Podcasts about black eyed susans

Today's guests are Chris Young and Susan Ottaviano, co-authors of The Green Witch's Guide to Magical Plants & Flowers: 26 Love Spells from Apples to Zinnias, a practical guide on how to bring more love and contentment into your life using elements of nature. In this book, the authors help you unlock the secrets hiding in your garden, transforming everyday flowers, fruits, and plants into delightful foods, bath salts, herbal infusions, soaps, sachets, tinctures, and more. Chris, a lifelong gardener, shares his belief that all plants are magical, while Susan, a chef, artist and performer, tells us how to bring plant magic into the kitchen. Join Mary and Emma as they uncover the secrets hidden in gardens and discover how everyday flowers, fruits, and plants can be transformed into powerful tools for self-care and enchantment. This episode is brought to you by Dirty Labs: Use code "GOODDIRT" for 20% off your order! Topics Discussed • Welcoming Autumn • Fall Flowers Including: Goldenrods, Calendula Marigold, Black-Eyed Susans, and Zinnias • Lifetime Love of Plants • Magical Herbalism • Recipes for Oils, Candles, Soaps, Tinctures, and Sachets • Imbuing Magic into the Food We Eat • The Magical Properties of Apples & Basil • Strawberry Vodka Recipe • Strawberry-Basil-Lemon Water Recipe • Aroniaberries (Chokeberries) • Plant Potency • How Acid changes Flavor • Being a Food Stylist • Habitat Gardens & Pollinator Stations • Milkweed & Monarch Butterflies • Being a Green Witch in New York City • Green Spaces in a Big City • The Love Food Movement Episode Resources: • "The Green Witch's Guide to Magical Plants & Flowers: 26 Love Spells from Apples to Zinnias" by Chris Young and Susan Ottaviano • Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham • Salt Falt Acid Heat • The Theodore Payne Foundation • Listen to The Good Dirt: 151. "Lawns into Meadows" with Author Owen Wormser on Regenerative Agriculture  • Listen to The Good Dirt: 138. The Urgent Need for Restorative Gardening with Mary Reynolds • "Picture This" Plant Identification App • Doug Tallamy & the Homegrown National Park • "Nature's Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard" by Douglas W. Tallamy • The Lady Farmer Guide to Slow Living Connect with Chris Young & Susan Ottaviano: • Susan's Website: https://www.susanottaviano.com/ • Chris's IG @plantymcflowers https://www.instagram.com/plantymcflowers/ • IG @2greenwitches : https://www.instagram.com/2greenwitches/ • Links: https://linktr.ee/2greenwitches • TikTok @2greenwitches : https://www.tiktok.com/@2greenwitches ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Today's guests are Chris Young and Susan Ottaviano, co-authors of The Green Witch's Guide to Magical Plants & Flowers: 26 Love Spells from Apples to Zinnias, a practical guide on how to bring more love and contentment into your life using elements of nature. In this book, the authors help you unlock the secrets hiding in your garden, transforming everyday flowers, fruits, and plants into delightful foods, bath salts, herbal infusions, soaps, sachets, tinctures, and more. Chris, a lifelong gardener, shares his belief that all plants are magical, while Susan, a chef, artist and performer, tells us how to bring plant magic into the kitchen. Join Mary and Emma as they uncover the secrets hidden in gardens and discover how everyday flowers, fruits, and plants can be transformed into powerful tools for self-care and enchantment. This episode is brought to you by Dirty Labs: Use code "GOODDIRT" for 20% off your order! Topics Discussed • Welcoming Autumn • Fall Flowers Including: Goldenrods, Calendula Marigold, Black-Eyed Susans, and Zinnias • Lifetime Love of Plants • Magical Herbalism • Recipes for Oils, Candles, Soaps, Tinctures, and Sachets • Imbuing Magic into the Food We Eat • The Magical Properties of Apples & Basil • Strawberry Vodka Recipe • Strawberry-Basil-Lemon Water Recipe • Aroniaberries (Chokeberries) • Plant Potency • How Acid changes Flavor • Being a Food Stylist • Habitat Gardens & Pollinator Stations • Milkweed & Monarch Butterflies • Being a Green Witch in New York City • Green Spaces in a Big City • The Love Food Movement Episode Resources: • "The Green Witch's Guide to Magical Plants & Flowers: 26 Love Spells from Apples to Zinnias" by Chris Young and Susan Ottaviano • Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham • Salt Falt Acid Heat • The Theodore Payne Foundation • Listen to The Good Dirt: 151. "Lawns into Meadows" with Author Owen Wormser on Regenerative Agriculture  • Listen to The Good Dirt: 138. The Urgent Need for Restorative Gardening with Mary Reynolds • "Picture This" Plant Identification App • Doug Tallamy & the Homegrown National Park • "Nature's Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation That Starts in Your Yard" by Douglas W. Tallamy • The Lady Farmer Guide to Slow Living Connect with Chris Young & Susan Ottaviano: • Susan's Website: https://www.susanottaviano.com/ • Chris's IG @plantymcflowers https://www.instagram.com/plantymcflowers/ • IG @2greenwitches : https://www.instagram.com/2greenwitches/ • Links: https://linktr.ee/2greenwitches • TikTok @2greenwitches : https://www.tiktok.com/@2greenwitches ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

Today's episode is called Sunshine and Happiness. I'm going to invite you to bask in the warmth of cherished memories and explore the impact the sun has on my life. From the joy of childhood summers and blooming marigolds to the astrological connection of being a Leo, to me, the sun's rays represent happiness. We'll also discover the enduring influence of a beloved TV show, “Sunshine School,” and how it left an indelible mark on my heart. We'll also talk about a unique contrast as I share a little about Ben, who prefers the clouds over the brilliant, beaming sun. Stay tuned to help me celebrate the joy of the sun and how it brings mindful happiness. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify Contact Info Website: www.MindfulnessMode.com Sunflowers Next When I was a kid, I looked forward to the summer, because the warm sun and the long, fun summer days were just so special. And besides, my birthday is right in the middle of the summer, so how awesome is that? I love the sunny, bright, gold flowers, like marigolds, Blacked-Eyed Susans, Sunflowers, and even a sunny field of Dandelions. This year I grew Daffodils and Black-Eyed Susans. Next year I think I'll add Sunflowers and Marigolds. From Seed You Say? I remember one time, after moving to my first house, I ordered Marigold seeds from the Seed Catalogue company, Stoke's Seeds. I started the seeds in the basement under lights and then planted them at the front of our house. Enormous marigolds emerged, and people walking by would often stop and ask where I got these amazing, huge, brilliant marigolds. They were so surprised when I told them I had grown them from seed. Make Life Fun I love walking early on a sunny day because I enjoy the shadows created by the brilliant sunshine. Those long, exaggerated shadows of my profile, really make my day. I know it sounds kind of childish, but why not appreciate the childish things that make life fun? Self-Expression I think one of the reasons I like the sun so much is because I'm a sun sign. I'm Leo the Lion because I was born at the end of July. Leo is the fifth sign of the astrological year, and is the only zodiac sign ruled by the sun itself. It happens to be a fire sign. Leo's modality is fixed, and the sign is represented by the Lion. This sign rules over the fifth house of creativity and self-expression. First Studio Experience When I was a young child, I liked to watch a TV show called Sunshine School. It was a local show produced here in our area of Canada, and I loved the host, Ms. Dorothy. When I was about 5 or 6 years old, my parents gave me a songbook from the show and then later took me to the studio to meet Ms. Dorothy. It was so exciting, and I think the central theme of Sunshine has stuck with me through the years. It was uplifting and inspiring to watch that show, and I remember it with great fondness. Your Mindfulness Journey The sun is a testament to the beauty in life's simplicity, from the radiant blooms in the garden to the enduring memories of childhood. We've shared in the warmth of the sun, both in the literal and figurative sense, and marveled at how it shapes our experiences and perceptions. So whether you revel in its brilliance like a Leo or find comfort in the clouds like Ben, may the sunshine and happiness be ever-present in your mindfulness journey. Suggested Resources Book: The Sun My Heart: The Companion to The Miracle of Mindfulness by Thich Nhat Hanh Book: Mindful Astrology: Finding Peace of Mind According to Your Sun, Moon, and Rising Sign by Monte Farber and Amy Zerner App: Insight Timer Related Episodes De-Mystifying Enlightenment; Tom Cronin Allan Misner: Keep Balance To Find Encouragement and Enlightenment The Transformational Power of Music and Creativity; Vinnie Stergin Special Offer Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I'm Bruce Langford, a practicing coach and hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Coaching Session to get you on the road to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘Coaching Session' in the subject line. We'll set up a call and talk about how you can move forward to a better life.

