Podcasts about Clematis

Der erste Eindruck zählt, darum gilt der Vorgarten auch als die Visitenkarte des Hauses. Allerdings gibt es hier viele Herausforderungen: Es gibt nicht viel Platz, liegt oft direkt an der Straße und es herrscht viel Betrieb. Wie man auch auf kleinem Platz eine bunten, tierfreundlichen Wohlfühlplatz schafft, besprechen wir in dieser Folge. Welches Thema findet ihr interessant? Habt ihr Fragen rund ums Gärtnern? Schreibt uns an garten@ndr.de In der ARD Audiothek gibt es die neuen Folgen immer zuerst: https://1.ard.de/imgruenenbereich2 Mehr Infos zum Thema: https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/garten/zierpflanzen/Rosen-im-Fruehjahr-schneiden,rosen197.html https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/garten/zierpflanzen/Clematis-schneiden-Fuer-welche-ist-ein-Rueckschnitt-noetig,clematis160.html https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/garten/nutzpflanzen/Beeren-pflanzen-pflegen-und-schneiden,beeren149.html Unser Podcast-Tipp: "Das Wissen" https://www.ardaudiothek.de/sendung/das-wissen/8758500/

Welcome to the KSL Greenhouse show! Join hosts Maria Shilaos and Taun Beddes as they talk about all things plants, tackle your toughest gardening questions, and offer tips that can help you maintain a beautiful yard. Listen on Saturdays from 8am to 11am at 102.7 FM, 1160 AM, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL NewsRadio app. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @kslgreenhouse. Happy planting! #KSLGreenhouse    Guest: Brian Lloyd with Olson’s Greenhouse    9:05  Feature: Designing Container Gardens  9:20  Should I dethatch my lawn? What should I do about the strawberries in my grow boxes if the soil is hard? What’s the best treatment for scale on my evergreen Clematis? Is there anything I can do to fix the broken bark on my young peach tree after a dog chewed on it? How often should the soil in a large planter be refreshed, and is it okay to only replace and mix about half the soil?  9:35  What should I spray on my fruit trees and when? When and how should I transition from cutting the lawn short in the fall and long in the summer? Why have only 3 out of my 11 apple trees blossomed? Is it best to remove the grass and weeds around the base of my bare root trees before planting them, and do I need to form a “bowl” for watering? Can zucchini seeds be planted now? When should I put grub killer on my lawn?  9:50  What do I do if I missed pruning my peach tree? Will the Sucker Punch help if my Mohican Wayfaring Tree Viburnums are sending out lots of suckers? What are some pine trees I can plant in my backyard on a steep hill? 

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of Paper Talk! In Episode 168, we are thrilled to host the incredibly talented Paula Milner, also known as The Crafty Lass. Paula joins Quynh, Jessie, and Sara to discuss her creative journey, the transition from a corporate career to becoming a full-time artist, and her latest book, Simple Paper Flowers. Plus, we have an exciting giveaway where you can win a copy of Paula's book! In this episode, you'll hear about: Paula's Creative Journey: Learn how Paula transitioned from a corporate role to building her dream career in the creative industry. Behind the Book: Insights into Paula's inspiration for Simple Paper Flowers and her upcoming book on Cricut crafts. The Balancing Act: How Paula juggles family, business, and creativity, with a few life hacks that might surprise you. The Power of Saying 'Yes': Discover how embracing opportunities has shaped Paula's career. The Giveaway! Don't miss your chance to win a copy of Simple Paper Flowers. Head over to Instagram for entry details.

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk with Peggy Singlemann, host of Virginia Home Grown, all about spring pruning tips. The plant profile is on Horsetail and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out with the Last Word on the Great Plant Swap Mishap by Christy Page of GreenPrints.If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to:~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 228: Reducing Runoff with Rain Gardenshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2025/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-228-reducing.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 184: Spring Garden Prephttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2024/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-183-spring.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 151: Clematis⁠https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/06/gardendc-podcast-episode-151-clematis.html⁠~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 142: Hydrangea Care and Pruninghttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2023/03/gardendc-podcast-episode-142-hydrangea.html~ GardenDC Podcast Episode 93: Pruning Tipshttps://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/02/gardendc-podcast-episode-93-pruning-tips.htmlBTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month!  See how at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support.Visit https://shop.kathyjentz.com/ to browse our new online store!Show Notes will be posted after 4-8-2025.We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/message Note that we may use these messages on a future episode.And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too!Episode Credits:Host and Producer: Kathy JentzShow Notes: Skylar DrewMusic: Let the Sunshine by James MulvanyRecorded on 4-5-2025.

In this episode I discuss two great wild edibles and a beautiful but dangerous medicinal herb.New today in my Woodcraft shop:Toasted Holly Scoop Sethttps://judsoncarrollwoodcraft.substack.com/p/toasted-holly-scoop-setEmail: judson@judsoncarroll.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/supportRead about The Spring Foraging Cookbook: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2024/01/the-spring-foraging-cookbook.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CRP63R54Medicinal Weeds and Grasses of the American Southeast, an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/medicinal-weeds-and-grasses-of-american.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47LHTTHandConfirmation, an Autobiography of Faithhttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2023/05/confirmation-autobiography-of-faith.htmlAvailable in paperback on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C47Q1JNKVisit my Substack and sign up for my free newsletter:https://judsoncarroll.substack.com/Read about my new other books:Medicinal Ferns and Fern Allies, an Herbalist's Guide https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/11/medicinal-ferns-and-fern-allies.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMSZSJPSThe Omnivore's Guide to Home Cooking for Preppers, Homesteaders, Permaculture People and Everyone Else: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/10/the-omnivores-guide-to-home-cooking-for.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BGKX37Q2Medicinal Shrubs and Woody Vines of The American Southeast an Herbalist's Guidehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/06/medicinal-shrubs-and-woody-vines-of.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2T4Y5L6andGrowing Your Survival Herb Garden for Preppers, Homesteaders and Everyone Elsehttps://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/04/growing-your-survival-herb-garden-for.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09X4LYV9RThe Encyclopedia of Medicinal Bitter Herbs: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/03/the-encyclopedia-of-bitter-medicina.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5MYJ35RandChristian Medicine, History and Practice: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2022/01/christian-herbal-medicine-history-and.htmlAvailable for purchase on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09P7RNCTBHerbal Medicine for Preppers, Homesteaders and Permaculture People: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/2021/10/herbal-medicine-for-preppers.htmlAlso available on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B09HMWXL25Podcast:  https://www.spreaker.com/show/southern-appalachian-herbsBlog: https://southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com/Free Video Lessons: https://rumble.com/c/c-618325 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support.

