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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Blooming Inspiration: A Tale of Rediscovered Passion Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-07-22-22-34-01-nl Story Transcript:Nl: De zon scheen helder boven de Keukenhof-tuinen.En: The sun shone brightly above the Keukenhof-gardens.Nl: Het was zomer en de bloemen bloeiden in al hun pracht.En: It was summer, and the flowers were blooming in all their splendor.Nl: Thijs liep alleen tussen de kleurrijke zee van tulpen, narcissen en hyacinten.En: Thijs walked alone through the colorful sea of tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths.Nl: De geur van bloemen vulde de lucht.En: The scent of flowers filled the air.Nl: Thijs hield van fotografie, maar zijn inspiratie was verloren.En: Thijs loved photography, but his inspiration was lost.Nl: Hij hoopte dat de bloementuin hem zou helpen.En: He hoped the flower garden would help him.Nl: Aan de andere kant van de tuinen stond Lotte.En: On the other side of the gardens stood Lotte.Nl: Ze was een gepassioneerde botanist.En: She was a passionate botanist.Nl: Ze presenteerde haar onderzoek over zeldzame bloemen.En: She was presenting her research on rare flowers.Nl: Lotte wilde mensen ontmoeten die geïnteresseerd waren in haar werk.En: Lotte wanted to meet people interested in her work.Nl: Maar de concurrentie was groot, en ze voelde zich soms onzeker.En: But the competition was fierce, and she sometimes felt uncertain.Nl: Thijs liep verder, zijn camera in de hand.En: Thijs walked further, his camera in hand.Nl: Hij maakte hier en daar wat foto's, maar voelde nog steeds geen vuur.En: He took some photos here and there but still felt no spark.Nl: Terwijl hij langs een groep mensen liep, hoorde hij iemand gepassioneerd praten over bloemen.En: As he walked past a group of people, he heard someone passionately speaking about flowers.Nl: Het was Lotte, die uitleg gaf over unieke bloemen die Thijs nog nooit had gezien.En: It was Lotte, explaining about unique flowers that Thijs had never seen before.Nl: De woorden van Lotte troffen hem.En: Lotte's words struck him.Nl: Haar liefde voor bloemen en haar kennis waren inspirerend.En: Her love for flowers and her knowledge were inspiring.Nl: Voor het eerst in lange tijd voelde Thijs een opwinding.En: For the first time in a long while, Thijs felt a thrill.Nl: Hij liep naar de groep en begon vragen te stellen.En: He walked toward the group and began asking questions.Nl: Lotte was blij verrast door zijn interesse.En: Lotte was pleasantly surprised by his interest.Nl: Ze sprak verder en deelde verhalen en feiten over de bloemen.En: She continued to speak, sharing stories and facts about the flowers.Nl: Thijs vond een nieuwe manier om naar zijn fotografie te kijken.En: Thijs found a new way to look at his photography.Nl: Hij zag de schoonheid in de details die hij eerder had gemist.En: He saw the beauty in the details he had missed before.Nl: Lotte voelde zich sterker doordat ze iemand kon inspireren.En: Lotte felt empowered by being able to inspire someone.Nl: Ze realiseerde zich dat haar werk waarde had.En: She realized her work had value.Nl: Aan het einde van de dag vertrok Thijs met nieuwe foto's en ideeën.En: At the end of the day, Thijs left with new photos and ideas.Nl: Zijn creatieve geest was weer aangewakkerd.En: His creative spirit was rekindled.Nl: Lotte ging naar huis met meer zelfvertrouwen.En: Lotte went home with more confidence.Nl: Ze zag mogelijkheden om haar werk met anderen te delen.En: She saw opportunities to share her work with others.Nl: De ontmoeting had hen beiden veranderd.En: The meeting had changed them both.Nl: Thijs had zijn passie teruggevonden.En: Thijs had found his passion again.Nl: Lotte ontdekte dat ze anderen kon raken met haar kennis.En: Lotte discovered that she could touch others with her knowledge.Nl: Ze keken allebei met een glimlach terug naar hun dag in de bloementuin.En: They both looked back on their day in the flower garden with a smile. Vocabulary Words:shone: scheengardens: tuinenblooming: bloeidensplendor: prachtscent: geurinspiration: inspiratiebotanist: botanistresearch: onderzoekrare: zeldzamecompetition: concurrentiefierce: grootuncertain: onzekercamera: cameraspark: vuurpassionately: gepassioneerdunique: uniekestruck: troffenthrill: opwindingpleasantly: blijsurprised: verrastempowered: sterkerdetails: detailscreative: creatieverekindled: aangewakkerdconfidence: zelfvertrouwenopportunities: mogelijkhedensharing: delenchanged: veranderdpassion: passieknowledge: kennis

