of seed-grown grasses work well as fall crops? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six gorgeous grasses that are perfect for fall bouquets. For each cultivar (Frosted Explosion, Green Drops, Lowlander, Hylander, Lime Light, and Purple Majesty), they describe the flower / seed heads, plant height, days to maturity, coloration and form, special features, helpful tips, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn about the wide variety of looks and textures available in these stunning seed-grown grasses! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Grass Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering which varieties of cosmos to grow in your garden or on your farm? Curious which blooms have the longest vase life, or which ones are must-have flowers for fall? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most popular varieties of cut-flower cosmos. For each cultivar (Double Click, Sensation Mix, Apricotta, Cupcakes Blush, Rubenza, Fizzy White & Afternoon White), they cover the typical bloom size, plant height, days to maturity, coloration (noting favorites for fall bouquets), flower form, special features, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn about the unique qualities of each variety and why they are all worth growing! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Shop: Cosmos Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Did you come to The Gardener's Workshop's Open Farm event this past weekend? If so, we are thrilled you were able to join us! Even if you were not able to attend, would you like a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the day's happenings? Today, Layne talks to flower experts and online course instructors Dave Dowling, Ellen Frost, and Lisa regarding their experiences at the Open Farm 2024 event. She chats with these special guests about the day's events, and they share valuable insights about farming, gardening, and floral arranging. Plus, Layne and Hrach (Layne's husband) talk about the seed scene at the warehouse and discuss the most popular seed of the day, how the three most common celosia forms relate to their botanical names, and fantastic flower options for fall blooms. Whether you were able to join us for the Open Farm or not, listen to the podcast to hear about some of the highlights of this special day! The video version of Layne's conversations with Dave, Ellen, and Lisa will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions:"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: All Online Courses, Seeds Episode 43 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen, Lisa & Val Episode 48 - Amaranth Growing Guide "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering how to maximize the vase life of your flowers? Unsure which flower conditioning products you should use and when? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower conditioning. They cover the importance of conditioning flowers and the process, from harvesting out in the field or garden to the vase, using four key products (pre-treatment, hydrating treatment, holding solution, and flower food). After walking through each of the products individually, they give overviews of the entire process for both home gardeners and flower farmers. Listen to the podcast and learn how to properly condition your flowers for beautiful, long-lasting bouquets! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Flower Conditioning Products "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for different colors, forms, and textures of foliage to fill out your bouquets? Wondering which warm-season plants you can grow from seed to meet your needs? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three of their favorite foliage plants for the warm-season cutting garden, plus helpful harvesting tips for each one. Listen to the podcast and learn tips and tricks for growing and harvesting basil, eucalyptus, and hibiscus! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 29 - Eucalyptus with Dave Dowling Shop: Basil Seeds, Eucalyptus Seeds, Hibiscus Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for big, beautiful flowers to fill up your summer bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store hydrangeas to ensure a long vase life and prevent wilting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing hydrangeas as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens and flower farms, the optimal growing conditions and spacing, the proper harvest stage for fresh and dried use, how to strip the stems, conditioning tips, and more. Listen to the podcast and get ready to fill your summer bouquets with gorgeous, long-lasting hydrangea flowers! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Online Course: Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies & More! "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Frustrated by cockscomb plants blooming on short stems? Confused by conflicting information about whether or not you should pinch your plants? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss five of the most common cockscomb (Celosia argentea cristata) questions. They cover pinching, which varieties are the best for drying, cockscomb varieties with the largest heads, the least seedy varieties, and issues with plants budding up or blooming prematurely on short stems. Listen to the podcast and learn the answers to some of the most frequently asked cockscomb questions! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Shop: Cockscomb Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering whether or not you should bother netting your flowers? Curious about when to install support netting, what height to place it at, and the most efficient and effective way to install it? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower support netting. They cover reasons to consider netting (or not netting) your flowers, the pros and cons of plastic support netting and potential alternatives, stake types and spacing, installation tips, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to properly support your flowers for long, straight, upright stems! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 59 - 5 Simple Steps to Remove, Store & Reuse Flower Support Netting Shop: Flower Support Netting "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Would you like to add some vertical interest to your garden and unique elements to your flower arrangements? Wondering how to support vigorous vining plants as they grow and prevent your underlying structures from collapsing? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three warm-season vining plants to consider growing this summer. They cover what makes each plant special, spacing, the proper harvest stage, and more. Plus, they provide helpful tips for building a sturdy tunnel structure out of livestock panels. Listen to the podcast and learn how to grow hyacinth bean vines, love-in-a-puff, and spinning gourds! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Hyacinth Bean Seeds, Love-in-a-Puff Seeds, Spinning Gourd Seeds Botanical Names: Hyacinth Bean (Dolichos lablab), Love-in-a-Puff (Cardiospermum halicacabum), Spinning Gourds (Cucurbita pepo var. ovifera) "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Working on your summer succession-planting schedule? Wondering if there are any warm-season flowers you should consider planting on a weekly basis? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three warm-season flowers to consider succession-planting every week. They cover why the flowers are worth growing and planting weekly, favorite varieties, the price per stem relative to other flowers, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn why you should consider sowing single-stem sunflowers, single-stem cockscomb, and 'Lime Light' millet every week! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Botanical Names: Sunflower (Helianthus annuus), Cockscomb (Celosia argentea cristata), 'Lime Light' Millet (Setaria italica) Shop: Warm-Season Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Searching for the perfect focal flower to star in your spring bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store peonies to ensure loads of luscious blooms with the longest possible vase life? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing herbaceous peonies as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens and farms, favorite varieties, the optimal growing conditions and spacing, the proper harvest stage, how to deal with ants on peonies, how to store the flowers after cutting, and more. Listen to the podcast and get ready to fill your spring bouquets with big, beautiful peonies! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Online Course: Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies & More! "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for ways to suppress weeds and improve your soil? Wondering what cover crops are and if you should incorporate them into your farm or garden? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of cover cropping. They cover what cover crop is and why it is used, potential benefits, crop considerations depending on the time of year and equipment needed to extinguish, planting times and sowing tips, how and when to extinguish various cover crops, and more. Listen to the podcast and discover if cover crops deserve a place in your field or garden! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Shop: Cover Crop Seeds, Silage Tarp "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking for a cute new addition to your spring cool flowers lineup? Do you love the look of 'Bunny Tails' blooms but struggle with stems that are too short to use? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the newest plant to be designated as a cool flower (aka cool-season hardy annual) - 'Bunny Tails' grass (Lagurus ovatus). They describe the soft, cottontail-like blooms and compact plants and cover ways to use and sell the flowers, the experiments that led to its designation as a cool flower, differences in stem length based on planting time, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn about the newest (and cutest!) cool flower - 'Bunny Tails' grass! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Bunny Tails Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking forward to a flower-filled garden all summer long? Wondering when to plant, and how to adjust your grow room to provide the optimal environment for warm-season seeds and seedlings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their checklist of key items to keep in mind when planning your warm-season plantings and sowing your seeds. They cover when to plant, how many seeds to sow relative to the number of plants you hope to end up with, the ideal grow room temperature and heat mat setup for warm-season seeds and seedlings, and the importance of hardening off, plus weed prevention, irrigation, and succession-planting considerations. Listen to the podcast and get ready to sow the seeds of this summer's blooms! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Episode 25 - Seed Starting & Transplant Timing Episode 26 - Hardening Off Seedlings Episode 49 - Cool Flowers Fall Planting Checklist Shop: Warm-Season Seeds, Seed Starting Equipment, Biodegradable Mulch "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Looking forward to buckets of blooms this growing season? Wondering how to get the most flowers out of your space? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six tips for maximizing flower production in your field or garden. Plus, the girls share an exciting announcement for cool flower growers everywhere. Listen to the podcast and learn how to make the most of your growing space! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Frustrated by fungus gnats in your growing space? Wondering how to get rid of your unwanted house guests or prevent them from taking over in the first place? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss fungus gnats and practical methods for prevention and control. They cover the fungus gnat life cycle and lifespan, where they prefer to lay their eggs and how many each female can lay, what they eat as adults and larvae, tips for preventing an outbreak and controlling the population of fungus gnats indoors, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to reclaim your indoor growing space from these pesky pests! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Shop: Fungus Gnat Fighting Set "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Wondering which order your snapdragon varieties will bloom in this spring? Confused about snapdragon groups and if you should consider them when planning your plantings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the typical bloom order of snapdragons, how group classifications factor in, and important considerations when planting in spring. They cover how snapdragon groups relate to bloom times in the field, the bloom order of several common varieties in spring, potential consequences of planting a given group at a non-optimal time, the snapdragon planting and succession strategy on the farm, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how to factor in snapdragon groups when developing your planting strategy to enjoy a wide window of harvest and the highest quality blooms and stems! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Shop: Snapdragon Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
Running short on heat mat space? Wondering how to sprout high volumes of seeds in a space-efficient manner? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of germination chambers for seed starting. They cover what germination chambers are, key benefits and considerations, which seeds can be sprouted inside, an overview of how to make one yourself, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn whether or not a germination chamber is right for you and your seeds! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener's Workshop's YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a playlist. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: "Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist Episode 78 - Grow Light FAQs Shop: Seed Starting Equipment, Seeds "Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form TGW YouTube Channel TGW iPhone App (iOS App Store) TGW Android App (Google Play) Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News! The "Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne" podcast is produced by The Gardener's Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa's Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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