Chapters00:00 Welcome to the 200th Episode!00:29 Meet Dan Long: Clematis Expert01:12 Understanding Clematis: Pronunciation and Varieties04:15 Growing Clematis in the Southeast05:13 Troubleshooting Clematis Issues06:24 Choosing the Right Clematis for Your Garden10:08 Clematis Hybridization and New Discoveries11:47 Native Clematis in the U.S.13:04 Dan Long's Plant Exploration Adventures15:27 Debunking Clematis Myths17:14 Clematis Care Tips and Container Gardening20:54 Brushwood Nursery: Behind the Scenes27:24 Dan Long's Personal Gardening Journey33:23 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationWelcome to the 200th episode of The Garden Question Podcast, where our goal has been to help you dive deep into designing, building, and growing a smarter garden that works. I appreciate you and hope that you're always inspired by each episode whether you're a beginner or an expert!Today, we're climbing to new heights—literally—with one of the most versatile and underappreciated plants in the garden: clematis. Our guest, Dan Long, is a leading authority on clematis and other climbing vines. As the owner of Brushwood Nursery and vice president of the International Clematis Society, Dan has spent decades studying, cultivating, and introducing new clematis varieties to gardeners across the U.S. He is a past instructor at Longwood Gardens, authored several articles on the subject and for over 20 years brought a new level of understanding and enjoyment to a typically under-appreciated class of landscape plants.In this episode, Dan untangles the mysteries of clematis, from pronunciation debates—yes, both clematis and clematis are correct—to selecting the best varieties for your garden. He shares expert advice on growing conditions, pruning techniques, and foolproof selections for the Southeast. We'll also explore native U.S. species, exciting hybrid breakthroughs, and how container gardening can make clematis accessible to any space.Get ready to be inspired by Dan's passion for climbers, his insights from over 30 years in the nursery industry, and how you can bring these stunning vines into your own garden. We are Celebrating our 200th episode by Exploring Clematis – Dan Long.I'm your host Craig McManus.

Pruning Rose of Sharon, Bougainvillea, a cedar hedge, and Clematis. Great tip to repel squirrels, and should we put small rocks in the bottom of pots when planting? Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

What plants would you recommend to entertain five to six year-olds? How do I successfully grow Japanese banana plants? Are rose fertilisers and tomato fertilisers the same thing? Kathy Clugston and her team of horticultural champions visit Birmingham Botanical Gardens to solve the gardening gripes of the audience. On the panel this week are proud plantsman Matthew Biggs, ethnobotanist James Wong and garden designer Juliet Sargeant.Later, Matt Biggs educates us on the life and legacy of renowned plant collector Ernest Wilson whose expeditions across Asia led to the introduction of over 2,000 plant species. Senior Producer: Daniel Cocker Assistant Producer: Rahnee Prescod Assistant Producer: Suhaar Ali Executive Producer: Carly MaileA Somethin' Else production for BBC Radio 4

Möchtest Du diesen Podcast finanziell unterstützen? Danke! Hier ist unsere Bankverbindung: Kontoinhaber: MW Medien und Entertainment UG IBAN: DE12 1001 0010 0665 4301 33 BIC: PBNKDEFFXXX Verwendungszweck: Freiwillige Unterstützung oder Zuwendung Besuche auch unsere Homepage https://wir-du-natur.de und trage Dich zu unserem Newsletter ein. So bist Du immer auf dem neuesten Stand und kannst mit uns in Kontakt bleiben. In dieser Episode tauchst du in die faszinierende Welt der Bachblüten-Therapie ein und lernst die #waldrebe, auch bekannt als #clematis oder #tagträumerblüte, kennen. Du erfährst, wie diese besondere Blüte helfen kann, deine #konzentration zu verbessern und geistige Klarheit zu fördern, besonders in stressigen Schulphasen. Wir beleuchten, wie Clematis bei der Linderung von #zuckungen unterstützen und insgesamt zu mehr innerer Ruhe und Ausgeglichenheit beitragen kann. Du lernst außerdem, wie die #rescuetropfen, die oft Clematis enthalten, in akuten Stresssituationen genutzt werden. Verstehe, warum die Clematis-Blüte in der #bachblüten-Therapie so geschätzt wird und wie du sie selbst anwenden kannst, um deine mentale Gesundheit zu unterstützen. #waldrebe #bachblüten #clematis #tagträumerblüte #konzentration #schule #zuckungen #rescuetropfen #naturheilkunde #emotionalegesundheit #pflanzenheilkunde #blütentherapie #geistigefitness #stressmanagement #kinderundjugendliche #geistigeklarheit #lernerfolg #natürlicheheilmittel #innerebalance #präventivmedizin #blütenessenzen #mentaleswohlbefinden #drbach #homöopathie #achtsamkeit #bewusstleben #mentalstärke #schulstress #gelassenheit Die Empfehlung dieser Folge: Clematis als Bach-Blüte http://www.wzg-verlag.de/ https://deutscher-naturheilshop.de/ Ausführliche Beratung und weitere Informationen gibt es beim Naturheilverein Pforzheim: Tel.: 07231 358866 Mail: info@naturheilvereinpforzheim.de Wichtiger Hinweis (Disclaimer): Liebe Hörer, die Nutzung der Inhalte dieses Podcast erfolgt auf Eure eigene Gefahr und ist nur zur allgemeinen Information bestimmt. Bei Erkrankungen oder anhaltenden Beschwerden wird die individuelle Beratung durch einen Arzt oder Heilpraktiker zwingend empfohlen. Die in diesem Podcast zusammengestellten Informationen stellen in keiner Weise Ersatz für professionelle Beratungen und/oder Behandlungen durch Ärzte oder Heilpraktiker dar. Wir stellen keine Diagnosen und erteilen ausdrücklich keine Ratschläge oder Empfehlungen hinsichtlich der Therapie konkreter Erkrankungen. Für etwaige Angaben über Verfahrensweisen und Anwendungsformen wird von uns keine Gewähr übernommen und jede Anwendung erfolgt auf eigene Gefahr des Hörers. Bitte achtet auf Euch und wendet Euch bei persönlichen Anwendungsfragen vertrauensvoll an einen naturheilkundlichen Arzt oder Heilpraktiker. Wir sind in keiner Weise verantwortlich für etwaige Schädigungen, die durch den Gebrauch oder Missbrauch der dargestellten Inhalte entstehen. Ihr seid für Eure Gesundheit stets selbst verantwortlich. "WIR. DU. NATUR." ist ein Podcast aus der Produktion MW Medien & Entertainment UG. Anregungen sowie Wünsche gerne an: E-Mail: wirdunatur@online.de Die Sprecher: Peter Emmrich ist Diplom-Biologe, Chemiker und Facharzt für Allgemeinmedizin mit den Zusatzbezeichnungen Homöopathie, Naturheilverfahren, Akupunktur, Sportmedizin, manuelle Medizin und Palliativmedizin. Er führt in Pforzheim eine Hausarztpraxis. Als Präsident des Europäischen Naturheilbundes e.V., Vizepräsident des Zentralverbandes der Ärzte für Naturheilverfahren und Regulationsmedizin e. V. (ZAEN) und Vorstandsmitglied der Hufelandgesellschaft e. V. befasst er sich seit Jahren intensiv mit natürlichen Heilverfahren und biologischer Medizin. Benjamin Hartlieb ist staatlich anerkannter Osteopath und Heilpraktiker. Er führt gemeinsam mit seiner Frau in Pforzheim eine Praxis für Osteopathie und Naturheilkunde. Die Praxis ist Kooperationspartner der Hochschule Fresenius und betreut Osteopathie-Studenten im klinischen Semester

