Podcasts about native plants

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz.  Native Plants are in the news again, let's discuss what it means.  “That's Hot” has us eating crow and expanding our horizons.  “This or That” meets up in some unexpected places. “Listener Shoutouts” questions emoji choices. Are you listening to the end for our secret?  Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett. That's Hot – Fran's Plant / Tom's Plant Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189 Have a comment?  Email info@nativeplantshealthyplanet.com Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit our store Here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us today as we talk to Dan Jaffe Wilder, chief ecologist of the 8,400-acre native oasis, Norcross Wildlife Foundation in Wales, Massachusetts. Dan is the Director of Applied Ecology at Norcross and he tells us all about the historic gardens, walking trails, lakes, ponds, picnic areas, native plants and trees, birds and pollinators you can see while visiting. Located at 30 Peck Road, Wales, MA. For more information go to their website at www.norcrosswildlife.org. Child friendly. Admission is free. Open daily from dusk to dawn. Dan Jaffe Wilder is an ecologist, horticulturist, and botanist with over twenty years' experience working with native plants and their associated ecology. His work has ranged from classrooms to nurseries to botanical gardens to wildlife refuges and specializes in native plant ecology, propagation, wildlife habitat restoration and enhancement, and native edible landscapes. The Norcross Wildlife Foundation's mission is to protect, enhance, and expand wildlife through conservation, education, and support. Dan's book Native Plants for New England Gardens was released in 2018. Join Catherine Greenleaf, a certified wildlife rehabilitator with 25 years of experience rescuing and rehabilitating injured wildlife, for twice-monthly discussions about restoring native habitat and helping the birds in your backyard. Send your questions about birds and native gardening to birdhuggerpodcast@gmail.com. (PG-13) St. Dymphna Press, LLC.

Send us Fan MailDee and Carol talk about coneflowers, share some new veggie recipes Dee is trying, discuss a book on wildflowers and more.For more info, check out our Substack newsletter. To watch on YouTube, click here.Question of the Week:How do I grow a wildflower meadow from seed?  Mini Meadows, by Mike Lizotte. He explains it well.Insect of the WeekBlue Orchard Mason Bee. You can make nesting boxes for them or buy commercial onesFlowers:The Enterprise of Echinaceas, and why do we have so many varieties? We are speaking of Echinacea purpurea.Watch out for aster yellows, a disease that can infect coneflowers. More info from Missouri Botanical GardenVegetables:Let's share some summer recipes!Authentic Shopska Salad RecipeCold Yogurt Cucumber Soup - TaratorPrincesses (Bulgarian Ground Meat Sandwiches) Recipe - Food.comDee's Zucchini Squash Challenge on her blogOn the Bookshelf:A Naturalist's Book of Wildflowers: Celebrating 85 Native Plants of North America by Laura C. Martin (2021) (Amazon)Dirt:Another dose of cuteness on Instagram, a farmer-gardener with his two young daughters, the two “supervisors”. Meet Jeremiah_Farmer .They also have pigs!Rabbit Holes:Lost Lady of Garden Writing, Katharine S. White. And Carol's tips for getting your garden to produce more veggies. A Garden to Visit:Dallas Arboretum. One hot place when we visited!Thank you: As always, we appreciate all of you for listening to our podcast and for reading this newsletter!  If you'd like to support us, check out our affiliate links here. Book links are also affiliate links. Support the showOn Instagram:  Carol: Indygardener, Dee: RedDirtRamblings, Our podcast: TheGardenangelists.On Facebook: The Gardenangelists' Garden Club.On YouTube.

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Join Nicolas, Kent, and Riley on this Coffee Time Wednesday as they discuss the hidden impact of agricultural chemical drift on native oaks. The guys also explore the massive surge in native plant popularity and why people are choosing prairies over lawns.   hokseynativeseeds.com (for all your native seed, backyard prairie, hunting mixes, CRP mixes, native pasture mixes, and more)   BirdHunterSupply.com (for all your bird hunting supplies and dog hunting supplies)

If you've ever tried to remove buckthorn, you know it's a stubborn battle. There's even an entire group of singles, looking to meet potential partners by removing buckthorn together. Elsewhere, homeowners, forest managers and volunteers spend countless dollars and hours cutting and spraying the invasive shrub, only to watch it grow right back.University of Minnesota researchers recently published new data that shows there's a better long-term strategy. They found that planting native grasses and wildflowers immediately after removing buckthorn is remarkably effective at keeping it at bay. Mike Schuster is on the research team and joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini to explain.