THERE'S MORE???The Growing Season dives into the plant materials that give you not ONE but TWO blooming cycles per season.  Let's get this straight - there are plants that will bloom more than once?   YUP.  In fact, there are many.Bloomerang Lilac, Sonic Bloom Weigela, Japanese Kerria, Daylilies, Yarrow and Black Eyed Susans are just some of the plant materials that are discussed in the 54 minutes that Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland spend chatting. Why is the fall colour coming so early this year?  The trio try to get to the bottom of it. When should you stop the fertilizing regiment you've been using on your flower beds?  The McFarland's offer some suggestions. Looking to book a consult for your property?  We'd love to help.  CLICK HERE.What is a TGS Tiny Garden? CLICK HERE. Subscribe to The Growing Season podcast.  CLICK HERE.

Black-eyed Susans, Rudbeckia hirta, are native biennial or perennial wildflowers with many cultivars grown by gardeners.

Episode 535 also includes an E.W. Poem called "Daisies & Black-Eyed Susans." Our music this go round is provided by these wonderful artists: Thelonious Monk, the Smiths, Yazmin Lacey, Jenny Lewis, Branford Marsalis and Terence Blanchard.  Commercial Free, Small Batch Radio Crafted in the West Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania... Heard All Over The World. Tell Your Friends and Neighbors.

Birds and mindfulness is the topic of today's episode. You might remember me telling you about planting various flowers around my house and how having plants around me adds to the mindfulness in my life. Well, back in May, I made a new flower bed just for Black-Eyed Susans. Every time I look out our big window into the backyard, I see the beautiful bright yellow-orange flowers. Well this episode isn't about flowers, it's about birds, but they are closely related, at least in my mind. When I got married, I discovered my new in-laws were avid bird-watchers. When my wife and I would visit my mother-in-law and sister-in-law, we'd be deep in conversation, and suddenly everyone would run to the window to see a specific kind of bird that had appeared at the bird feeder. The conversation would be immediately redirected. This was all new for me. In the past, my wife's aunt June would watch and count birds for certain organizations, I think, BirdLife International or Birdcount.org. I was always amazed that she knew about and could identify dozens and probably hundreds of different birds. Listen & Subscribe on: iTunes / Stitcher / Podbean / Overcast / Spotify The Joy From Birds A growing body of scientific evidence also shows that the joy delivered by birds is real. Research increasingly links exposure to nature—and specifically, exposure to birds—with improved well-being. In December, a new study by the German Center for Integrative Biodiversity Research connected greater bird biodiversity to increased life-satisfaction for more than 26,000 people in 26 European countries. It turns out the people who live near natural areas with a greater diversity of bird species were simply happier. In fact, the study found that seeing 10 percent more bird species generates satisfaction on par with a comparable increase in income. Birds Can Do This seeing and hearing birds can improve well-being. Bird exposure is effective for those suffering with depression, or without. Birds can bring longer-lasting psychological, intellectual, and social well-being. 5 Ways Noticing Birds Can Boost Mindfulness. Heightened Awareness: Noticing birds in your surroundings encourages you to be more present and attentive to the environment. It helps you cultivate a sense of mindfulness by focusing your attention on the present moment and the natural world around you. Deepening Observation Skills: Birdwatching requires keen observation skills, such as noticing different colors, patterns, behaviors, and sounds. Engaging in this practice sharpens your ability to observe details and enhances your overall mindfulness. Connection to Nature: Birds are an integral part of the natural ecosystem, and observing them can deepen your connection to nature. By being aware of their presence and interactions, you develop a sense of interconnectedness with the environment, promoting a mindful and appreciative mindset. Cultivating Curiosity: Birdwatching often sparks curiosity and a sense of wonder about the natural world. As you observe different bird species, you may find yourself seeking knowledge, researching their behaviors, habitats, and characteristics. This curiosity fosters an inquisitive and mindful mindset. Engaging the Senses: Birdwatching stimulates multiple senses, such as sight, sound, and sometimes even touch. Paying attention to the melodies, calls, and movements of birds can create a sensory-rich experience that draws you into the present moment and cultivates mindfulness through sensory awareness. Suggested Resources Website: Birdlife International Website: The Great Backyard Bird Count Book: Bird Therapy by Joe Harkness and Chris Packham Book: Silent Spring by Rachel Carson App: Bird Sounds, Listen and Relax Words of Wisdom I suggest we allow birds to help guide us into a deeper state of presence, serenity, and connection. Notice the melodies of their songs and the graceful and almost miraculous way they effortlessly fly around above us. Let birds be a constant reminder of the beauty and peace that surrounds us, inviting us to live fully in each moment with mindfulness and appreciation. And remember the black-eyed Susans I planted in the backyard? Just yesterday, I looked out there and saw two yellow finches having a great time drinking nectar from the flowers, flitting around, and looking like they were in heaven. That in itself was a gift of mindfulness. Related Episodes Nature and Mindfulness Weekends With Bruce Langford and Hilde Larsen Pause, Breathe, And Smile To Awaken Your Mindfulness; Gary Gach Reclaim Your Health and Freedom With A Walking Life; Antonia Malchik Special Offer Are you experiencing anxiety & stress? I'm Bruce Langford, a practicing hypnotist helping fast-track people just like you to shed their inner bully and move forward with confidence. Book a Free Session to get you to a more satisfying life, feeling grounded and focused. Send me an email at bruce@mindfulnessmode.com with ‘Let's Talk' in the subject line. We'll set up a call and talk about how you can move forward to a better life.

