Gardening Simplified

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Gardening Simplified

Introducing Gardening Simplified, a new radio show and podcast from Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs. Hosted by life-long gardeners Rick Vuyst and Stacey Hirvela, the Gardening Simplified show is designed to share our love of plants and gardening. Whatever your skill or experience level, you’ll find something interesting, useful, and just plain fascinating in every episode.

  1. 2D AGO

    Nativars

    Nativars - a contraction of "native" and "cultivar" - get a bad rep from some people. But is it deserved? Find out the facts and opinions surrounding these controversial plants.

    55 min

  2. APR 12

    Pruning Pointers

    Tis the season - for pruning! We know that's scary to some, so we're giving you the basics you need to make pruning decisions in your landscape. Featured shrub: Perfecto Mundo Double Purple reblooming azalea.

    44 min

  3. APR 5

    Spring Ephemerals

    They're short-lived but much anticipated! Spring ephemerals are a sign of sunnier days and warmer weather, which we could really use here in West Michigan. Featured shrub: Legend of the Small fothergilla.

    46 min

  4. MAR 29

    Spring Tasks - What to Do and When to Do It

    Spring is here and with it, the return of garden tasks. Join us to learn what to do and when to do it. Featured shrub: Show Off Sugar Baby forsythia.

    55 min

  5. MAR 22

    Plants We Hate

    Every gardener has at least one plant they can’t stand. Whether it’s due to aesthetics, invasiveness, or a bad experience, some plants just aren’t for everyone. Find out what plants we hate and hear what listeners had to say about the plants that make their “no thanks” list.

    43 min

  6. MAR 15

    Covering Ground - All About Ground Cover Plants

    So much ground to cover! Learn about plants that work well and ones that are best to avoid when it comes to ground covers. Featured shrub: Spilled Wine weigela.

    46 min

  7. MAR 8

    Plants You Can't Kill

    Looking for the toughest, most durable plants for your garden or landscape? They're in this episode! Featured shrub: Low Scape Mound aronia.

    58 min

  8. MAR 1

    The Lavender Show

    Lavender is one of the most beloved garden plants - and also one of the most frustrating. That's why we're devoting an episode to growing it! Featured shrub: Bloomerang Dark Purple lilac.

    55 min
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    About

    Introducing Gardening Simplified, a new radio show and podcast from Proven Winners ColorChoice Shrubs. Hosted by life-long gardeners Rick Vuyst and Stacey Hirvela, the Gardening Simplified show is designed to share our love of plants and gardening. Whatever your skill or experience level, you’ll find something interesting, useful, and just plain fascinating in every episode.

    Information

    • Creator
      Newsradio WOOD 1300 and 106.9 FM (WOOD-AM)
    • Years Active
      2022 - 2025
    • Episodes
      138
    • Rating
      Clean
    • Copyright
      © Copyright Newsradio WOOD 1300 and 106.9 FM (WOOD-AM)
    • Show Website
      Gardening Simplified

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