Sab and Jo discuss native plants, bravery and bubble wrap. 01:22 How to make a plant grow straight. 07:25 Lilies overtaken your garden? You can get rid of them.13:11 Native plants for you and your garden needs. Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App or wherever you like to listen.Listen to the program live on Tuesdays at 2:20PM or on Saturdays at 9:00AM on 102.5 ABC Radio Perth. Ask your questions by calling in on 1300 22 1025 or text 0437 22 1025.

Maybe you’ve heard of sword ferns or salal. Those are a couple native plants that are common around here. But there’s a vast array of native flowers, trees, and shrubs that can offer big benefits to your garden. Seattle Now stopped by a local demonstration garden to see what’s in bloom. Thane Williams is demonstration garden manager for the Washington Native Plant Society, and he gave us a tour. Learn more about native plants: Washington Native Plant Society Green Seattle King County Native Plant Resources UW Native Plant Guide for Seattle and Bellevue We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online or on the KUOW App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Native plants aren't just beautiful—they're essential to healthy forests and wildlife habitats. From supporting pollinators like bees and butterflies to improving soil and water quality, native plants play a critical role in our ecosystems. Join Eric Comley, Garrard County Extension Agent for 4-H Youth Development, as he highlights some of the native plants you're likely to find in your woods and explains why they matter.   Also on tap: Nick Wiram with Quail Forever, a national nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to the preservation and restoration of quail, pheasants, and other upland wildlife. He'll share insights on how habitat management and conservation practices can support quail across Kentucky. 7.1.26   For more episodes of From the Woods Today, visit https://forestry.mgcafe.uky.edu/woods-today

Native plants improve biodiversity and help local wildlife thrive. On this Horticulture Day episode of Talk of Iowa, host Dani Gehr sits in for Charity Nebbe. She talks with Iowa State extension horticulture specialist Ray Kruse about what natives have succeeded in his garden, and what plants he's needed to pull. Then, Iowa State University extension horticulture specialist Aaron Steil joins us to answer listener questions.

Native plants improve biodiversity and help local insects and wildlife thrive. Dani Gehr sits in for Charity Nebbe, and she talks with Iowa State Extension horticulture specialist Ray Kruse about what natives have succeeded in his garden and what plants he's needed to pull.

Lawns teach us to chase control, but a rebel garden is about building a living system that gets better every season. We walk through a practical, homeowner-friendly roadmap for turning turf into a native plant garden that supports pollinators, songbirds, and healthier soil without getting trapped in analysis paralysis. If you've been staring at a blank patch of grass wondering where to start, we'll help you move from ideas to installation. We start with soil, and why you don't need to obsess over lab-perfect conditions before you plant. Native plants are tougher and more adaptable than most people expect, and a thin layer of compost or topsoil can be enough to help young plugs establish. From there, the real secret is planting density: instead of isolated “specimens” with mulch gaps, we aim for a plant community, often around one plant per square foot, using grasses, sedges, and flowering natives to shade soil, suppress weeds, and create habitat. We also get specific about what makes a garden look good beyond one short bloom window. You'll hear how to think in seasons, stagger bloom times, keep winter seed heads for birds, and use a simple mulch strategy that signals the bed is intentional while protecting new plants during establishment. We close with realistic expectations for year one care, plus details on the Rebel Garden Challenge if you want step-by-step guidance and a community doing it alongside you. Subscribe, share with a neighbor who hates mowing, and leave a review with the first lawn patch you want to reclaim.The Challenge begins Friday, June 19 --> A Rebel Garden in Ten DaysPrairie Up by Benjamin VogtLearn more about getting your own Rebel Garden at ABetterYard.org.

