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Spring is in the air, and we're taking a quick break from Imagineering projects! While the Idiots are on Spring Break, we're still bringing the magic with 3 special Micro Magic episodes. This week, Marissa dives into one of EPCOT's most stunning seasonal traditions—the International Flower & Garden Festival! From towering topiaries to nearly 30 million blooms, discover how Disney brings this floral wonderland to life each year.Imagineering projects will return on April 21st, but until then, enjoy these bite-sized episodes of Micro Magic!Send us a textSupport the showDon't forget to check us out on Instagram and our website!

On Sunday 30 March, the Gardening Show broadcasted live from the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show!Tune in 7:30 - 9:15am Sundays on 855 on the AM dial, 3CR Digital or stream at 3cr.org.au

In this episode, special guests Colin Ayres and Dwayne Burgess share information about this year's OzCon International, a convention being held this summer in Burbank which will focus on Walt Disney's connection to The Wizard of Oz series of books and celebrate the 40th anniversary of Disney's Return to Oz. Then, Michael and Tom take a look at the history of the popular Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival.Links:Michael's Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterDreams Unlimited TravelOzCon InternationalSources:Books:Secret Stories of Walt Disney World by Jim KorkisWebsites/Articles:Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, WikipediaThe First EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival by Morgan Flaherty for WDW MagazineTopiary, The Disney WikiWDW Chronicles: The History of Disney Topiary by Jim Korkis for AllEars.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode #383 Disney's Moana 2 spoiler alert! Dave reviews Moana 2, which was just released on Disney+ Snow White comes out this weekend, and Oswald the lucky rabbit is getting a TV series directed by Jon Favreau. The good, the bad, and the ugly of Facebook never disappoints! BING! I know this sounds crazy, but we go off the rails several times during the recording. Michael's Minute is back, and he had a lot to talk about this week, so we had to call Dad. Toni-Ann shares her wish list for Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival, and Dave and Toni-Ann are returning to the Disney parks this weekend, so we share an update on that.  www.thedisneycrush.com thedisneycrush@gmail.com www.patreon.com/thedisneycrush  

Epcot 2025 International Flower and Garden Festival     Let us go on an adventure and explore the 2025 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival. The Disney Night Live crew covers all the activities, food, drinks, music, and merch the 2025 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival has to offer (Ep. 103/S4 from 03/08/2025). Do you plan on visiting the 2025 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival? Have you been to a Flower and Garden Festival before?       As always, DMagicWorld.Com is our favorite 24/7 Disney music streaming station. Looking to book a trip to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney's Aulani, Disney Cruise or Adventures by Disney? I am a Travel Specialist specializing in Disney destinations and can help you plan the perfect Disney visit. DavidPicciano@TravelMation.Net Now That's Disney on FB. A fun and family friendly Disney loving group. And be sure to check out our YouTube channel, Now That's Disney. Now That's Disney's, Disney Night Live can be seen live every Saturday @ 8pm EST in Now That's Disney on FB and YouTube. Disney Night Live Podcast and Now That's Disney is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy Be sure to like, subscribe, download, and comment on all our social media platforms. We appreciate the engagement. Now That's Disney's, Disney Night Live is a live stream and is better consumed as a visual. We take the audio from the live stream and put it out as a podcast. #wdw #waltdisneyworld #disneyland #orlando #florida #california #themeparks #visit #travel #vacation #nowthatsdisney #disneynightlive #magickingdom #epcot #animalkingdom #hollywoodstudios #pixarpier #eat #drink #resorts #mickeymouse #livestream #merchandise #attractions                                         Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/308244676281060 Instagram @nowthatsdisney_dp YouTube (Smash That Bell

On this episode, we break down everything you need to know about the 2025 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival – from the best food & drinks to must-see topiaries and live entertainment!

Tim Entwisle, former director of Royal Botanic Gardens takes Jonathan for an annual tour of the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, this year with an emphasis on native plants, diversity and sustainability.

Special thanks to our patrons Jen Harvey, Duane and Teresa Daiker, Landon Knoke, Jonathan Edewaard, Jordan Buster, Greg Harvey, and Joshua Gonzalez! Join our Patreon at ⁠https://www.patreon.com/themeparkworkshop⁠ for bonus episodes and more! In today's episode of Theme Park Workshop, Adam, Bella, and Kelley welcome in spring by talking about more current festivals happening at our favorite Central Florida theme parks! After a brief recap of EPCOT Festival of the Arts earlier this year, the Pod Squad talks about their favorite dishes so far at EPCOT's International Flower and Garden Festival and the many wonderful activities you can partake in before taking in the Flavors of CARNAVAL at Universal Mardi Gras! PLUS: Kelley tells us about her experience riding the Mardi Gras parade float! CREATOR SPOTLIGHT: Haunt Girls https://linktr.ee/hauntgirls SHOW NOTES EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival - https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/events-tours/epcot/epcot-international-flower-and-garden-festival/ Universal Orlando Mardi Gras: Flavors of Carnaval - https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/events/mardi-gras Busch Gardens Food and Wine Festival - https://buschgardens.com/tampa/events/food-and-wine-festival/ SOCIAL MEDIA Check out our Festival coverage on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/themeparkworkshop/ Check out Bella's photography on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/flynnridersnose/ Tweet at us on Twitter! https://www.twitter.com/workshoptp/ CREDITS Theme Music: A Long Cold - Riot https://youtu.be/Faw8iOc3tlY Additional audio by SoundsCrate.com Additional Music by the YouTube Audio Library All content © Theme Park Workshop 2024. All rights reserved.

Lauren Hersey & Jim Hill start off this edition of “I Want That Too!” by talking about 90s Con. They then take a look at the merch that was offered at this year's International Flower & Garden Festival at Epcot Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Which national tragedy tripped the original theatrical release of Disney's “Sword in the Stone” Who was originally supposed to be Mickey Mouse's neighbor in the original version of Toontown at Disneyland Park in Anaheim What was some of the corporations who originally signed on to be Walt Disney World sponsors How did Chuuby the bird in “Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway” get his name Which sequence from a Disney animated feature from the 1960s do John Lasseter, Glen Keane & Andreas Deja cite as a reason that they pursued careers in animation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time for us to visit Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival for the first time in 2024 and Ryan is ready dish out everything he tried during his family's most recent trip to Walt Disney World.Visit the Website for The Shop & The Blog: OffTheMonorails.com[Follow Us]Instagram https://bit.ly/3JSLMMrYouTube https://bit.ly/3q3mF1NTwitter https://bit.ly/3G7gOxQTikTok https://bit.ly/3n4WJRp[Support]Patreon - Become a Member today! - https://bit.ly/3owsiXZ[Affiliates]1901 Candle Company - Use code OFFTHERAILS15 at checkout to save 15% on your purchase: https://bit.ly/1901CandleCoExpedition Roasters - Use code OFFTHEMONORAILS at checkout to save 10% on your purchase : https://bit.ly/3GDpeiUDVC Rental Store - Save up to 65% on Disney Deluxe Resort stays: https://bit.ly/3IgpZztDVC Resale Market - Buy & Sell Disney Vacation Club contracts and save: https://bit.ly/3HSL3L9Unlocked Magic - Join the ultimate Disney community and get exclusive access to trip planning tools and discounts - https://bit.ly/UnlockedMagic*When using any of our affiliate links, we may receive compensation from the companies or brands for promoting their products. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this month's Dockside Chat, we talk about our outstanding experience at the House of Mouse Expo! We also recap attending a concert at Universal Mardi Gras, as well as an evening at Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival 2024. 