Puawananga bedeutet in der Sprache der Maori „die Blume des Himmels“. Damit ist die heimische Clematis-Art gemeint, ein Kind der Sterne. Denn die Clematis stammt der Sage nach von Puanga und Rehua (für uns: Rigel im Orion und Antares im Skorpion) ab. Lorenzen, Dirk www.deutschlandfunk.de, Sternzeit

durée : 02:03:41 - Musique matin du mercredi 02 octobre 2024 - par : Jean-Baptiste Urbain - Pour célébrer les 400 ans de la naissance du compositeur allemand David Pohle, le claveciniste Brice Sailly et l'ensemble Clematis lui rendent hommage avec la première intégrale de ses sonates et de sa musique de ballet, découverte très récemment. Rencontre avec un baroqueux défricheur. - réalisé par : Yassine Bouzar

durée : 00:27:44 - Brice Sailly, claveciniste - Pour célébrer les 400 ans de la naissance du compositeur allemand David Pohle, le claveciniste Brice Sailly et l'ensemble Clematis lui rendent hommage avec la première intégrale de ses sonates et de sa musique de ballet, découverte très récemment. Rencontre avec un baroqueux défricheur.

A few weeks ago we talked about an “early Spring”, simply because I thought some of my plants were flowering a lot sooner than expected. Especially the Clematis paniculata one of the seven native species of Clematis in Aotearoa.  Picture taken on Sunday 25 August, 2024  This is one of my favourite Native, New Zealand Climbers, also known as puawānanga, (flower of the skies). It belongs to the Family Ranunculaceae, the buttercup family – it always surprises me how something like Clematis paniculata belongs to the buttercup group, but then again, our plant taxonomy often has little to do with “resemblance”.  I planted our Clematis some 6 years ago near the base of a dying old Birch tree. That birch literally karked it in the next six months, so it was the perfect tree for the climber to climb on.  “Flower of the skies” needs to grow into the light, that's where the flower buds will develop. The more exposed to sunlight, the better the buds develop.  Another important consideration is that the roots of the Clematis need to be in moist, cool soils, according to all the old horticulture books. Gardeners translate this to “cool, moist, shady roots and flowers in warm, dry and bright, sunny places”. (I have always questioned the “cool, moist shady roots” bit as when you buy the plants from garden centres, they'll often be in black, warm and dry plastic pots!)  Having said that: the soil in which roots grow in gardens tends to be cooler than the conditions in which plants are kept on the Garden centre's shelves…   Ever since our Clematis grew up on the old, dead birch tree, the number of flowers increased dramatically. Spring-time flowering is spectacular, and I can't control myself at this time of the year: always taking pictures as soon as the flower buds begin to adorn the (by now) decaying old trunk.  Trouble ahead: This old Birch is nearing its last few years of strength. There will come a time when the Clematis will encounter serious struggles as a result of a collapsing, dead Birch! I am already thinking about another site for Clematis: some of the common Ozzie hardwood trees (Eucalyptus, Acacia, wattle, etc) are very tough and long-lasting structures even after death. This may well be a great (and long-lasting) climbing rack for our native Clematis.  The good thing about training them up a dead tree is the abundance of warm sunlight for the buds.  A few days ago I browsed through my collection of Clematis pictures on the computer. That's when I found some pics (and dates) of flowering. All were starting the show in the third week of August.  And right now – as this program goes to air, they always look like this:  It looks as if Clematis the Climber is regular as clockwork!  LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Möchtest Du diesen Podcast finanziell unterstützen? Danke! Hier ist unsere Bankverbindung: Kontoinhaber: MW Medien und Entertainment UG IBAN: DE12 1001 0010 0665 4301 33 BIC: PBNKDEFFXXX Verwendungszweck: Freiwillige Unterstützung oder Zuwendung Besuche auch unsere Homepage https://wir-du-natur.de und trage Dich zu unserem Newsletter ein. So bist Du immer auf dem neuesten Stand und kannst mit uns in Kontakt bleiben. In dieser aufschlussreichen Podcast-Episode widmen wir uns der Bachblüte Clematis, auch bekannt als #waldrebe, und ihrer besonderen Wirkung auf dein mentales Wohlbefinden. Du erfährst, wie diese Blüte helfen kann, mit #gleichgültigkeit und #desinteresse umzugehen und wie sie dich dabei unterstützt, aus der #tagträumerei oder dem ständigen #abschweifen herauszufinden. Wir beleuchten, wie Clematis dabei helfen kann, mehr #fokus und #konzentration in deinen Alltag zu bringen. Zudem sprechen wir über körperliche Symptome wie #zuckungen und wie die Bachblüte Clematis in diesen Fällen unterstützend wirken kann. Erfahre, wie du die #bachbluete Clematis in dein Leben integrieren kannst, um präsenter und konzentrierter zu sein. Schalte ein und entdecke die Kraft der Bachblüte Clematis, um deinen Geist zu klären und deine Ziele mit mehr Aufmerksamkeit und Engagement zu verfolgen. Wichtiger Hinweis (Disclaimer): Liebe Hörer, die Nutzung der Inhalte dieses Podcast erfolgt auf Eure eigene Gefahr und ist nur zur allgemeinen Information bestimmt. Bei Erkrankungen oder anhaltenden Beschwerden wird die individuelle Beratung durch einen Arzt oder Heilpraktiker zwingend empfohlen. Die in diesem Podcast zusammengestellten Informationen stellen in keiner Weise Ersatz für professionelle Beratungen und/oder Behandlungen durch Ärzte oder Heilpraktiker dar. Wir stellen keine Diagnosen und erteilen ausdrücklich keine Ratschläge oder Empfehlungen hinsichtlich der Therapie konkreter Erkrankungen. Für etwaige Angaben über Verfahrensweisen und Anwendungsformen wird von uns keine Gewähr übernommen und jede Anwendung erfolgt auf eigene Gefahr des Hörers. Bitte achtet auf Euch und wendet Euch bei persönlichen Anwendungsfragen vertrauensvoll an einen naturheilkundlichen Arzt oder Heilpraktiker. Wir sind in keiner Weise verantwortlich für etwaige Schädigungen, die durch den Gebrauch oder Missbrauch der dargestellten Inhalte entstehen. Ihr seid für Eure Gesundheit stets selbst verantwortlich.