HEATHER HOLM BIO Heather Holm is a pollinator conservationist and award-winning author of four books: Pollinators of Native Plants, Bees, Wasps, and Common Native Bees of the Eastern United States . Both Bees and Wasps have won multiple book awards including the American Horticultural Society Book Award. She is the founder and chair of Minnesota Native Bees, an online field guide illustrating the native bees of Minnesota and beyond. Heather's expertise includes the interactions between native pollinators and native plants, and the natural history and biology of native bees and predatory wasps. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Minneapolis Star Tribune, and many local publications. Heather is also an accomplished photographer and her pollinator photos are frequently featured in print and electronic publications. In her spare time, she is an active community supporter, writing grants, and coordinating and participating in volunteer ecological landscape restoration projects of fire-dependent ecosystems. The latest project is a 13-acre oak savanna restoration that will provide thriving habitat for pollinators, birds, mammals, and passive, nature-based opportunities for people. ​  You can learn more about Heather at her website pollinatorsnativeplants.com, and check out her Minnesota bee field guide nonprofit at beesmn.org   THE PLANTASTIC PODCAST The Plantastic Podcast is a monthly podcast created by Dr. Jared Barnes.  He's been gardening since he was five years old and now is an award-winning professor of horticulture at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX.  To say hi and find the show notes, visit theplantasticpodcast.com. You can learn more about how Dr. Jared cultivates plants, minds, and life at meristemhorticulture.com.  He also shares thoughts and cutting-edge plant research each week in his newsletter plant•ed, and you can sign up at meristemhorticulture.com/subscribe.  Until next time, #keepgrowing!

Michelle Reeser West, Director of Horticulture for Pointer Landscape, hosted the Garden Hotline with guests Bethany and Ariel from Wild Birds Unlimited.

Retired biologist Mark LaSalle joins the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast to talk about something almost every Mississippian has wondered — how do you get more hummingbirds in your yard?Mark explains which native plants attract hummingbirds and why they work better than feeders alone: cross vine, red buckeye, coral honeysuckle, coral bean, trumpet creeper, cardinal flower, and salvias. He talks about when hummingbirds arrive in Mississippi, why they return to the same yards year after year, and what most people don't know — that 80% of a hummingbird's diet is insects, not nectar.He also breaks down the one key rule for native plants: get them through the first year, and they'll largely take care of themselves after that. Good episode for anyone with a yard, a feeder, or a curious neighbor who keeps getting all the hummingbirds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the EcoNews Report our host Alicia Hamann from Friends of the Eel River is talking about the recently launched Eel River Native Plant Network. She's joined by her colleague at Friends of the Eel River, Julie Weeder, and Adam Canter, Wiyot Tribe Natural Resources Director, and Audrey Jackson, Wiyot Tribe Nursery Manager. When the Eel River dams are removed, we'll need possibly hundreds of thousands of pounds of native plant seeds to revegetate and restore the reservoirs. But it turns out that there's already a need for increased production of native plants within the Eel basin, just to support existing cultural and ecosystem restoration projects. The new Eel River Native Plant Network is connecting all kinds of folks to collaborate on increasing regional capacity to produce native plants, not just now, but for generations to come. Learn more about the network: https://www.eelrivernativeplantnetwork.org/Wiyot Tribe native plants in Soulatluk: https://www.wiyot.us/314/Native-PlantsSupport the show

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Sarah McAnulty (Biologist and Executive Director of Skype a Scientist) to discuss Squid and Native Plants in urban setting.  Topics include making science accessible to schools, getting the idea of native plants to an unsuspecting patron, marketing in unconventional ways, and the connection between education and art. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men, Outro music by Dave Bennett. Follow Skype a Scientist Here. Follow Sarah McAnulty Here. Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189. Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit our store Here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder, in for Bob Sirott, to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Good News For Gardeners: Native Plants On Parkways Can Grow To 36 Inches Under New City Rule: Previously, gardeners could be fined if native and pollinator garden […]

Jake Hayes, Owner of Deep Roots Native Nursery, joins Jon Hansen to talk about how he started growing native plants. With over 7,000 plants in his inventory, Jake is hoping to bring more native plants to our area. Jake shares his goal of working with plants full-time, his work in habitat restoration, and more. For […]