Nadia Cole from Platylobium Landscape Designs shares what it's like prepping for her second Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, following a Silver Gilt Award win in 2023, and talks about her passion for creating native-focused, sustainable landscapes.See all the details for Platylobium's entry at the 2024 Melbourne Flower & Garden show on their Instagram page: @platylobium.Find out more about what we do at Aintree Group on our website: aintreegroup.com.au, or follow us on social media @aintreegroup to stay connected.

Len Testa & Jim Hill are joined by Christina Harrison, who talks up the very best eats to be found at the 2024 edition of Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival. Len & Jim then take a closer look at Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea On this episode, listeners will learn about: Which attraction in Dreamworks Land will key off of “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Why are stores at the Disney theme parks still stocking “Monsters University” merch, more than a decade after this Pixar film was first released to theaters Which hit Fox TV series from the 1990s is The Walt Disney Company reportedly considering reviving When do young girls supposedly age out of being fans of the Disney Princess franchise How soon after the first “Frozen” film first opened in theaters did the Oriental Land Company announce that it would be adding a land keying off of that Academy Award-winning animated feature to Tokyo DisneySea Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Len Testa & Jim Hill are joined by Christina Harrison, who talks up the very best eats to be found at the 2024 edition of Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival. Len & Jim then take a closer look at Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea On this episode, listeners will learn about: Which attraction in Dreamworks Land will key off of “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” Why are stores at the Disney theme parks still stocking “Monsters University” merch, more than a decade after this Pixar film was first released to theaters Which hit Fox TV series from the 1990s is The Walt Disney Company reportedly considering reviving When do young girls supposedly age out of being fans of the Disney Princess franchise How soon after the first “Frozen” film first opened in theaters did the Oriental Land Company announce that it would be adding a land keying off of that Academy Award-winning animated feature to Tokyo DisneySea Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this weeks episode John is joined by award winning garden designer Peter Donegan to hear the story of Peter's Gold medal at last years Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show.  We also chat about Peter's exciting entry into Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show with his garden titled " A Moment In Time". Join the conversation with the incredible Peter Donegan, acclaimed Irish garden designer, as he makes his third appearance with us to share the triumphs and trials of his journey at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show. Peter's narratives are steeped in passion and the profound connection between memory and landscape, from the Irish love story that inspired his award-winning creation to his upcoming garden, "A Moment in Time." Our discussion wanders through the poignant remembrance of fallen soldiers and the emotional labour of capturing history's silent whispers in garden design, as Peter partners with the Defence Force Welfare Association to create spaces of reflection and hope.As the sun sets on one garden, it rises on another, and Peter's tales demonstrate the intricate dance of light and shadow in bringing a garden to life. The allure of his designs doesn't go unnoticed, captivating audiences and media alike, as we recount a particularly heartwarming encounter that transcends time. The narrative of the upcoming garden unfolds, hinting at the rich tapestry of human experiences it aims to encompass, illustrating the power of gardens to evoke a symphony of emotions and memories within us all.Beyond the world of show gardens, Peter's involvement in various projects and lectures spotlights his dedication to cultivating beauty and meaning in every space. Peter's work is a testament to the profound impact that thoughtfully designed gardens can have. For listeners inspired to weave their own stories into their gardens, Peter extends an open invitation to connect and bring to life their vision under his expert guidance.You can find Peter through his website where you can connect by social, email or phone: https://doneganlandscaping.comFind more detail on The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show & Peter's garden here: https://melbflowershow.com.au/peter-donegan-pocket-profile-2/If there is any topic you would like covered in future episodes, please let me know. Email:  info@mastermygarden.com   Check out Master My Garden on the following channels   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mastermygarden/  Instagram @Mastermygarden https://www.instagram.com/mastermygarden/   Until next week  Happy gardening  John Support the show

Greetings Happy Platers!On today's show, join us for a live recording of all the food we tried at the International Flower and Garden Festival.  Filled with all the background sounds and music, it is just like you were there with us. Special thanks to Happy Plater, Brandi K. who joined us at the table and trash cans! Now Taking Reservations for the Chef's Table on our private Facebook Page called "The Happy Platers* make sure you head over to the new Facebook group and join us at the table where we can discuss in-depth our Disney Dining tales.  We are very excited to have the opportunity to interact more with our Happy Platers and hear your thoughts on all things Disney Food.  Click here to join: HAPPY PLATERSPlease visit our webpage: www.happiestplate.comInstagram: @happiestplateonearthFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/happyplatersTwitter: @HappyPlateEarthEmail: dining@happiestplate.com

Welcome to another episode of Market House! This week we cover the latest Disney news, including new Star Wars Nite details and the International Flower & Garden Festival Foodie Guide. For our main segment, we share our top five ways to relax at the Disneyland Resort! Do you have a favorite place in the park to catch a quick nap? Share them with us over on Instagram! We have a Patreon! Support the show and receive exclusive content, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Follow us on Instagram @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MarketHousePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!  Make sure to leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify! It's a great way to support the show. Use code MarketHouse10 to save $10 on your next Southern California vacation package with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Away Today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! 

We're joined this week by Cory and Lawrence from the DizPod - Living in Diz to talk about Disney's International Flower and Garden Festival in Epcot.  Before we get started we hear about what its like to be live streaming on YouTube two to three times a week from the Disney Parks with your family.  Cory is out in the parks with his family and has some great experiences from that.We then dive into Flower and Garden Festival.  After Bryan gives his top five items Lawrence lets us know how he uses the Scavenger Hunts with his kids, which leads into a conversation about the Orange Bird?  Yes, in relation to Figment - one of Epcot's iconic characters - we discuss the significance of the Orange Bird and his origins. Mykhailo will then give us his top five, focusing on the Garden Rocks Series, he's excited to see Simple Plan perform! Cory finishes up the conversation with his five items.  There is a lot to cover with this festival!We then dive into the recent news around Universal Studios' Epic Universe.  Will this push Disney to create a fifth park? Does this mean that Beyond Big Thunder Mountain is going to be a reality in the Magic Kingdom?  What about Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios?  We discuss what this news does to the park industry in Orlando and what we would like to see! Make sure you hit that subscribe button so you know when there are new episodes.Do you want to share your experiences? Be sure to leave us a voice mail on our website and we'll play it on our show! Let's talk on our social media pages or send us an email! Join our Facebook Community group FacebookInstagramWebsiteWe appreciate you joining us this week and every week and would love to hear from you! Finally, please leave us a review and rate us on Apple Podcasts and Podchaser so that others can find us!It's time to press play – Let's talk about it!

The Live Podcast Show Hosted by Scott and Greg House of Mouse Expo News from The Main Street Mouse and The Funatics Blog: Enjoy exclusive updates and insights from two of the most reputable Disney-focused sources. Scott and Greg bring you the best of these worlds right to your ears. Laugh Along with these two!    Join us this week for our Ultimate Royal Rumble. We chose 30 wrestlers from our all-time top 30 that we would pay money to see go over the top rope. WTF Disney is up with the Garden Rocks Concert Series at Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival 2024. Michele joins us to play Ride, Repeat, and Retire with Disney World Rides. Ride it once, Repeatedly ride it, or retire it. Plus all your latest Disney News.

