Plant Connection: A Plant Podcast to Reconnect You With Nature, One Plant At A Time

Lisa Cutshaw
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Do you ever feel stressed, stretched thin, and in need of a break from it all? You’re not alone. Welcome to Plant Connection. If you’re looking to reconnect with the world and find balance in the chaos, this plant podcast is for you. I’m your host, Lisa Cutshaw, a landscape architect and erstwhile plant ecologist – nature lover, farmer, hiker, seeker – and if you’re interested in exploring ways to deepen your relationship with nature and explore the many benefits that come with it, you are in the right place. In each episode, we’ll explore how plants, trees, and nature’s wisdom can help you restore a sense of peace and connection. The goal? To bring nature back into your life, no matter where you are, and help you feel more grounded, peaceful, and connected to both yourself and the world around you. Whether you’re just starting your journey into the world of plants or you’ve always been curious about our connection with nature, this is the place for you. Subscribe to Plant Connection now on your favorite podcast platform. Let’s reconnect – one plant at a time.

  1. 10H AGO

    Brambles and Berries: The abundance of blackberry

    Eleven hundred years ago, Anglo-Saxon doctors in what is now England had a reference book to help them treat ailments, and blackberry played a key role in healing a potentially deadly illness that was all too common. And the recipe is something that modern healers might even use! In this episode, we dig into how blackberry has been used for medicine over the years, how we can grow it in our own gardens, and how we can enjoy it with our famiiles. Covered in this episode: A remedy for dysentery from the Leechbook of Bald.Why Hippocrates soaked blackberry leaves in white wine.The ecology of blackberries.How to grow blackberries in your garden.How to tell blackberries from raspberries. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection-a-plant-podcast-to-reconnect-you/id1801774758

    12 min

  2. MAY 12

    Tulip: the flower that broke the economy and fed a nation

    Episode Description What do the Hunger Winter, a 17th century financial bubble, and a children’s cartoon have in common? Tulips. In this episode, we dig into the surprising history of one of spring’s most beloved flowers, from its role in a financial crisis to its part in helping a people survive a very difficult winter. Covered in this episode: The life-saving role of the tulip in the Hunger Winter of 1944-45.The Tulip Mania of the 1630s and how a virus led to great beauty.Tulip’s importance in its native homeland and how it got to Europe.How to grow tulips in your garden.Which modern varieties can give you a similar effect to the varieties that were so popular during Tulip Mania. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection-a-plant-podcast-to-reconnect-you/id1801774758

    10 min

  3. APR 28

    The Carpenter's Deal: How One Man Saved an Ash Tree With Silver

    Three hundred years ago, an entire English village rose up to save an ash tree. Listen to see how the authorities worked to find a solution. Ash trees are a common sight across much of the temperate world, so it’s no surprise that many cultures have developed deep lore and cultural affection for them. In this episode, we explore how ash trees have shaped mythology, craft, and aviation. Covered in this episode: The story of Richard Patchett, a carpenter and church warden who exchanged nearly a year’s wages to compensate the church congregation for the loss of a beloved ash tree.How ash figures in Norse, Celtic, and Native American mythology.The surprising reason the Wright Brothers used ash wood in the first airplane.The ongoing loss of ash to the emerald ash borer. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection-a-plant-podcast-to-reconnect-you/id1801774758

    11 min

  4. APR 14

    Redbud: A little plant that triumphed against the odds

    Episode Description Redbud offers both beauty and healing, and it does it all with style. In this episode, we explore how controversy rocked one state as it debated whether to make red bud the official state tree. Covered in this episode: The story of Governor E. Marland’s quandary over whether to sign the bill.The healing properties of redbud.How to grow redbud in your garden. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection-a-plant-podcast-to-reconnect-you/id1801774758

    7 min

  5. MAR 31

    Rhubarb: A Plant worth risking death to possess

    Rhubarb has been a shockingly important plant throughout history. In this episode, we explore how rhubarbs’ medicinal qualities made it one of the most valuable plants in Europe for hundreds of years, leading to one doctor risking his life to bring some back to his home in Scotland. Covered in this episode: The story of Dr. James Mounsey smuggling rhubarb from Russia to Scotland.The mythical roots of rhubarb.How to grow rhubarb in your garden. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection-a-plant-podcast-to-reconnect-you/id1801774758

