Podcasts about Horticultural therapy

Donna Letier is the CEO and founder of Gardenuity, a fast-growing company merging gardening with the wellness sector through personalized container gardens and AI-powered gardening experiences. Donna has raised $8 million for her company so far, innovating Gardenuity Match, which uses AI and weather tech to custom-craft gardens around lifestyles, climate and environment. With over 20 years of retail experience, spanning public and private companies, Donna has worked in the areas of operations, brand marketing, and product development, and takes a data-driven approach with a consumer point of view. Previously, she was CMO for a home furnishings brand with over $500M in annual revenue. She has also been part of the marketing team at Neiman Marcus, MGM, Barneys New York, and United Artists. Donna has been featured in Story of a Brand, Cheddar News, Forbes, Tech FW, WFAA #UpWithHer, Growing Spaces, and The Grow Network.

Get ready for an inspiring journey as I'm joined by RAF Warrant Officer Pete Welsh—a man whose story spans the adrenaline of military life to the quiet power of the garden. While excelling in a remarkable military career and contributing to an RHS award-winning community garden, Pete has also confronted the profound challenges of mental health. Through the therapeutic calm of gardening and the transformative power of community connections, he's found resilience and growth. Pete's journey reveals the extraordinary parallels between cultivating plants and healing ourselves. Links Veterans' Growth: A charity focused on providing horticultural therapy to veterans dealing with mental health challenges. You can visit the official site at veteransgrowth.org Tadpole Garden Village: This community initiative has a focus on gardening and sustainability. You can find more information about their activities and community updates through their dedicated website at tadpolegardenvillage.com Other episodes if you liked this one: If you liked this week's episode with Pete Welsh you might also enjoy this one from the archives:  286: Natural Happiness - This episode my guest is Alan Heeks, former corporate world inhabitant, organic farmer, coach and author of the book ‘Natural Happiness'. After his transition into organic farming, Alan realised that “a cultivated organic ecosystem is a profound guide to tending human nature, and that organic growth methods have parallels for people: such as composting your stress, and using crop rotation to avoid burnout.” We explore the idea further… 145: Therapy Gardening - In this episode I'm speaking to horticultural therapist Carol Sales. Carol headed up a therapy garden in a prison, before moving over to lead the Therapy Garden at Headley Court, a rehabilitation centre for injured military veterans. Carol is featured in many books, including Head Gardeners by Ambra Edwards and Sue Stuart-Smith's The Well Gardened Mind and she was awarded the British Empire Medal in 2019. Please support the podcast on Patreon

Patricia Gallagher is Professor Emerita of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering at Drexel University. She earned bachelor's degrees in civil engineering and geological sciences from Rutgers University, a master's in civil engineering from Ohio State University, and a Ph.D. in civil engineering from Virginia Tech. Her research expertise centers on geotechnical and geoenvironmental engineering and sustainability. At Drexel, Trish taught courses in civil and environmental engineering, geology, and sustainability.  Her course in sustainability, titled “Incorporating Sustainability Principles in Design” was inspired by her desire to teach design from a holistic, regenerative perspective that restores ecological balance and health in communities and ecosystems. The course explores how the concept of sustainability is fundamental to the planning, design, construction, operation, and renewal of resilient and sustainable infrastructure. Trish believes we need to work in our own communities to restore functional ecosystems in urban and suburban areas. She began volunteering with the Abington Township Shade Tree Commission (STC) in 2019, became an acting commissioner in 2021 and was officially appointed to the STC in 2022. Currently, she co-chairs the STC. Trish is happiest in nature and spends her free time hiking and backpacking around the globe. Since 2011 John Kennedy has been volunteering with the Abington Township Shade Tree Commission (STC) as an appointed commissioner and currently serves as co-chair. He has been an active Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Tree Tender since 2008. John regularly takes on a leadership role in formulating and delivering STC programs.  His volunteer emphasis has been on park and public space tree planting with the Tree Vitalize - PHS Tree Tenders bare root tree program.  Leading community volunteers to plant over 300 trees in parks and other public spaces in Abington Township.  John's commitment to the treescapes around us has inspired him to educate others on the importance of trees in our environment. Conducting hands-on training through demonstration and coaching on how to plant, prune, and care for trees.  While employed full-time in the food service profession, John returned to school in 2006 as a part-time student to study horticulture. In 2015, he completed his degree at Temple University's School of Environmental Design in Ambler, Pennsylvania. He also holds a Certificate in Horticultural Therapy.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plantatrilliontrees/support

Send us a Text Message.Hey flower enthusiasts, it's Roz Chandler here! I'm thrilled to have you with us today. We have a delightful episode lined up, featuring two inspiring guests from Organic Blooms – Jo Wright and Wendy Paul. Organic Blooms is not just any flower farm; it's a social enterprise with a beautiful mission. Let's dive in and explore their journey, insights, and the magic they bring to the world of cut flowers.Episode SummaryIn this episode, Jo Wright and Wendy Paul from Organic Blooms share their incredible journey of growing British cut flowers while supporting individuals with special needs. We discuss the origins of Organic Blooms, the challenges and rewards of running a social enterprise, and their unique approach to sustainable and therapeutic horticulture.Key TakeawaysSocial Enterprise Model: Organic Blooms combines horticultural therapy with commercial flower farming, offering meaningful work to people with support needs.Sustainability and Organic Practices: Jo and Wendy emphasise the importance of organic certification and sustainable practices, showcasing how their methods contribute to environmental health and resilience.Community and Collaboration: The episode highlights the power of community support and collaboration, especially through networks like Flowers from the Farm.Challenges of Flower Farming: Jo and Wendy candidly discuss the seasonal pressures, weather unpredictability, and the balancing act of managing a diverse team.Business Evolution: From starting with just a few acres to becoming a successful social enterprise, learn how Organ Discover the perfect artisan gift at Brunchi.shop! From aromatherapy and candles to gemstones, jewelry, home & garden items, yoga supplies, and more, our eco-friendly treasures are sourced from around the world. Enjoy the convenience of worldwide delivery and find unique, thoughtful gifts for every occasion. Proud sponsors of The Cutflower Podcast. Elevate your gift-giving game today at Brunchi.shop. This podcast episode is sponsored by First Tunnels, leaders in domestic and commercial product tunnels. A polytunnel is an amazing protective environment for plants, vegetables and flowers, extending any growing season, whether you're growing for pleasure or commercially. Whether you go for a small or a large tunnel, you can be assured of the same high quality product from First Tunnels, poly tunnels. Do pop over to their website and take a look at their range

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2608: Leah Harvath's insightful article explores how gardening can be an effective alternative to traditional gym workouts. Not only does it offer a comprehensive physical exercise, targeting major muscle groups and burning significant calories, but it also provides fresh air, sunshine, and the added benefits of homegrown produce. Gardening fosters long-term commitment due to its enjoyable and purposeful nature, reducing stress and promoting overall well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://andiethueson.com/why-gardening-is-good-for-your-health/ Quotes to ponder: "Gardening might just be the world's best-kept exercise secret. It's like going to the gym for free while beautifying your yard and growing delicious and healthy things to eat." "As a pleasurable and goal-oriented outdoor activity, gardening has another advantage over other forms of exercise: people are more likely to stick with it and do it often." "The group that gardened won hands-down as they reported being in a better mood than the group that read and they also exhibited lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol." Episode references: Horticultural Therapy: https://www.ahta.org/horticultural-therapy Center for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/benefits/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/pa-health/index.htm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2608: Leah Harvath's insightful article explores how gardening can be an effective alternative to traditional gym workouts. Not only does it offer a comprehensive physical exercise, targeting major muscle groups and burning significant calories, but it also provides fresh air, sunshine, and the added benefits of homegrown produce. Gardening fosters long-term commitment due to its enjoyable and purposeful nature, reducing stress and promoting overall well-being. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://andiethueson.com/why-gardening-is-good-for-your-health/ Quotes to ponder: "Gardening might just be the world's best-kept exercise secret. It's like going to the gym for free while beautifying your yard and growing delicious and healthy things to eat." "As a pleasurable and goal-oriented outdoor activity, gardening has another advantage over other forms of exercise: people are more likely to stick with it and do it often." "The group that gardened won hands-down as they reported being in a better mood than the group that read and they also exhibited lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol." Episode references: Horticultural Therapy: https://www.ahta.org/horticultural-therapy Center for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/benefits/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/pa-health/index.htm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.Have you ever felt the calm embrace of a forest or the quiet joy of tending to a garden? Dr. Trey Wilson guides us through the lush terrain of forest therapy, a practice accessible to all, therapist or not, and shares his latest triumphs in integrating nature into a major medical center's approach to wellness. With every anecdote and insight, you're bound to find a green spark that could illuminate your own path to well-being. In part 2 of this series, we also venture into therapeutic landscapes and gardens, where even those with a fear of plants can find their place in the green. Dr. Wilson's experiences in crafting these sanctuaries, particularly for those on the front lines of healthcare, serve as powerful narratives on the symbiotic relationship between humans and the environment. We confront the challenge of reconnecting our youth with nature and discuss the potential growth for children with learning disabilities through gardening. It's not just about getting our hands dirty; it's about sowing the seeds for a healthier, more harmonious existence.Part 1 Release Date June 5, 2024 Part 2 Release Date June 12, 2024Learn more about Dr. Trey Wilson and his services at https://www.treysgardens.com/Follow Trey Wilson on Instagram and Facebook: @treygardens; LinkedIn at Edward Wilson, DDS HT Recording Date: May 13, 2024Be a part of advancing science by participating in clinical researchShare with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the MedEvidence! podcast to be notified when new episodes are released.Follow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInWant to learn more checkout our entire library of podcasts, videos, articles and presentations at www.MedEvidence.com Powered by ENCORE Research GroupMusic: Storyblocks - Corporate InspiredThank you for listening!