Len Testa & Jim Hill welcome Disney historian Dave Bossert to the show. They then discuss what made this Tomorrowland walk-thru exhibit so memorable to park guests Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Which sitcom star voiced Nine Eyes in the American version of “The Timekeeper” In what far-flung corner of the globe did Dave Bossert recently encounter a cocoanut chair What's different about the 2024 edition of Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival ending on May 27th When is it expected that Disneyland's Haunted Mansion will re-open to the public later this year Which Disney Legend was effectively the person in charge of the House of the Future / oversaw its three updates Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Len Testa & Jim Hill welcome Disney historian Dave Bossert to the show. They then discuss what made this Tomorrowland walk-thru exhibit so memorable to park guests Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about: Which sitcom star voiced Nine Eyes in the American version of “The Timekeeper” In what far-flung corner of the globe did Dave Bossert recently encounter a cocoanut chair What's different about the 2024 edition of Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival ending on May 27th When is it expected that Disneyland's Haunted Mansion will re-open to the public later this year Which Disney Legend was effectively the person in charge of the House of the Future / oversaw its three updates Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cheryl & Tony review their recent WDW trip. They ride TRON & Guardians for the first time, did a Disney After Hours event at Hollywood Studios, rode the WDW railroad and enjoyed Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival.

It's not easy being green! In this episode, we talk about all of the amazing topiaries to see at EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival. Will you agree with our favorites? Take time to stop and smell the flowers to find out!

Join Tim Entwisle and Jonathan Green as they brave the Melbourne rain and take a stroll around the Royal Exhibition Buildings visiting the wonderful and intricate display gardens. Admire artistic masterpieces and get inspired on how you can spruce up your indoor and outdoor gardens at home.  

Nat keeps us updated on her driver's license renewal journey; Dr. Jen explains how caffeine actually works; Former Breakfaster Marieke Hardy is hosting another event with eulogies for the living and dead; Justin ‘Digga' Calverley is getting excited for the International Flower & Garden Show and Kabloom Festival; Senior Curator at the NGV, Ewan McEoin, chats about Melbourne Now and its various projects; the team gets ready for soup season; and British comedian Seann Walsh talks about his upcoming show at Melbourne International Comedy Festival. With presenters Simon Winkler, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival can feel like a sophisticated event with topiaries, floral designs, and exquisitely designed food, but there are so many FUN and educational activities for kids (and kids at heart) to do as well! In this episode of Mom Street, we go LIVE on location at Epcot for this visually stunning festival, highlighting the best of the fest for families, including crafts, butterfly gardens, photo ops, must-eat food, and more! If you're feeling overwhelmed planning a family trip to the Flower & Garden Festival, we've got you covered! Headed to the festival? Don't forget to grab your Walrus Carp FREE festival food guide before you go! Watch Mom Street USA LIVE on TikTok every Thursday at 6pm Pacific/9pm Eastern! You can view the live show via either host's TikTok channels: @momstreetusa @disneycicerone (Kate) Pick up your very own Mom Street USA shirt HERE! You can also find all our recommended Disney Mom park must-haves in our storefront ideas lists: Jacque's Amazon Storefront Kate's Amazon Storefront Have a question or have a future show topic recommendation? Chat with us on Discord or email us @ momstreetusa@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow Mom Street USA for more Disney tips, encouragement, & fun! Instagram  TikTok  YouTube Twitter

EPCOT's International Flower and Garden Festival was underway when Jason went to Disney World last weekend. It's gorgeous! "Star Wars" movies are being shelved for now. We speculate why. Could March 10th in Boca Raton, Florida become Sugar Daddy-Mommy Day? A resident made a case for it at a city council meeting. Will Nick Cannon host a Baby Mama game show? LOL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EPCOT's International Flower and Garden Festival was underway when Jason went to Disney World last weekend. It's gorgeous! "Star Wars" movies are being shelved for now. We speculate why. Could March 10th in Boca Raton, Florida become Sugar Daddy-Mommy Day? A resident made a case for it at a city council meeting. Will Nick Cannon host a Baby Mama game show? LOL! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two of our MousekeMoms spent a lovely day at EPCOT last week with the opening of Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival, so we thought we'd highlight some of our favorites from the festival. This festival started March 1st and is here to stay for a bit. It runs until July 5th so there is still plenty of time to get down there. We spent our day sampling the drinks and foods that were new additions to the festival. Let's dig in!! MousekeMoms Podcast is sponsored by our friends at Kingdom and Cruise Travel.  They can plan your perfect luxury family getaway and are experts in Disney Destinations. Best of all, their services are 100% FREE!  Visit us on social media on Instagram at @mousekemoms_podcast or in our Facebook Group at @mousekemompodcast.  MousekeMoms Podcast is featured on the Top 100 Disney Podcasts https://blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts/ For a transcript of today's show, visit https://mousekemomsblog.com/  

Ready to jam out on your next trip to Epcot during the International Flower & Garden Festival? Well Disney has released the full list of artist for the concert series at the American Gardens Theater. Plus we'll talk about where this year's Super Bowl MVP will be going down Main Street U.S.A., Disney's first earnings […]

Dana and Adam discuss the latest news for the Disney parks. From the Lunar New Year celebration at California Adventure, to the International Flower & Garden Festival announcements at Epcot, Adam and Dana break down the news. Splash Mountain has officially closed its door at the Magic Kingdom and we have thoughts.

Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week's show by sharing the dates for the 2023 edition of Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival. They also discuss a new set of surveys which suggest that Disney officials are getting increasingly concerned about how many of the Company's formerly loyal customers seem to have soured on the Mouse. Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Len Testa & Jim Hill start off this week's show by sharing the dates for the 2023 edition of Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival. They also discuss a new set of surveys which suggest that Disney officials are getting increasingly concerned about how many of the Company's formerly loyal customers seem to have soured on the Mouse. Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode… Conor Brown, creator of WDW Opinion and former Cast Member, is here with me to review each of EPCOT's Festivals - the International Festival of the Arts, the International Flower and Garden Festival, the International Food and Wine Festival, and the International Festival of the Holidays. We share our favorite parts of these festivals and what we would change if we could.  Connect with Conor Connect with Conor Brown at WDW Opinion and on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Join Our Community Join the Me and the Magic Facebook community to share your love of solo travel, Disney travel, and more with new friends. Plus, share your thoughts and questions on this episode with the community! Connect with Me Is there a topic you'd like us to discuss? Email Amanda at amanda@meandthemagic.com.   Are you on Instagram? Follow Disney Travel for All (soon to change to Me and the Magic) to see the latest posts, stories, and IGTV.  Podcast Subscribe to this podcast so you will be the first to hear new episodes!  If you are enjoying the podcast, I'd greatly appreciate it if you could rate and review it on Apple Podcasts. The reviews help other people find this podcast.  Online Shop Buy some fun travel and pop culture shirts and more, at our online shop! 