In today's episode, you will learn a series of vocabulary words that are connected to a specific topic. This lesson will help you improve your ability to speak English fluently about a specific topic. It will also help you feel more confident in your English abilities.5 Vocabulary Words Related to the topicHarvest (verb): To gather ripe fruits, vegetables, or herbs from a garden.Example Sentences: It's time to harvest the tomatoes when they turn red and juicy.The joy of harvesting homegrown vegetables is a rewarding experience for many gardeners.The harvest season varies depending on the type of plant and your local climate.Seedling (noun): A young plant that has just sprouted from a seed.Example Sentences: Once seedlings have developed several sets of leaves, you can transplant them into larger pots or your garden bed.Delicate seedlings need protection from strong winds and harsh sunlight.Growing your own seedlings from seeds is a cost-effective way to start your garden.Dormant (adjective): In a state of inactivity during the winter or other unfavorable conditions.Example Sentences: Many plants become dormant in the winter, when they stop growing and conserve energy.During their dormant period, some plants may lose their leaves or appear dead.It's important to avoid overwatering dormant plants as they require less moisture.Blooming (verb): To produce flowers.Example Sentences: My roses are blooming beautifully this year thanks to the mild weather.The garden is bursting with color as all the spring flowers are blooming.Knowing the blooming time of different plants helps you plan your garden for a continuous display of color.Vining (adjective): Describes a plant that climbs or trails and needs support to grow upright.Example Sentences: Tomatoes and peas are vining plants that require stakes or trellises to grow properly.Clematis is a beautiful vining flower that can add vertical interest to your garden.Choosing the right support system depends on the weight and growth habit of your vining plant.A Paragraph using the 5 vocabulary wordsGardening is a delightful way to connect with nature and watch life blossom before your eyes. As winter loosens its grip, dormant bulbs begin to sprout, pushing shy seedling leaves towards the warming sun. Tender care is needed during this vulnerable stage, protecting them from harsh elements until they establish strong roots. Beautiful vining flowers, can be strategically planted to weave their way through an archway, creating a stunning vertical cascade of colorful blooms throughout the season. With consistent watering, sunshine, and perhaps some organic fertilizer, your garden will erupt in a vibrant display of blooming flowers and flourishing vegetables. The satisfaction of harvesting homegrown tomatoes, crisp lettuce, or fragrant herbs makes all the effort worthwhile, and the cycle begins anew as you save seeds for next season's bounty.If you want to sign up for the free daily English vocabulary newsletter, go towww.dailyenglishvocabulary.com

Arthur Parkinson's urban garden is, like many in more built up areas,  somewhat overlooked by neighbours, and perhaps the most natural solution to this is with the help of some gorgeous climbers.In this podcast episode, Sarah & Arthur focus on the varieties of clematis, honeysuckle, and other climbers which look stunning combined with the likes of hazel, corten, or even rebar.In this episode, discover:How Arthur almost-accidentally discovered the way to use coppiced hazel to train clematis upwardsA number of favourite varieties as better alternatives to hornbeams for creating privacy and separationSarah & Arthur's selection of climbers beyond the beloved clematis, namely the likes of thunbergias and Ipomoea lobataOrder Sarah's latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newestProducts mentioned:Clematis viticella 'Etoile Violette': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/clematis-viticella-etoile-violetteClematis 'Madame Julia Correvon': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/clematis-viticella-madame-julia-correvonClematis ‘Blue River': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/clematis-blue-riverLonicera periclymenum 'Rhubarb and Custard'®: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/lonicera-periclymenum-rhubarb-and-custardAkebia quinata (Chocolate Vine): https://www.sarahraven.com/products/akebia-quinataThunbergia alata 'African Sunset': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/thunbergia-african-sunsetIpomoea lobata: https://www.sarahraven.com/products/ipomoea-lobata-mina-lobataDahlia 'Night Silence': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-night-silenceDahlia 'Adam's Choice': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-adams-choiceGet in touch: info@sarahraven.comShop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeuFollow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/

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Many think the Clematis Vine is a fragile, delicate flower. That it's a hard plant to keep going. But Scott thinks it's a great tropical looking climber and would look great in a sunny area. So we dive into the ABCs of the queen of the climbers... from A to Z!  Listen in to hear what we discovered while doing our homework.Black Diamond Garden Centers Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBlack Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!https://blackdiamondgrows.com/Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast@yourmidwestgardenpodcastHave a show topic, send us a message or call 567-343-1349 and leave an old fashion voice message!

Andrew Jeanes from Guernsey Clematis talks about 2 new special varieties.

There are so many lovely varieties of clematis available today. Even a single bloom floating is a bowl looks perfect.