Night will Find You by Julia Heaberlin (a terrific psychological thriller writer who did a wonderful book called Black Eyed Susans several years ago, and others since). This is about a woman named Vivvy who at the age of ten predicted the death of a young boy, then managed to save him when the moment came and they've remained good friends all their lives. He's a cop and is convinced she's psychic and begs her to help with a high profile cold case of a missing girl (working alongside another, deeply cynical cop). When a popular conspiracy theorist podcaster finds out about her involvement he spews conspiracy theories about the case. With everything on the line, she needs to fight back.  Lioness by Emily Perkins - New Zealand author. Therese Thorne is in her 50's, wife of a high profile construction magnate and over the years she's gotten very used to a particular lifestyle - while building her own brand of homewares. They're planning to step back a bit and move to Sydney, when it suddenly comes to light that Trevor's been involved with fraud and corruption in his business, at which point they're all over the media and shunned by friends they'd had for many years. Therese finds some solace with her neighbour, Clare, who lives a completely different life and shows Therese that there are other ways of being. This is the story of a woman having to examine herself and the choices she's made and figure out what to do next.  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Killer Women, our guest is Julia Heaberlin. Julia is the internationally bestselling author of six thrillers, including Night Will Find You, We Are All the Same in the Dark, Paper Ghosts, and Black-Eyed Susans. Her books have sold in more than twenty countries. We Are All the Same in the Dark won the 2020 Writers' League of Texas award for fiction, and Paper Ghosts was a finalist for Best Hardcover Novel at the International Thriller Awards. Before writing novels, Heaberlin was a journalist for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Dallas Morning News, and The Detroit News, which fed her interest in true crime and the forgotten stories of victims, a theme she carries into her fiction. She currently lives in the Dallas–Fort Worth area with her family, where she's working on her next psychological thriller. Killer Women is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #juliaheaberlin #flatiron

This week on Killer Women, our guest is Julia Heaberlin. Julia is the internationally bestselling author of six thrillers, including Night Will Find You, We Are All the Same in the Dark, Paper Ghosts, and Black-Eyed Susans. Her books have sold in more than twenty countries. We Are All the Same in the Dark won the 2020 Writers' League of Texas award for fiction, and Paper Ghosts was a finalist for Best Hardcover Novel at the International Thriller Awards. Before writing novels, Heaberlin was a journalist for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Dallas Morning News, and The Detroit News, which fed her interest in true crime and the forgotten stories of victims, a theme she carries into her fiction. She currently lives in the Dallas–Fort Worth area with her family, where she's working on her next psychological thriller. Killer Women is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #juliaheaberlin #flatiron

This week on Killer Women, our guest is Julia Heaberlin. Julia is the internationally bestselling author of six thrillers, including Night Will Find You, We Are All the Same in the Dark, Paper Ghosts, and Black-Eyed Susans. Her books have sold in more than twenty countries. We Are All the Same in the Dark won the 2020 Writers' League of Texas award for fiction, and Paper Ghosts was a finalist for Best Hardcover Novel at the International Thriller Awards. Before writing novels, Heaberlin was a journalist for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, The Dallas Morning News, and The Detroit News, which fed her interest in true crime and the forgotten stories of victims, a theme she carries into her fiction. She currently lives in the Dallas–Fort Worth area with her family, where she's working on her next psychological thriller. Killer Women is copyrighted by Authors on the Air Global Radio Network #podcast #author #interview #authors #KillerWomen #KillerWomenPodcast #authorsontheair #podcast #podcaster #killerwomen #killerwomenpodcast #authors #authorsofig #authorsofinstagram #authorinterview #writingcommunity #authorsontheair #suspensebooks #authorssupportingauthors #thrillerbooks #suspense #wip #writers #writersinspiration #books #bookrecommendations #bookaddict #bookaddicted #bookaddiction #bibliophile #read #amreading #lovetoread #daniellegirard #daniellegirardbooks #juliaheaberlin #flatiron

The 2023 Preakness Stakes is here, and Christina Blacker of FanDuel TV joins Cam Rogers to talk her Preakness Stakes best bets! Plus, Christina will be on-site at Pimlico and talks about FanDuel TV's coverage of “The Run for the Black-Eyed Susans”. Tune into Lock It In for a Preakness Stakes Betting preview!

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Today we celebrate an old account of Linnaeus’s floral clock. We'll also learn about the garden life of an American actor who was best known for his brilliant performances in horror films. We hear an excerpt about the color yellow in the garden - it has the power to lift our spirits. Yellow flowers are little day-brighteners. We Grow That Garden Library™, with a book about 250 years of plant history in England. And then we’ll wrap things up with the story of a tradition involving Black-Eyed Susans, or maybe they aren’t Black-Eyed Susans...   Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart To listen to the show while you're at home, just ask Alexa or Google to “Play the latest episode of The Daily Gardener Podcast.” And she will. It's just that easy.   The Daily Gardener Friday Newsletter Sign up for the FREE Friday Newsletter featuring: A personal update from me Garden-related items for your calendar The Grow That Garden Library™ featured books for the week Gardener gift ideas Garden-inspired recipes Exclusive updates regarding the show Plus, each week, one lucky subscriber wins a book from the Grow That Garden Library™ bookshelf.   Gardener Greetings Send your garden pics, stories, birthday wishes, and so forth to Jennifer@theDailyGardener.org   Curated News Grasses: A Sensory Experience | chrishowellgardens.com | Chris Howell   Facebook Group If you'd like to check out my curated news articles and original blog posts for yourself, you're in luck. I share all of it with the Listener Community in the Free Facebook Group - The Daily Gardener Community. So, there’s no need to take notes or search for links. The next time you're on Facebook, search for Daily Gardener Community, where you’d search for a friend... and request to join. I'd love to meet you in the group.   Important Events May 27, 1873 On this day, out of Pratt’s Junction, Massachusetts, there was a detailed post about how to make a floral clock. “Please tell the girls if they think country life dull... they can pass many happy hours… studying the plants about them.  I saw it stated that Linnaeus had what he termed a floral clock, and a few of the flowers forming it were given with their time of blossoming: Yellow Goat's Beard, 3 a.m.  Chicory, 4 a.m. Sow Thistle, 5 a.m. Dandelion, 6 a.m. ;  Lettuce and White Water Lily, 7 a.m.  Pimpernel, 8 a.m.  Field Marigold, 9 a.m.    