Brandon and Heather are preparing for their next trip to Walt Disney World and are planning their visit to Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival. Listen to find out what their top 5 picks are for food booths and beverages. 

The message "Space for peaceful collaboration" is the theme of the flower arrangement "Orion Constellation" - Посланието „Космосът за мирни цели“ е темата на композицията от цветя „Съзвездието Орион“

It's time to turn a new leaf, because the Southern Hemisphere's biggest horticultural spectacular returned for another year… after a two-year pandemic pause. Tim Entwisle, director of the Royal Botanic Gardens of Victoria, takes us on a tour through the show grounds, which includes a stroll through a garden co-designed by tennis champion and current Australian of the Year, Dylan Alcott.

In this episode, Kris and Vanessa are joined by Jane from Core Memory Creations.  Her Disney inspired designs strive to bring up shop core memories and strives to bring happiness, positivity, and magic to your life!Use the code DISLOVEPOD to save on your order through the end of April 2022.Earlier in the episode, they discuss the highlights of the 2022 International Flower & Garden Festival including the food and entertainment at Epcot.Core Memory Creations Instagram ProfileCore Memory Creations Facebook Profile Core Memory Creations TikTok ProfileInternational Flower & Garden FestivalDisney Food Blog top picks for food at the festival.  Save with OrlandoVacation.com Use the promo code "dislove" to save 5% off a room, condo or Mic Mansion at OrlandoVacation.com.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Part 2 of the 2 part MIFGS series is even bigger than the first part. Join me as I make my way through a fair chunk of the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show.EPISODE LINKSMIFGS: https://melbflowershow.com.au/Travellers Aid: https://www.travellersaid.org.au/Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/Garden City Plastics: https://www.gardencityplastics.com/Denis Crawford's One Minute Bugs: https://oneminutebugs.com.au/Kevin Heinz GROW: https://kevinheinzegrow.org.au/Christian Jenkins Landscape Design: https://christianjenkins.com.au/Maze: https://mazeproducts.com.au/product-category/composting/Vegepod: https://vegepod.com.au/Husqvarna: https://www.facebook.com/HusqvarnaAustralia/The Sustainable Landscape Company: https://www.theslc.com.au/Biofilta Food Cubes: https://www.biofilta.com.au/product/foodcube/Landscaping Victoria Master Landscapers: https://www.landscapingvictoria.com.au/Australian Garden Council: https://gardencouncil.org/MEGT Apprenticeships & Traineeships: https://www.megt.com.au/Melbourne Polytechnic: https://www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/Stihl: https://www.stihl.com.au/Lawn Solutions Australia: https://lawnsolutionsaustralia.com.au/FELCO: https://felco.com/Open Gardens Victoria: https://opengardensvictoria.org.au/Scotts Osmocote: https://www.lovethegarden.com/au-en/scotts-osmocoteBotanica World Discoveries: https://www.botanica.travel/destinations/australiaPeninsula Wildflowers: https://peninsulawildflower.com.au/WFI: https://www.wfi.com.au/Tiger Turf: https://tigerturf.com/au/landscape/The Printable Shop by Kirstie Fuller: https://theprintableshop.com/FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group!VISIT OUR WEBSITEwww.PlantsGrowHere.comLET'S WORK TOGETHERAre you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to plantsgrowhere@gmail.com.

MIFGS, a.k.a. the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show, is back in 2022 after  a 2 year hiatus. I was lucky enough to attend for each of the 5 days, where I networked, volunteered, and interviewed people doing interesting things in the gardening space.EPISODE LINKSMIFGS website: https://melbflowershow.com.au/ Hort Journal Australia: https://hortjournal.com.au/Ball Australia: https://ballaustralia.com/Zepeti rose: https://ballaustralia.com/product/rose-zepeti/Australian Institute of Horticulture: https://www.aih.org.au/Hortiman: https://www.facebook.com/hortimanAustralian Garden Council: https://gardencouncil.org/Dunkeld Farm: https://www.dunkeldfarm.com.au/Julia Rose: https://www.facebook.com/flowersbyjuliaroseVan Schaik's Bio Gro: https://biogro.com.au/FormBoss: https://www.formboss.com.au/Wheen Bee Foundation: https://www.wheenbeefoundation.org.au/FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group!VISIT OUR WEBSITEwww.PlantsGrowHere.comYou'll find heaps of educational blog articles, including How To Prune For Natural Shape, What Relationships Do Plants Have With Other Organisms?, and What Is Healthy Soil, And How Can We Build It?.LET'S WORK TOGETHERAre you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to plantsgrowhere@gmail.com.

Come hang out at the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show (a.k.a. MIFGS) this week!I'll be there every day between Wednesday 30th March and Sunday 3rd April, so message me on Twitter or LinkedIn when you get there.EPISODE LINKSMIFGS: https://melbflowershow.com.au/FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIATwitter: @PlantsGrowHere / Facebook: @PlantsGrowHerePodcast - Join our Facebook group!VISIT OUR WEBSITEwww.PlantsGrowHere.comLET'S WORK TOGETHERAre you in the industry or an enthusiast with something of value to share? We're always on the hunt for interesting people, doing interesting things. If you'd like to work with us send a message via our online form or a direct email to plantsgrowhere@gmail.com.

Len Testa & Jim Hill are joined by Christina Harrison from TouringPlans. Who -- having just returned from Epcot -- gives them the full run-down of what not to miss at this year's International Flower & Garden Festival Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Len Testa & Jim Hill are joined by Christina Harrison from TouringPlans. Who -- having just returned from Epcot -- gives them the full run-down of what not to miss at this year's International Flower & Garden Festival Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this weeks TMSM Weekly LIVE! we discuss the Festival of Fantasy returns, Epcot's International Flower & Garden Festival, and TMSM Live On Location will take place on the stage of Cirque du Soleil's Drawn to Life...

It's Spring at Epcot and that means the International Flower & Garden Festival is well underway. We'll bring you our three favorite gardens, topiaries and culinary kiosks. But then there's much more as we look at whether you get the bang for your buck with Genie+. Is this park worth it? What about getting an exclusive Lightning Lane option for Ratatouille? Can you do this? Or is there another way to get in without the long wait? We then move beyond Genie+ to discuss what's come back to Epcot, what's still not present in Epcot, and importantly, the status of attractions promised to the park--are they coming or are they not? Finally, we'll end with Epcot's best lunchtime secret. Something I had no idea of! So stay tuned.

We are heading to Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival and here is what's happening at this years event

Hello and welcome to the Enchanted Ears Podcast, where we discuss anything and everything Disney! This week in Disney News, the Marvel Netflix shows will be coming to Disney+ on March 16th. Disney will also be adding parental controls to keep that content away from the kids! Also, they're adding an Ad-supported version of Disney+ for those hoping to pay a little less for all that good Disney content. If you feel like you're lacking a little human-ish contact, never fear! Character hugs are back at Disneyland Paris! And lastly, a new light show debuted for the International Flower and Garden Festival on Spaceship Earth. It's set to “Colors of the Wind” and the colors are beautiful pastels and earth tones. This week, we give our best tips for having a great trip to Disney! We share what you definitely should do and some things you should avoid to make sure you can have a fun, stress-free trip. We cover when you should look to make your reservations, what attractions you should tackle first, how to save money (and then promptly spend it on something else), and so much more! Thank you for joining us and as always, have a magical week! Check us out on Facebook and Youtube or submit a question/topic for us to discuss on a future episode or support us on Patreon.