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How Empathy-Driven Cultures Fuel High-Performance Organizations with "FLOWER Power" On the Wide World discussion, where global ideas meet local impact. Today, we’re joined by Nitin Goil, author of The Restored Organization, to explore how leaders can build thriving workplace cultures in an age of rapid change. With 62% of employees disengaged globally—costing the economy $8.9 trillion—Nitin’s book offers a timely and transformative roadmap. Drawing from neuroscience, research, and over 100 interviews with global leaders, he introduces the FLOWER® framework, a six-petal strategy to restore trust, empathy, and inclusion at work. From toxic environments to cultures of accountability and growth, The Restored Organization shows how people and performance can flourish together. Join Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turning the country's flourishing flowers into dazzling floral arrangements takes real skill. Janette O'Rourke and Deirdre Sullivan from Kay's Flower School have built a blossoming business, teaching online floristry classes for those keen to branch into the trade or simply polish their skills.

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Want to save money?! Of course you do. As plant lovers we want to spend our money on plants not stuff to maintain them. Bruce and I each give our top 10 money wasters with a large ticket bonus item.  You may be surprised with what you have needlessly spending your money on. It's peak of summer and it's hot. But believe it or not it is time for tasks to prep for fall. Bruce and I discuss what needs to be done in the garden now plus we answer questions on azaleas, tomatoes and more. Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com   Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

One church but two vicars for St Ninian's in Douglas; Scripture Union invite you to a family-friendly thanksgiving and we visit a major flower festival at St Andrew's United Reformed Church in Douglas.

Have dreams of becoming a flower farmer or just want to grow flowers for yourself? I talk to Amber Villarreal of @redheadflowerbed all about her journey into the flower growing world. And of course she'll discuss growing tips and her favorite flowers.   You can find Redhead Flowerbed at:        Website: redheadflowerbed.com        Facebook:  @RedheadFlowerbed        Instagram:  @redheadflowerbed   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com   Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

It's peak of summer and it's hot. But believe it or not it is time for tasks to prep for fall. Bruce and I discuss what needs to be done in the garden now plus we answer questions on azaleas, tomatoes and more   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