Send us a Text Message.What if your dentist traded in their drill for a garden trowel? Join us on MedEvidence as we welcome Dr. Trey Wilson, who shares his unexpected journey from the high-stress world of cosmetic dentistry in New York City to the serene and healing practice of horticultural therapy. Dr. Wilson opens up about how the pressures of his dental career led to depression and burnout and how he found solace and rejuvenation in gardening. He dives into the science behind horticultural therapy, shedding light on its physical and mental health benefits, such as the mood-boosting effects of soil hormones and the joys of communal gardening. Discover how urban environments increasingly embrace the natural world to enhance well-being and how you can integrate plants into your life for improved health and happiness.Tune in to hear Dr. Wilson's inspiring story and learn why horticultural therapy is gaining recognition as a powerful tool for mental and physical wellness. Whether living in a bustling city or having a deep love for nature, this episode offers valuable insights and heartwarming moments that will inspire you to cultivate your own path to well-being. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative conversation, and remember to check out more content on MedEvidence.com or subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform!Part 1 Release Date June 5, 2024 Part 2 Release Date June 12, 2024Learn more about Dr. Trey Wilson and his services at https://www.treysgardens.com/Follow Trey Wilson on Instagram and Facebook: @treygardens; LinkedIn at Edward Wilson, DDS HT Recording Date: May 13, 2024Be a part of advancing science by participating in clinical researchShare with a friend. Rate, Review, and Subscribe to the MedEvidence! podcast to be notified when new episodes are released.Follow us on Social Media:FacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInWant to learn more checkout our entire library of podcasts, videos, articles and presentations at www.MedEvidence.com Powered by ENCORE Research GroupMusic: Storyblocks - Corporate InspiredThank you for listening!

This episode my guest is Alan Heeks, former corporate world inhabitant, organic farmer, coach and author of the book ‘Natural Happiness'. After his transition into organic farming, Alan realised that “a cultivated organic ecosystem is a profound guide to tending human nature, and that organic growth methods have parallels for people: such as composting your stress, and using crop rotation to avoid burnout.” We explore the idea further… About Alan Heeks Alan Heeks had a baptism by mud at age 42, when he dropped out of a successful business career and followed a wild impulse to start an organic farm as an education centre where young people could find their roots and direction as they entered adult life.       Despite Alan's lack of any relevant experience, the project succeeded, and gave him a huge education too. He explains, "I realised that a cultivated organic ecosystem is a profound guide to tending human nature, and that organic growth methods have parallels for people: such as composting your stress, and using crop rotation to avoid burnout."       Alan's new book about this approach, Natural Happiness, also draws on the workshops he has led for hundreds of people sharing his insights, from troubled teenagers to super-stressed NHS doctors. Alan and his wife Linda live in Hay-on-Wye, and grow many of their own vegetables.   Links www.naturalhappiness.net  Twitter  Facebook  LinkedIn  YouTube  Other episodes if you liked this one: Forest Bathing - Forest Bathing, or Shinrin Yoku, is the practice of immersing yourself in nature as therapy. It's the perfect antidote for those who feel disconnected from the land and unattached from nature, which is increasingly likely to happen in a world where 55% of us live in urban areas. In this episode, I speak to Stefan Batorijs who founded Nature and Therapy UK in 2017, as a response to a growing need to foster a spiritual and psychological connection to the land. If you've always wondered what Forest Bathing, or Shinrin Yoku, entails, this is the episode for you! 
Gardening for Your Senses - This week I'm chatting with writer Kendra Wilson. Kendra has written a vast amount about gardening but I was particularly interested in speaking to her about her book Garden for the Senses. Engaging all your senses can lead to a deeper connection with the landscape and it can be an unusual and transformative experience. I wanted to find out how we can all learn to better use our senses and firstly, what prompted Kendra to write the book.  Support the podcast on Patreon

Gardening is not just about epic yields. It also benefits your overall well being. This fact is the reason that Perla Sofía Curbelo Santiago decided to pursue a career in Horticultural Therapy. With conscious adjustments, people can glean so much more than great food from their gardens.Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4cMPmpMBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/49qt76pBookCollection Page:  https://growepic.co/49rWTHYEGHomesteading Book: https://growepic.co/4cKok2mLearn More:Ecotherapy: How Trees Make You HealthierConnect With Perla Sofía Curbelo Santiago:Perla Sofía Curbelo-Santiago is a professional garden communicator from Puerto Rico. As the founder of Spanish language gardening platform Agrochic.com, she promotes gardening for wellness. She is the author of the new book ¡Verdura! Living a Garden Life, also in Spanish. After earning degrees in Psychology and Public Relations, Perla was certified in Horticulture Therapy from the Chicago Botanic Garden. She popularized the importance of pausing and relaxing through a #GardenBreak. With this hashtag, she shares how to use nature and gardening-based activities to maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being.InstagramWebsiteResource  Shop the Store As an exclusive for listeners, use code THEBEET for 5% off your entire order on our store, featuring our flagship Birdies Raised Beds. These are the original metal raised beds, lasting up to 5-10x longer than wooden beds, are ethically made in Australia, and have a customizable modular design.   Shop now and get 5% off your first order.Get Our BooksLooking for a beginner's guide to growing food in small spaces? Kevin's book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, explains the core, essential information that you'll need to grow plants, no matter where you live!He also wrote Grow Bag Gardening to provide you with specialized knowledge that can bring you success when growing in fabric pots.Preorder Kevin's newest book Epic Homesteading if you are looking to turn your home into a thriving homestead! Order signed copies of Kevin's books, plus more of his favorite titles in our store.More ResourcesLooking for more information? Follow us:Our BlogYouTube (Including The Beet Podcast,  Epic Homesteading and Jacques in the Garden and Botanical Interest )Instagram (Including Epic Homesteading, Jacques)PinterestTikTokFacebookFacebook GroupDiscord Server

It's the Bob Tanem In The Garden with Edie Tanem; our guests this morning are Douglas Airhart from Tennessee Technological University and April Ellis, Registered Horticultural Therapist in San Mateo.   Our subject?  Horticultural Therapy, which is a wide descriptor for plant related therapies ranging from physical through emotional and back again.  Our guests spent the entire hour with Edie. Musical interludes have been edited out of this podcast because of applicable rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the Bob Tanem In The Garden with Edie Tanem; our guests this morning are Douglas Airhart from Tennessee Technological University and April Ellis, Registered Horticultural Therapist in San Mateo.   Our subject?  Horticultural Therapy, which is a wide descriptor for plant related therapies ranging from physical through emotional and back again.  Our guests spent the entire hour with Edie. Musical interludes have been edited out of this podcast because of applicable rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this nourishing episode of Accidental Gods, we delve into the fertile world of seed sovereignty with Katie Hastings and Sinead Fortune of the Gaia Foundation's Seed Sovereignty Programme. Katie, hailing from the lush landscapes of Wales, and Sinead, rooted in the rugged beauty of rural Aberdeenshire, share their passion for reviving ancient grains and fostering communities of growth.Embark on a journey through the tales of black oats, a crop once on the brink of oblivion, now experiencing a renaissance on the cliffs of Pembrokeshire. Discover how these oats, intertwined with the stories of generations, are being brought back into circulation by a vibrant network of farmers, engineers, and chefs, all dedicated to preserving the diversity of our seed heritage.As we explore the practical steps and the profound joy of seed saving, we're reminded that every seed sown is a vessel of potential, a beacon of hope in an ever-changing climate. Katie and Sinead illuminate the path towards a more resilient food system, where local, open-pollinated seeds adapt and thrive, offering unique flavors and a promise of sustainability.This episode is a clarion call to reconnect with the origins of our sustenance, to embrace the community spirit inherent in the cycle of seed to harvest, and to participate in the movement towards a future where our choices at the dinner table also nurture the earth.Whether you're a seasoned grower, a curious gardener with a windowsill plot, or simply someone who cherishes the act of sharing a meal, this conversation is an invitation to join hands in shaping a world where the diversity of our plates reflects the diversity of our landscapes.For those inspired to take root in this revolution, visit the show notes for links to local seed initiatives and resources that will guide you in becoming an integral part of this flourishing movement. Tune in and let the stories of seeds sow inspiration in your heart, as we cultivate a world abundant in flavor, joy, and resilience.Katie's Bio: Katie Hastings is the Wales Coordinator for the Gaia Foundation's Seed Sovereignty Programme, where she works alongside farmers and growers to build a more resilient seed system from the ground up. As part of this work, she facilitates the Wales Seed Hub - a cooperative of agroecological seed growers, and Llafur Ni - a network of people working together to revive rare Welsh oats. Katie is co-founder of the community organisation Mach Maethlon, where she has coordinated a horticultural training programme, food hub and community growing scheme. Katie's seed journey started when she had a mental breakdown and was referred for horticultural therapy by her doctor. She found hope for the future in growing food in community with others. In her free time she swims in her local river and walks her dog up Cadair Idris mountain. Sinead's Bio: Sinéad Fortune is Programme Lead for the Seed Sovereignty Programme, as well as coordinating the programme work in Scotland where she's based. She works with coordinators around the UK and Ireland to support community groups, market gardeners and farmers to train in seed production and to develop and strengthen the connections that make the seed sovereignty movement thrive. Her academic background in Political Ecology focused on food security and community empowerment, and her diverse professional experience spans community food movements, alternative sustainable food production, science education and behaviour change. When Sinéad isn't working in seed sovereignty or willing her crops to grow, she can be found wandering the woods looking for interesting fungi, crafting herbal lotions, potions and remedies, or playing a few tunes on the fiddle.Gaia Foundation https://gaiafoundation.org/Seed Sovereignty www.seedsovereignty.infoSeed Hub Wales https://www.seedhub.wales/about-us/Open Food Network Seed Hub Shop https://openfoodnetwork.org.uk/hwb-hadau-cymru-wales-seed-hub/shopThe momentous black oat feast: https://www.seedsovereignty.info/welsh-oats-back-in-black/Llafur Ni film: https://vimeo.com/489406001Guardian coverage of the Black Oat story: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/oct/28/black-oats-llafur-ni-wales-crops-grains-growers-farmers-aoeKatie's article about the issues with oat processing: https://www.seedsovereignty.info/oat-quest-inching-towards-tasting-our-oats/Recent Oxford Real Farming Conference panel discussion I hosted: https://soundcloud.com/user-775591787/orfc2024-the-story-of-black-oats-lost-and-foundKatie's guide to starting your own seed cooperative: https://www.seedsovereignty.info/so-you-want-to-start-a-seed-coop-week-1-finding-your-varieties/

This program discusses horticultural therapy with nurse and horticultural therapist Steven Wells. Support the show: https://donate.2rph.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How working with plants and having them around us can help our mental and emotional well being

If you've ever felt the calming influence of spending time surrounded by nature, then you might be familiar with the notion of horticultural therapy. It can be a pretty profound experience, and not just anecdotally. There are lots of studies that support the healing powers of nature. In this episode, we talk with Guinevere Kern, a horticultural therapy practitioner based in Guelph, Ontario. Guinevere is an active member of the American Horticultural Therapy Association, as well as the Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association, where she also sits on the Education Committee. We explore horticultural therapy as a career and the transformative power plants can have on physical, emotional and mental wellness. Whether you're a seasoned landscaper looking for a new direction or someone fascinated by the idea of helping others through the therapeutic magic of plants, this episode is for you. Resources Episode Transcription Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association Homewood Health Care Centre American Horticultural Therapy Association Guelph Enabling Garden The Lancet Roger Ulrich, PhD 1984 Study Landscape Ontario GROW Program Ontario Parks Association full day course Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen Additional resources from LO: The therapeutic value of horticulture The healing power of horticulture