It's March, spring is basically here...let's talk about the best place to go for Spring Break...Walt Disney World of course. Well also talked about the International Flower and Garden Festival at EPCOT

Join Tom Corless for a news recap focused on Disney parks and resorts around the world.  On this episode: Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser takes its maiden voyage, and the 2022 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival begins. WDW News Today is released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday here on our YouTube channel. Join Tom Corless...

Rick takes a look at the opening day of Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival 2022.  He shares some of the offerings, and a lot of the food.  Rick is also joined by Instagrammer, The Sarah Enigma.  Sarah is dealing with chronic illness, and has used Disney and Harry Potter in particular to inspire and assist others dealing with health issues. For more information on Rick's upcoming pilgrimage to Ireland, or to donate to Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence in honor of his journey... Facebook.com/EarToThereRick Twitter.com/rick_ear Instagram.com/rickear2there Twitter.com/tgttpodcast

Greetings Happy Platers!Spring is almost here and you know what that means … the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival! With flavors in full bloom and dishes waiting to be cultivated from March 2 through July 4, this year's celebration is not one to be missed.Once you see the tasty options available, your appetite will be sure to grow. With nearly 20 Outdoor Kitchens, there is a perfectly harvested combination of new delights and fan favorites back in season. There's so much to enjoy this year – you and your tastebuds will want to keep coming back for more. Check the Disney's Parks Blog Foodie Guide Here!*Now Taking Reservations for the Chef's Table on our private Facebook Page called "The Happy Platers* make sure you head over to the new Facebook group and join us at the table where we can discuss in-depth our Disney Dining tales.  We are very excited to have the opportunity to interact more with our Happy Platers and hear your thoughts on all things Disney Food.  Click here to join: HAPPY PLATERSPlease visit our webpage: www.happiestplate.comInstagram: @happiestplateonearthFacebook: www.facebook.com/groups/happyplatersTwitter: @HappyPlateEarthEmail: dining@happiestplate.com

Epcot's International Festival of the Arts Review.We are back from the Festival of the Arts with our food reviews, art booths overview, and activities.This is one of our favorite events at Epcot and this year being the 6th year for the event did not disappoint.You can also watch Steve's Trip to Epcot's Festival of the Arts video on YouTube.The International Festival of the Arts ends Feb 21, 2022, so hurry and make plans to get there.If you miss this years festival, don't forget that Epcot's International Flower and Garde Festival is next and we will be there too to give you all of our tips and tricks for this event.

In this episode, Kris and Vanessa discuss the three major festivals at Epcot including the International Festival of the Arts, the International Flower & Garden Festival and the International Food & Wine Festival.Later they are joined by Brenda from Castle Clubhouse Co.  Her shop features customized beer can shaped glasses, stickers and key chains.Instagram Profile for Castle Clubhouse Co.Episode 92: Disney FestivalsSave with OrlandoVacation.com Use the promo code "dislove" to save 5% off a room, condo or Mic Mansion at OrlandoVacation.com.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Leslie welcomes back cousin Jennifer to discuss Disney's news and park updates for May, including COVID-19 safety rules changes, construction delays, the benefits of baby care centers, and Magic Kingdom's 2021 Disney After Hours Boo Bash. Plus a round of "Would You Rather?" featuring select menu items from Taste of Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival, running through July 5, 2021. Follow @PolkaDotPodcast on Instagram and Twitter.  

Wondering which dishes you should try at Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival 2021? We share some of the food & drink we tasted at this year's festival. We also discuss ways you can support Orlando's best gamer pub: The Cloak and Blaster. Join in on the adventure: Instagram: @Orl_AdventureClub TikTok: @orlandoadventureclub Facebook: @ORLAdventureClub Twitter: @ORLAdventure Site: orlandoadventureclub.com Our Merch: orlandoadventureclub.com/merch -------------------------- Intro/Outro music: The Teaching Robot by the talented Danny Baranowsky --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/orlandoadventureclub/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/orlandoadventureclub/support

Welcome back to the most magical podcast on the internet! This week, Kara and Kaycee talk all about the International Flower & Garden Festival at Epcot. They break down what you can expect from the festival this year, and share some of their favorite things. From topiaries to must try food and drinks, you are going to learn a lot from this episode! If you liked this episode, please subscribe and rate us 5 stars! The Why We Disney Team loves feedback so feel free to email us at whywedisney@gmail.com

Welcome back to Magically Unstable! In today's episode, we talk about all things new coming to the Disney Universe, like new Raya treats, A Touch of Disney and how Disney cancelled, what could have been, their first LGBTQA lead film. We also discuss an overview of the 2021 International Flower and Garden Festival held at WDW's Epcot park and highlight a few new dishes coming this year. Then we dive into the very emotional, heartfelt therapy session of when the Peter Pan at the Pirates and Pals Fireworks Dessert Party ruined Nik's life and made her fear face characters forever. Kurt then talks about how to cope with getting through that midday slump in the parks. Sources: https://thedisinsider.com/2021/02/25/cancelled-nimona-would-have-been-first-disney-film-with-lgbtq-leads/

Flowers? Check. Gardens? Check. Amazing food, fantastic beverages, and fun for the entire family? Check, check, and check!  Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival is no longer the lesser of the park's two festivals. Find out why you should go to Epcot's Flower & Garden Festival this year!

Hear about hidden gem eateries and bars at the Disney Parks as well as EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival food news, and A Touch of Disney food and merch event at Disney California Adventure. Joining co-host Vincent "Big Bubba" Alvarez is Aljon Go from The Disney List Podcast/Skull Rock Podcast/Sorcerer Radio, and Cat Arcori, Eat The Pictures Podcast and Dining at Disney contributor instagram.com/cat_astrophe. Shop using our links at http://diningatdisney.com/ Book your next Disney, Universal, or cruise vacation with Kristen today! E-mail her at themeparksandcruises@gmail.com. Segment music: Dining at Disney Theme - World Map by Jason Farnham. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/diningatdisney/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/diningatdisney/support

In this week's episode we'll be "planting" ourselves in the International Flower & Garden Festival held each year, in the Spring, in Epcot. We'll talk about some of the things we enjoyed the last time we attended as well as give you the heads up on some new things you can experience if you are attending this year (2020). Hudson will talk about the kid scavenger hunts and some yummy treats, while Kelly dives into the Garden Rocks Concert Series and the new lines of merchandise. We hope you enjoy! Follow us on social mediaInstagram: @mousekadisneyduoFacebook: @mousekadisneyduoVisit us onlineWebsite: mousekadisneyduo.comThanks for listening!

 Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by reviewing some of the food offerings found at this year’s International Flower & Garden Festival at Epcot. Then Jim Hill talks about how Disney’s earlier trackless attractions influenced the design of “Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Len Testa starts off this week’s episode by reviewing some of the food offerings found at this year’s International Flower & Garden Festival at Epcot. Then Jim Hill talks about how Disney’s earlier trackless attractions influenced the design of “Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Michelle Ryan, a travel planner with Tink's Magical Vacations, and @DisneyAdams in a fun filled conversation about EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival. This Episode is brought to you by Tink's Magical Vacations and Anchor. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/5minutepopcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/5minutepopcast/support

Today we celebrate the gardener who had his home and garden trashed by the Russian Czar and the poet who wrote one of his most famous poems under the plum tree in his garden. We'll learn about the American Landscape Architect who never lived to see the big park he dreamed of, and we'll learn about the horticulturist who created the first International Flower show in NYC. We'll hear the October Poem about woodbines (or honeysuckle). We Grow That Garden Library with an herb-based cookbook. I'll talk about late-season cover crops (and no, it's not too late), and then we'll have a witty article about shortening tall sunflowers.     But first, let's catch up on a few recent events. The midwife and physician Tieraona Low Dog over at Medicine Lodge Ranch recently wrote a post called 4 Important Herbs for Women and Their Health. The list may surprise you: raspberries, nettles, ladies mantle, and sage.   With regard to raspberry and nettles, Dr. Low Dog recommends using the leaves to make a tea.   With the nettles, in particular, Dr. Low Dog cooks them just like she would spinach. She steams the nettles for 15 minutes and then sautés them in a little olive oil with garlic and salt.   Dr. Low Dog reminds us that the Latin word for lady's mantle Alchemillastems from the Arabic word for alchemy. Historically people believed lady's mantle leaves were a fantastic source of water. Like the raspberry and nettles, this herb can be used as an herbal tea.   Last but not least, sage should be used by women who are making the transition into their sage years.  Sage can ease the symptoms of menopause like hot flashes and night sweats. And a cup of sage tea can help you sleep at night. So, bottom's up.       In honor of Halloween, I wanted to share this fun post from Art's Nursery Garden & Homethat was shared back in 2014 the title of the post was 10 excellent plants with black foliage   Here’s the list: Black Lace Elderberry Sambucus ‘Black Tower’ Black Mondo Grass Black Scallop Ajuga Dark Horse Weigela Fine Wine Weigela Brunette Snakeroot Ninebark Platt's Black New Zealand Flax Purple Copper Beech   Rebecca van der Zalmdid an excellent job describing all of these plants in this post.   If you’d like to check out her detailed descriptions of each of these plants, just head on over to the Facebook group for the show  - The Daily Gardener Community- and search for the words "black foliage."             On this day in 2011, the United Nations reported that the world population had reached 7,000,000,000.   Twelve years earlier, on this day in 1999, the newspaper out of Appleton Wisconsin reported that the population had reached the 6,000,000,000 mile mark - so we gained 1 billion In a dozen years. In that newspaper article, a botanist from the University of Wisconsin shared the state of botany.   About Wisconsin, in particular, the botanist warned that in 20 or 30 years and will have the climate of Iowa much drier and warmer. According to current projections, the global population will hit 8 billion in 2024. And it will reach 9 billion by 2042.     Now, if you'd like to check out these curated articles for yourself, you're in luck - because 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 track down links - just head on over to the group the next time you're on Facebook - just search for The Daily Gardener Community- and request to join.        Brevities #OTD   Today is the birthday of the English Gardner and writer John Evelyn who was born on this day in 1620.  Evelyn kept a detailed diary for 66 years, and hehad an excellent understanding of trees. In 1664, Evelyn wrote a treaty called A Discourse of Forest Trees.  It was basically an appeal to his fellow countrymen to plant trees. The English Navy was growing, and they desperately needed timber to build more ships. Over his lifetime, Evelyn updated his Discourse of Forest Trees a total of three more times; the final edition was released immediately after his death.   In honor of Thanksgiving, which is now less than a month away, let me share this excellent quote by Evelyn about the benefits of chestnuts:   "Chestnuts are delicacies for princes and a lusty and masculine food for rustics, and able to make women well-complexioned."   Evelyn had a devoted passion for gardening. And, here's a little known fact: Evelyn was the first garden author to publish a book about salads (or Sallets). Listen to the benefits of salad as described by Evelyn:   "By reason of its soporiferous quality, lettuce ... still continues the principal foundation of the universal tribe of Sallets, which is to cool and refresh, besides its other properties... including beneficial influences on morals, temperance, and chastity."   (FYI: Soporiferous means Inducing or tending to induce sleep. Some lettuce secretes lactucarium - a milky fluid found in the base of the lettuce stems. It is known as lettuceopium because of its sedativeand pain-relieving properties. It has also been reported to promote a mild sensation of euphoria.)   It was John Evelyn who wrote:   "The gardener’s work is never at end, it begins with the year and continues to the next. He prepares the ground, and then he plants, and then he gathers the fruits." "Gardening is a labour full of tranquility and satisfaction; natural and instructive, and as such contributes to the most serious contemplation, experience, health and longevity."   Bear in mind Evelyn's appreciation for the amount of work a garden requires as I tell you this little story about him. In 1698, John Evelyn had owned his estate for 40 years. Everyone who knew it said it was magnificent - both inside and out. It was decorated to the nines. Of all that he owned, Evelyn’s garden was his pride and joy.   That year, the Russian Czar, Peter the Great, brought an entourage of 200 people to England to visit William III.  In a gesture of hospitality, William volunteered John Evelyn‘s home to host the Czar and his people during their visit.  Evelyn and his wife graciously moved out to give the Czar his privacy.   Well, it wasn’t long before Evelyn‘s servants began sending him urgent messages begging him to return.   When Evelyn came home, he walked into a nightmare. The whole estate had been trashed. Priceless paintings had served as dartboards. His floors were ruined, windows were smashed; even the garden was destroyed.   The servants told how the 6'8 Czar had played a game with his friends where they put him in one of Evelyn's wheel barrels and then raced him through the garden beds; crashing into walls, trees, and hedges. It was a complete disregard for the sanctity of Evelyn's garden. For twenty years, Evelyn had nursed along a hedge of holly that had turned into a glorious living wall. It was ruined. The party even managed to knock down part of the stone wall that surrounded the garden.   It must have been a scene akin to the movie Animal House.   Evelyn immediately sent word to the king about what had happened and arrangements were made straight away to move the czar to other lodgings. King William settled with Evelyn to have his property restored - his home needed to be gutted and rebuilt from the floors up.   John Evelyn was 78 years old when this happened to him. I'm sure there was no amount of restitution that could restore the years of love he had spent in his garden. He lived for another 8 years before dying in 1706.         #OTD  Today is the birthday of the English romantic lyric poet John Keats who was born in 1795. During his short life, (Keats died from tuberculosis at the age of 25), his poems didn’t make much of a mark.   But after his death, Keat's reputation grew and today he is considered one of the world’s most beloved poets.   Keats wrote his famous Ode to a Nightingale after hearing a nightingale singing in his garden. History records that Keats was sitting under a plum tree and he scribbled the lines to the poem in a notebook. Then, he tore the pages out and they are now preserved in a museum. Another famous poem by Keats is Ode to Autumn. Keats came up with this poem 200 years ago while walking to the hospital of St. Cross. The most famous verse is: "Season of mists and mellow fruitfulness, Close bosom-friend of the maturing sun."   My personal favorite verse is:   "Later flowers for the bees, Until they think warm days will never cease."   Keats reflected on his Ode to Autumn in a letter to his friend, John Reynolds, saying:   "How beautiful the season is now — How fine the air. A temperate sharpness about it.    Really, without joking, chaste weather — Dian skies — I never liked stubble-fields so much as now — Aye better than the chilly green of the Spring.    Somehow, a stubble-field looks warm — in the same way that some pictures look warm. This struck me so much in my Sunday’s walk that I composed upon it."      Today, you can visit the John Keats home. It's an impeccable white, Georgian villa and it is the place where Keats wrote many of his best-loved poems. If you're ever in London, just search for Keats House and gardens. It has awesome reviews on Trip Advisor.               #OTD    Today is the birthday of Andrew Jackson Downing who was born on this day in 1815. Downing was an American horticulturist and the author of The Fruits and Fruit Trees of America which came out in 1845. He also served as the editor of a magazine called The Horticulturist.   Regarded as one of the founders of American Landscape Architecture, Downing used his work in The Horticulturist magazine as a platform for advancing his pet causes. It was Downing who first came up with the idea for a New York park. His dream became the park we know today: Central Park. Downing also advocated for individual states to create schools devoted to agriculture - that hope became a reality as well.   In 1846, when the National Mall in Washington DC was run down and neglected, it was Downing who came up with plans to revive the space. Downing's plans were in vivid contrast to the original plans for the mall.  When the Frenchman Pierre Charles L’Enfant designed the mall in 1791, he had envisioned a grand avenue. Downing’s vision was simpler. He was not a fan of the rigidity or formality found in European gardens. Downin g wanted to create a public museum of living trees and shrubs or at least that’s what he called it. Instead of a grand avenue, Downing designed four separate parks that were connected by curving walkways and featuring many different trees.    Sadly, Downing's plans were never fully funded or carried out.  In the summer of 1852, Downing boarded a steamship called The Henry Clay. At some point, the steamship got into a race with another boat called The Armenia. When the steamship began to overheat, a fire broke out in the engine room. Onboard The Henry Clay happened to be a woman Downing had dated before his marriage. When he jumped in the water to save this woman, she panicked and couldn't stop flailing around and they both drowned.   Before Downing had attempted to save the woman, he had thrown deck chairs off of the top of the boat. Downing thought the chairs could be used by people as flotation devices. He was right. As fate would have it, Downing‘s wife Carolyn survived the disaster by holding on to one of those deck chairs. It was a small consolation to her for the loss of her husband.   Downing was just 36 years old when he died.         #OTD  Today is the anniversary of the death of Richard Morris Hunt who was an American architect during the gilded age.  Gardeners know Hunt for his collaborations with the Frederick Law Olmsted. They worked together on the Vanderbilt mausoleum and the Chicago world‘s fair. Their ultimate collaboration occurred in Asheville, North Carolina, where they worked together to design the gardens, house, and manor village for the Biltmore Estate.   When he was alive, Hunt wanted to elevate public taste in design and the arts, but he was also flexible enough to meet them where they were. It was Richard Morris Hunt who said, "The first thing you've got to remember is that it's your clients' money you're spending. Your goal is to achieve the best results by following their wishes. If they want you to build a house upside down standing on its chimney, it's up to you to do it."     #OTD  On this day in 1913, the horticulturist Charles Totty received a medal from the New York Horticultural Society for developing a new rose called "Shell Pink Shawyer." Totty immigrated to the United States from England. He was known as CH to his friends   Totty was a shrewd businessman. On April Fools’ Day 1903 he bought a greenhouse business in Madison New Jersey. Then he opened up a florist shop Called Totty's flowers on Fifth Avenue in New York. Totty was responsible for establishing the First International Flower Show in New York City. Totty himself won thousands of awards at American flower shows and he was credited with introducing the chrysanthemum to America.   Totty's success was owed in part to the support of his wife and their daughter Helen.   In 1930, at the beginning of the great depression, Totty spoke to a group of New England flower growers. He encouraged growers to “pull up your belts and go to it," continuing to grow their businesses during the depression. Totty said that, "it was up to the growers to open up new avenues for their products and that publicity stunts that gave away flowers cheapened [the industry]. He cautioned that no other trade gave away anything of value so why should florists?"   In 2017, the century-old Shakespeare-themed garden at the College of Saint Elizabeth was in desperate need of a makeover. In researching the history of the garden, the school discovered that it had been visited by Charles Totty, who heaped praise on the garden's design saying:   "No Shakespeare garden in the world, not even the one at Avon, the birthplace of the poet, quite reaches the beauty and perfection of ... St. Elizabeth’s.”         Unearthed Words   "Corn and grain, corn and grain, All that falls shall rise again." - Wiccan Harvest Chant   Woodbines in October   As dyed in blood, the streaming vines appear, While long and low the wind about them grieves; The heart of autumn must have broken here And poured Its treasure out upon the leaves. ~ By Charlotte Fiske Bates         Today's Grow That Garden Library book recommendation: The Best of Thymes by Marge Clark This book is part of my Marge Clark cookbook collection. Her recipes are wonderful and her cookbooks are beautiful. The 410 pages in this cookbook incorporate herbs from the garden. Clark was a gardener, so her cookbooks include all kinds of growing information and plant history. Clark's recipes are organized by the main herb used. Her Lemon Verbena pound cake and her Roasted Marinated Pepper Salad are personal favorites of mine.      This book came out in 1997. You can get used hardcover copies using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for under $4.           Today's Garden Chore Plant Late-Season, Cold Hardy Cover Crops in your kitchen or herb garden.  If you've never tried a cover crop, you're in for a treat. Cover crops keep the soil aerated and they add a layer of protection to your beds in freezing weather. Best of all, cover crops add nutrients and nitrogen back into the soil. They’re one of the best shoulder season activities you can do in your garden. Even when you have a cold fall like we do this year. You can still plant cover crops late - even after the first frost. Thankfully, cover crops germinate quickly - think 7-10 days. So amp up your soil health with cover crops now - your kitchen garden will thank you in the spring.      Something Sweet  Reviving the little botanic spark in your heart On this day in 1986, The Tribune out of Seymour Indiana shared a post about making sunflowers shorter: "A North Dakota botanist has discovered that a herbicide can retard the height of sunflowers. Being easier to harvest can make the crop more profitable. [He] should write a book: "How to Make Money in a Declining Stalk Market."       Thanks for listening to the daily gardener, and remember: "For a happy, healthy life, garden every day."