For Kailyn Palomares's monthly visit to the program, we hear from Ben French, Vice President of Propogation, Production and Product Development at Johnson Nursery in Menomonee Falls ..... one of the largest providers of native plants in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Like so many kids, Guy Hessell's first job was mowing lawns. When he started redesigning his parents' garden - with dubious results - they passed it off as a phase. But it didn't pass - and Guy went on to get a degree in ecology and ran a successful landscaping business. He was head gardener at Summerset Retirement Village, and Garden Manager at Whangarei Quarry Gardens. He's now sharing his wealth of gardening knowledge in a new book called Let's Go Native: From Back Yard to Bush, Landscaping with Native Plants. It includes how to create native gardens of any size, the benefits of riparian planting and practical advice for the complete beginner.

Send us Fan MailApril is National Native Plant Month, and in this episode we talk with Sustainability Specialist Kevin Harrison and Paul Kovalcik of our Stormwater Inspection & Maintenance (SWIM) department, unpacking what defines a "native plant" and why they matter for water quality and habitat. We talk about how native species support pollinators, and why losing host plants can impact the entire food web.We connect native landscaping to the Sewer District's stormwater management and stream-restoration projects, and explain how invasive species can take over when nothing has co-evolved to keep them in check.Our guests offer tips on how to choose the right tree for the right place, when to plant, and why starting small is the best advice for building a low-stress native garden. Other resources:NRCS - Natural Resources Conservation Service, a U.S. Department of Agriculture agency that provides a "PLANTS" (Plant List of Attributes, Names, Taxonomy, and Symbols) database with automated tools, weblinks, and references.https://plants.sc.egov.usda.gov/Cleveland Metroparks Tree Selector Tool - Enter in various site attributes for guidance on tree species selection for any type of planting project.   https://treeselector-clevelandmetroparks.com/tree-selector Rain Garden Manual for Homeowners - Courtesy of Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation District, this manual outlines rain garden terms and definitions, recommendations for creating the right garden for your property, and important diagrams and planting instructions. https://www.neorsd.org/Stormwater%20Form/landing%20page/2007_rain_garden_manual.pdf

Volunteers across Southern Idaho are restoring habitats with native plants, an effort now being celebrated at the Golden Eagle Audubon Society's upcoming Bluebird Jubilee.

In this episode of Architecture, Design & Photography, Trent Bell sits down with Mike Corsie of Terrapin Landscapes to talk about building a business from the ground up, evolving from lawn care into high-end design-build work, and creating landscapes that feel deeply rooted in Maine.  Mike reflects on 25 years in business, the turning points that helped shape Terrapin's identity, and the importance of craftsmanship, trust, and doing what you say you're going to do. The conversation also explores how landscape can tie architecture to place, why native plants and stone matter, and how great outdoor spaces become part of the experience of home.  They also get into the bigger picture: the realities of running a seasonal business, the pressures of creative work, the changing character of coastal Maine, and the tension between thoughtful development and preserving what makes a place feel authentic. About Terrapin Landscapes:  In 2001, Terrapin consisted of Mike Corsie, a truck, and a mower. He built a network of clients in the community around his home of Kennebunkport and delivered on the promise of deeply personal, quality work. Over the years, he invested what he earned back into the business, adding equipment and building an equally committed team. He connected with clients who wanted much more than a manicured lawn and began flexing the design principles that you recognize in Terrapin today: natural stonework, native plants, careful shoreline stabilization, and an overarching sense of belonging.  Today, Terrapin is recognized as one of Southern Maine's premier landscape companies, with a full-time crew of landscapers, masons, and horticulturists, a fleet of hard earned trucks, and a gorgeous design office in Arundel, ME. More from Terrapin Landscapes:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrapinlandscapes/  Website: https://terrapinlandscapes.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrapinlandscapes/ More from us:  Website: www.adppodcast.com  Instagram: http://instagram.com/adppod_

Replacing mulch with living layers that nourish soil, support wildlife, and gently teach us patience.What if you could stop mulching—and let plants do the work instead?In this episode, we explore “living mulch” with native groundcovers and layered plantings that support soil, wildlife, and a self-sustaining garden. Along the way: spring planting timing, a client story, and a gentle reminder—plants sleep, creep, then leap.