May 27, 1911 Today is the birthday of the American actor Vincent Price. Known for his performances in horror films, Vincent also enjoyed gardening. He especially loved cymbidium orchids, and he had hundreds of them growing on the shady side of his California home. He also grew wildflowers, cactus, poinsettia, and geraniums in his multi-level garden. And when he walked home in the evenings after his performances, he would keep his eyes peeled for discarded plants and trees. After bringing them back to his garden, he would nurse them back to health. Vincent had many ponds, including an old bathtub that he had repurposed as a pond. He loved the bathtub pond so much that he placed it in the center of his garden. But there was another unique aspect of Vincent’s garden: a totem pole. Vincent had bought the totem pole from the estate of John Barrymore. Barrymore stole the 40-foot tall totem pole from an abandoned Alaska village. Barrymore had his crew saw the totem pole into three pieces before loading it onto Barrymore's yacht. Once he arrived at his home in California, Barrymore removed the remains of a man that were still inside the totem. Then he reassembled it and displayed it in his garden. After buying the totem from the Barrymore estate, Vincent put the totem in his garden. The carved images of a killer whale, a raven, an eagle, and a wolf watched over his garden until he donated the totem pole to the Honolulu Museum of Art in 1981. The totem pole remained safe in a climate-controlled basement for generations until a University of Alaska professor named Steve Langdon tracked it down in Hawaii sometime after the year 2000. Steve learned about the totem pole after stumbling on an old photo of Vincent Price. He was standing next to the totem pole in his garden. Langdon had an immediate reaction to the photo. He recalled, "It was totally out of place. Here's this recognizable Hollywood figure in a backyard estate with a totem pole ... that was surrounded by cactus."  By 2015, Steve was finally able to return the totem pole back to its ancestral tribe in Alaska. When Vincent Price died from Parkinson's disease and lung cancer in 1993, his family honored his wishes and scattered his ashes in the ocean along with petals from red roses. Vincent had cautioned his family not to scatter his ashes in Santa Monica Bay. He said it was too polluted. Instead, his family found a spot off of Point Dume. At the last minute, they had decided to include Vincent’s favorite gardening hat in the service. The hat was made of straw and had a heavy wooden African necklace around the brim, and so Vincent’s ashes were scattered on the water accompanied by red rose petals and his old straw hat.   Unearthed Words “I nodded, appreciating the wisdom of her words.‘Yellow is the colour of early spring,’ she said, ‘just look at your garden!’ She gestured towards the borders, which were full of primulas, crocuses, and daffodils. ‘The most cheerful of colours,’ she continued, ‘almost reflective in its nature, and it is, of course, the colour of the mind.’ ‘That’s why we surround ourselves with it!’ laughed Phyllis, ‘in the hope that its properties will rub off.’‘Nonsense dear,’ said Mrs. Darley dismissively, ‘Yellow light simply encourages us to think more positively. It lifts our spirits and raises our self-esteem in time for summer.’I immediately made a mental note to surround myself with the colour of the season and, like Phyllis, hoped that some of its properties would rub off on me. ― Carole Carlton, English Author of the Mrs. Darley series of Pagan books and owner of Mrs. Darley's Herbal, Mrs. Darley's Pagan Whispers: A Celebration of Pagan Festivals, Sacred Days, Spirituality, and Traditions of the Year   Grow That Garden Library Plants by Kathy Willis  This book came out in 2015, and the subtitle is From Roots to Riches. In this book, Kathy Willis, the director of science at Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, writes about 250 years of England’s love affair with plants. Kathy explores the fascinating history that accompanied some of the most important plant discoveries. Using a Q&A format, Kathy reveals the impact of 100 Objects, with each chapter telling a separate story - an important aspect of remarkable science, botany. This book shares some never-before-seen photos from Kew's amazing archives, and the stories underscore just how important plants really are to our existence and advancement as a species. This book is 368 pages of the important history and future of plants. You can get a copy of Plants by Kathy Willis and support the show using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for around $4   Today’s Botanic Spark Reviving the little botanic spark in your heart May 27, 1873 On this day, the First Preakness Stakes ran at the Pimlico (“PIM-luh-co”) Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. The Preakness Stakes is named for the colt who won the first Dinner Party Stakes at Pimlico. Held on the third Saturday in May each year, the race takes place two weeks after the Kentucky Derby and three weeks before the Belmont Stakes. The race is also the second jewel of the Triple Crown, and it’s nicknamed "The Run for the Black-Eyed Susans" in reference to the blanket of flowers placed over the winner. Black-Eyed Susans are the state flower of Maryland. Although the Preakness is sometimes referred to as "the race for the black-eyed Susans," no Black-Eyed Susan is ever used. When race organizers realized that the race's timing didn’t coincide with the late summer to early fall bloom of Black-Eyed Susan, they found some yellow daisies and hand-painted the centers of the blossoms with a little dash of black lacquer to make them look like Black-Eyed Susans. The Black-Eyed Susan was designated the state flower of Maryland in 1918. The Black-Eyed Susan or Rudbeckia Hirta's history begins in North America. After the flower was brought to Europe in the 1700s, Carl Linnaeus named them to honor his old teacher and mentor Olaus Rudbeck. On July 29, 1731, Linnaeus wrote with admiration about his old professor, Rudbeck, saying: "So long as the earth shall survive and as each spring shall see it covered with flowers, the Rudbeckia will preserve your glorious name." Black-Eyed Susans are a favorite of gardeners. They bloom continuously from about mid-July until the first frost. The Black-Eyed Susan is a great pollinator plant. As a member of the daisy family, they offer that daisy shape and give the garden a warm yellow color that is perfect for ushering in autumn. All that Black-Eyed Susans require is the sun. All gardeners need to do is enjoy them and remember to cut a few to bring indoors; they are a fantastic cut flower. Black-Eyed Susans play nice in bouquets, and they also look great as a solo flower in a vase. There have been new varieties of Black-Eyed Susans introduced over the past couple of decades. In honor of the 150th anniversary of the city of Denver, the Denver Daisy was introduced in 2008. It is a cross between the Rudbeckia hirta species and the Rudbeckia prairie sun. One of my personal favorites is the Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry brandy.' Imagine a red Black-Eyed Susan, and that's basically Cherry brandy. Simply gorgeous. Black-Eyed Susans are important to wildlife. They offer food and shelter for birds and animals; rabbits, deer, and even slugs like to eat this plant. As most of us know that the monarch and the milkweed co-evolved together, the Silvery Checkerspot butterfly and the Black-Eyed Susan did the same. The Silvery Checkerspot lays her eggs on Black-Eyed Susans, which are the food source for the little baby caterpillars after they hatch. In floriography, Black-Eyed Susans symbolize encouragement and motivation.   Thanks for listening to The Daily Gardener. And remember: "For a happy, healthy life, garden every day."