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Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: From Blunder to Blossom: Lillafüred's Floral Dawn Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-06-28-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A nap már magasan járt a Lillafüred Virágfarm felett.En: The sun was already high above the Lillafüred Virágfarm.Hu: A meleg hulláma szinte elnyelte a mezők színes virágait.En: The wave of heat almost engulfed the colorful flowers in the fields.Hu: Ágnes, a farm gondnoka, nagyot nyelt, amikor lehűtött limonádéjából ivott, és elgondolkodott az e-mailjében.En: Ágnes, the farm's caretaker, took a big gulp as she drank from her chilled lemonade, pondering her email.Hu: „Mit tettem?” kérdezte magától kissé pánikolva.En: "What have I done?" she asked herself, somewhat panicked.Hu: Aznap reggel ugyanis egy nagy furgon érkezett a farmra teli nehéz ládákkal.En: That very morning, a large van had arrived at the farm, filled with heavy crates.Hu: Gergő, a lelkes, de még újonc teherautósofőr, leszállította az óriási mennyiségű tulipán hagymát, amit Ágnes valahogy rendelési hiba folytán szerzett be.En: Gergő, the enthusiastic but still rookie truck driver, had delivered the enormous quantity of tulip bulbs that Ágnes had somehow acquired due to an ordering mistake.Hu: Bálint, Ágnes legjobb barátja, aki inkább a zöldségekkel foglalkozott, vállvonogatva állt mellette.En: Bálint, Ágnes's best friend, who was more inclined towards handling vegetables, stood beside her with a shrug.Hu: "Most mit csinálunk ezzel a rengeteg hagymával?" kérdezte, korán sem látva a gyönyört, amit Ágnes a növényekben talált.En: "Now what do we do with all these bulbs?" he asked, not quite seeing the delight Ágnes found in the plants.Hu: Ágnes, aki sosem adta fel könnyen, erőt gyűjtött, és így szólt: „Kitalálunk valamit.”En: Ágnes, who never gave up easily, gathered her strength and said, "We'll figure something out."Hu: Közösen összeültek egy nyári hűvös helyen, a nagy diófa alatt a farm sarkában, hogy tervet kovácsoljanak.En: Together they sat down in a cool summer spot under the big walnut tree at the corner of the farm to forge a plan.Hu: Ágnes fejében már körvonalazódott egy ötlet.En: An idea was already taking shape in Ágnes's mind.Hu: „Ültessük el őket szerte a faluban! Tegyük Lillafüredet híressé az ország legnagyobb virágkiállításával!” javasolta lelkesen.En: "Let's plant them throughout the village! Let's make Lillafüred famous for the largest flower exhibition in the country!" she suggested enthusiastically.Hu: Bálint vállalkozott a fizikai munkára, bár hozzáfűzte: „Remélem, ez elnyeri valakinek a tetszését, különben a fejemet fogják venni.”En: Bálint volunteered for the physical work, though he added, "I hope this pleases someone, or else they'll have my head."Hu: Gergő, bár tapasztalatlan, szívesen segített.En: Gergő, although inexperienced, was eager to help.Hu: Elővették a térképet és együtt kitalálták, hova ültethetik el az áldásnak álcázott szerencsétlenséget.En: They took out the map and figured out together where they could plant this blessing disguised as a mishap.Hu: Az út mentén, a parkokban, sőt a templomkertben is ültettek.En: They planted along the roadside, in parks, and even in the church garden.Hu: A forró napok alatt közös munkával minden hagymát sikerült elültetniük.En: During the hot days, through their joint efforts, they managed to plant all the bulbs.Hu: A közösség érdeklődve szemlélte a tevékenységet.En: The community watched their activities with interest.Hu: A népszerűsítés elérte a célját; mindenki izgalommal várta, mi sül ki ebből.En: The publicity hit its mark; everyone was excited to see the outcome.Hu: A hőség csúcsán a farmon álló közösségi piknik ideje elérkezett.En: At the peak of the heat, the time for the community picnic on the farm arrived.Hu: Csak ekkor csúszott a tervbe egy baki: Gergő, próbálva elrejteni a maradék hagyma szállítmányt, véletlenül a teherautóval a tóba gurult.En: Only then did the plan hit a snag: Gergő, trying to hide the remaining load of bulbs, accidentally drove the truck into the lake.Hu: Az esemény váratlan nevetésbe fordult, még Ágnes is csak legyintett, hiszen ami számít, az a közösen elvégzett munka gyümölcse.En: The unexpected event turned into laughter, and even Ágnes just waved it off, knowing that what mattered was the fruit of the work they did together.Hu: Csodával határos módon néhány nappal később a hagymák kivirágoztak, a tulipánok gyors növekedését a tavaszi eső és a tápláló föld elősegítette.En: Miraculously, a few days later, the bulbs bloomed, the rapid growth of tulips aided by the spring rain and nourishing soil.Hu: A farm és a környék hirtelen virágba borult, látványosan tündökölve a napsütötte domboldalon.En: The farm and its surroundings suddenly blossomed, spectacularly shining on the sunlit hillside.Hu: Mindenki elámult a látványtól, és Ágnes rájött, hogy néha a véletlen húzások is ejteni tudnak csodás eredményeket.En: Everyone marveled at the sight, and Ágnes realized that sometimes accidental choices can yield wonderful results.Hu: Bálint bólintott, és mosolyogva mondta: „Talán van valami bája ezeknek a virágoknak.”En: Bálint nodded and said with a smile, "Perhaps there is some charm in these flowers."Hu: Lillafüred Virágfarm híres lett mindenütt, a látogatók száma megsokszorozódott, és Ágnes büszkén tekintett végig a virágos mezőn, ahol még a jövő is oly csodaszépnek tűnt.En: Lillafüred Virágfarm became famous everywhere, the number of visitors multiplied, and Ágnes looked proudly across the flowering field, where even the future seemed so beautiful. Vocabulary Words:engulfed: elnyeltegulp: nyeltchilled: lehűtöttpondering: elgondolkodottrookie: újoncenormous: óriásiacquired: szerzettmistake: hibainclined: inkábbstrength: erőtforge: kovácsolnivolunteered: vállalkozottexperienced: tapasztalatlandisguised: álcázottmishap: szerencsétlenségsnag: bakimiraculously: csodával határos módonrapid: gyorsnourishing: táplálóblossomed: virágba borultyield: húzásokwonderful: csodásmultiplied: megsokszorozódottheat: melegveggies: zöldségekkelfame: híresséblessing: áldásoutcome: eredményeketsunlit: napsütöttedelight: gyönyört

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The Flower Power Podcast, Episode 56

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How a 'youthquake' shook the world in the summer of love.