North American native species have captured the imaginations of gardeners all over the world, but only a few species have broken through to become horticultural staples. On this premiere episode of Fine Gardening's newly redesigned podcast, our expert guests join us from two widely acclaimed botanical gardens specializing in native plants. Listen in as they reveal some of their favorite overlooked species that do not get enough love from the gardening world, and that more of us across the country could be growing.  Melissa Starkey is the marketing and communications manager and an instructor at Mt. Cuba Center in Hockessin, Delaware.  Amy Galloway Medley is lead horticulturist at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center at the University of Texas at Austin.  Find the full plant list from this episode on our website: https://www.finegardening.com/article/super-cool-plants-podcast-episode-1-underappreciated-native-plants

Santino Lauricella, Education Manager at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve, explores the vital role native wildflowers play in healthy ecosystems. From spring ephemerals and pollinator-supporting plants to invasive species management and endangered plant protection, this episode highlights how the Preserve safeguards biodiversity in Bucks County's Pidcock Creek Valley. Listeners will also learn why native plants outperform non‑native ornamentals, how they reduce water use and maintenance, and which species can thrive in home gardens—all while discovering the ecological richness of Bowman's Hill's trails, forests, and meadows.Jill Manley, Senior Director at The M.S. Hershey Foundation, joins the podcast to discuss the long‑awaited reopening of the historic Hershey Theatre following a comprehensive 13‑month renovation. The episode explores how modern infrastructure upgrades—from new seating and lighting to advanced stage technology and accessibility improvements—were carefully balanced with preserving the theater's 1933 architectural character and Milton S. Hershey's legacy. Listeners will also hear about the Theatre's rich history, upcoming 2026 performances, behind‑the‑scenes Spotlight Tours, and why Hershey Theatre remains a cultural cornerstone for Central Pennsylvania.

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Lawns cover more American soil than any other irrigated crop — but who decided they should look this way, and at what cost? In this episode, we trace the centuries-old aristocratic tradition behind the modern lawn, expose the billion-dollar industry profiting from invasive grasses and toxic chemicals, and with the help of nature educator Jason Wise (aka Journeyman), we'll explore how your patch of green could become something far more prosperous. If you've ever questioned the monoculture outside your front door, this one's for you. Episode rundown: (00:00) - Chapter 1 (00:49) - Why are lawns a climate issue? (02:38) - How did lawns become popular? (06:05) - How is our community adapting their lawns? (12:34) - Tips to rewind your lawn from Jason Wise (aka Journeyman) (34:02) - Who's profiting off the lawn industry? (43:07) - Imagining a lawn-free future

Master Gardener, Emily Clem, and Extension Agent, Kathy Terry-Warner, dig deep on the subject of invasive plants.  Many of the invasives were originally planted for their ornamental look (think Wisteria, Nandina, Bradford Pear, English Ivy, etc.) but have since taken over and now threaten our native plants and wildlife. ACES (Alabama Cooperative Extension System) has designated 2026 as the Year of Invasive Plants! They encourage both education and eradication and are hosting a number of events for the public to participate in getting rid of these unruly plants in  communities and backyard landscapes. Links:https://www.aces.edu/https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.alcpl.org/https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/forestry-wildlife/2026-year-of-invasive-plants/https://www.weedwrangle.org/https://northalabama.wildones.org/events/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay    

Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. It's still conference season!  Tom shares his experience at his latest speaking engagement.  “That's Hot” is sticky in more ways than one. “This or That” tackles biodiversity, or lack thereof. Tom and Fran sink into a new Mt. Rushmore.  Are you listening to the end for our secret?  Intro music by RJ Comer, Outro music by Dave Bennett. That's Hot – Fran's Plant / Tom's Plant Read Fran's Article / Read Tom's Article Have a question or a comment?  Call (215) 346-6189 Have a comment?  Email info@nativeplantshealthyplanet.com Follow Native Plants Healthy Planet – Website / Instagram / Facebook / YouTube Follow Fran Chismar Here. Buy a T-shirt, spread the message, and do some good. Visit our store Here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We dig deep in the soil on the topic of Native Plants in the Chatham Park Planned Development District (PDD) with our guests Vanessa Jenkins, Executive VP for Preston Development Company, and Kurt Bland, President and CEO of Bland Landscaping, as well as Hillary Moody, who runs the Design and Estimating teams at Bland. Bland Landscaping has been helping Chatham Park since construction began back in 2015, and continues to help us keep our neighborhoods, greenways and common areas as healthy and green as they can be. Their website is:https://blandlandscaping.com/