    8 min

  6. MAR 17

    Flowering Cherry: Persistence in Bloom

    Episode Description The flowering cherry tree is an icon of spring beauty. In this episode, we explore how one woman worked for decades to bring that beauty to a little corner of her city, to the delight of generations of visitors. From the mountains and gardens of Japan to the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, join me as we explore the unlikely journey to a cherry tree garden along the Potomac. Covered in this episode: The tireless persistence of Eliza Scidmore.Where flowering cherries come from.What flowering cherries can symbolize.How to grow flowering cherries in your garden. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection-a-plant-podcast-to-reconnect-you/id1801774758

    8 min

  7. MAR 3

    The Rhododendron: As Beautiful As It Is Dangerous

    The rhododendron is a beautiful and celebrated flower, but people and animals also need to be careful around them. In this episode, we explore the fascinating story of rhododendrons. There are over 1,000 species of rhododendrons worldwide, and festivals are held to celebrate them. Rhododendrons are also the source of “mad honey”, which was said to have been left deliberately in the mountains to weaken Roman soldiers. From ancient legends to modern-day celebrations, from hidden dangers to tips for growing them in your own garden, this is a story of beauty, caution, and cultural legacy that come together through one remarkable plant. Covered in this episode: Exploring the rhododendron’s history.Are rhododendrons poisonous?How rhododendrons were used as a trap set for Roman soldiers.Rhododendron festivals and the blooms of Roan Mountain.The difference between rhododendrons and azaleas.How to grow rhododendrons in your garden. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favourite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection/id1801774758 CREDITS Research - Shannon Vance Produced by Claricast.

    10 min

  8. FEB 17

    The Story Of Camellia - The Flower Inside 5 Billion Cups Of Tea A Day

    Every day, around five billion cups of tea are drunk around the world. But few people know about the flower that their tea comes from. In this episode, we explore Camellia sinensis - the flowering plant behind so many varieties of tea, from green to black to oolong. We take a look back more than 4000 years ago to uncover the story of Emperor Shennong, the Chinese ruler said to have discovered tea by accident, and follow how the plant spread across the world. The Camellia flower has become a symbol for numerous movements, and tea is a staple drink across continents for its flavor and health benefits. If you’d like to know a little more about the flower behind the world’s most consumed drink (behind water), grab yourself a cup of tea, and take a listen to this episode. Covered in this episode: The history of tea.How tea spread across the world.The health benefits of drinking tea.How the camellia flower made its way to America.The symbolism that the camellia flower has become known for.How to grow camellia at home.And more… If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe to Plant Connection on your favourite podcast platform so you don’t miss the next one. LEARN MORE Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rootstemleafblog/ Root Stem Leaf - https://www.rootstemleaf.com/ LISTEN Plant Connection - https://plant-connection.captivate.fm Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZDb9ovKXRTomKYnyqF8Rv Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-connection/id1801774758 CREDITS Script - Jacob Ashton (https://jacobashton.net/) Research - Adriana Gogolin Produced by Claricast.

    14 min
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Do you ever feel stressed, stretched thin, and in need of a break from it all? You’re not alone. Welcome to Plant Connection. If you’re looking to reconnect with the world and find balance in the chaos, this plant podcast is for you. I’m your host, Lisa Cutshaw, a landscape architect and erstwhile plant ecologist – nature lover, farmer, hiker, seeker – and if you’re interested in exploring ways to deepen your relationship with nature and explore the many benefits that come with it, you are in the right place. In each episode, we’ll explore how plants, trees, and nature’s wisdom can help you restore a sense of peace and connection. The goal? To bring nature back into your life, no matter where you are, and help you feel more grounded, peaceful, and connected to both yourself and the world around you. Whether you’re just starting your journey into the world of plants or you’ve always been curious about our connection with nature, this is the place for you. Subscribe to Plant Connection now on your favorite podcast platform. Let’s reconnect – one plant at a time.

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