A world where your job involves turning your love for plants into a powerful force for healing and growth. Imagine making a difference in people's lives by simply getting your hands dirty in the garden. Yes, that's Horticultural Therapy, and it's blooming with opportunities.In this episode, we're unraveling the secrets of Horticultural Therapy, a career that not only lets you embrace your green side but also lets you help others blossom. We'll explore how to kickstart this fulfilling journey, the incredible prospects you'll find in India and across the globe, what you can expect in your paycheck, and, of course, the rosy pros and the few thorns of this remarkable path.Connect With Mehttps://linktr.ee/studyabroadacademyWhat You Will Learn?0:00 Introduction1:36 Mission Statement1:59 Who is a Horticulture Therapist2:46 Eligibility Requirements3:35 Name of Universities7:12 Job Prospects8:09 Salary Packages8:55 Pros & Cons10:10 Call To Action11:11 ConclusionSupport the show

Heidi Heiland has been diligently leading and artfully expanding her landscape gardening company, Heidi's Lifestyle Gardens as the CEO. That's Chief Experience Officer since 1979. With the help of her expert team, they create award winning ecoscapes and nourishing encounters with nature for their customers. Her team brings holistic consultation, design, installation and site management to every project.They are achieving innovative landscape designs and earth connected garden management by applying water wise approaches and slow food sustainability practices. After graduating from the Constance Spry Flower School in England,Heidi continued her education by becoming a Certified Professional through the MinnesotaNursery & Landscape Association (MNLA). She grew in the organization and eventually served as President.Heidi holds a certificate in Horticultural Therapy through Colorado State University, has her PDC for Permaculture Design, and is a Professional Master Gardener. In the spring of 2016, the company grew by acquiring a retail garden centre and growing nursery on a 5-acre campus in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities. This is the home and immersive experience of Heidi's growhaus.Heidi's home gardens have received awards from the Perennial Plant Association and recognition from the Garden Club of America.Her outdoor spaces and philosophy have been highlighted in many magazines including Better Homes & Gardens, Horticulture, and Northern Green.For a decade, Heidi presented monthly segments on the local MN NBC affiliate, KARE 11's EarthKare series.She was recently inducted into the Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association (MNLA) Hall of Fame for making a difference in the green industry.Heidi is happily married, has 3 adult kids, 3 grandkids, a golden retriever dognamed Dandelion and a rescued cat named Clover.

Heidi Heiland has been diligently leading and artfully expanding her landscape gardening company, Heidi's Lifestyle Gardens as the CEO. That's Chief Experience Officer since 1979. With the help of her expert team, they create award winning ecoscapes and nourishing encounters with nature for their customers. Her team brings holistic consultation, design, installation and site management to every project.They are achieving innovative landscape designs and earth connected garden management by applying water wise approaches and slow food sustainability practices. After graduating from the Constance Spry Flower School in England,Heidi continued her education by becoming a Certified Professional through the MinnesotaNursery & Landscape Association (MNLA). She grew in the organization and eventually served as President.Heidi holds a certificate in Horticultural Therapy through Colorado State University, has her PDC for Permaculture Design, and is a Professional Master Gardener. In the spring of 2016, the company grew by acquiring a retail garden centre and growing nursery on a 5-acre campus in the western suburbs of the Twin Cities. This is the home and immersive experience of Heidi's growhaus.Heidi's home gardens have received awards from the Perennial Plant Association and recognition from the Garden Club of America.Her outdoor spaces and philosophy have been highlighted in many magazines including Better Homes & Gardens, Horticulture, and Northern Green.For a decade, Heidi presented monthly segments on the local MN NBC affiliate, KARE 11's EarthKare series.She was recently inducted into the Minnesota Nursery & Landscape Association (MNLA) Hall of Fame for making a difference in the green industry.Heidi is happily married, has 3 adult kids, 3 grandkids, a golden retriever dognamed Dandelion and a rescued cat named Clover.

Recovered Life Contributor and Sober Coach Shauna McKenna Vick shares her personal journey with gardening as a vital part of her recovery process. Shauna discusses the myriad benefits of gardening, from its therapeutic effects, stress-relieving properties, and its role in helping establish a nurturing routine. Moreover, she provides a deep dive into the history of horticultural therapy and how it has aided many on their road to recovery. Whether you're new to gardening, recovery, or both, this video provides practical tips and advice to help you integrate gardening into your recovery plan, fostering a healthier lifestyle and community engagement. Be sure to check it out, subscribe to our channel for more valuable content on recovery, and start cultivating your path to healing today!===============================

In the second part of the Plants, People, Science Horticultural Therapy discussion, Lara follows up on the topic with horticultural therapist Abby Jaroslow who leads the horticultural therapy program at the Alice & Herbert Sachs Therapeutic Conservatory at MossRehab Einstein Medical Center in Elkins Park, PA and is also an instructor at the New York Botanical Gardens. She works with individuals recovering from spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, amputation, and other medical conditions in inpatient and outpatient capacities. Ms. Jaroslow discusses her day-to-day work and the professional and personal journey that led her to a career dedicated to horticultural therapy.For more information on Abby Jaroslow and the MossRehab horticultural therapy program go to https://www.mossrehab.com/horticultural-therapy. Learn more about the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) at https://ashs.org/.HortTechnology, HortScience and the Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science are all open-access and peer-reviewed journals, published by the American Society of Horticultural Science (ASHS). Find them at journals.ashs.org.Consider becoming an ASHS member at https://ashs.org/page/Becomeamember!You can also find the official webpage for Plants, People, Science at ashs.org/plantspeoplesciencepodcast, and we encourage you to send us feedback or suggestions at https://ashs.org/webinarpodcastsuggestion. To follow Sam Humphrey visit linkedin.com/in/samson-humphrey. Lara Brindisi is on Instagram at @theplantphd and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/larabrindisi/. Thank you for listening!

In the first part of this two part episode on horticultural therapy, Sam and Lara talk to Dr. Candice Shoemaker, Professor Emeritus of Horticulture and Human Health at Kansas State University. Dr. Shoemaker talks about the varied and winding path that eventually led to her career in horticultural therapy, explains the basics and history of the field, and describes the benefits of receiving horticultural therapy versus therapeutical horticulture. She discusses the training needed in both horticulture and therapy in order to practice horticultural therapy.  You can find more on Dr. Shoemaker's work in the ASHS Journals HortScience and HortTechnology at http://ow.ly/CXHl50OAfu2. Learn more about the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) at https://ashs.org/.HortTechnology, HortScience and the Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science are all open-access and peer-reviewed journals, published by the American Society of Horticultural Science (ASHS). Find them at journals.ashs.org.Consider becoming an ASHS member at https://ashs.org/page/Becomeamember!You can also find the official webpage for Plants, People, Science at ashs.org/plantspeoplesciencepodcast, and we encourage you to send us feedback or suggestions at https://ashs.org/webinarpodcastsuggestion. To follow Sam Humphrey visit linkedin.com/in/samson-humphrey. Lara Brindisi is on Instagram at @theplantphd and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/larabrindisi/. Thank you for listening!

In the second part of the Plants, People, Science Horticultural Therapy discussion, Lara follows up on the topic with horticultural therapist Abby Jaroslow who leads the horticultural therapy program at the Alice & Herbert Sachs Therapeutic Conservatory at MossRehab Einstein Medical Center in Elkins Park, PA and is also an instructor at the New York Botanical Gardens. She works with individuals recovering from spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, amputation, and other medical conditions in inpatient and outpatient capacities. Ms. Jaroslow discusses her day-to-day work and the professional and personal journey that led her to a career dedicated to horticultural therapy.For more information on Abby Jaroslow and the MossRehab horticultural therapy program go to https://www.mossrehab.com/horticultural-therapy. Learn more about the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) at https://ashs.org/.HortTechnology, HortScience and the Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science are all open-access and peer-reviewed journals, published by the American Society of Horticultural Science (ASHS). Find them at journals.ashs.org.Consider becoming an ASHS member at https://ashs.org/page/Becomeamember!You can also find the official webpage for Plants, People, Science at ashs.org/plantspeoplesciencepodcast, and we encourage you to send us feedback or suggestions at https://ashs.org/webinarpodcastsuggestion. To follow Sam Humphrey visit linkedin.com/in/samson-humphrey. Lara Brindisi is on Instagram at @theplantphd and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/larabrindisi/. Thank you for listening!

In the first part of this two part episode on horticultural therapy, Sam and Lara talk to Dr. Candice Shoemaker, Professor Emeritus of Horticulture and Human Health at Kansas State University. Dr. Shoemaker talks about the varied and winding path that eventually led to her career in horticultural therapy, explains the basics and history of the field, and describes the benefits of receiving horticultural therapy versus therapeutical horticulture. She discusses the training needed in both horticulture and therapy in order to practice horticultural therapy.You can find more on Dr. Shoemaker's work in the ASHS Journals HortScience and HortTechnology at http://ow.ly/CXHl50OAfu2.Learn more about the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) at https://ashs.org/.HortTechnology, HortScience and the Journal of the American Society for Horticultural Science are all open-access and peer-reviewed journals, published by the American Society of Horticultural Science (ASHS). Find them at journals.ashs.org.Consider becoming an ASHS member at https://ashs.org/page/Becomeamember!You can also find the official webpage for Plants, People, Science at ashs.org/plantspeoplesciencepodcast, and we encourage you to send us feedback or suggestions at https://ashs.org/webinarpodcastsuggestion. To follow Sam Humphrey visit linkedin.com/in/samson-humphrey. Lara Brindisi is on Instagram at @theplantphd and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/larabrindisi/. Thank you for listening!