Every gardener wishes they had 25 acres to garden on, right? Well maybe not, but most of us do dream of a healthy amount of ground to build beds and borders to our hearts' desire. The reality of homeowners today, however, is that land is expensive and typical suburban lots have decreased in size steadily since the 1970s. And smaller lots mean smaller gardens. That isn't an issue though, if you select plants that are polite and “stay in their lane” as the kids say. On this episode Danielle and Carol talk about compact plants that are prefect for tighter spaces. We've got several perennials, one annual, and even a few well-behaved shrubs that made the list. Filling your tiny plot with these beauties will enable you to have a wide variety of colors and textures without sacrificing an enormous amount of precious square footage.     Julie Lane Gay lives and gardens in Vancouver, British Columbia, where she previously owned a nursery specializing in climbers and perennials.     Danielle's Plants  Creeping variegated gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans Variegata', Zones 8-11)  'Prairie Moon' rattlesnake master (Eryngium yuccifolium 'Prairie Moon', Zones 3-8)  Spicy Devil ® ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius  'ZLENATALIE', Zones 3-7)  'Jack of Diamonds' brunnera (Brunnera macrophylla 'Jack of Diamonds', Zones 3-8)    Carol's Plants   Ivory Halo® dogwood (Cornus alba 'Bailhalo', Zones 3-7)  ‘Rainbow Bouquet' dwarf strawflower (Helichrysum bracteatus ‘Rainbow Bouquet', annual)  Let's Dance Sky View® hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla × serrata 'SMNHSME', Zones 4-9)  ‘Summer Beauty' allium (Allium tanguticum 'Summer Beauty', Zones 4-9)    Expert's Plants   'Brunette' baneberry (Actaea simplex 'Brunette', Zones 3-8)  'Firepower' heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica 'Firepower', Zones 6-9)  ‘Adirondack' crabapple (Malus 'Adirondack', Zones 4-8)  Solitary clematis (Clematis integrifolia, Zones 4-7)   

I am excited for this week's episode of The Flower Podcast, where I chat with the Alla Olkhovska of Linden Grove Gardens from Kharkiv, Ukraine. When Erin Benzakein of Floret shared Alla's story with me, and I visited her website, I discovered Alla's incredible garden of flowers especially her amazing work with clematis. Alla's not just a gardener; she's a treasure chest filled with knowledge. Her digital book and seed collection open a window to the vast and varied world of Clematis, (and other flowers) revealing species and varieties that I promise will have you at hello.  Let's embark on this exciting journey to uncover the secrets of Clematis and more with Alla Olkhovska.  Learn more about Alla Olkhovska and all of our past guests by visiting TheFlowerPodcast.com  Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. We are available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, Amazon Music, Gaana, and many more!  Subscribe to our YouTube Channel for access to all of our Zoom chats, tutorials, Live's, and video extras. Sponsors of The Flower Podcast ASCFG Farmer Bailey Rooted Farmers Real Flower Business Accent Decor

A group of volunteers in Wellington are on a mission to rid the city of Old Man's Beard, a vine that smothers New Zealand native bush. Nigel Charman from Old Man's Beard Free Wellington speaks to Jesse.

Geflochtene Kugeln aus Pflanzenmaterial können kleineren Vögeln als Winterversteck und im Frühling als Rohbau für das eigene Nest dienen. Sie werden mit einer 'chaotischen' Technik geflochten, ähnlich wie die meisten Nester von Vögeln gebaut werden. Als Flechtmaterial eignen sich circa 50cm lange, dünne, elastische Ruten von Weiden, Haseln, Liguster, Rotem Hartriegel und Obstbäumen oder Ranken von Kletterpflanzen, wie Wilder Wein, Clematis, Hopfen, Geissblatt. Reifen flechten Zuerst werden drei Reifen geflochten und ineinander gestellt, so dass ein kugeliges Gerüst entsteht. Oben und unten werden die drei Reifen festgebunden. Jetzt können die Ruten oder Ranken kreuz und quer rundum geflochten werden. Nur ein Einflugloch im oberen Teil bleibt offen. Geschützt aufhängen Die fertigen Kugeln werden vor Katzen geschützt an einer von Efeu begrünten Wand, in einen Asthaufen, in ein Rosendickicht oder in eine dichte Weissdornhecke aufgehängt. Gut befestigt, damit sie bei Wind ruhig bleiben und so als Winterversteck und manchmal auch Brutplatz im Frühling akzeptiert.

Clematis terniflora, sweet autumn clematis, is a woody and fragrant vine known for its white flowers. It is considered an invasive plant.

Sept 2: Invasive plants and animals like bindweed and moles are wreaking havoc for some gardeners. Tomatoes with blight, wilting Clematis and Hydrangeas that grow so fast the blooms are buried. All thoroughly discussed on the Garden Show. Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

Die Clematis gilt als die Königin der Kletterpflanzen und gehört laut Garten-Experte Thomas Balster in jeden Garten. Mit seinen Tipps pflanzt und pflegt man sie zu voller Blüte. 1:10 Darum sollte jeder Clematis im Garten haben 3:56 So pflanzen wir sie richtig 6:45 Düngen, Pflege und Schneidetipps 13:25 Sortentipps von Thomas Fragen an Die Zarten im Garten: diezartenimgarten@ndr.de Mehr Gartentipps: https://www.ndr.de/ratgeber/garten/index.html

The varied blooms resemble water lilies — floating on liquid air. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walter-t-bowne/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/walter-t-bowne/support

In this episode of GardenDC: The Podcast about Mid-Atlantic Gardening, we talk all about Clematis with Jeff Jabco, Director of Grounds and Coordinator of Horticulture at Swarthmore College and the Scott Arboretum. The plant profile is on Penstemon and we share what's going on in the garden as well as some upcoming local gardening events in the What's New segment. We close out Dr. Allan Armitage*, who returns to share the Last Word on heat in the garden. BTW, YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. *Dr. Allan Armitage is also offering a discount for free domestic shipping when ordering his books through June 2024 at allanarmitage.net, simply enter the code LASTWORD at checkout. Show Notes will be available after 6/13//2023. Clematis Links:Clematis on the Web: https://clematisontheweb.org/International Clematis Society: https://www.clematisinternational.com/ If you liked this episode, you may also enjoy listening to: GardenDC Podcast Episode 98: Native Vines https://washingtongardener.blogspot.com/2022/04/gardendc-podcast-episode-98-native-vines.html We welcome your questions and comments! You can leave a voice mail message for us at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/message  Note that we may use these messages on a future episode. And be sure to leave us a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform plus share us on social media with #GardenDC, so other gardeners can find us too! Episode Credits: Host and Producer: Kathy JentzInterview Editor and Show Notes: Marissa Yelenik Recorded on 6-10-2023. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gardendc/support

Callers have questions about Viburnum Leaf Beetle, Clematis not blooming, when to divide Iris' and coping with infestations like Dog Strangling Vine, Box Tree Moths and more. Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

In this week's episode, we put the spotlight on the much-loved vine, the clematis! Stacey and Rick discuss care practices and easy to grow varieties, like our Plant on Trial, Pink Mink® clematis. In our Questions Answered segment, Stacey and Rick break down and simplify composting. And in Branching News, find out what dinner hosts stress over and what plant is stopping traffic.