Author and long-time Grateful Dead publicist, Dennis McNally, joins us to discuss the iconic San Francisco Haight-Ashbury counterculture movement of the 60s. How it began, the many whose belief built it, and its lasting impact almost six decades later.Purchase a copy of The Last Great Dream: How Bohemians Became Hippies and Created the Sixties Visit Dennis McNally's website ---------- BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe

It's summer and it's getting hot but there's still plenty to do in the garden. My new co-host Bruce Ritter joins me to discuss what tasks you should be tackling in your garden. And no it's not too late to plant tomatoes. Plus we answer your garden questions.   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares how Flower Power Plant Food promotes really big flowers. Flower Power is a great water-soluble fertilizer that Watters Garden Center sells. Why is this item so much better than other fertilizers? Listen in to find out!Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/

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Linda Levitt, Master Gardener Volunteer, rejoins Nature Calls: Conversations from the Hudson Valley with Flower Power Retrospective (Part 3) . In this episode you'll hear two previously aired short segments about flowers that have been compiled together for easier listening. In the first segment, Linda discusses how to grow popular fall flowers that include Mums, Asters and Montauk Daisies. Including these beautiful plants in your flower gardens will bring lots of fall color to your landscape. Chrysanthemums are a large genus in the Asteraceae (daisy) family. The plants can grow 2-4 feet tall with blooms that are white, yellow, or pink in the wild species, but also come in multiple cultivars with many colors and shapes of flowers. Mums are divided into garden hardy and exhibition types. Garden hardy mums can be planted in gardens while exhibition mums are more florist types and need special growing care. Garden mums are often sold in the fall but can be planted in the garden for the following year. They need organic soils in full sun but can tolerate some shade in the south. Be sure to cut the plants back in summer to encourage bushiness and a later bloom time. Use in the border, in pots, or on the patio or porch for fall color. Asters are also members of the Asteraceae family. They have daisy-like flowers and come in a variety of colors. They are easy to grow and require minimal maintenance. They typically bloom in late summer and fall, adding color as the seasons change. They have mounding as well as erect varieties and may be propagated by seeds, division, root cuttings, or stem cuttings. Deer, rabbits, and other mammals may nibble at the flower buds but they don't tend to eat the entire plant because of its pungent smell, bitter taste. The plant tolerates the nibbling, which serves as beneficial pruning. Asters are an important food and nesting source for wildlife. The Montauk Daisy (also known as the Nippon daisy) is native to Japan but cultivated as an ornamental elsewhere. This perennial tolerates light shade in hot climates. New growth may be cut back slightly in spring to maintain plant compactness and encourage bushy form. Removing spent flower heads may promote additional blooms. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor. It produces wonderful, long-lasting fresh-cut flowers. They are also good for drought-tolerant gardens. The second segment features Holiday plants including how to care for them. Amaryllis, Holiday Cactus and Poinsettias are all discussed. Amaryllis bulbs, native to Africa, come in various sizes. Amaryllis may be purchased as bare or planted bulbs, and are prized for their exotic trumpet-shaped flowers (typically red, white, pink, salmon, apricot, rose, or burgundy) on leafless stalks that can be 1-2 feet long. They add dramatic color to homes and gardens and make wonderful gifts to gardeners from beginners to experts. Amaryllis flowers, which can be single or double) range from 4 to 10 inches in size. The holiday cactus is a genus of succulent plants in the cactus family (Cactaceae) that are native to Southeast Brazil. This genus includes the Christmas and Thanksgiving cactus. It has fleshy stems, showy flowers and grows well as a houseplant, preferring moisture but adapting to a variety of home environments. It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight, but doesn't like direct sun. Periods of lower light in the fall will encourage winter blooms. They may be propagated by stem or root cuttings.The poinsettia is native to Mexico and Guatemala. In the United States, it is typically grown as a potted plant and is popular as a decorative flower (available in shades of red, pink, and white) during the holidays. The plant grows best in part shade at temperatures of 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Water the plant when the soil surface feels dry, but do not overwater. The cup-shaped yellow "flowers" bloom in the winter through the spring and cluster above showy red leafy bracts or modified leaves. We hope you've enjoyed this retrospective series. As Linda Levitt reminds us "don't forget to stop and smell the flowers'". Host: Jean Thomas Guest: Linda Levitt Photo by: Teresa Golden Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Amy Meadow, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