Wendy Battaglia, Rachel Cochran and Christine Trotman discuss the mission behind Trellis Horticultural Therapy Alliance. Then, we learn about Atlanta's sneaker culture and talk to some local sneakerheads about this growing trend. Plus, culture journalist Mike Jordan details his recent story for Eater, “The Triumph of Black Brunch in Atlanta.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“I love the matrix and quilt of different things all over the place. Monoculture is boring. So for me, diversity is the spice of life in the garden.” - Erik Keller, ep 60Helpful links:Erik's WebsiteErik's InstagramHighlights from our conversation:Erik's relationship to nature as a childThe definition of horticultural therapy and Erik's journey from master gardener to horticultural therapistThe various types of horticultural therapy sessionsThe elements of surprise and delight in the natural worldWild saladsHow we might re-imagine what we plant in our gardensAdvice for the beginner gardener or urban gardenerLessons from the garden that we can bring into our livesThe last five questionsFor more of Alyssa and Our NatureSubscribe to the Our Nature newsletterSign up for the FREE mini course: Build Your Magnetic Nature AlterFollow Alyssa on Instagram

Hello and welcome to this week's episode, where in recognition of World Autism Acceptance Week, I'm speaking about Sensory Gardens, with a focus on design for people with autism. I have three guests; Camellia Taylor who's designed The Natural Affinity Garden, which will be at the Chelsea Flower Show in May, after which time it will be relocated to Kent, to the charity Aspens where it will be used by residents of and visitors to the site. Next, I speak with Meraud Davis who's overseeing the project at Aspens and finally, to Alexis Selby a foraging obsessed, nature-loving, all-round amazing person who's giving us her take on using outdoor spaces with her son, Jared. Dr Ian Bedford's Bug of the Week: Narcissus Root Fly What We Talk About Why do we need to distinguish between men and women when it comes to environmentalism?  Isn't it fair to say some women are interested in improving and caring for their environment and some aren't, and this is the case too with men?  The feminisation of responsibility as it relates to climate change Why women are more affected by climate change than men Women and the control of the means of polluting production  Why women lack the opportunity to generate a larger climate footprint Women who are making a difference About The Natural Affinity Garden Aspens will partner with garden designer Camellia Taylor to create a show garden for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show (23 – 27 May 2023), supported by Project Giving Back. Aspens is a social care charity that provides high quality care and support topeople on the autism spectrum and with learning disabilities, and their families in the South-East. The Natural Affinity Garden for Aspens, is one of six All About Plants gardens being supported by Project Giving Back in 2023. It will encourage a connection with nature and maximise the benefits to a visitor's wellbeing by engaging with the seven senses (touch, taste, scent, sight, sound, movement and temperature). Each planting zone of the design targets specific senses and every aspect of the planting has been included for sensory stimulation. The dominant use of green in the garden provides an overall feeling of calm for those with hyper-sensitivity (sensory avoidant) and subtle additions of purple and yellow provide stimulation and interaction for those with hypo-sensitivity (sensory seeking). After the show, the garden will be relocated to the heart of Aspens' Kent site, where it will provide a rich, therapeutic haven for the charity's community. The Natural Affinity Garden for Aspens' designer Camellia Taylor has a background in psychology and health care and has worked on previous projects with Aspens. She has a strong connection with the charity's core values of empowerment, inclusivity and integrity and is passionate about supporting their vision for an inclusive society where people with disabilities can thrive. Links www.aspens.org.uk World Autism Awareness Week - The National Autistic Society Social Stories Autism Training  Other episodes if you liked this one: Making Gardening Accessible with Mark Lane Gardening for Your Senses Patreon Membership

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Laura DePrado, HTR (Owner - Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC) to talk about Horticultural Therapy Week. Topics include the origin of Horticultural Therapy and its pioneers, the benefits of Horticultural Therapy, and tips for better connections with nature.  We also learn about Laura's unique journey with Horticultural Therapy.  Music by Egocentric Plastic Men. Follow Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC. - Website / Facebook / Twitter / LinkedIn Register of Teacup Gardens at BHWP Here.   Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good.  Visit Here.

Jennifer Reelitz, founder of Food Forest DIY in Jupiter Farms, is generously helping people grow food in their backyards! Jen is extremely passionate and knowledgable about consuming as much food as she can from her own land and turning away from the harmful food system that we get at the grocery store. As a mother, giving her children the best food possible became the most important thing in her life and she has inspired so many families in the local community to live smarter and healthier. This movement is growing stronger and more and more people are looking for role models and growing models just like her's. You are guaranteed to learn something new in this episode. Listen now on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts! Connect with Jen: Instagram: @foodforestdiy Website: foodforestdiy.com Connect with Jack: Instagram: @urbanabundancefl Website: urbanabundance.com Urban Abundance is helping South Florida residents transform any yard or lawn into a beautiful, and functional edible landscape. Fruit trees, vegetable gardens, food forests, pollinator plants, you name it! We are helping Florida feed itself by creating local, organic, and abundant food systems. Join the #GrowFoodAtHome movement with us! Let's create abundance together!

Today I'm at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville speaking with Dr. Derrick Stowell, who is the Education and Horticultural Therapy Program Administrator for the UT Gardens. Derrick is responsible for directing education programs and horticultural therapy programs for the UT Gardens, Knoxville location. https://onehealth.tennessee.edu/ https://utgardens.tennessee.edu/ Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.

Today I'm at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville speaking with Dr. Derrick Stowell, who is the Education and Horticultural Therapy Program Administrator for the UT Gardens. Derrick is responsible for directing education programs and horticultural therapy programs for the UT Gardens, Knoxville location. https://onehealth.tennessee.edu/ https://utgardens.tennessee.edu/ Thank you for watching and being an inquisitive being.

Following a two-year investigation into bullying, abuse and discrimination the Whyte Review into British Gymnastics is finally published. We hear from ex-gymnast Claire Heafford, co-founder and campaign director of Gymnasts 4 Change, and Sarah Moore, lawyer and partner at Hausfeld who are acting on behalf of 38 former elite gymnasts against British Gymnastics in relation to allegations of abuse. In her prize-winning memoir, Free: Coming of Age at the End of History, Lea Ypi describes what it was like to grow up in Albania under a strict communist regime. Lea joins us to talk about her extraordinary coming-of-age story in Europe's last Stalinist outpost. Rosie Kinchen explains how horticultural therapy helped her overcome depression after having her second child. She discusses finding solace in a community garden. Her newspaper only launched 14 weeks before the outbreak of war in Ukraine, but the Kyiv Independent now has over two million followers on Twitter, and has been described by Time Magazine as: "The world's primary source for reliable English-language journalism on the war." We speak to the Editor of the newspaper, Olga Rudenko. A new film, Below the Belt, documents the reality of living with endometriosis. We hear from director Shannon Cone. Listener Christian Peake inherited a huge stack of canvasses painted by her grandmother, the artist Maeve Gilmore, whose artistic work had been over-shadowed by her more famous husband Mervyn Peake. As time went on though she became increasingly determined to get Maeve's work the recognition she feels it deserves. Her grandmother's first exhibition is now on at Studio Voltaire in Clapham, London. Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Lucy Wai Editor: Lucinda Montefiore

Horticultural Therapy is no garden variety help, these activites promote physical, cognitive, social and emotional recovery from a brain injury. One of the nations 1st horticultural therapy programs began at NYU's Langone Rusk Rehabilitation Center in the 1970s. LIsten to Gween talk about what you can do to use this "home grown" tool to improve your recovery in a peaceful atmosphere. Join your local arboretum and make some new friends she recommends. e: gwenn.fried@nyulangone.org Connect online! www.nyulmc.org/rusk www.facebook.com/NYULangone www.twitter.com/nyulmc www.youtube.com/nyulmc

Celebrated jazz pianist Benny Green stops by ahead of his upcoming Norman Granz tribute show. Plus, we hear how Trellis Horticultural Therapy Alliance is helping people outgrow their limitations with adaptive gardening.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week I'm chatting with New England-based horticultural therapist and master gardener, Erik Keller, who is also the author of the book A Therapist's Garden: Using Plants to Revitalise Your Spirit. Over 20 years, Erik has worked with thousands of people of all ages and types, using horticulture and therapeutic techniques to help them deal with physical, emotional and mental challenges. Erik talks about using an outdoor space as a place for therapy and learning and about the downs and ups of bringing horticulture into peoples' lives as a way to heal.  Dr Ian Bedford's Bug of the Week: Home grown bugs What we cover Erik's background in therapeutic gardening The most therapeutic and stimulating plant scents for people to work with  How plants spark memories  Establishing a connection between growing and eating plants Techniques to stop attention wandering whilst completing a task  Techniques you use if people are exhibiting undesirable behaviour Lesson planning and being flexible during gardening sessions Using your garden year round How seasonal changes can help garden users deal with their personal issues and relate to the garden About A Therapist's Garden: Using Plants to Revitalise Your Spirit The Zen of mixing mud with seniors; crafting surprising salads out of weeds; and a hidden rabbit bringing joy to girls in a juvenile detention center. These are a few of the nearly 100 stories that Erik Keller takes readers on through a journey of how interacting with plants and nature can help heal mental, emotional, and physical trauma. Through the lens of January to December in a New England landscape, discover how horticultural therapy improves the lives of those in pain including special-needs children, cancer patients, and disabled seniors.  A Therapist's Garden is unique in portraying how gardening, nature-based arts, plants and horticulture can revitalize the spirit of people. It encompasses over 20 years of experiences seeing the healing power of horticultural therapy. Its themes and subject material are universal in interest as different portions of this book apply to nearly anyone who likes plants or to garden, both booming activities today, as well as therapists who will find the approach interesting and of use to their client bases.  About Erik Keller Over the last 20 years, Erik Keller has worked with thousands of people of all ages and types using horticulture and therapeutic techniques to help them deal with physical, cognitive, social and emotional challenges. Venues have ranged from special-needs schools, to prisons, to nursing facilities to private homes. Certifications from the University of Connecticut as a Master Gardener in 2000 and the New York Botanical Garden in Horticultural Therapy in 2009 has given Keller a strong base of knowledge from which he has been able to help his clients. He is a member of the American Horticultural Therapy Association, the Northeast Horticultural Therapy Network as well as the Connecticut Master Gardeners Association. He writes extensively about the healing power of horticultural therapy on a variety of social media platforms and on his website www.grohappy.com.  For over a decade, Keller has been running a twice-monthly horticultural therapy (HT) program at Ann's Place, a not-for-profit facility helping those with cancer located in Danbury, CT. Since the emergence of COVID-19, Keller has developed a wide variety of virtual and hybrid HT sessions for clients. He also manages and maintains the grounds at Ann's Place, which he designed over a decade ago to accommodate therapeutic needs of the client base.  Keller is also a commissioner for the Ridgefield Conservation Commission, which manages and maintains over 5,800 acres of open space in Ridgefield, CT. In the past, he has run horticultural therapy programs at senior living and nursing facilities as well as run programs at Green Chimneys, a school for special-needs children in Brewster, NY.  Earlier in Keller's career, he spent a decade as a journalist and editor for a variety of technology- focused trade publications, a decade as a Research Fellow at Gartner, Stamford, CT (the leading technology advisory firm in the world), and another decade as a management consultant with his own firm. During that time he received many awards for editorial, writing and analytical excellence. He also wrote a well-received book for the technology community called Technology Paradise Lost (Manning Publications) in 2004.  Keller graduated from State University of New York at Stony Brook with a Bachelor's of Engineering degree as well as minored in English and Journalism. While at Stony Brook, he won the University's Martin Buskin Memorial Scholarship for Journalism.  Links Black Rose Publishing - A Therapist's Garden: Using Plants to Revitalise Your Spirit www.grohappy.com Patreon Membership

The grounds crew at the Medical University of South Carolina designs and maintains a calming and relaxing campus setting, with passive and active outdoor activities. Besides their horticultural expertise, certain members of are trained in horticultural therapy to serve a diverse in-patient clientele.