The Preakness is the shortest race and Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown, and so we're recapping the Derby results and doping scandal (Baffert and Medina Spirit), discussing how this affects the upcoming race at Pimlico for the Black Eyed Susans, reviewing our favorites in the field, and laughing about all of it. Join us here and at 33xpl.com, where we simply enjoy sharing the fun and spectacle of horse racing with other sporting fans.

In the United States, the Triple Crown of Thoroughbred Racing, commonly known as the Triple Crown, is a title awarded to a three-year-old Thoroughbred horse who wins the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes. Our guest today, Doug O'Neill  is a thoroughbred horse trainer. He  trained the 2012 Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes winner, I'll Have Another, and 2016 Kentucky Derby winner Nyquist.

Today we celebrate a Swedish botanist with a famous father who observed flashes of light emitting from her nasturtiums. We'll also learn about a modern-day forest advocate and conservationist on a mission to create something he calls a primary forest in France. We’ll hear a poem about spring from the charming Christina Georgina Rossetti. We Grow That Garden Library™ with a book that calls us to lead a wilder life - connecting with nature to find balance, energy, and restoration. And then we’ll wrap things up with the story of a botanist who was the inspiration for the term that I use to describe the sweet little stories I end the show with every day - botanic sparks.   Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart To listen to the show while you're at home, just ask Alexa or Google to “Play the latest episode of The Daily Gardener Podcast.” And she will. It's just that easy.   The Daily Gardener Friday Newsletter Sign up for the FREE Friday Newsletter featuring: A personal update from me Garden-related items for your calendar The Grow That Garden Library™ featured books for the week Gardener gift ideas Garden-inspired recipes Exclusive updates regarding the show Plus, each week, one lucky subscriber wins a book from the Grow That Garden Library™ bookshelf.   Gardener Greetings Send your garden pics, stories, birthday wishes, and so forth to Jennifer@theDailyGardener.org   Curated News How to Propagate Your Favorite Herbs, Such as Rosemary, Mint, Basil, and More | MARTHASTEWART.COM | Caroline Biggs    Facebook Group If you'd like to check out my curated news articles and original blog posts for yourself, you're in luck. I share all of it with the Listener Community in the Free Facebook Group - The Daily Gardener Community. So, there’s no need to take notes or search for links. The next time you're on Facebook, search for Daily Gardener Community, where you’d search for a friend... and request to join. I'd love to meet you in the group.   Important Events April 15, 1782 Today is the anniversary of the death of the Swedish botanist and the daughter of Carl Linnaeus, Elisabeth Christina von Linné, known to her family as Lisa Stina. Lisa Stina fell in love with one of her father’s star pupils, Daniel Solander. Linnaeus himself approved of the relationship. He had high hopes that Daniel might become not only his future son-in-law but also his backfill as the Professor of Botany at Uppsala. Yet after spending time in England, Daniel elected not to return to Sweden. He would never again return to his home country. Despite sending letters referring to Lisa Stina as his “sweetest mamselle,” London was too exciting, and Daniel informed Linnaeus by post that he would not be coming back. In the ensuing years, Linnaeus would often refer to Daniel, the pupil that got away, as "the ungrateful Solander." Daniel would go on to travel with Joseph Banks in Captain James Cook's first circumnavigation of the globe on the Endeavor. Back home in England, Daniel became Joseph Banks' personal secretary and librarian. But his work was cut short when he died from a brain aneurysm at the age of 46. As for Lisa Stina, she ended up unhappily married to a grandson of Rudbeck - the man for whom the Rudbeckia or Black-Eyed Susans are named. But when she was 19 (and in love with Daniel Solander), Lisa Stina published a paper about a little-known occurrence that came to be known as the  “Elizabeth Linnaeus Phenomenon.” Lisa Stina had been in her family’s garden at twilight, and she had observed flashes of light coming from nasturtium flowers. She told her father that the brighter reddish blossoms were the main source of the light. In her paper, she questioned whether the light came from the flowers themselves or if the flashing was an illusion. At the time, scientists could not discern the validity of her observations, and some even dismissed her observation altogether - assuming she’d imagined it. But 150 years later, a German professor would uncover the mystery of the flashing flowers, which turns out to be an optical illusion that occurs at twilight. When the light bounces off the red color of the nasturtiums in contrast to the green leaves, the eye perceives it as a flash of light. The same effect can happen with other bright-colored flowers, like Sunflowers, Calendulas, and African Marigolds. If you want to try to replicate it, you need to try to view the blooms at sunset using your peripheral vision. The poet, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, wrote about the Elizabeth Linnaeus Phenomenon in one of his verses: 'Tis said, in summer's evening hour Flashes the golden-colored flower A fair electric flame... The etymology of Nasturtium is Latin 'nasus torsus' and means 'nose twist or nose torment.’ The word “nose” is found in many common names like the Nose Tickler due to the peppery sinus-clearing taste of the leaves. The flower tastes a bit sweeter.   April 15, 1938 Today is the birthday of the French botanist, biologist, and conservationist Francis Hallé. Francis has spent over forty years studying the ecology of tropical forests and the architecture of their trees. These scientific areas of study have shaped how Francis views not only trees and forests but also our planet and the future. Atlas Obscura wrote an excellent feature article about Francis called "The Botanist Who Made Fantastical Sketches of Rain Forest Flora.” Francis’s book, The Atlas of Poetic Botany, is one of my favorites - it offers a Seussical charm thanks to Francis’s whimsical artwork. In 2018, Francis wrote, “I draw mainly to get around language difficulties. The French language is made for humans and, in a pinch, for animals, but not at all for plants. Leaving the Latin that we use to name these [plants], we lack the vocabulary to describe their way of life." As Francis likes to say, he respects the poetry of all living things - and this is a clue to the etymology of the title of Francis’s book, The Atlas of Poetic Botany. In The Atlas, Francis gives us a tour of the rainforest and the rare plant life that can be found only under the canopy of the forest’s magnificent trees. Francis introduces us to a plant with a single, enormous leaf, an invasive hyacinth, a walking tree, and a dancing vine - just to name a few. Francis also shares the history and lore of the many plants he profiles -  like Queen Victoria's rubber tree and the moabi tree (the bark is believed to give the power of invisibility). Francis celebrates the wonders of the plant kingdom by sharing specimens with incredible characteristics: a flower that draws energy from trees; plants that can imitate other plants; a fern with cloning power; and a tree creates rain. And all this biodiversity is impossible without the protective covering of the rainforest. Today Francis is passionate about forests. In a recent interview this winter, Francis said, “Plants are much smarter than us... They improve their environment while we destroy ours. Humans are trees' greatest enemy. Of course… parasites kill some, that storms bring down those with weak roots and [stunted] fibers, but all this serves to improve the species, according to the laws of evolution. While we… deprive the equatorial forests of their tallest, upright trees, the most beautiful, leaving the lower trees. This madness will continue as long as there is a tree left to make money; I have no illusions.” In 2019, Francis started an 800-year rewilding project - an initiative called the Association for Primary Forest. This project aims to create a primary forest in Europe in an area that would encompass 70,000 hectares. Francis said, “I dream of a forest with zero management, like those I've had the privilege to see in the tropics. For me, a primary forest offers the ultimate biological diversity, as well as the best in planetary aesthetics." A primary forest is a forest that has not been cleared, exploited or modified in any way by man. Primary forests differ from plantation forests because plantation trees are planted to be used or harvested. In contrast, a primary forest would be planted to allow it to develop freely over millennia. Primary forests are precious spaces. According to Francis, they offer much more carbon capture than secondary forests. And Francis calls primary forests summits of biodiversity. Primary forests also offer climate regulation and replenishment of water resources - along with countless other benefits. In 2021, when Elon Musk announced his $100 million award for the best ideas to capture carbon, Francis Hallé quickly responded that his primary forest initiative was the ultimate carbon capture solution. We’ll see if Elon agrees. It was Francis Hallé who said, "I wonder if our initial relationship to trees is aesthetic rather than scientific. When we come across a beautiful #tree, it is an extraordinary thing."   Unearthed Words A Robin said: The Spring will never come, And I shall never care to build again. A Rosebush said: These frosts are wearisome, My sap will never stir for sun or rain. The half Moon said: These nights are fogged and slow, I neither care to wax nor care to wane. The Ocean said: I thirst from long ago, Because earth's rivers cannot fill the main. — When Springtime came, red Robin built a nest, And trilled a lover's song in sheer delight. Grey hoarfrost vanished, and the Rose with might Clothed her in leaves and buds of crimson core. The dim Moon brightened. Ocean sunned his crest, Dimpled his blue, yet thirsted evermore. ― Christina Rossetti, English poet, A Winter Sonnet   Grow That Garden Library A Wilder Life by Celestine Maddy (“Cell-ah-steen”) This book came out in 2016, and the subtitle is A Season-by-Season Guide to Getting in Touch with Nature In this book, Celestine urges us to garden with a greater purpose than simply growing plants for food and beauty. She wants us to connect with our gardens and refresh our spirits. Celestine was the founder of Wilder Quarterly - A magazine for people enthralled by the natural world. The magazine ran from 2011 to 2013. A Wilder Life is a beautiful coffee table book that offers tips for connecting with nature. Celestine’s ideas include planting a night-blooming Garden, learning to read the Stars, creating a habitat for butterflies, dying your clothes with natural dyes, building an outdoor shelter, and learning to identify insects -  just to name a few. Celestine’s book and projects embraced the simple life trend that started after the year 2000. Celestine's book is divided into seasons and within each season are five main sections: growing (which covers suggested plants), cooking (a fantastic section with seasonal recipes), Home & Self Reliance, Beauty & Healing, and Wilderness (a guide to appreciating all that nature offers in the season).  This book is 272 pages of restoration and connection with nature by living a wilder life. You can get a copy of A Wilder Life by Celestine Maddy and support the show using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for around $3   Today’s Botanic Spark Reviving the little botanic spark in your heart April 15, 1791 Today is the anniversary of the death of the English botanist Alexander Garden. Alexander’s story is a fascinating one - starting with the fact that he had the perfect last name for a botanist: Garden. The Gardenia flower is named for him. After immigrating from England, Alexander had settled in Charleston, South Carolina. Now, if you’ve ever wondered how I came up with the term botanic spark to describe the sweet stories that I ended the show with, it was a term I read in a letter written by Alexander Garden. One summer, Alexander found himself stuck in Charleston - while many of his botanist friends were off exploring and botanizing. In a letter to the botanist, John Bartram, Alexander wrote, "Think that I am here, confined to the sandy streets of Charleston, where the ox, where the ass, and where man, as stupid as either, fill up the vacant space while you range the green fields of Florida.” And to John Ellis, who sent Alexander detailed accounts of his botanizing, Alexander wrote: "I know that every letter which I receive not only revives the little botanic spark in my breast but even increases its quantity and flaming force." When the Revolutionary War began, Alexander sided with the British, even though he sympathized with the colonists. Alexander’s son, Alex Jr., fought against the British. As a consequence, Alexander and his son became permanently estranged. They never forgave each other. A biographical sketch of Alexander sadly reported that Alexander’s son had a little girl he had named Gardenia. But after the two men became estranged, Alexander never met his little granddaughter with the flower name that honored the botanical work of her grandfather. When the war was over, Alexander and other British sympathizers were punished. In Alexander’s case, his property was confiscated, and he was forced to leave South Carolina. After losing everything, Alexander and his wife and two daughters went to live in London, where he became vice-president of the Royal Society. He died of tuberculosis, at age 61, on this day in 1791.   Thanks for listening to The Daily Gardener. And remember: "For a happy, healthy life, garden every day."