In this week's episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by Suzie once again in studio.  This week is Part 2 of the Garden Rocks Concert Series at EPCOT's International Flower and Garden Festival.  This week we begin with Sister Hazel on April 17th and end with Eddie Palmieri on June 3rd. What acts are you looking forward to seeing?   Thanks for listening, Mike & Gary

In this week's episode of the Por Favor Podcast, Mike and Gary are joined by Suzie in studio.  We jump right in to the Garden Rocks Series.  We do the first half this week beginning with Steve Augeri (former lead vocalist of Journey) on March 6th and finish with Night Ranger on April 16th.  Lot's of bands are moving over from the Eat to Beat Series to Garden Rocks Series.  We (I) sing all night. What acts are you looking forward to seeing?   Thanks for listening, Mike & Gary    

We are discussing the past, present, and future festivals of 2019 at the parks. I give you some insider information and a quick run-down on what you could expect when attending all of the festivals at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. This episode we will be covering festivals such as Food & Wine, Lunar New Year and Festival of the Arts. This episode does not include the Festival of Holidays or the International Flower & Garden Festival. Those topics will come up later on in the year.Don't forget to listen all the way through to the very end where I give some exciting news about a special show that might be making its debut today February 22nd.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/alytheactioneer)

Hi! Welcome to the Mouse and  More Podcast! In today's episode we will be reviewing our experience at Epcot's International Flower and Garden Festival 2018! We also answer some listener questions so sit back, relax and stop and smell the flowers! Remember, if you like us, please review us on iTunes and check out our Private Facebook group, our Instagram and Twitter! We hope to hear from you soon!