When a successful lawyer suffered a debilitating stroke, it turned her life upside down. Meet Bhupinder Sohanpal as she explains how she rebuilt herself through gardening with the help of the Wisley Community Allotments programme. The Horticultural Therapy Trust is a charity which uses gardening to help support people facing long-term mental health issues and brain injuries: its Project Manager Deb Hoskin tells the stories of some of the people who've benefitted. Plus, organic food grower Anna Greenland shares a recipe for a traditional homegrown, home-made winter pick me up – fire cider. For links to more info please check out our programme page or visit rhs.org.uk/podcast

In this episode, we talk with Hannah Berisford, CPH, HTC, Owner/Plant Nerd of BotaniGal, LLC, all about Horticultural Therapy. The plant profile is on Castor Bean Plant and I share what's going on locally and in my garden. YOU can become a listener supporter for as little as $0.99 per month! See how at: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support. Recorded on 9-25-2021. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gardendc/support

This week, Shannon and Joe speak with the Manager of Horticultural Therapy Services at NYU Langone, Gwenn Fried! Gwenn is an experienced and passionate therapist and advocate for horticultural therapy, with over 25 years in the field. In addition to her work for NYU, Gwenn works to develop horticultural therapy programs and garden spaces in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools, rehabilitation facilities, and other public spaces. She is a board member of MetroHort Group, an association of horticulture professionals practicing in the New York City and Tri-State area, and has been featured in a New York Times article on horticultural therapy. We were so lucky to have her on the pod, as she gives an expert's breakdown of horticultural therapy for our hosts and lays out all the benefits of nature, gardens, and greenery as stress relievers! For more information on Horticultural Therapy and some of Gwenn's work, you can check out https://www.metrohort.org or https://www.mahtn.org We all know nursing can be stressful. Finding your next travel nursing assignment shouldn't be. That's why we're thrilled to be sponsored by Stability Healthcare, a travel nurse agency that's all about trust and transparency. With their comprehensive search tool and instant online rates, they make finding your next job quick and simple so that you can confidently take the next step in your career. Check them out on Instagram @stabilityhealthcare or at www.stabilityhealthcare.com to learn more. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/operationhappynurse/support

Guest episode! Today I'm talking with Kaylee Fichthorn, a physical therapist who is pursuing a certification in horticultural therapy. Did you know that interaction with plants and nature can have a huge impact on the mental and physical heath of people with dementia, autism, and . . . literally everyone else on the planet. This episode has useful info for everyone, but it's especially relevant if you have elderly or autistic people in your life you want to help. I hope you enjoy it!

Welcome to The Academic Life. You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island and neither are we. So we reached across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project, to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DM us your suggestion on Twitter: The Academic Life @AcademicLifeNBN. In this episode you'll hear about: Sue Stuart-Smith's path from English major to psychiatrist, how she went from avoiding gardening to becoming an avid gardener, and a discussion of The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature. Our guest is: Sue Stuart-Smith, a prominent psychiatrist and psychotherapist. She is also an avid gardener. She took her degree in English literature at Cambridge before qualifying as a doctor. She worked in the National Health Service for many years, becoming the lead clinician for psychotherapy in Hertfordshire. She teaches at The Tavistock Clinic in London and is consultant to the DocHealth service. She is married to Tom Stuart-Smith, the celebrated garden designer. She is the author of The Well-Gardened Mind. Today's book is: The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature, about the healing effects of gardening and its ability to decrease stress and foster mental well-being in our everyday lives. The garden is often seen as a refuge, a place to forget worldly cares, removed from the “real” life that lies outside. But when we get our hands in the earth we connect with the cycle of life in nature through which destruction and decay are followed by regrowth and renewal. Sue Stuart-Smith provides a new perspective on the power of gardening to change people's lives. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, the co-producer of the Academic Life podcasts, and a historian of women and gender. She has a small garden. Listeners to this episode might be interested in: The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature, by Sue Stuart Smith Therapeutic Landscapes: An Evidence-Based Approach to Designing Healing Gardens and Restorative Outdoor Spaces, by Clare Marcus and Naomi Sachs The Profession and Practice of Horticultural Therapy, edited by Rebecca Haller and Karen Kennedy and Christine Capra Ecotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice, edited by Martin Jordan and Joe Hinds The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative, by Florence Williams Radical Compassion, by Tara Brach The psychology podcast channel on NBN  The mindfulness podcast channel on NBN  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/academic-life

Welcome to The Academic Life. You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island and neither are we. So we reached across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project, to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DM us your suggestion on Twitter: The Academic Life @AcademicLifeNBN. In this episode you'll hear about: Sue Stuart-Smith's path from English major to psychiatrist, how she went from avoiding gardening to becoming an avid gardener, and a discussion of The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature. Our guest is: Sue Stuart-Smith, a prominent psychiatrist and psychotherapist. She is also an avid gardener. She took her degree in English literature at Cambridge before qualifying as a doctor. She worked in the National Health Service for many years, becoming the lead clinician for psychotherapy in Hertfordshire. She teaches at The Tavistock Clinic in London and is consultant to the DocHealth service. She is married to Tom Stuart-Smith, the celebrated garden designer. She is the author of The Well-Gardened Mind. Today's book is: The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature, about the healing effects of gardening and its ability to decrease stress and foster mental well-being in our everyday lives. The garden is often seen as a refuge, a place to forget worldly cares, removed from the “real” life that lies outside. But when we get our hands in the earth we connect with the cycle of life in nature through which destruction and decay are followed by regrowth and renewal. Sue Stuart-Smith provides a new perspective on the power of gardening to change people's lives. Our host is: Dr. Christina Gessler, the co-producer of the Academic Life podcasts, and a historian of women and gender. She has a small garden. Listeners to this episode might be interested in: The Well-Gardened Mind: The Restorative Power of Nature, by Sue Stuart Smith Therapeutic Landscapes: An Evidence-Based Approach to Designing Healing Gardens and Restorative Outdoor Spaces, by Clare Marcus and Naomi Sachs The Profession and Practice of Horticultural Therapy, edited by Rebecca Haller and Karen Kennedy and Christine Capra Ecotherapy: Theory, Research and Practice, edited by Martin Jordan and Joe Hinds The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative, by Florence Williams Radical Compassion, by Tara Brach The psychology podcast channel on NBN  The mindfulness podcast channel on NBN  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Glenn van Zutphen and award-winning author Neil Humphreys speak to Pong Jun Xiang, Managing Director, Hortian to discuss horticultural therapy and the impact these therapeutic gardens would have on the ageing society across Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we celebrate a woman named after Florence, Italy, and who loved flowers her entire life.  We'll learn about the Floral Emblem of Manitoba. We hear an excerpt about spring at Green Gables. We Grow That Garden Library™ with a book about the relationship between people and plants. And then we’ll wrap things up with some garden limericks for National Limerick Day.   Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart To listen to the show while you're at home, just ask Alexa or Google to “Play the latest episode of The Daily Gardener Podcast.” And she will. It's just that easy.   The Daily Gardener Friday Newsletter Sign up for the FREE Friday Newsletter featuring: A personal update from me Garden-related items for your calendar The Grow That Garden Library™ featured books for the week Gardener gift ideas Garden-inspired recipes Exclusive updates regarding the show Plus, each week, one lucky subscriber wins a book from the Grow That Garden Library™ bookshelf.   Gardener Greetings Send your garden pics, stories, birthday wishes, and so forth to Jennifer@theDailyGardener.org   Curated News Rooting for Brain Health: The Therapeutic Power of Horticultural Therapy for Dementia | Being Patient |  Genevieve Glass   Facebook Group If you'd like to check out my curated news articles and original blog posts for yourself, you're in luck. I share all of it with the Listener Community in the Free Facebook Group - The Daily Gardener Community. So, there’s no need to take notes or search for links. The next time you're on Facebook, search for Daily Gardener Community, where you’d search for a friend... and request to join. I'd love to meet you in the group.   Important Events May 12, 1820 Today is the birthday of the English social reformer, statistician, and founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale.  Florence earned the moniker "The Lady with the Lamp" during the Crimean War because she would make her rounds to visit wounded soldiers with a lamp during the night. Florence was named after Florence, Italy - the city where she was born. As a young girl, both she and her sister each had their own garden to plant and tend. When Florence was a young girl of 13, she collected flowers with a 77-year old botanist named Margaret Stovin. Together they gathered and pressed over 100 different species of plants. This charming story was featured in a 2008 book by Richard Mendelsohn. Today the flowers that Florence and Margaret collected are housed at the Natural History Museum in London. As an adult, Florence wrote, Poetry and imagination begin life. A child will fall on its knees on the gravel walk at the sight of a pink hawthorn in full flower, when it is by itself, to praise God for it. As a nurse, Florence believed flowers helped with the morale and recovery of her patients. And personally, Florence’s favorite flower was the foxglove. And Florence received a lovely bouquet every week from William Rathbone, the man who founded the Queen Victoria Jubilee Institute for Nurses. In 2020, during the pandemic, one of the anticipated gardens was dedicated to Florence. The year 2020 marked the 200th Anniversary of her birth, and the garden was to be called The Florence Nightingale Garden - A Celebration of Modern Day Nursing. Instead, the garden will make its debut during the 2021 Chelsea Flower Show. The garden will feature “Images from Florence Nightingale's pressed flower collection and echoes of her handwriting … on… the timber walls.” Today Florence is remembered in the Florence Nightingale Museum in London, which celebrates the life and work of the best-known figure in nursing history. She is also honored with the Florence Nightingale rose — a pretty pale pink fragrant rose.   May 12, 1870  On this day, Manitoba became a province of Canada. In 1906, the Anemone patens, commonly known as the Prairie Crocus, was officially adopted as the floral emblem of Manitoba. The first prairie plant to bloom in the spring, the Prairie Crocus, left an impression with early pioneers, and they called it a crocus because it reminded them of the early blooming crocus in Europe. However, the Prairie Crocus is not a crocus; it’s an anemone, and as such, it is part of the buttercup family. In 1841, Nathaniel Hawthorne wrote to his future wife, "There has been but one flower found in this vicinity--and that was an anemone, a poor, able, shivering little flower that had crept under a stone wall for shelter."  In Floriography or the language of flowers, the Prairie Crocus is a symbol of liberty and freedom.   Unearthed Words Spring had come once more to Green Gables — the beautiful, capricious Canadian spring, lingering along through April and May in a succession of sweet, fresh, chilly days, with pink sunsets and miracles of resurrection and growth. The maples in Lover's Lane were red-budded, and little curly ferns pushed up around the Dryad's Bubble. Away in the barrens, behind Mr. Silas Sloane's place, the mayflowers blossomed out, pink and white stars of sweetness under their brown leaves. All the school girls and boys had one golden afternoon gathering them, coming home in the clear, echoing twilight with arms and baskets full of flowery spoil. ― Lucy Maud Montgomery, Canadian author, Anne of Green Gables , Grow That Garden Library Natural Affairs by Peter Bernhardt This book came out in 1993, and the subtitle is A Botanist Looks at the Attachments Between Plants and People. When this book was written, Peter was a research assistant at the Missouri Botanical Garden. His book, Natural Affairs, is a mix of plant information and folklore, and science over the course of human history. Peter highlights the various interactions in time between humans and plants. For instance, the naming of passion vine comes from the Jesuit priests who felt the vines' blossom showed the passion of Christ on the cross. Whether the relationships are highly coveted - as with saffron (the spice worth its weight it gold), or even mysterious - as with the Asian slipper orchid - plants, like people, want to survive and thrive. This book is 225 pages of the incredible relationships we have with plants - be they quirky, charming, delightful, or serious. You can get a copy of Natural Affairs by Peter Bernhardt and support the show using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for around $2   Today’s Botanic Spark Reviving the little botanic spark in your heart Today is National Limerick Day. Here’s a garden limerick that was featured in The Central New Jersey Home News on May 19, 1918 John soon had a fine garden growing,  And said, in a manner quite knowing,  "These beans and potatoes,  Peas, corn, and tomatoes  Will soon make a very fine showing. And here’s one from 2020 @Paddysaurus on Twitter: There once was a gardener named Fred Who was struggling with his raised beds Nothing would grow Then a friend said, "you know, you'd be better off fishing instead!"   Thanks for listening to The Daily Gardener. And remember: "For a happy, healthy life, garden every day."