Today, I want to tell you 8 great companion plants to plant this fall around your Black-eyed Susans.    Listen to hear 8 great companion plants that have similar care needs that you can plant next to your Black-eyed Susans this fall. Go to spokengarden.com/160 for this list and also for great annual companion plants!   Go to spokengarden.com for more quick-tip garden episodes. Visit our Patreon page for exclusive content at patreon.com/Spoken_Garden.  And subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss future episodes! We'll see ya in the Garden! Music by The Lookers.

How Close to Plant Perennials Like Daisies and Black Eyed Susans?

How Close to Plant Perennials Like Daisies and Black Eyed Susans?

Chatting about our common interests

This episode, we talk with Holly Heider Chapple about floral design. The plant profile is on Black-eyed Susans, and I share my thoughts on Gardening by Rules. Recorded on July 11, 2020. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

TITLE: Cultural Stew Podcast StayHome Eps EPISODE: 0050 DATE: 6/12/20 LOCATION: at our homes Today's podcast is brought to you by audible - get a FREE audiobook download and 30 day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/culturalstew . Over 180,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player. INTROS: A welcome to the podcast. REMEMBER US? 3:47 NEWS IN THE MEDIA WORLD A New Evil Dead (Evil Dead Now) - No Bruce Campbell AMC reopening Globally by end of July? California Theatres open June 12! 12:13 NEW TRAILERS: (THEY ARE COMING OUT ANYWAY!) Bill & Ted Face the Music! https://youtu.be/0hAL7emClFM (https://youtu.be/0hAL7emClFM) 14:52 NEW (er) IN STREAMING- (NETFLIX, AMAZON, DISNEY+, APPLE, HULU, YOUTUBE, Amazon Cinema (releases movies early) NETFLIX Da 5 Bloods (June 12th) Trailer https://youtu.be/D5RDTPfsLAI Queer Eye Season 5--started June 5th Marcella Season 3 June 14th The Old Guard July 10th https://youtu.be/aK-X2d0lJ_s Eurovision - Will Ferrel, Rachael McAdams - June 26 https://youtu.be/7q6Co-nd0lM PRIME Knives Out- June 12th Original 7500 June 9th https://youtu.be/F4W5c3rhs HULU: Love, Victor: https://youtu.be/uh-IaEaEdE0 Normal People https://youtu.be/x1JQuWxt3cE Review 29:15 APPLE TV+: Defending Jacob- 8- 1 hour episodes Chris Evans, Michelle Dockery, Jaeden Martell (from the book, by William Landay.) https://youtu.be/XQfeoRLvfqU Review 21:43 DISNEY PLUS: Artemis Fowl June 12th https://youtu.be/fl2r3Fwxz_o r. HBO I May Destroy You: Series Premiere (Released June 7 https://youtu.be/vrUGIQ2ItE8 Search Party: Season 3 (Released June 25) HBOMAX Love Life Anna Kendrick --https://youtu.be/uZp_g271jpo Rick and Morty- adult cartoon… Peacock launches July 15 Coming Soon: (DP) Artemis Fowl - June 12, (N) Umbrella Academy S2 -July 31 (DP) HAMILTON - July 3 33:16 OUR REC or RUN? (WHAT WE’VE BEEN WATCHING) VALERIE: Defending Jacob- Apple RECOMMEND 13th (2016) Documentary Netflix RECOMMEND https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a32808718/netflix-13th-free-ava-duvernay-documentary/ Glory Road (2006)- Josh Lucas RECOMMEND Becoming- Michelle Obama documentary (book tour and how it affected people.) End Game: We finished up the Marvel Avengers (But there’s still shows in the que!!) RON - Last Days of American Crime _ Netflix RUN AWAY 0%! On RT Space Force - Netflix RECOMMEND Breeders - FX RECOMMEND DC’s Stargirl REC ...cautiously Killing EVE - BBC/AMC RECOMMEND Killing Gunther - Netflix RUN AWAY LoveBirds - Netflix RECOMMENDED UNcut GEMS - Netflix RUN AWAY LOTR Trilogy ...worth a rewatch, Josh Gad Reunited Apart 1:01:11 GAMES: PS4 Last of US2 - June 19, Ghosts of Tsushima - July 17, PS5 PREVIEW!!!!!!!! The Switch Unvravel 2--LOVE IT! Voez- DON’T GET IT. 1:07:44 AUDIBLE LISTENS:Currently listening to Black Eyed Susans by Julia Heaberlin. So far, so good. 1:09:30. Back to What's ON YOUR RADAR AND IN YOUR QUEUE RON L - Looking for some new music, been listening to Brasshouse R - Q - Artemis Fowl, Search Party, Rick & Morty VALERIE L- R - Black-Eyed Susans Q - Josh Gad-Reunite Apart! 1:10:30 OUTRO You can find us at: CulturalStew.net, @culturalstewnet on twitter and Cultural Stew on Facebook, all our personal social media handles on our site. MUSIC: Start the Fire by YES YES NO MAYBE Licensed thru Musicbed.com Goat Factory Media Entertainment / https://www.culturalstew.net Musicbed SyncID: MB01FDQ02AUZCGI Do have you original music you’d like us to take a listen to and possibly share, contact us!

Two weeks into the pandemic, I'm just over here learning life lessons.

Authors on the Air host Pam Stack welcomes highly acclaimed author Kathleen Kent to the studio to discuss THE BURN and her other novels. She says: "When I was a child I loved epic, historical novels, and I read a lot of Dickens, Poe and James Michener. Later, some of my favorite authors included Annie Dillard, Philip Meyer, Larry McMurtry and Cormac McCarthy—authors who wrote about the American Heartland. A few of my recent favorite novels include A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles, Before the Fall by Noah Hawley, Black Eyed Susans by Julia Heaberlin, and Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke." ABOUT THE BURN: There's not much that can make Detective Betty Rhyzyk flinch. But her wounds are still fresh from an encounter with an apocalyptic cult known as The Family, and she's having trouble readjusting to life as it once was. She's back at work as a narcotics detective, but something isn't right -- at work, where someone has been assassinating confidential informants, or at home, where she struggles to connect with her loving wife, Jackie. To make matters worse, Betty's partner seems to be increasingly dependent on the prescription painkillers he was prescribed for the injuries he sustained rescuing her. Forced into therapy, a desk assignment, and domestic bliss, Betty's at the point of breaking when she decides to go rogue, investigating her own department and chasing down phantom sightings of the cult leader who took her hostage. The chase will lead her to the dark heart of a drug cartel terrorizing Dallas, and straight to the crooked cops who plan to profit from it all. There's never a dull moment in Dallas, especially now that Detective Betty's back. Listen on your favorite podcast app!