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Welcome to Part 2 of the Flower Power Retrospective where the conversation on previously aired short segments is focused on how to select, plant and care for all kinds of flowers. Linda Levitt, Master Gardener Volunteer, shares her knowledge and expertise focused on irises, peonies, marigolds, zinnias, and cosmos. The first segment concentrates on the iris family. These elegant flowers bring late spring or early summer color to your garden with some varieties that actually bloom again in the fall. These rugged, reliable flowers are easy to grow. The 250 to 300 species of irises grow well here in the Hudson Valley. While they tend to be deer resistant, they are great for pollinators and hummingbirds. Learn about the two major groups, those that grow from spreading rhizomes and those grown from bulbs. Irises in the rhizomatous family, which included the popular bearded iris, have multiple flowers on a stem. They are highly adaptable to a wide range of conditions, and a good selection for low maintenance mixed borders. The bulbous irises shed their leaves unlike the rhizome irises that maintain their sword like leaves if unattended. These irises you might find in a spring floral bouquet. This grouping does well in rock gardens and forcing them in pots. Most irises grow in full sun exposure for at least a half a day. Many grow in the shade but most likely will not bloom. They should be planted in late summer to early fall, early enough for the rhizomes to get established and survive over the winter. However, note that if you plant the rhizome and roots too deeply, they will not bloom. Irises do need good drainage. They look great when planted along with roses, peonies, salvias and alliums. Plant Iris is where you can watch the butterflies and hummingbirds. The second segment features a favorite flower in Hudson Valley gardens, the peony. They are elegant, long-living perennials known for their large, fragrant flowers. Blooming in late spring, they are excellent for cut arrangements. Their flowers come in shades of pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. These plants thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil and can be stunning, low-maintenance additions to any garden. Learn about the three main types: Tree Peonies: Woody shrubs, 4–7 feet tall, hardy in zones 4–9, blooming April–May, with very large flowers. Herbaceous Peonies: Die back yearly, hardy in zones 2–8, bloom May–June, long-living (up to 50 years), low maintenance, deer resistant. Intersectional (Itoh) Peonies: Hybrid of tree and herbaceous types, hardy in zones 4–9, bloom in June, with big, colorful flowers and strong stems that don't require staking. The final segment focuses on three easy to grow annual flowers that bloom all summer. They are marigolds, zinnias, and cosmos. Marigolds are a favorite, no fuss annual, that germinate quickly from seed and will bloom in about eight weeks. They tend not to be a favorite of deer or rabbits, although there's never a guarantee. Marigolds are beneficial in repelling several types of insects, and as such are a great companion in vegetable gardens. They are an excellent choice for live bouquets, growing in containers or planting as a border along sidewalks and driveways due to their high heat tolerance. Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, offering an explosion of color and shades of orange, pink, purple, red, white, and yellow. They grow quickly and reliably and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Long strong stems make them excellent for cut flower arrangements.Cosmos are freely flowering plants that are easy to grow from seed, maturing in about two months. They may be considered slow to germinate but it will bloom quickly. The flowers sit atop a long slender stem that comes in a variety of colors and look very much like daisies. All three of these annual plants require full sun exposure and will bloom from late spring until frost, although zinnias tend to be less prolific in the heat of the summer. All three plants attract various pollinators. The marigold plants will attract butterflies, bees, ladybugs and other beneficial insects. Zinnias will attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Cosmos will attract bees, butterflies and birds. These are all easy to grow colorful additions that can be added to your garden each year. We hope you enjoy this episode and remember, take the time to smell the flowers! Host: Jean Thomas Guest: Linda Levitt Photo By: Teresa Golden Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Amy Meadow, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