In celebration of National Horticultural Therapy week (March 14 - 20, 2021), Rutgers Psychology graduate student, Master Gardener and horticultural therapy intern, Elisabeth Black shares her words of wisdom and experiences with gardening as well as helping her students learn the art and science of gardening. Elisabeth is also a high school teacher for students with special needs, and teaches several classes with organizations like JoyDew Foundation and schools like New Road School of NJ and Hunterdon Central Regional High School. She is currently studying how horticultural therapy can positively impact individuals, especially her autistic students, using biomarkers and other quantitative methods. 

Kaifa Anderson-Hall is a perennial that made pivoting in the midst of the pandemic an exercise in successfully conveying the message of flowers a unique experience. When you find out how...it will make you understand the power of the flower. To find out more, click here. The American Horticultural Therapy Association has awarded a fellow GardenComm, International member, Perla Sophia Curbelo, with the B.Y. Morrison Communication award for her effective and inspirational communication style. Huge shout out to Pela. To find out more, click here brainyquote.com helped me with the quote from Luther Burbank What are you doing this weekend?? Attending The Great Grow Along. Terrific - I will see you there. No ticket - you can buy one by clicking here. Six different educational tracks to explore and enjoy. It is a weekend that is worth enjoying healthy snacks and learning a little something! You also get access to the even for six months (so you don't forget what you learned!) In the meantime...I ask that you continue to follow me... Https://www.cottageinthecourt.com...Instagram and Twitter: @cottageincourt...Facebook: CottageInTheCourt, and sometimes on Medium: Cottage In The Court If you would like to stay in the know, please subscribe to Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts or Pandora Podcasts. In the meantime...garden like you mean it! Teri, Cottage In The Court #gardencomm

Throughout the past year, we've been sharing how gardening is an ideal way to relieve stress and anxiety. Now approaching a year-long pandemic, many people have suffered greatly causing lasting stress on their bodies and minds. Getting out and gardening is certainly a way to help, but horticultural therapy takes it a step further to focus on specific needs, whether physical or emotional.For those who have experienced trauma, horticultural therapy can be used to help learn new skills or rebuild skills that were lost. It helps improve memory, cognitive skills, language and socialization skills. Used In physical rehabilitation, its been demonstrated to  help strengthen muscles and improve coordination, balance, and endurance. Horticultural therapists are professionals with specific education, training, and credentials in the use of horticultural for therapy and rehabilitation.Our guest on this episode is Perla Sofía Curbelo-Santiago of Agrochic, based in Puerto Rico. She's a professional communicator with vast experience in radio, television, and newspapers. She's also certified in Horticulture Therapy (2019) from the Chicago Botanic Garden. She does many talks and webinars on the topic, and will featured on the Gardencomm webinar series on February 2, 2021. Follow the link to register for the live event and replay.CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTPerla Sofia Curbelo - Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.CONNECT WITH USEnjoy this episode or have questions? We want to hear from you. Connect with Chris Sabbarese at Corona Tools on Twitterand our new GILN Facebook Group.This closed group is like-minded individuals who care about and discuss, gardening and plants, trees and landscaping related topics. 

I recently took Intro to Horticultural Therapy at NYBG and Anne Meore, my teacher, joins me today to discuss the biggest lessons learned in class, review some studies we learned about on the science behind the plant/people connection and to discuss the concept and use of restorative spaces. As I “bloom and grow” as a plant parent and a business I am becoming more curious about the science behind the plant/person connection. The more I learn and read about plants as restorative instruments for human body and spirit, I’m realizing plants not only make people happy, but can help us heal faster and restore our brains to their natural state. We have never needed these tools MORE, especially after this year which has kept us all inside and glued to screens. Everyone can create a restorative environment in their own home, so Anne walks us through the components of a restorative space and then we brainstorm some awesome ways to create a restorative space even in our limited indoor environments. I wanted to thank NYBG for letting me take Intro to Hort Therapy with Anne, our guest today. If you are NY based, NYBG is open and magical during the winter. Discover the peaceful winter beauty across NYBG’s 250 acre landscape, from the winding trails of their old-growth forest to their arboretum collections of historic trees and ornamental conifers and get cozy in their conservatory with every tropical plant you could imagine. It’s a really spirit lifter and restorative space for me, especially in the winter. Plus, the Holiday Train Show returns this year for Members only and is on view through January 31.   In this episode we learn: Why Anne became a Horticultural Therapist How 2020 has caused Maria and Anne to re-evaluate their priorities and plants have been instrumental Using plants to cope with the trauma of Covid Directed vs Involuntary attention Directed attention and mental fatigue What is mental fatigue and how does it negatively impact us 4 Key Components of a restorative space: Being Away, Fascination, Extent and Compatibility, and what they mean How simple views of nature can help: Views from a Window and Views to Nature: Effects on Attention Attention Restoration Theory How to create a restorative environment indoors   Mentioned in our conversation: Books Biophilia The Nature Fix Forest Bathing   Studies The Restorative Benefits of Nature: Toward an Integrative Framework, Kaplan Restorative Effects of Natural Environment Experiences: Hartig, Man, Evans A Walk in the Woods, Anna Lena Phillips View from a Window, Ulrich Healthy nature healthy people: 'contact with nature' as an upstream health promotion intervention for populations, Maller, Townsend, Pryor, Brown, Leger Views to Nature: Effects on Attention, Tennessen and Cimprich 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design   Thank you to our episode sponsor: Modern Sprout: Modern Sprout is connecting people and plants with their fabulous lines of grow lights, hydroponic planters and all sorts of plant accessories that empower people to cultivate their own indoor oasis, whether you live in a studio apartment or a sprawling farmhouse, with simple, stylish and sustainable green-thumb solutions for every home. For 15% off your order, visit modernsprout.com and use code 15bloom at checkout! quotes: 12:35 - rhythm covid can't change Follow Anne and NYBG Anne's company: Planthropy NYBG Main Website NYBG Course Website NYBG Horticultural Therapy Program   Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

Rebecca Hipple from Flourishing Minds joins us this week, and you're going to LOVE what she has to say! Rebecca shares her wisdom and passion on her journey as a horticultural therapists, and explains how plants can truly better our overall health and lives. Be sure to check out Flourishing Minds at their Instagram: @flourishingmindscompany IG & FB: @theflourishgspace EMAIL: fruitandflourishing@gmail.com or theflourishingspace@gmail.com 1-1 COACHING, WORKSHOPS, TEACHING & MORE: www.theflourishingspace.ca Welcome to the Fruit and Flourishing Podcast. Whether you’ve been a long for the entire journey or this is your first time listening, I'm so happy you're here! My name is Lisa Madison. I am the owner of The Flourishing Space. I am a life and recovery coach guiding individuals in all things confidence, careers, entrepreneurship, school, relationships, teenage-hood and so much more. I help guide men and women to set, plan and accomplish goals to lead them to a life they deserve to live with a mind body and soul that they love! I’m also a dance, yoga and fitness instructor, mental health advocate, eating disorder warrior, goal getter and lover of all things fruit. We keep it real on this podcast, and I share a lot of personal experiences, wisdom and inspiration. Grab a cocktail, maybe a piece of fruit, and let's get motivated!