Discount link for March 23, 2026 Botanic Bootcamp on the Power of Plant Selection. SHAUN MCCOSHUM'S BIO Shaun McCoshum is a certified, Senior Ecologist and Wildlife Biologist with over 20 years of experience restoring habitats, conducting research, and gardening. His work includes published scientific papers, books, and copious restoration plans from coast to coast including lands with bison, endangered plants, threatened pollinators, black bears, and mountain lions. His new book explores the pre-European ecology of North America and how habitats existed and explains how we can better mimic processes in our own yards to support habitat.  Shaun has kindly offered podcast listeners a discount of 30% of his new book! Use the code NHWG30 at the Princeton University Press website. THE PLANTASTIC PODCAST The Plantastic Podcast is a monthly podcast created by Dr. Jared Barnes.  He's been gardening since he was five years old and now is an award-winning professor of horticulture at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX.  To say hi and find the show notes, visit theplantasticpodcast.com. You can learn more about how Dr. Jared cultivates plants, minds, and life at meristemhorticulture.com.  He also shares thoughts and cutting-edge plant research each week in his newsletter plant•ed, and you can sign up at meristemhorticulture.com/subscribe.  Until next time, #keepgrowing!

Birds have lost many habitats they've called home for millions of years, but people can help create bird habitats wherever they live. It all begins with native plants. If you have a yard, or even just a few outdoor plant pots, you can offer native plants to birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Below, find online tools that show you native plant species ideal for your location. More info and transcript at BirdNote.org. Want more BirdNote? Subscribe to our weekly newsletter. Sign up for BirdNote+ to get ad-free listening and other perks.  BirdNote is a nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift makes these shows possible.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 WORT 89.9FM Madison · Native Plants Promote Biodiversity at Neighborhood Scale Amy Staffen(Photo courtesy Amy Staffen) Sue Carpenter(Photo courtesy University of Wisconsin Arboretum) Though a half a foot of new snow in the Madison area may suggest otherwise, gardening season is right around the corner.  Rather than fill your yard with exotic hostas and honeysuckle, consider some alternatives that provide benefits to your local ecosystem.  Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Conservation Biologist Amy Staffen and University of Wisconsin Arboretum Native Plant Garden Curator Susan Carpenter  joined Monday Buzz host Brian Standing on March 16, 2026. Featured image: Obedient plant is a perennial native plant that attracts pollinators. Photo credit: Jay Watson Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Native Plants Promote Biodiversity at Neighborhood Scales appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

For Kailyn Palomares's March visit to the Morning Show, she introduces us to Danielle Bell, an ecologist and owner of Native Roots Designs, a firm that helps people secure and utilize native plants in their landscaping. The program includes an extensive discussion of what makes native plants preferable.

Master Gardener Emily Clem talks with County Extension Agent, Lilly Oaks, about sun and shade mapping your garden. Proper planning is the key to a thriving yard and mapping is the first step. Identifying which spaces have the most sun, shade, drainage, and wind exposure is essential to know which plants will work in your landscape. Lilly highlights tools like the ShadeMap app to track the sun at your location. She also recommends North Carolina State Extension's plant tool to identify plants for specific conditions. Bottom line: knowing your yard's sun and shade positions can save you time, money, and effort in gardening.Links:https://www.aces.edu/  (Alabama Cooperative Extension)https://mastergardeners-limestonecountyalabama.org/https://www.alcpl.org/https://shademap.app/https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/Have questions about this episode? Email askalibrarian@alcpl.orgMusic by Pixabay    