We have both had a few wild ministry weeks in a row, so we cashed in some comp time. This morning we are at Disney with our families again, this time we are at the International Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot. It's way manlier than it sounds. We discussed practical ways to make time with families a priority especially since ministry isn't a 9-5 gig. We also talked about push back and criticism we have experienced for making family time a priority and how we have dealt with it.We talked about some ministry week highlights including student's setting the example for the entire church and a church safety seminar by Trinity Security Allies. Seriously, check them out. https://www.trinitysecurityallies.com We gave out this weeks details on how to enter our Day at Disney Contest. This week's entry will be tough, unless you are coming to Youth Pastor Summit next Monday and Tuesday in Orlando. If you post a selfie with us you automatically get an extra entry! You can still enter the contest by following our social media accounts, leaving reviews on facebook or iTunes, and can enter the contest by signing up for our mailing lists here. https://facebook.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=80062b630c889e73a326621df&id=ff9108b29e. We talked about the two new resources we had hit the DYM store this week; Hope of Easter and Eggstra Eggstra Read All About It. Both of them can be found here. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=8Finally, we let our kids introduce themselves, and they did not disappoint! Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=8Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morningafterministry/instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. You can also find Tim @t00th and Andrew @andrewlarsenSpecial thanks to Orange's XP3 for sponsoring this episode! If you're looking for a strategic curriculum from both middle school and high school be sure to check out Orange XP3 and tell them that you heard about them on the DYM Podcast Network! http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network at podcast.downloadyouthministry.com Thanks to Dignity Memorial Peek Reach and Give Central for making our show possible!

We have both had a few wild ministry weeks in a row, so we cashed in some comp time. This morning we are at Disney with our families again, this time we are at the International Flower and Garden Festival at Epcot. It’s way manlier than it sounds. We discussed practical ways to make time with families a priority especially since ministry isn’t a 9-5 gig. We also talked about push back and criticism we have experienced for making family time a priority and how we have dealt with it. We talked about some ministry week highlights including student’s setting the example for the entire church and a church safety seminar by Trinity Security Allies. Seriously, check them out. https://www.trinitysecurityallies.com We gave out this weeks details on how to enter our Day at Disney Contest. This week’s entry will be tough, unless you are coming to Youth Pastor Summit next Monday and Tuesday in Orlando. If you post a selfie with us you automatically get an extra entry! You can still enter the contest by following our social media accounts, leaving reviews on facebook or iTunes, and can enter the contest by signing up for our mailing lists here. https://facebook.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=80062b630c889e73a326621df&id=ff9108b29e. We talked about the two new resources we had hit the DYM store this week; Hope of Easter and Eggstra Eggstra Read All About It. Both of them can be found here. https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=8 Finally, we let our kids introduce themselves, and they did not disappoint! Check out our resources in the DYM store here: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop?author=8 Be sure to like The Morning After Ministry on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morningafterministry/ instagram.com/morningaftermin and twitter.com/morningaftermin. You can also find Tim @t00th and Andrew @andrewlarsen Special thanks to Orange’s XP3 for sponsoring this episode! If you’re looking for a strategic curriculum from both middle school and high school be sure to check out Orange XP3 and tell them that you heard about them on the DYM Podcast Network! http://thinkorange.com/xp3s/ Be sure to check out the other shows in the DYM Podcast Network at podcast.downloadyouthministry.com Thanks to Dignity Memorial Peek Reach and Give Central for making our show possible!

2014 International Flower and Garden Festival! On episode 93, the gang discusses the food and beverage offerings at Epcot's 2014 International Flower and Garden Festival.

Around the Hub is a game show based on ESPN’s Around the Horn. Four contestants from around the WDWNT Network of Podcasts match wits in a game of competitive banter. Points are awarded for good arguments and points may be deducted if a podcaster loses their train of thought or says something the host does not agree with. There are 3 rounds of play, starting off with the Rope Drop (which covers the biggest news stories of the week from the entire Walt Disney Company) and ending with the Face-Off between the last two podcasters standing. At the end of each round the podcaster with the lowest point total is eliminated. The winner of each episode gets a thirty second Meet ‘N’ Greet to discuss anything from the World of Disney that is on their minds. In this episode the panel regrettably discusses the new Tangled-themed restroom area at the Magic Kingdom. The group also takes a look at the International Flower and Garden Festival featuring Food and Wine! The old favorite ‘Hit Miss or Meh’ returns for the second round and there is an international flavor to the Face-Off Round.

On this episode of The WhimsiMagical Mousecast we tell the first of what will be a four part series on the history of EPCOT. How it was meant to be the cornerstone of the modern day Walt Disney World and how it came to be not the EPCOT Walt envisioned but did become the theme park that we all know and love today. Would the original EPCOT idea made a difference in the Walt Disney World that we know today? Most certainly it would have. It may have even had an impact on the cities we live in today by it's example of innovative infrastructure, transportation, layout and efficiency. We'll also explore how the present day site was chosen and the creative way the Disney company approached purchasing the land at cost effective prices by retaining the secrecy of the company's involvement. With Ana joining us, we'll then journey back to the present and discuss the International Flower and Garden Festival that is currently happening in, of course, Epcot. We'll tell you about some of the events going on and why you should make a point of making a trip to experience this unique tribute to creativity and nature (with some great events and concerts thrown in to boot. In this episode we'll talk about the current pet care options inside of Walt Disney World and we'll also advise you of current and near future attraction closures and refurbishments. Please join us for this episode as we continue to explore the whimsical and magical place that is Walt Disney World. For the current operating hours and attraction closures & refurbishment schedules to WDW please visit this link: http://www.thewhimsimagicalmousecast.com/wdwcalendarapril2012 For current ticket pricing please visit the following link: http://www.thewhimsimagicalmousecast.com/wdwtickets To book your next trip to “The Happiest Place On Earth” please visit the following link: http://www.thewhimsimagicalmousecast.com/wdwvacationplanning To order the official Walt Disney World Vacation Planning DVD please visit the following link: http://www.thewhimsimagicalmousecast.com/wdwdvd

19th Annual Epcot’s International Flower and Garden Festival Shot on March 9, 2012 at Epcot with Apple iPod Touch In this video we showcase some of International Flower and Garden […]

In this week's show the team discusses this years International Flower and Garden Festival at EPCOT, Kathy Werling tells us about this years "Princess Marathon at WDW, and DIS Unplugged Senior Correspondent Dave Parfitt has an exclusive interview with two-time Oscar winner and Disney Legend Richard Sherman. Call us toll free from within the U.S. at 877-310-9662 (outside U.S. call 407-574-5093)