In this episode, Farmer D shares tips for growing your fall/winter garden from cool-season veggies and season extension to cover crops and seed-saving.Join Our Community!Our Sponsors:Netafim - Grow higher and better yields with less water. Every season.Brilliant Marketing - A boutique marketing consulting collective helping passionate businesses create impact and achieve their dreams through mindful based marketing.Show Notes:Food HubsRow CoversCold FramesSeed SavingAdditional Resources:Citizen Farmers Resources Citizen Farmers BookCredits:Co-Produced and Recorded by Daron Joffe and Ben BernsteinAudio Editing by Stephanie LamondMusic by Ben BernsteinAbout Farmer D:Farmer D is a nationally recognized biodynamic farmer, designer, speaker, entrepreneur and educator.He is the author of the acclaimed book "Citizen Farmers: The Biodynamic Way to Grow Healthy Food, Build Thriving Communities and Give Back to the Earth" and has spent the past 25 years designing and building community farms and gardens all over the country.Farmer D has worked on a wide range of public and private farm development projects ranging from residential “agrihood” communities like Serenbe and Rancho Mission Viejo to non-profit projects such as Coastal Roots Farm and Camp Twin Lakes.Support the show (https://www.citizenfarmers.com/podcast/#podcast-subscribe)

In this episode, Farmer D discusses how to cultivate your entrepreneurial spirit to support your gardening passion.Join Our Community!Our Sponsors:Netafim - Grow higher and better yields with less water. Every season.Brilliant Marketing - A boutique marketing consulting collective helping passionate businesses create impact and achieve their dreams through mindful based marketing.Show Notes:California SB-1383 Short-lived climate pollutants: methane emissions: dairy and livestock: organic waste: landfillsKiss The Ground Movie Edible LandscapingHorticultural Therapy - Merritt College Landscape Horticulture Certificate & Degree OptionsNon Profit FarmingAdditional Resources:Citizen Farmers Resources Citizen Farmers BookCredits:Co-Produced and Recorded by Daron Joffe and Ben BernsteinAudio Editing by Stephanie LamondMusic by Ben BernsteinAbout Farmer D:Farmer D is a nationally recognized biodynamic farmer, designer, speaker, entrepreneur and educator.He is the author of the acclaimed book "Citizen Farmers: The Biodynamic Way to Grow Healthy Food, Build Thriving Communities and Give Back to the Earth" and has spent the past 25 years designing and building community farms and gardens all over the country.Farmer D has worked on a wide range of public and private farm development projects ranging from residential “agrihood” communities like Serenbe and Rancho Mission Viejo to non-profit projects such as Coastal Roots Farm and Camp Twin Lakes.Support the show (https://www.citizenfarmers.com/podcast/#podcast-subscribe)

In episode number 008 of Master My Garden podcast we talk Horticultural Therapy and the health benefits of gardening with Rachel Freeman. Rachel Freeman is a Lecturer in Horticulture at TU Dublin and is based on the Blanchardstown campus, Dublin 15. Rachel attended College of Amenity Horticulture Glasnevin, Dublin, completing a BSc Horticulture at Writtle College in the UK. In recent years she studied an MSc in Social and Therapeutic Horticulture at the University of Coventry UK.Spending much of her early career working in training and vocational education with the Irish Probation and Welfare Service in a centre for marginalised youth in Dun Laoghaire, Rachel taught horticulture. It was there she became interested in therapeutic horticulture, in particular its benefits to challenging and marginalised young people.Rachel comes from a rural farming and business family in Kilkelly Co. Mayo who have a background in a wide variety of successful entrepreneurial business ventures, where she still maintains an interest. Family on both sides, the Costello’s and the Freeman’s were great gardeners. Nature and the environment are her passion, and she loves to share her skills with local interest groups in Dublin 15 and further afield. This was a great episode outlining the health benefits of gardening and horticultural therapy. We also talk about Rachels garden and her 3 favourite plants. Rachel can be contacted on rachel.freeeman@tudublin.ieIf there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes please let me know, you can find me on facebook John Jones (Master My Garden), Instagram @Mastermygarden or send email info@mastermygarden.com If you would prefer to read a blog of this episode you will find this on the website also www.mastermygarden.com Until the next time Happy GardeningJohn

As we start to wind down our series on Healing Gardens and Therapeutic Landscape design, we’re joined by Matthew J. Wichrowski, MSW HTR, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine and Senior Horticultural Therapist at Rusk Rehabilitation at NYU Langone Health. A longtime educator and practitioner in the field of horticultural therapy. From acute care bedsides to locked ward psychiatric care, plants make everything better. Join us. Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher. To read more and for many more photos please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

Even as a girl growing up in Puerto Rico, Perla Sofía Curbelo recognized that the simple act of picking flowers for her mother to put out in their homemade everything more pleasant. This week, we continue our exploration of the healing and therapeutic effects of gardens, plants, and nature. We’re joined in this third conversation by Perla who recently received her Horticultural Therapy Certificate from the Chicago Botanic Garden and puts it to ever greater use in her homeland of Puerto Rico. Join us! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher. To read more and for many more photos please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

In our second episode in a series around the healing power of plants and gardens in our world, we get an overview of the professional field of Horticultural Therapy and Healing Garden Design on an institutional basis with one of the field’s leading spokeswomen and researchers, Dr. Naomi Sachs, join us! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher. To read more and for many more photos please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

This week we kick off a series on the Healing Power of Gardens, in the series we’ll visit with Dr. Naomi Sachs, of the Therapeutic Landscapes Network, with Perla Curbelo, a recent graduate of the Horticultural Therapy certification program at the Chicago Botanic Garden, with Iain Houghton, at the Chelsea Physic Garden, one of the oldest extant botanical and medicinal plant gardens in the UK (and world), and with Matt Wichrowski, a horticultural therapy clinician and educator in New York City. This week, we start off right where we are - in our own gardens, speaking with P. Annie Kirk about Sanctuary and Healing - beginning with ourselves. The whole world is in need of sanctuary and healing - in varying degrees of urgency and from varying kinds of wounds. Annie Kirk of Red Bird Restorative Gardens starts us off with a conversation about the transformative power of the garden, plants, and nature to offer us healing and health - starting in our own gardens, hearts, and minds. Join us! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you so much for listening over the years and we hope you'll support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow even more of these types of conversations. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, Google Play and Stitcher. To read more and for many more photos please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

Happy News Years! Today I’m reviewing the lessons I’ve learned in all of the incredible conversations I’ve had over the 49 episodes of Bloom and Grow Radio. Man, I have learned so much! In the episode we discuss what I’ve learned about: Drainage Episode 08: Dirty Talk with Darryl from Houseplant Journal  Succulents Episode 3: How to Not Kill You're your Succulents  Episode 35: How to Grow Desert Plants and Succulents Indoors Artificial and Natural Light  Episode 12: Everything You Need to Know About Indoor Grow lights   Episode 45, 46: Understanding Natural Light Specific Plant Care Episode 33: Monstera 101 Episode 25: Fiddle Leaf Fig 101  Episode 14: Pilea Peperomiodes 101  Episode 29: Indoor Citrus 101  Episode 32: Airplants 101  Episode 44 and 45: Aroids 101 (2 parts) Episode 44 Part 1  Episode 45 Part 2 DIY (which are fun and not hard and scary!) Episode 16: Mounting Epiphytes Episode 19: Terrarium 101 Episode 22: Windowsill Herb Gardening  Episode 42: How to Make a Moss Pole  Episode 36: Growing a Large Urban Jungle in a Small Space  Heart warming and informative episodes that aren’t directly about plant care, but teach important lessons and information Episode 27: Plants in the Classroom  Episode 37: Horticultural Therapy  Episode 43: Your Brain on Plants Plant Side Chats: Life Lessons Learned in the Garden Episode 10: Bloom and Grow at Your Own Rate  Episode 21: The Changing of the Seasons Episode 28: The Tale of the Tomato Episode 40: Pruning (in life, and with plants) Episode 48: You’re Doing Great Join the Bloom and Grow Garden Club www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club   Interested in what grow lights and planty products I use? Check out my resources page: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/resources

I have been so moved by many of you who have reached out to me sharing how caring for your plants has helped you walk through or live with a variety of tough things, whether its loss of a loved one, post partum depression, PTSD or other issues. As someone who has dealt with depression, I just want to say that I’m here with you and your messages resonate so much with me. It’s made me think a lot about Horticultural Therapy, the practice of it, what it actually is and the people that use it today. I’m so thankful to have had not one but TWO wonderful guests for this episode to shine a light on Horticultural Therapy and the practices that help heal through plants. Barb Kreski is the Director of the Horticultural Therapy Department at the Chicago Botanic Garden and she joins us to discuss the ins and outs of what Horticultural Therapy actually is, how to get certified in it and how it is practiced at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The Chicago Botanic Garden has the oldest Horticultural Therapy program in the country and was founded by Barb’s mentor, Gene Rothert, who was a pioneer of the Horticultural Therapy practice. Eve Minson is the Healing Gardens Coordinator at The Center for Discovery. The Center for Discovery is a major research and specialty center that offers residential, medical, clinical and special education programs. I personally know about the amazing work they do at Center for Discovery because my best friends sister was born with Cerebral Palsy and has been a full time resident at the facility for most of her life. The work they do at the Center is truly remarkable. They take horticultural therapy to the next level, with their “Food as Medicine” belief and their healing gardens that are an integral part of their guests treatment. Eve joins us to talk about how they use plants to heal at the Center.   In the episode we learn: - How Barb found Horticultural Therapy - What Horticultural Therapy actually is - The three theories of Horticultural Therapy - How the stress reduction studies are actually measured - How horticultural therapy is used and who can benefit from it - What a horticultural therapy session at the Chicago Botanic Garden could look like - The various HT programs at the Chicago Botanic Garden on and off site - About The Center for Discovery and how they use plants to heal For more info about The Chicago Botanic Garden Horticultural Therapy Program visit https://www.chicagobotanic.org/therapy For more info about The Center for Discovery visit https://thecenterfordiscovery.org/ Listen to the Pause with Plants Podcast  for short, guided, plant based meditations. Thank you to Gardenuity for sponsoring this episode! Gardenuity creates custom garden kits for you and your particular environment.They pair you with herbs and vegetables you can grow successfully in your zip code through their matching system and sets you up for success with their Gro Pro Service that gives you growing tips and advice to ensure you have a fantastic harvest. To see what seasonal herbs and vegetables you can grow right now, visit www.gardenuity.com and enter your zip code! Bloom and Grow Radio listeners can use code "BLOOM" at checkout to redeem a free gourmet Garden Inspired Salt to pair with your grow kit!