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Is it important to understand the cultural context of a place? And how can landscape architects help us feel more connected to the natural world? This week, we're revisiting our most popular episode ever, a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation with Alfie Vick on Native American ethnobotany, environmental ethics, and the delicate balance between wildness and order.Alfie is the Georgia Power Professor of Environmental Ethics at the University of Georgia and the Director of its Environmental Ethics Certificate Program. A licensed landscape architect and LEED Fellow, his work focuses on preserving and strengthening natural systems while thoughtfully weaving in human use. Alongside his academic role, he continues to practice professionally, contributing to a range of LEED-certified projects,  including the LEED Platinum headquarters of the Southface Energy Institute in Atlanta.With Alfie as our guide, we explore the intersection of landscape architecture and Native American studies, reflect on how design and biophilia have evolved over time, and even share a memorable tip for naturally managing poison ivy. As conversations around land stewardship, belonging, and ecological responsibility continue to grow, it's no surprise this episode continues to resonate with listeners around the world.Biophilic Solutions is available wherever you get podcasts. Please listen, follow, and give us a five-star review. Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn and learn more on our website. #NatureHasTheAnswers

What does “native” really mean — and who decides?In this episode of Garden Dilemmas, Mary Stone explores native vs. invasive plants, urban gardens, biodiversity, and ecosystem balance.From dandelions to the marmorated stink bug, this episode reflects on what belonging means in a rapidly changing landscape. Inspired by Point State Park in Pittsburgh and the writings of Peter Del Tredici, Mary examines novel ecosystems, adaptation, and how urban environments balance native and non-native plants.A thoughtful look at nature, resilience, and coexistence.Link to the Companion Post: Native vs. Invasive Plants: Who Decides?  May we tend wisely, welcome thoughtfully, and grow together. Related Stories & Helpful Links:·         Ep. 99 - Wonders of Witch Hazel·         Wonders of Witch Hazel - Blog Post·         Point State Park, an Urban Garden- Pittsburgh, PA ·         Ep 157. Benefits of Plantain & Dandelion 'Weeds'·         Benefits of Plantain & Dandelion “Weeds” - Blog Post8888I'd love to hear your garden and nature stories, as well as your thoughts on topics for future podcast episodes. You can email me at AskMaryStone@gmail.com.   You can follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStone.You can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your favorite podcast app.Thank you for sharing the Garden of Life, Mary Stone Columnist & Garden DesignerMore about the Podcast and Column: Welcome to Garden Dilemmas, Delights, and Discoveries. It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from Mother Nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in, in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about. Thanks for tuning in, Mary Stone Garden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.comDirect Link to Podcast Page

Three interviews today! First, talking to Patty Ericsson and Preston Andrews of the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society about, yes, Native Plants and an upcoming grant opportunity. Then, filmmakers Caden and Ryland Butera discuss their new sci-fi feature film, Recollection. And finally, Melody Puller and Matt Goodrich from the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint stop in to […] The post February 19: Plants; Sci-Fi; Music appeared first on KRFY Radio.

Host/Producer: Amy Browne Immigration Legal Advocacy Project Maine update on ICE in Maine The Digital Security Discussion Group at the Witherle Memorial Library in Castine meets from 5 to 6 pm today and all are welcome. To register ffor the zoom link contact kathryn@witherlelibrary.net On Saturday, Great Pond Mountain Conservation Trust, Native Gardens of Blue Hill and 5 Star Orchard will present a screening of “The Buzz on Native Plants”, followed by a discussion and seed sowing – at the Alamo Theatre in Bucksport at 1pm Tickets and more information Maine Immigrant Rights Hotline 207-544-9989 Maine Immigrant Rights Resource Hub About the host: Amy Browne started out at WERU as a volunteer news & public affairs producer in 2000, co-hosting/co-producing RadioActive with Meredith DeFrancesco. She joined the team of Voices producers a few years later, and has been WERU's News & Public Affairs Manager since January, 2006. In addition to RadioActive, Voices, Maine Currents and Maine: The Way Life Could Be, Amy also produced and hosted the WERU News Report for several years. She has produced segments for national programs including Free Speech Radio News, This Way Out, Making Contact, Workers Independent News, Pacifica PeaceWatch, and Live Wire News, and has contributed to Democracy Now and the WBAI News Report. She is the recipient of the 2014 Excellence in Environmental Journalism Award from the Sierra Club of Maine, and Maine Association of Broadcasters awards for her work in 2017 and 2021. Theme music: BreakBeat Chemists I, 2015 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International License The post Around Town 1/28/26: Local News, Culture and Events first appeared on WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs Archives.