Charlie reports back on growing Chayote, listeners want to know more about transplanting seedlings, caring for waxed Amaryllis, Gardenias, mini-roses and Clematis pruning tips. Stay tuned next week for Charlie's rose picks for a caller! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

Callers want to prune climbing roses, restore old Clematis, eliminate Bamboo and grow Chayote. Dahlias and blind Daffodils come up too! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

Clematis armandii, named ‘Apple Blossom' has buds that are a lovely soft pink, and even when the flowers open, the lower part of the petals retain that color against the pure white center.

We're on the cusp of spring and caller's are thinking both indoors and out. C. 'Blue Angel' is high on a caller's list, potted bulbs and cedars peeled open in the latest dump of snow. What to do? Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

Digging plants to take on a move, pruning Mandevilla indoors, avoiding pests on fruit trees, and shearing Junipers - just some of the topics we discuss on today's Garden Show. Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio

Flowers and foliage get most of the fanfare, but a plant with eye-catching seed heads will add interest for weeks or even months after its bloom time is over. The textures and shapes of these seed-bearing structures are delightfully diverse, ranging from alliums' showy starbursts to plump peony pods and the feathery tassels of clematis. Our hosts and expert guest will share some favorite selections that look great after they go to seed. Expert guest: Amanda Thomsen is a horticulturist, garden designer, and author based in suburban Chicago.   Danielle's Plants 'Purple Sensation' allium (Allium 'Purple Sensation', Zones 3-9)  'Kopper Kettle' Itoh peony (Paeonia 'Kopper Kettle', Zones 3-8)  'Goldsturm' black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm', Zones 3-9)  Baptisia (Baptisia australis, Zones 3-9)    Carol's Plants ‘Strawberry Fields' gomphrena (Gomphrena haageana ‘Strawberry Fields', Zones 9-11) Tibetan clematis (Clematis tibetana, Zones 6-9) Kamchatka sedum (Sedum kamptschaticum, Zones 3-8) ‘Blue Glow' globe thistle (Echinops bannaticus, Zones 3-8)   Expert's Plants Angel's trumpet (Datura innoxia, Zones 9-10) Love-in-a-mist (Nigella damascena, annual) Love lies bleeding (Amaranthus caudatus, annual)

durée : 00:10:23 - Le Disque classique du jour du vendredi 09 décembre 2022 - Ce programme très original, constitué par l'ensemble Clematis, propose la création d'un oratorio de Noël imaginaire constitué d'œuvres de compositeurs allemands du XVIIe siècle.

I read from devil's darning needle to devolution.     Dragonflies and Damselflies are just long and skinny so obviously one would call them the "Devil's Darning Needle". https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dragonfly#Dragonflies_in_culture But there's also a plant! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clematis_virginiana     More info (but not a lot) about devilwood, a kind of olive. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cartrema_americana     If you want to know more about "Devil's Theory", read this book. Maybe it'll help. https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Devil_Theory_of_War.html?id=3TsHAAAAMAAJ&source=kp_book_description     The word of the episode is "devil's food cake". It has more chocolate than the standard (lame) chocolate cake so it's denser and richer and darker.  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Devil%27s_food_cake     Theme music from Jonah Kraut https://jonahkraut.bandcamp.com/     Merchandising! https://www.teepublic.com/user/spejampar     "The Dictionary - Letter A" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter B" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter C" on YouTube   "The Dictionary - Letter D" on YouTube     Featured in a Top 10 Dictionary Podcasts list! https://blog.feedspot.com/dictionary_podcasts/     Backwards Talking on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmIujMwEDbgZUexyR90jaTEEVmAYcCzuq     dictionarypod@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/thedictionarypod/ https://twitter.com/dictionarypod https://www.instagram.com/dictionarypod/ https://www.patreon.com/spejampar https://www.tiktok.com/@spejampar 917-727-5757

The Risk Report with Roman The Stoic Episode #88 Welcome back, today I talk about Soul Fam's Get down Show on Clematis 500 block. I go over my experiencing opening the show and performing in the rain. I also reflect on my journey with music and how I am always pulled back into the local music scene. As well as my appreciation and adoration for those that support and contribute to the scene. I also talk about the recent hurricanes affects on Ft. Myers and Puerto Rico as well as thinking about those who are facing hard times. Thank you for tuning in, Peace --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theriskreport/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theriskreport/support

Clematis paniculata (in Māori puawhananga) is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. It is one of seven species of clematis native to New Zealand. C. paniculata is the most common of these, and is widespread in forest throughout the country.It is invasive, however, and displays aggressive growth in many areas of North America. C. terniflora can climb nearly 10 metres high, smothering trees and pulling down telephone poles.

The Risk Report with Roman The Stoic Episode #87 In this episode I go over my award for teacher of the month, & how nice it was to be appreciated in that way. I also talk about performing with soul fam, as well as performing on the upcoming show "The Get Down" on Clematis 500 block on October 8th. Tune in to hear me reflect. Peace & Love --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/theriskreport/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theriskreport/support

Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart   Support The Daily Gardener Buy Me A Coffee   Connect for FREE! The Friday Newsletter | Daily Gardener Community   Historical Events 1794 Birth of William Whewell ("Hyoo- uhl"), English polymath, scientist, and Anglican priest. He was Master of Trinity College, Cambridge. William was a unique blend of right and left brain aptitudes. As a university student, he was recognized for his work in both poetry and mathematics. In Elizabeth Gilbert's The Signature of All Things, she wrote of William's signature accomplishment - devising the word "scientist." She wrote, ...the word scientist had been coined, by the polymath William Whewell. Many scholars had objected to this blunt new term, as it sounded so sinisterly similar to that awful word atheist;  Why not simply continue to call themselves natural philosophers?  Was that designation not more godly, more pure?  But divisions were being drawn now between the realm of nature and the realm of philosophy.  Ministers who doubled as botanists or geologists were becoming increasingly rare, as far too many challenges to biblical truths were stirred up through investigation of the natural world.  It used to be that God was revealed in the wonders of nature;  now God was being challenged by those same wonders.  Scholars were now required to choose one side or the other.   1819 Birth of Queen Victoria, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland from June 20, 1837, until she died in 1901. Her reign of 63 years and seven months was longer than any previous British monarch and is known as the Victorian era. In 2019, Kensington Palace celebrated the bicentenary, the 200th anniversary, of Victoria's birth with a large floral display in the sunken garden. The display included blossoms from the Victorian era, such as heliotropes, cannas, pelargonium, and begonias. The humble violet was Queen Victoria's favorite flower. Today many plants are named for Queen Victoria, including the Victoria agave and the giant waterlily, Victoria amazonica.   1861 It was on this day that 45-year-old Anne Frobel, who lived outside of Alexandria, Virginia, not far from Mount Vernon started her Civil War diary with these words, I never saw 'Wilton' my dear old home looking more lovely and inviting.  The trees and plants had put on their loveliest spring attire, and the garden was resplendent with the bloom of rare and brilliant flowers, and the fields were all smiling with a bright prospect of an abundant harvest.    The following day, Anne's farmhouse, like many homes in Alexandria and all along the Potomac, was ceased by Union soldiers looking for quarters. Anne shared her home with her sister Lizzie. The two women never married.  Anne's journal gives a glimpse of what it was like for Southern women of the Civil War era to endure four years of occupation as troops and scavengers used their land for firewood, food, and water. One day, Anne recounted how a Union officer shared a story over dinner at her table about how he had destroyed the last turnips. Anne wrote, My very blood boiled!   1905 On this day, the banker H. Howard Pepper of Providence, Rhode Island, wrote a letter to the magazine Country Life in America, I have had the gardening fever for three summers. ...All the work in the garden is done by myself, and it takes about two hours a day.  We started with these objects in view: To have cut flowers for the house at all times. To have a mass of roses in the backyard. To have [flowers] in the garden all season. Our lot is the average city size, fifty by one hundred feet. The house is twenty feet from the street line, where there are two large elm trees that shade the lawn and beds in front. While these trees are beautiful and we would not part with them, yet they are great deal of trouble, They require spraying each spring, and their roots fill ... the drainpipes, causing much annoyance and expense. I should never plant elm trees near flowerbeds or drain pipes.  The backyard is surrounded by a five-foot board fence on the north and east and picket fence on the south. Climbing nasturtiums cover the picket fence, and [we want] to have climbers hide the board fence, which is covered with wire netting hung on hooks In case the fence is to be painted, the vines and netting can easily be laid down. A woodbine trumpet-vine and Clematis paniculeta are already established,  The single tuberous begonias are the best bedding plants I know; they bloom all summer.  Last year's hollyhocks were affected with blight; we have overcome that disease by spraying with ... One ounce of carbonate of copper made into a paste with one• half pint of water; slowly add one-half pint of strong ammonia water (twenty-six degrees}; water, nine gallons. Our spraying outfit consists of a wooden pail and whisk broom. The broom is far ahead of the ordinary syringe, as it is not so wasteful. The sweet-pea bed, or No. 5, is twelve feet long and three and one-half feet wide. Last year, by planting the peas four inches deep in the middle of October and giving them heavy covering during the winter, we had flowers on May 24th. Early in the fall the sweet peas and nasturtiums were removed to make way for the homemade cold- frame, with a second-hand sash that cost us one dollar. In this frame six by three feet are two hundred small plants of oriental poppies, foxgloves, cardinal flowers, and pansies, also three hundred cuttings of phlox, wisteria, hibiscus, snow-ball, althea, and roses. We have seventy-five rose bushes, mostly vigorous hybrid perpetuals. Last winter we carried over a number of hybrid tea roses by covering them with nail kegs filled with leaves, the kegs having one stave removed for ventilation. When the ground freezes, the rose beds receive a three-inch coating of fresh cow manure, part of which is forked in in the spring. Our greatest difficulty in gardening has been to keep the roses free from aphids. We have tried almost everything advertised but fall back on spraying with the hose. The roses receive weekly applications of liquid manure, two quarts to a plant, from the time the buds appear until they show color. It is usually applied after a rain or when the ground is wet, to prevent burning the roots. We have two piazza boxes. Last fall one was filled with snowdrops, scillas, chionodoxas and crocuses; the other with hyacinths and tulips; they were buried in a vacant lot near by, As soon as the ground thawed in the spring they were placed in position. The bulbs were succeeded by tuberous begonias.  We have raised hundreds of hardy plants like cardinal flowers, foxgloves, Boston ivies, and Oriental poppies in small candy and cigar bases placed on the walk in the rear of the house. Tin marshmallow boxes are excellent for this purpose, as they hold moisture longer than wooden boxes. Our chief error in growing seedlings has been in giving them too much sun. WHY WE HAVE A GOOD LAWN We take great delight in the back lawn because we have overcome SO much in getting it into its present condition.  The weeds are removed from the lawn at least twice a year. The grass is cut once in ten days and the clippings are not raked up.    Grow That Garden Library™ Book Recommendation Cultivated by Christin Geall This book came out in 2020, and the subtitle is The Elements of Floral Style.  This book is so highly rated on Amazon. There are almost 400 reviews, and this is a five-star book. I like to think of this book as a masterclass In floral design. The arrangement on the cover of this book is stunning. An excellent floral design book is so essential. It's a good thing to brush up on those skills - especially this time of year as we're wrapping up spring. We've got beautiful blossoms, like lilacs and peonies, and the roses are just starting to bud. And then, as we get into early summer, there is just an entire buffet of beautiful blossoms that you may want to cut and bring indoors. Just because you're a good gardener doesn't mean that you're a good floral designer or arranger. Like gardening, floral art is a skill that you can learn and get better at. Now I thought I would just give you a quick overview of how Christin has this book laid out. Because very quickly - you'll be able to deduce that Christin is truly a pro. She is a conscious-competent and when it comes to working with flowers. And that's precisely the kind of expert that you want. So Christin begins by talking about finding the flowers and the plants you want to work with. Now you can source many of these things right from your backyard or your patio as a gardener, or you can even supplement some of those with items that you forage or purchase when you're out and about. Then next, Christin has a section that she calls Gearing Up. Here, what she walks you through is everything from, Where are you going to work? (Do you have a potting bench or a room or part of your kitchen that you'll use when you're creating