Authors on the Air host Pam Stack welcomes highly acclaimed author Kathleen Kent to the studio to discuss THE BURN and her other novels. She says: "When I was a child I loved epic, historical novels, and I read a lot of Dickens, Poe and James Michener. Later, some of my favorite authors included Annie Dillard, Philip Meyer, Larry McMurtry and Cormac McCarthy—authors who wrote about the American Heartland. A few of my recent favorite novels include A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles, Before the Fall by Noah Hawley, Black Eyed Susans by Julia Heaberlin, and Bluebird, Bluebird by Attica Locke." ABOUT THE BURN: There's not much that can make Detective Betty Rhyzyk flinch. But her wounds are still fresh from an encounter with an apocalyptic cult known as The Family, and she's having trouble readjusting to life as it once was. She's back at work as a narcotics detective, but something isn't right -- at work, where someone has been assassinating confidential informants, or at home, where she struggles to connect with her loving wife, Jackie. To make matters worse, Betty's partner seems to be increasingly dependent on the prescription painkillers he was prescribed for the injuries he sustained rescuing her. Forced into therapy, a desk assignment, and domestic bliss, Betty's at the point of breaking when she decides to go rogue, investigating her own department and chasing down phantom sightings of the cult leader who took her hostage. The chase will lead her to the dark heart of a drug cartel terrorizing Dallas, and straight to the crooked cops who plan to profit from it all. There's never a dull moment in Dallas, especially now that Detective Betty's back. Listen on your favorite podcast app!

Kiernan Box is the keyboardist of Augie March and also long-time member of the Black Eyed Susans. Being behind the keys, comes with a particular view of LIVE music as well as during the recording of the music. The Bands latest album is called Bootikins (out through Caroline). Between shows for Augie March's 'On The Quiet' tour Kiernan spoke to John Murch of radionotes. Show Notes: https://radionotespodcast.com/episodes/kiernan-box/ 

In this episode review, Madyson reviews Black-Eyed Susans by Julia Heaberlin --a roughly 350 page mystery thriller.

Do you have pet names for your plants?   Amy the Amaryllis.   Jerry the geranium.   Once I bought some dahlias at a private plant sale.   Before I drove away, I rolled down the window to ask for the sellers name; they’ve been my “Doris“ dahlias ever since. Doris and I have stayed in touch over the years, and I have to say; she’s as lovely as the bloom on those dahlias.   So whether they are called Howard or Bertie, Harry or Liz; if you’ve named your plants, you are not alone. The gesture of honoring a loved one or the little laugh evoked from a cleverly name to plant all add it to the joy of gardening. There’s nothing wrong with that.   Brevities #OTD On this day in 1855 Paul de Longpré (Books By This Author)was born.   Known as the "King of Flowers", de Longpré painted exceptional portrayals of roses (his first love), and wildflowers (his second love).  If you look at his work, you'll find somewhere in his composition his signature accent – a bumblebee. After exhibitions of his work on the East Coast, reviewers praised,  "No one but a poet could paint as he does."   "De Longpré has the rare gift of reading down to the heart of his loved flowers." De Longpré was raised in northern Paris. His father left the family early one - a hurt that de Longpré hid from reporters; telling them that his father was dead. De Longpré's family was artistic and he helped his mother financially by painting silk fans with his brother. (The fans were quite fashionable at the time).   After marrying the delightful Josephine Estievenard, de Longpré was mentored by Francois Rivoire. Like Rivoire, de Longpré’s mastery of watercolors are said to rival the richness of oil painting.   When de Longpré lost his savings in a Paris bank crash, he immigrated with his wife and their children to the United States - ultimately calling Hollywood their home in 1900.  At the time, Hollywood was a brand new development just west of Los Angeles -   De Longpré built a lavish Mission Revival style villa and it quickly became the most famous estate on the boulevard. He bought an additional three blocks of property from socialite Daeida Wilcox Beveridgein exchange for three of his flora watercolors. On the property, de Longpré planted over 4000 rosebushes the muses for his work – and he turned the main level of his magnificent home into an art gallery. The place became a sensation; a hub for elites, as well as a tourist destination, with over 8,000 visitors a month. De Longpré’s guests were greeted by a very courteous Japanese butler who would hand them a list of the paintings titles and prices.   Pauls daily habit was to get up in the morning and pick flowers with his youngest daughter, Pauline, by his side. After creating more than 2,000 paintings, de Longpré died in 1911. Josephine and the girls sold the house and sadly agreed to a final exhibition of de Longpré's work, which included his masterpiece the Cherokee Rose. It was a Josephine's lifelong regret to part with these paintings. Thirteen years later, the architectural wonder of the de Longpré's villa and the lavish gardens were all destroyed to make room for commercial buildings and parking lots.   #OTD On this day in 1734, Elsa Beate Bunga was born.   She was a pistol. Married to the handsome Swedish Count Sven Bunga, Elsa was a passionate amateur botanist. At her Beataberga mountain estate, she had many large greenhouses.    Bunga wrote a book called, "About the Nature of Grapevines", which brought her notoriety and authority. She even  corresponded with fellow Swede Carl Linnaeus (who is almost 30 years older than her).   Bunga also drew attention because of her way of dressing. Like the women of her time she wore a skirt, but she distinguished herself by dressing as a man from the waist up. When King Gustav III (1771 - 1792), inquired about a peculiarly dressed woman at the Royal Swedish opera, Bunge boldly replied,  "Tell his Majesty that I am the daughter of statesman Fabian Reder and married to statesman Sven Bunga". Unearthed Words #OTD Maryland selected the Black-Eyed Susan as the State Flower.   This was after much debate. The Baltimore Sun, among many others, was not in favor of the Black-Eyed Susan selection, writing dismissively: "Susan came to Maryland, not on the Ark or the Dove, but a migrant from the Midwest mixed in clover and hayseed." Before the plant received it's popular common name, there was a song by John Gay called Black-Eyed Susan - popular in British maritime novels.    The song tells of a love story between Susan and her Sweet William. As the two say their final farewells before his departure on a long sea voyage, Susan had crying and had black circles around her eyes.   Today, their stories continue; folklore sharing that Black-Eyed Susans and Sweet William share the same bloom time to celebrate their undying love for each other.     Here are a few verses:   All in the Downs the fleet was moor'd, The streamers waving to the wind When black-eyed Susan came on board; Oh! where shall I my true love find? Tell me, ye jovial sailors, tell me true, If my sweet William sails among your crew.   William, who high upon the yard, Rock'd with the billows to and fro, Soon as her well-known voice he heard,; He sigh'd, and cast his eyes below; ;- The cord glides swiftly through his glowing hands, ' And quick as lightning on the deck he stands. '   So the sweet lark, high pois'd in air, Shuts close his pinions to his breast, If chance his mate's shrill call he hear, And drops at once into her nest, The noblest captain in the British fleet, Might envy William's lips those kisses sweet.   O Susan, Susan, lovely dear, My vows shall ever true remain; Let me kiss off that falling tear;  We only part to meet again. . Change as ye list, ye winds, my heart shall be The faithful compass that still points to thee.   Believe not what the landsmen say, Who tempt with doubts thy constant mind; They'll tell thee, sailors, when away, In every port a mistress find. Yes, yes, believe them, when they tell thee so, For thou art present wheresoe'er I go.   If to fair India's coast we sail,  Thy eyes are seen in di'monds bright; Thy breath is Afric's spicy gale, Thy skin is ivory so white. Thus, ev'ry beauteous object that I view, Wakes in my soul some charm of lovely Sue.   Though battle calls me from thy arms, Let not my pretty Susan mourn; Though cannons roar, yet safe from harms. William shall to his dear return. Love turns aside the balls 'that round me fly; Lest precious tears should drop from Susan's eye. I   The boatswain gave the dreadful word, The sails their swelling bosoms spread; No longer must she stay aboard They kiss'd she sigh'd; he hung his head Her less'ning boat unwilling rows to land; Adieu! she cries, and wav'd her lily hand.   Today's book recommendation  Studio Oh! Hardcover Medium Capture Life’s Moments Cactus Journal Studio Oh offers inspired collections of finely crafted and cleverly designed journals and other decorative home accessories.  Their new cactus line of products will be a sure hit with gardeners. Today's Garden Chore Plan how you will honor Arbor Day Find the best place to source saplings in your area. Increase your tree diversity by planting a Kentucky Coffee Tree. Something Sweet  Reviving the little botanic spark in your heart The story of de Longpré is quite enchanting. There are two images in particular about de Longpré that stuck with me. The first is such a quintessentially French image. De Longpré is riding his bicycle, peddling out to the garden with an easel on his back, a hat on his head, on his way to paint the flowers he loved so much.   The second image is a photo of de Longpré in the garden with his little daughter Pauline. In an article in the Overland Monthly, we get a little glimpse into their relationship. "de Longpré’s youngest daughter, is a bright little miss about eight years old. If you ask for her name, she will say it is Pauline; but the only name she has ever called at home is “Joujou”; the French word for toy or plaything.  She is idolized by her famous father, and when he walks in the garden she is always by his side."   Thanks for listening to the daily gardener, and remember: "For a happy, healthy life, garden every day."