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Welcome to another Retrospective series consisting of previously aired short segments on similar topics packaged together for easier listening. This retrospective is called Flower Power which is all about how to select, grow and care for a wide range of flowers. Master Gardener Volunteer, Linda Levitt provides lots of practical tips on how to best select, plant, and care for a wide range of flowers. The first segment focuses on the difference between Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials. Annual plants complete their life cycle, from germination to seed production, in a single growing season and then they die. They tend to have numerous and continuous blooms from spring or early summer until frost and devote more energy to see production than roots when compared to perennials. Some well known annuals include: pansies, marigolds, lantana, super bells, garden mums, Zinnias, alyssum, and nasturtium. Annuals are a great way to experiment. maintain constant color, and refresh your garden year after year. By contrast, perennial plants regrow every spring, but have a shorter blooming period. By contrast, perennial plants will continue to grow each year. Only the top portion of the plant dies annually in the fall, maintaining their growing root system allowing reblooming in the spring. These plants tend not to bloom the first year of their life. Typically a perennial plant has a root system that spreads outwards and deep and will benefit from being divided after a couple of years. Perennials should last at least three years. They have a shorter bloom time than annuals so think about pairing different perennials that bloom at different times during the growing season. And pairing with some annuals for constant color. Perennials can be planted from bulb, seed or plant. Some commonly known perennials are coral bells, purple, coneflower, daffodils, bleeding, heart and daylilies. A biennial plant completes its growth cycle in two seasons but does not bloom until the second year. It drops its seeds after blooming and in two years, you should have new blooms. Some well known examples of biennial plants are poppies, sweet William and foxglove. In the next segment, Linda talks about the beautiful and versatile Lantana plant. This is an easy care, versatile, and colorful plant that is known for its long bloom season, from late spring to first frost. There are about 150 species within the Verbena family. The plant is considered an annual plant in colder climates and a perennial plant in more tropical environments. Lantana can propagate from seed or stem cuttings and should be planted at least two weeks after the danger of frost. It thrives in hot dry spots, and in all soil types that are well drained, as long as it has enough water to get established. Lantana blooms best in full sun. As an annual it can grow three to four feet tall and one to three feet wide in just one season. Some species can grow upright and tall providing great color in your garden or then can trail, spilling over in a hanging basket or container. The tiny flowers appear in clusters called umbels that are one to two inches across in colors that range from vivid reds and oranges to muted shades of coral, pink and peach and they don't have to be deadheaded. This plant is continuously blooming with foliage that is dark green or variegated, rough, textured and oval in shape. The plants attract pollinators, butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Some plants to consider using as companion plants include Angelonia, Pentas, sun-loving Coleus, Superbells, Petunias and Salvia. They all have similar growing conditions and will do so well with Lantana. In summary, theyare beautiful, colorful, ever-blooming plants that require little or no maintenance when planted in the right conditions. This episode concludes with another short segment covering the hellebore, which is called the 'harbinger of spring'. It provides nectar for emerging pollinators when there are so few nectar sources available. Some of the plants are well-known by the names Winter Rose, Christmas Rose or Lenten Rose, but they have no relation to the rose family. These plants are surprisingly frost resistant and some are even evergreen, keeping their color during the winter. Many species are toxic to animals and tend to be deer resistant. They thrive in partial shade, especially at the woodland edge. They will grow in dense shade but may not produce many flowers. However, they have been known to adapt to more light if necessary. Limda recommends that you plant hellebores in moist well-draining soil that has been supplemented with compost. They prefer soil rich in organic material and they will thrive if you plant them under trees, but note that Hellebores do not like hot summer sun. Plant in the spring or early fall as long as the ground is frost free. Once established, the plant will grow about 18 inches high with flowers that consist of five large petals, which are actually sepals, that form to protect the reproductive parts of the plant. For most species, the flowers are drooping and falling downward, so a woodland slope would be an ideal location. Some varieties however, have been bred with upright flowers and are used in spring bouquets. After a few years, a mature plant in the right conditions can produce 50 or more flowers. You should mulch every year in the fall and do allow fallen leaves to act as natural mulch and soil conditioner. Hellebores are hardy, long-loved perennials that if grown in ideal conditions will naturalize and spread. They are tough, cold hardy, deer or rabbit resistant and easy to grow, providing the possibility of evergreen foliage for year round interest. Host: Jean Thomas Guest: Linda Levitt Photo by: Tim Kennelty Production Support: Linda Aydlett, Deven Connelly, Teresa Golden, Tim Kennelty, Xandra Powers, Annie Scibienski, Jean Thomas Resources

In this episode, we talk about Floriography, and the power that flowers contain.

Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Tulip Triumph: A Blooming Success in Cooperation Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2025-04-22-22-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: Op een zonnige lenteochtend in Nederland, wanneer de geur van tulpen de lucht vult, stonden Sander en Iris aan de rand van de Keukenhof.En: On a sunny spring morning in Nederland, when the scent of tulips filled the air, Sander and Iris stood at the edge of the Keukenhof.Nl: Het was een spectaculaire dag, de velden vol met kleurige tulpen die als een tapijt van regenboogkleurige pracht uitstrekten.En: It was a spectacular day, the fields full of colorful tulips stretching out like a carpet of rainbow-hued splendor.Nl: Het was bijna Koningsdag, en de drukte groeide.En: It was almost Koningsdag, and the crowd was growing.Nl: Sander wist dat dit zijn kans was.En: Sander knew this was his chance.Nl: Zijn kleine bloemenwinkel had een wonder nodig, en dat wonder zou beginnen hier, tussen de tulpen.En: His small flower shop needed a miracle, and that miracle would start here, among the tulips.Nl: Sander keek naar Iris, zijn ogen vol hoop.En: Sander looked at Iris, his eyes full of hope.Nl: "Als we die zeldzame tulpen kunnen vinden," zei hij zachtjes. "Kunnen we iets speciaals maken, iets wat iedereen onthoudt."En: "If we can find those rare tulips," he said softly, "we can create something special, something everyone will remember."Nl: Iris knikte.En: Iris nodded.Nl: Ze begreep zijn vastberadenheid, maar herinnerde hem eraan dat hun budget beperkt was.En: She understood his determination but reminded him that their budget was limited.Nl: "We moeten voorzichtig zijn met wat we hebben," waarschuwde ze.En: "We have to be careful with what we have," she warned.Nl: Niet ver van daar stond Matthijs, een ervaren tulpenkweker.En: Not far from there stood Matthijs, an experienced tulip grower.Nl: Hij was bekend om zijn kennis van een zeer zeldzame tulpenvariëteit die bijna niemand meer kweekt.En: He was known for his knowledge of a very rare tulip variety that almost no one cultivates anymore.Nl: Sander en Iris gingen de uitdaging aan om Matthijs te benaderen.En: Sander and Iris took on the challenge of approaching Matthijs.Nl: Sander wist dat hij iets bijzonders moest doen om Matthijs te overtuigen.En: Sander knew he had to do something special to convince Matthijs.Nl: "Ik maak geen tulpen zomaar voor iedereen beschikbaar," zei Matthijs wanneer Sander naar de zeldzame bollen vroeg.En: "I don't just make tulips available for everyone," said Matthijs when Sander asked about the rare bulbs.Nl: Zijn blik was streng, hoewel vriendelijk.En: His gaze was stern, yet kind.Nl: Sander voelde de spanning, maar hij had een plan.En: Sander felt the tension, but he had a plan.Nl: In plaats van verder te vragen naar de prijs, besloot hij zijn passie te delen.En: Instead of further asking about the price, he decided to share his passion.Nl: "Ik wil meer dan alleen bloemen verkopen," begon Sander.En: "I want to do more than just sell flowers," Sander began.Nl: "Ik wil mensen inspireren met de schoonheid van tulpen, net zoals u dat doet.En: "I want to inspire people with the beauty of tulips, just like you do.Nl: Samen kunnen we iets creëren dat verhalen vertelt."En: Together, we can create something that tells stories."Nl: Matthijs luisterde aandachtig.En: Matthijs listened attentively.Nl: Hij zag iets in Sander, een oprechte liefde voor bloemen en kunst.En: He saw something in Sander, a genuine love for flowers and art.Nl: Het bracht hem aan het denken.En: It made him think.Nl: "Ik heb een voorstel," zei Matthijs na een korte stilte.En: "I have a proposal," said Matthijs after a brief silence.Nl: "Ik kan je de bollen geven, niet tegen geld, maar op voorwaarde dat we samenwerken aan nieuwe projecten.En: "I can give you the bulbs, not for money, but on the condition that we collaborate on new projects.Nl: We combineren onze krachten."En: We combine our strengths."Nl: Een gevoel van opluchting overmande Sander.En: A feeling of relief overwhelmed Sander.Nl: Hij kon zijn geluk niet op.En: He couldn't contain his happiness.Nl: Dit was meer dan hij durfde te dromen.En: This was more than he dared to dream.Nl: "Deal," zei Sander glimlachend, en de twee mannen gaven elkaar een ferme handdruk.En: "Deal," said Sander with a smile, and the two men shook hands firmly.Nl: De weken daarna werkte Sander hard.En: In the weeks that followed, Sander worked hard.Nl: Met de zeldzame tulpenbollen creëerde hij een adembenemende tentoonstelling die elke bezoeker tijdens Koningsdag versteld deed staan.En: With the rare tulip bulbs, he created a breathtaking display that astonished every visitor during Koningsdag.Nl: Zijn winkel kwam in de schijnwerpers, nieuwe klanten vonden hun weg en de toekomst van zijn bloemist was veiliggesteld.En: His shop was in the spotlight, new customers found their way, and the future of his florist shop was secured.Nl: Sander had meer geleerd dan alleen zakelijk succes.En: Sander had learned more than just business success.Nl: Hij had geleerd dat samenwerken en eerlijkheid deuren konden openen die met geld gesloten bleven.En: He had learned that collaboration and honesty could open doors that remained closed with money.Nl: Hij had ontdekt dat ware passie altijd zijn weg vond naar het hart van degenen die liefhebben wat zij doen.En: He had discovered that true passion always finds its way to the heart of those who love what they do.Nl: De Keukenhof was nog steeds vol tulpen, stralend in de ochtendzon, maar in het hart van Sander bloeide iets nog veel kostbaarder.En: The Keukenhof was still full of tulips, shining in the morning sun, but in Sander's heart, something even more precious was blooming. Vocabulary Words:edge: randspectacular: spectaculairecarpet: tapijtsplendor: prachtcrowd: druktemiracle: wonderrare: zeldzamedetermination: vastberadenheidlimited: beperktcultivates: kweektchallenge: uitdagingapproaching: benaderenconvince: overtuigenstern: strengattentively: aandachtigproposal: voorstelcollaborate: samenwerkenrelief: opluchtingastonished: versteldspotlight: schijnwerperssecured: veiliggesteldhonesty: eerlijkheiddiscovered: ontdektgenuine: oprechtebreathtaking: adembenemendoverwhelmed: overmandeconditions: voorwaardenstrengths: krachtencontain: bevattenblooming: bloeide