with cut flowers.) What are the vessels or the containers that you're planning on using? What are the tools you plan to use? (What Christin calls the mechanics). And then she has an entire section Where she talks about color. When I think about color, I think about both the art and the science of color. So if you're not good with picking colors, if you struggle with what color to paint a room or what colors to accessorize with, that struggle can translate into your work with flowers. Conversely, if you have a knack for choosing color or working with color, this section will be a slam dunk. But there is a science to it for those of us who struggle with color. And just like with gardening, you can get better and more confident in your work with color. Now two things I want to call out here that Christin talks about in her book that I think are especially helpful is she spends some time talking about two colors, in particular, which can be a true challenge for your work putting together floral designs. One is the color red. Red is such a bold color. And then the other color is green. While you might be thinking about green: how can green be a problem or a challenge? It's because there are different tones and shades of green, and believe it or not; there are times when the green you might be working with can conflict, get dragged down, or just be a little bit off with the rest of your floral work. So you do have to pay attention to the greens you're using. Now the following four sections that are covered in Christin's book, to me, are really where her expertise is. This is Christin in her wheelhouse. She talks about shape and shaping your work. There are so many ways to mold and take control of the form of your floral design. So I loved this section. And then she has one that's called learning from the past. And here is where she looks at garden history, and she looks at some of the best garden artists that have ever lived and how they composed with flowers. So she takes a look at, in particular at the Baroque style, what the Dutch masters were doing with their flowers and their flower paintings, the Rococo style, and SO on. Next, she features a little section on design, creativity and style, restraint, and constraint. And then, finally, she brings it all together by talking about how you can deepen your work: How you can know your why when it comes to creating with flowers. She spends a little bit of time talking about how to photograph flowers - a topic near and dear to my heart. Now I wanted to take one second here. And just share a little bit from what Christin writes in the introduction to this book. Christin is a gardener. She is a writer. She's a garden writer. And at one point, she found herself serving as a florist in residence on an estate in Scotland. And she had absolutely no experience as a florist. So, here's what she wrote. If you'd asked me at the time what I was doing in that shed in Scotland, the professor in me would have had an answer, but I myself might not have believed it: I was serving as a florist in residence on the estate. What does such a person do? I didn't know entirely, even after I pitched the idea to the owners and head gardener. They just let me get on with it, assuming I knew what "it" was.  So I roamed around with a borrowed bucket and wheelbarrow looking for flowers to pick in the dark days of October. I begged vessels and an old folding card table from the house manager. I tried to put together color palettes. I sought out places to photograph my arrangements. And I silently questioned my every move. One thing in my favor: I knew plants. I'd spent thirty years learning about them, growing them, selling them, and loving them.  So I made a deal with myself to do at least one arrangement a day, no matter what, and photograph it as best I could. I had no tripod, SO most of my pictures were blurry, and because of the latitude and time of year, there was very little light. I had no idea where my designs might take me from one day to the next, but no matter what, I got started. And that starting, that instinct to begin without a doubt, is what matters most. That's predominantly what this book is about-discovering how to see flowers. My magpie tendencies have thankfully suited me well; in this book you'll find color theory and discussions of fashion, form, and style but also ruminations on gardening and seasonality that I feel are fundamental to an appreciation of the art.    This book is rated a best-of-DIY book on Amazon. It is 224 pages of a fresh and thoughtful guide to flower arranging for gardeners. You can get a copy of Cultivated by Christin Geall and support the show using the Amazon link in today's show notes for around $14.   Botanic Spark 1884 On this day, the Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky ("chai-kaaf-skee") threw out his work on Suite No. 3 in G major, Op. 55 - and began all over again. Weeks earlier, he had written in his journal that he had gone out to his garden and found inspiration for the melody. He wrote, In the forest and indoors I have been trying to lay the foundation of a new symphony but - am not at all satisfied.... Walked in the garden and found the germ, not of a symphony, but of a future Suite. Prone to self-doubt and angst, Tchaikovsky was tender-hearted and easily wounded by critics of his work. Tchaikovsky's most popular music was often written for ballets like Swan Lake (1877), The Sleeping Beauty (1889), and The Nutcracker(1892), featuring a favorite melody on many gardener's playlists, The Waltz of the Flowers.  Tchaikovsky was a nature lover and a gardener. He loved flowers and spent much of his free time cultivating his flowers. He wrote in a letter on June 1 (13th), 1888. Just now I am busy with flowers and flower-growing. I should like to have as many flowers as possible in my garden, but I have very little knowledge or experience. am not lacking in zeal, and have indeed taken cold from pottering about in the damp. Now, thank goodness, it is warmer weather; I am glad of it, for you, for myself, and for my dear flowers, for I have sown a quantity, and the cold nights made me anxious for them....'   Later that same summer, on July 25 (August 6), 1888, Tchaikovsky wrote his patron once more, The real summer weather has not lasted long, but how I enjoyed it! My flowers, which I feared would die, have nearly all recovered, and some have blossomed luxuriantly. I cannot tell you what a pleasure it has been to watch them grow and to see daily- even hourly-new blossoms coming out. Now I have as many as - want.  When I am quite old, and past composing, I shall devote myself to growing flowers.   Today, the Tchaikovsky House and Museum still stands at his final country home in Klin ("Kuh-lin"), 85 kilometers northwest of Moscow. Tchaikovsky loved his place in Kiln. He once wrote, It is impossible to suggest a better a more suitable way of living than in the countryside. After each new trip to Moscow I come to realize more and more how city life ruins me. Each time I return here I'm completely ill, but I immediately recover in my quiet corner. and Never before have I reveled so much in the beauty of spring, the awakening vegetation, birds returning home – in short, everything which is brought by the Russian spring, actually the most beautiful and jovial spring on earth.   Tchaikovsky's garden was essentially an idealized forest garden - a little wild and wooly - with a winding path and a gazebo. Tchaikovsky loved wildflowers and woodland flowers. One of his favorite flowers was the lily of the valley. He even wrote a poem about it, telling his brother Modest that, like his musical compositions, he was  "terribly proud of this poem." There he is!  I pluck the wondrous gift of the enchantress Spring. O lily of the valley, why do you so please the eye? Where lies the secret of your charms?  ...Your balmy fragrance, Like flowing wine, warms and intoxicates me, Like music, it takes my breath away, ...I am happy while you bloom.   Fittingly, after Tchaikovsky's death at 53, his brother Modest planted lilies of the valley all around the garden at Kiln. Modest also grew other favorites enjoyed by his brother, like violets, forget-me-nots, and bluebells. Today, the garden also boasts roses, begonias, gillyflowers, phloxes, sweet tobacco, and a large statue of Tchaikovsky sitting on the end of a garden bench. You can get your picture taken beside him among the flowers.   Thanks for listening to The Daily Gardener And remember: For a happy, healthy life, garden every day.    

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In this episode Ellen and C.L. celebrate spring salads, discuss organic fertilizers and discuss the many ways to grow vining Clematis. :28    What's for dinner:  Spring Salads  6:24     Insider Information:  Organic fertilizers 11:03    Eat/Drink/Grow:    Clematis This episode is brought to you by our friends at Rainwand.com