How to plant Black Eyed Susans

How to plant Black Eyed Susans

This flower is a classic in the garden and EASY to grow. Learn how in today's episode. Learn More: Black Eyed Susan: How To Grow And Care For Rudbeckia Plants Keep Growing, Kevin

2:37: We start the show with our weekly visit with Baltimore Sun media critic David Zurawik. NBC did something the other night that got stuck in David’s craw, but that does’t keep him from talking about it. The network’s nightly news program moved, anchor Lester Holt and all, to Trump Tower. Holt interviewed presumptive GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump and anchored the rest of the broadcast from the building’s gold-and-marble lobby. Says David Z: Bad idea.19:51: Today is actor George Clooney's 55th birthday. He’s in another film due for release this month: Money Monster, co-starring Julia Roberts and directed by Jodie Foster. Film critics Linda DeLibero and Christopher Llewellyn Reed discuss Clooney’s career, from his start on television through his turn to award-winning acting and directing.It’s Kentucky Derby weekend, the start of the Triple Crown races, and we have two features related to the season:50:17: Ross Peddicord, director of the Maryland Horse Industry Board, helps you get in touch with your inner horse. There are many places to do that across the state -- if you want to ride a horse, brush a horse, or just muck out a stall. Ross also has potentially good news related to the arabbers of Baltimore and an effort to preserve the horse-drawn produce wagons of the inner-city. We’ll also tell you about a one-night equine movie festival coming up at The Senator Theatre in Baltimore, featuring a film that the whole horse world has been talking about, "Harry and Snowman."1:06:48: Brendan Dorr, bartender at the B----O American Brasserie, will tell us how to make a classic Kentucky-style mint julep with love. We’ll also hear about the official drinks of the other Triple Crown races, including the Belmont Breeze. Plus, Brendan assesses the first batch of rye whiskey from the new distillery of Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank, arriving in stores just in time for the Preakness and the making of Black-Eyed Susans.

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Chris and Denice talk about Wise County lore, creepy books, hauntings, and sightings! Special guest Julia Heaberlin, best-selling author of Black-Eyed Susans, joins the podcast for more spooky talk and to talk about her new book Paper Ghosts that will be coming out in April of 2018! Opening and closing theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism

BetOnline.ag Bonus Codes: 75BTB for first timers (75% Bonus) and 35BTB for reloads (35% Bonus). 142nd Preakness Stakes is Saturday and the boys from Bet The Board are back for a their pony podcast followup performance! Covers.com Horse Expert Monique Vag, better known as Parlay Queen joins to breakdown The Run for the Black-Eyed Susans from a betting perspective. With Royal Mo out, is Conquest Mo Money the pace setter? New shooter Cloud Computing is drawing attention from professionals, but will his first race outside Aqueduct breed success with trainer Chad Brown? Gunnevera, Hence, and Classic Empire are the 3 horses receiving most of the attention to dethrone Kentucky Derby Winner Always Dreaming; can they do it? Todd Fuhrman and Payneinsider turn to the man behind the counter, Dave Mason of BetOnline.AG to recap the NBA and NHL Playoffs and talk all things Preakness Stakes.

Julia Heaberlin, thriller author of Playing Dead and Black-Eyed Susans, stops by the Old Monk to talk about the rich rewards of the book business, her days a newspaper editor at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and the time she was briefly Tim Rogers' boss. Hosts: Tim Rogers, Zac Crain Theme music: Shibboleth's "The Bavarian," from the 2008 album Experiment in Error (Idol Record

We welcome guest host, Meredith, to the podcast! We talk about the start of the Eclectic Read-a-thon starting the evening of Dec 19. We list our book wish list for Christmas; just message us for our addresses. And we discuss emotions during the high school years.Show NotesWhat did you think of Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda? Tell us about it on Goodreads! Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda on Goodreads and Amazon The Book Thief on Goodreads and Amazon The Hobbit on Goodreads and Amazon To Kill a Mockingbird on Goodreads and Amazon Black-Eyed Susans on Goodreads and Amazon Spook on Goodreads and Amazon Moby Dick on Goodreads and Amazon Kitchen Confidential on Goodreads and Amazon A Darker Shade of Magic on Goodreads and Amazon Runaways on Goodreads and Amazon Paper Quilling for the First Time on Goodreads and Amazon The Sandman: Dream Hunters on Goodreads and Amazon You’re Never Weird on the Internet on Goodreads and Amazon William Shakespeare’s Star Wars on Goodreads and Amazon Storiarts Harry Potter Coloring Book Harry Potter Illustrated Edition Preview Red Rising on Goodreads and Amazon Golden Son on Goodreads and Amazon The Millionaire and the Bard on Goodreads and Amazon Interview with Beck Albertalli Next episode's book The Sculptor on Goodreads and Amazon

Bobcat Goldthwait returns to Alison Rosen Is Your New Best Friend to talk about his new documentary Call Me Lucky, the passionate beginnings of his and Alison's imaginary relationship, the worst year of his life, the two moments in his new film that his daughter thinks make him look like an asshole, his friendship with Robin Williams, Lewy Body Dementia, divorce, loss, his mother's sarcasm, Black Eyed Susans, his decision to join twitter, Eric Idle, drinking and drugs, his love of Cabaret and so much more. Plus we took your questions over twitter and did a round of Just Me Or Everyone.  

Monyka Berrocosa, host of MyCity4HER Radio, talks with Kimber Goodwin, President of Blonde Marketing, about the women of Baltimore and how they play a role in the Preakness and Black Eyed Susan Day!MyCity4HerRadio is produced by MyCity4Her Media which also publishes MyCity4Her.com - an online resource and new media outlet for women in business. Find out more by clicking here.

Monyka Berrocosa, host of MyCity4HER Radio, talks with Kimber Goodwin, President of Blonde Marketing, about the women of Baltimore and how they play a role in the Preakness and Black Eyed Susan Day!MyCity4HerRadio is produced by MyCity4Her Media which also publishes MyCity4Her.com - an online resource and new media outlet for women in business. Find out more by clicking here.

It's hard to miss the Black-Eyed Susan wildflower. Not only is it impressively tall with a full height up to three feet and bears large, colorful blooms, it is one of the most common wildflowers found throughout Indiana and the rest of the United States.