Cath Manuel is a Horticulturist, Consultant and Educator specialising in Organic Gardening and Horticultural Therapy. Cath is the Founder and Director of Soil to Supper which provides services and programs nationally and internationally through the Soil to Supper Membership Community and Education Program. She is also the host of The Wellbeing Garden Podcast Program. Cath has many years’ experience in the horticulture industry and has a great passion for sharing her knowledge to inspire people of all ages and abilities to enjoy gardening activities and grow fresh food. She shares her knowledge through programs, consultations, events, radio, television and various media publications. Cath holds a Diploma in Horticulture, Certificate in Permaculture Design and Horticultural Therapy. Find out more at; www.soiltosupper.com www.facebook.com/soiltosupper www.instagram.com/soiltosupper www.twitter.com/soiltosupper & Soil to Supper Club www.facebook.com/groups/soiltosupperclub Visit us at Noosacare for more information about dementia.   Subscribe and rate and review on Apple Podcast (Itunes)

Wilderness Therapy Hawaiian-Style Show Guests: Dr. John Souza & Mike Sullivan Pacific Quest's unique wilderness therapy approach to change incorporates the best of wilderness therapy with the structure and clinical resources found in quality intermediate and residential care settings. Dr. John Souza, Therapist and Mike Sullivan, Family Services Director, share how students engage in life-changing experiences through the integration of a neuropsychological clinical model, which integrates many of Pacific Quest's guiding principles, including: Horticultural Therapy, Whole-Person wellness, and a dynamic Rites of Passage curriculum. Pacific Quest's Sustainable Growth model teaches valuable life skills by fostering an environment that promotes self-care, personal awareness and stewardship of one's community.

Wilderness Therapy Hawaiian-Style Show Guests: Dr. John Souza & Mike Sullivan Pacific Quest's unique wilderness therapy approach to change incorporates the best of wilderness therapy with the structure and clinical resources found in quality intermediate and residential care settings. Dr. John Souza, Therapist and Mike Sullivan, Family Services Director, share how students engage in life-changing experiences through the integration of a neuropsychological clinical model, which integrates many of Pacific Quest's guiding principles, including: Horticultural Therapy, Whole-Person wellness, and a dynamic Rites of Passage curriculum. Pacific Quest's Sustainable Growth model teaches valuable life skills by fostering an environment that promotes self-care, personal awareness and stewardship of one's community.

In this episode, we talk with Megan Sperry about the Horticultural Therapy program at our Ozanam campus. Students in our horticultural therapy program learn all about gardening in our full greenhouse, which also serves as an outdoor classroom and a work site for our vocational program. With guidance from Megan Sperry, our horticultural therapist, our youth begin to heal and let go of the past. They practice nurturing and watch small seeds grow into beautiful flowers - a process that mirrors their own growth.

Liberty Farms will train veterans and their families and provide all the equipment and support they need to become farmers in a small space (750-5500 sq ft), even in an urban environment, to help them heal and to provide a good, solid income for themselves and their families and we will do this free of charge to the veterans we help. The concept is called Horticultural therapy (HT).

Horticultural therapy is the use of plants and gardening to help treat a variety of mental illnesses, traumatic brain injuries and memory impairments.

Horticultural therapy is the use of plants and gardening to help treat a variety of mental illnesses, traumatic brain injuries and memory impairments.

"Pacific Quest - Horticulture Therapy, Cultivating Change!" Show Guest: Dr. Lorraine Freedle The therapeutic response to nature is a result of thousands of years of human evolution. Prior to the institutionalization of mental health services, issues such as depression, anxiety and trauma were ameliorated through simple tasks of daily living. Back to the earth "Horticultural Therapy" at Pacific Quest takes the approach of placing students in caregiving roles, and the results gained in an experiential environment that is both growth-focused and life-affirming. The gardens offer a living example of what growth looks like, creating a culture where words and actions are matched, leaving students with empowering life skills that are transferable beyond the garden.

"Pacific Quest - Horticulture Therapy, Cultivating Change!" Show Guest: Dr. Lorraine Freedle The therapeutic response to nature is a result of thousands of years of human evolution. Prior to the institutionalization of mental health services, issues such as depression, anxiety and trauma were ameliorated through simple tasks of daily living. Back to the earth "Horticultural Therapy" at Pacific Quest takes the approach of placing students in caregiving roles, and the results gained in an experiential environment that is both growth-focused and life-affirming. The gardens offer a living example of what growth looks like, creating a culture where words and actions are matched, leaving students with empowering life skills that are transferable beyond the garden.

Laura DePrado has achieved numerous awards locally and nationally for her work in horticultural therapy. What is that you ask? Listen in as DePrado defines what horticultural therapy is, what it's benefits are, where it is practiced, how it differs from "garden therapy," the types of training needed to become a Horticultural Therapist and legislation to promote awareness and benefits of horticultural therapy. DePrado is a horticultural Specialist and Horticultural Therapy Practitioner and founder, owner of Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC, Branchburg in Somerset County, N.J., specializing in connecting people and plants through customized activities and programs from children through seniors throughout New Jersey. She is a featured Horticultural Therapy columnist for Gannett Publishing, mycentraljersey.com, Courier News, Home News Tribune and Asbury Park Press, and writer for state and local magazines. Laura has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism, and Horticultural Therapy Certificate from Rutgers University. She is the 2013 recipient of the American Horticultural Therapy Association, 2013 Alice Burlingame Humanitarian Award for work which achieved national recognition as the cover feature for Turf Magazine in May 2013, and in the November edition of Edible Jersey Magazine, "Swords to Plowshares". Edible Jersey Magazine describes DePrado "as a pioneer in the "burgeoning movement" of Horticultural Therapy. Her efforts of impact in connecting people and plants have resulted in the 2013 and 2014 Horticultural Therapy Resolutions passed by the New Jersey agricultural delegates from all 21 counties at the 98th and 99th Agricultural Convention in Atlantic City. For more information, visit www.finaltouchplantscaping.com.

Laura DePrado has achieved numerous awards locally and nationally for her work in horticultural therapy. What is that you ask?Listen in as DePrado defines what horticultural therapy is, what it's benefits are, where it is practiced, how it differs from "garden therapy," the types of training needed to become a Horticultural Therapist and legislation to promote awareness and benefits of horticultural therapy.DePrado is a horticultural Specialist and Horticultural Therapy Practitioner and founder, owner of Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC, Branchburg in Somerset County, N.J., specializing in connecting people and plants through customized activities and programs from children through seniors throughout New Jersey. She is a featured Horticultural Therapy columnist for Gannett Publishing, mycentraljersey.com, Courier News, Home News Tribune and Asbury Park Press, and writer for state and local magazines. Laura has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism, and Horticultural Therapy Certificate from Rutgers University.She is the 2013 recipient of the American Horticultural Therapy Association, 2013 Alice Burlingame Humanitarian Award for work which achieved national recognition as the cover feature for Turf Magazine in May 2013, and in the November edition of Edible Jersey Magazine, "Swords to Plowshares". Edible Jersey Magazine describes DePrado "as a pioneer in the "burgeoning movement" of Horticultural Therapy. Her efforts of impact in connecting people and plants have resulted in the 2013 and 2014 Horticultural Therapy Resolutions passed by the New Jersey agricultural delegates from all 21 counties at the 98th and 99th Agricultural Convention in Atlantic City. For more information, visit www.finaltouchplantscaping.com.

Laura DePrado has achieved numerous awards locally and nationally for her work in horticultural therapy. What is that you ask?Listen in as DePrado defines what horticultural therapy is, what it's benefits are, where it is practiced, how it differs from "garden therapy," the types of training needed to become a Horticultural Therapist and legislation to promote awareness and benefits of horticultural therapy.DePrado is a horticultural Specialist and Horticultural Therapy Practitioner and founder, owner of Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC, Branchburg in Somerset County, N.J., specializing in connecting people and plants through customized activities and programs from children through seniors throughout New Jersey. She is a featured Horticultural Therapy columnist for Gannett Publishing, mycentraljersey.com, Courier News, Home News Tribune and Asbury Park Press, and writer for state and local magazines. Laura has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism, and Horticultural Therapy Certificate from Rutgers University.She is the 2013 recipient of the American Horticultural Therapy Association, 2013 Alice Burlingame Humanitarian Award for work which achieved national recognition as the cover feature for Turf Magazine in May 2013, and in the November edition of Edible Jersey Magazine, "Swords to Plowshares". Edible Jersey Magazine describes DePrado "as a pioneer in the "burgeoning movement" of Horticultural Therapy. Her efforts of impact in connecting people and plants have resulted in the 2013 and 2014 Horticultural Therapy Resolutions passed by the New Jersey agricultural delegates from all 21 counties at the 98th and 99th Agricultural Convention in Atlantic City. For more information, visit www.finaltouchplantscaping.com.

Laura DePrado has achieved numerous awards locally and nationally for her work in horticultural therapy. What is that you ask? Listen in as DePrado defines what horticultural therapy is, what it's benefits are, where it is practiced, how it differs from "garden therapy," the types of training needed to become a Horticultural Therapist and legislation to promote awareness and benefits of horticultural therapy. DePrado is a horticultural Specialist and Horticultural Therapy Practitioner and founder, owner of Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC, Branchburg in Somerset County, N.J., specializing in connecting people and plants through customized activities and programs from children through seniors throughout New Jersey. She is a featured Horticultural Therapy columnist for Gannett Publishing, mycentraljersey.com, Courier News, Home News Tribune and Asbury Park Press, and writer for state and local magazines. Laura has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism, and Horticultural Therapy Certificate from Rutgers University. She is the 2013 recipient of the American Horticultural Therapy Association, 2013 Alice Burlingame Humanitarian Award for work which achieved national recognition as the cover feature for Turf Magazine in May 2013, and in the November edition of Edible Jersey Magazine, "Swords to Plowshares". Edible Jersey Magazine describes DePrado "as a pioneer in the "burgeoning movement" of Horticultural Therapy. Her efforts of impact in connecting people and plants have resulted in the 2013 and 2014 Horticultural Therapy Resolutions passed by the New Jersey agricultural delegates from all 21 counties at the 98th and 99th Agricultural Convention in Atlantic City. For more information, visit www.finaltouchplantscaping.com.

1st Guest Marc Wortmann is the Executive Director of Alzheimer's Disease International, known as ADI.  We had some technical difficulties with the first half of the show so we are rescheduling the  program.  We have rescheduled for Jan 24th.  Please feel free to slide the arrow to mid point for the 2nd hald of the show with Author,Janice Doherty ADI's Next Conference will be: 27th International Conference of Alzheimer's Disease International, March 7th-10th, 2012, London, UK. The theme is: Science, Fact, Fiction Conference website: http://www.adi2012.org Early registration deadline: 13 January 2012. 2nd Guest Janice Doherty is an Author and speaker on the subject of Horticultural Therapy and its benefits.She focuses on the geriatric population and her experiences while providing therapy for 9 + years. You can check out her book at http:// www.Amazon.com/Calendar-Year-Horticultural-Therapy/dp/0981977510Support this Show: https://alzheimersspeaks.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.