As we gear up to launch another season of incredible guest interviews we're revisiting a few of our most beloved episodes, starting with the fabulous Doug Tallamy.Over the course of his career, Doug has become a leading voice helping people understand why native plants matter and how simple and accessible it can be to support biodiversity right in your backyard. In this conversation, we talk about the power of keystone species, the remarkable progress he's made restoring native plants on his own Pennsylvania property, and the nonprofit he founded to inspire private landowners to be part of this growing movement.Dr. Tallamy has an incredible gift for breaking down big, complex environmental challenges into ideas that feel approachable rather than overwhelming, offering practical, common-sense ways to make a real and meaningful impact.Doug Tallamy  is the T.A. Baker Professor of Agriculture in the Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware, and the author of more than 100 publications, including Bringing Nature Home, The Living Landscape, Nature's Best Hope, and his most recent book, The Nature of Oaks.Biophilic Solutions is available wherever you get podcasts. Please listen, follow, and give us a five-star review. Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn and learn more on our website. #NatureHasTheAnswers

Herbariums, annotated collections of dried plant specimens first appeared in Italy almost 500 years ago.  In today's Growing Greener, Lea Johnson, Director of Conservation at the Native Plant Trust discusses why they remain an essential tool for those who track and study native plant populations, and the new technologies herbariums facilitate.

This week, Nathan makes a case that wet, soggy soil isn't a crisis but an opportunity to grow some wonderful plants that don't bat an eye at the boggy side of life! With this water-loving native plants, you can create a beautiful garden space that dry soil just can't provide.

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William Cullina, a leading expert on the propagation of native plants, describes the special insights about a species' adaptations and ecology that starting from seed provides, and offers simple tips for success with this endeavor.

This week on Sustainability Now!, your host, Justin Mog, rips out his lawn for an exciting conversation with Becca Trueman, a local advocate for native plants who is engaged with Kentucky Watershed Watch and Wild Ones Louisville. She serves on the board of the Kentucky Conservation Committee and is a former supervisor for the Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District. She was a presenter at the October 17, 2025 Ohio River Confluence on the topic of “Planting for Change: Native Plants as a Catalyst for Restoration, Community, and Advocacy” (you can see her slides at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1reRX3EWIgie2k0AXBueCj3JbhUEQSRoJ/view?usp=sharing). Listen in as we discuss how native plants help connect people, nature, and community. Cultivating native plants is an easy way to make a difference at home and small gardens and local efforts inspire learning and connection. We dive into the role that programs and partnerships play in making it easier for people to get involved; how community, education, policy, and business all work together; and why supportive city and county rules matter for native landscapes. But we also dive into larger scale change such as how restoration and native plants can grow local economies; how small efforts add up to massive collective impact; and how the same ideas that guide big restoration projects also work in our own backyards. Becca shares these resources: Kentucky Conservation Committee: https://kyconservation.org/ Kentucky Native Plant Society: https://www.knps.org/ Kentucky Invasive Plant Council: https://www.se-eppc.org/ky/ Kentucky Watershed Watch: https://www.kywater.org/ Kentucky Master Naturalist Volunteer Program: https://naturalist.mgcafe.uky.edu/ Wild Ones Louisville: https://louisville.wildones.org/ Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District: https://www.jeffcd.org/ Growing Natives KY-IN Swap Hub: https://www.facebook.com/groups/growingnatives As always, our feature is followed by your community action calendar for the week, so get your calendars out and get ready to take action for sustainability NOW! Sustainability Now! is hosted by Dr. Justin Mog and airs on Forward Radio, 106.5fm, WFMP-LP Louisville, every Monday at 6pm and repeats Tuesdays at 12am and 10am. Find us at https://forwardradio.org The music in this podcast is courtesy of the local band Appalatin and is used by permission. Explore their delightful music at https://appalatin.com

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