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Colombia has emerged as the world's second-biggest exporter of cut flowers, and the largest supplier to the United States. Local growers suffered a scare this year when US president Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs of 50% on imports from Colombia. The dispute was quickly resolved but, even so, the threat of tariffs remains. And the sector faces other challenges, particularly around sustainability. We visit a flower farm in Colombia and go to Bogota airport to see how the country exports this most delicate and perishable of goods. We also talk to an academic who says the industry is changing rapidly, with an emphasis on growing flowers locally rather than flying them around the world. If you would like to get in touch with the show, please email: businessdaily@bbc.co.ukPresented and produced by Gideon Long(Picture: A female employee handling roses at a flower farm, Flores de los Andes, near Bogotá, Colombia. Credit: BBC)

We are out somewhere on the Atlantic ocean folks.  Probably in our first port, Jamaica, on the Flower Power cruise. We hope you enjoy our "cruise" episode we recorded before we left port.  See you next week back on dry land!

A truly purple tomato - this is what Norfolk Healthy Produce has achieved. With beauty also comes big health benefits. Listen in as I talk to CEO Dr. Nathan Plumpton and head horticulturalist Ian Baker on what the process was to make this happen and how snapdragons are involved.   You can find Norfolk Healthy Produce at:         Website: norfolkhealthyproduce.com         Facebook:  @BigPurpleTomato         YouTube:  @bigpurpletomato         Instagram:  @bigpurpletomato   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:         Facebook         Instagram         email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com   Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook

Fruit tree expert, Ed Laivo of @ed_able_solutions, gives his list of favorite peaches and nectarines for an extended growing season. Plus learn what cat-facing is and why it may be happening to your nectarines. This and more growing tips.   You can find Ed at:         Facebook:  @”Ed”Able Solutions        YouTube:  @Ed_Able_Solutions         Instagram:  @ed_able_solutions   Help support feral cat rescue/spay-neuter/finding good homes by contributing at Flower Power Garden Hour Patreon.   To ask questions for future shows, submit them at:        Facebook        Instagram        email Marlene at marlenetheplantlady@gmail.com   Find Marlene over on YouTube, Instagram and Facebook