Garden Gossip

Angela Laws - The World of Pet and House Sitting

This episode of Big Blend Radio features Angela Laws, veteran pet sitter and community manager for TrustedHousesitters, a global, pet-loving community on a mission to create a world where pets enjoy their owners’ vacations just as much as they do! Founded in 2010, TrustedHousesitters has connected thousands of pet owners and pet sitters worldwide through their mutual trust and love of animals. https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Stone - Historic Dana–Thomas House in Springfield, Illinois

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip" Home & Garden Show, travel writer Debbie Stones talks about her visit to the historic Dana-Thomas House in Springfield, Illinois.This 12,600-square-foot 1902 home is reportedly the best preserved of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie School houses. With this commission, Wright had an unlimited budget, not to mention a coveted opportunity to experiment with his “organic architecture” concepts. His client, Susan Dana, was a progressively-minded, wealthy heiress who wanted a unique home, mainly to entertain, as well as to espouse her own ideas about education and democracy. She hired the architect to “remodel” her deceased father’s place in Springfield and actualize her dreams of creating a showplace for the community – one which would let the world know her city was a model of progress and culture. Read Debbie's story here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/historic-dana-thomas-house-in-springfield-illinois/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Arlene Gould and Kelli West - Historic Homes and Gardens in Natchitoches, Louisiana

From pocket parks and gardens to historic sites and architectural walking tours, this episode of Big Blend Radio's 3rd Tuesday 'Go Natchitoches' Show focuses on historic homes and gorgeous gardens in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Featured guests are Arlene Gould and Kelli West of the Natchitoches Convention & Visitors Bureau.Founded in 1714, Natchitoches is the original French Colony and oldest city in Louisiana. The city features a charming historic downtown that runs along Cane River Lake, is home to the Cane River Creole National Historical Park, and Cane River National Heritage Area, and is also the final destination of El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail. Plan your visit here: https://natchitoches.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Debbie Stone - Chicago Botanic Garden

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's 'Garden Gossip' Show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures in Chicago Botanic Garden, a world-class destination. Every year, over one million people visit this acclaimed attraction. Situated on 385 acres on and around nine islands, with six miles of lake shoreline, the garden is impressive in size, range of garden styles, and quality of flora. It’s also a mecca for youth and adult educational programs, gardening assistance, research, horticulture therapy, exhibitions, carillon bell concerts, and other special events. Read Debbie's article on the garden here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/chicago-botanic-garden-is-a-vibrant-living-museum/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sabina Palermo - Hi Cacti: Growing Houseplants and Happiness

This episode of Big Blend Radio's Garden Gossip Show features Sabina Palermo, author of "Hi Cacti: Growing Houseplants and Happiness." Plant care is self-care. As we all know, spending time with nature reduces stress, anxiety and depression while boosting your immune system, reducing blood pressure, aiding sleep and improving concentration. "Hi Cacti" shares how to say hello to 20 easy-to-love houseplants, and goodbye to life’s stresses as you learn to mindfully care for your plants, and yourself. This book is perfect for budding beginners or green goddesses alike & rooted in a journey of self-awareness. Learn through mindful moments of watering, nurturing & simply appreciating plants how to grow alongside your own leafy buddies. More: https://hicacti.com/pages/hi-cacti-book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tori Cox - Houseplants and Pots

Enjoy a fun and lively Big Blend Radio "Garden Gossip" chat with Tori Cox, an avid houseplant and gardening hobbyist, potter, and crafter in Johnson City, Tennessee. Hear about the unique plant pots she crafts and some of her tips on caring for house plants. View her plant pot photo gallery and online shop here: https://www.torishandcrafted.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kris Kiser - Backyarding and Outdoor Living Spaces

It's all about Backyarding and Outdoor Living on this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Garden Gossip & Tree Talk" Show, with Kris Kiser, President of the Turf Mutt Foundation. From deciding what kind of outdoor space suits your lifestyle to what plants and trees to grow in your garden to make that space happen, this segment covers the joys and health benefits of gardening and backyarding, and how it creates a safe habitat for birds and wildlife, while providing a fun place for kids and pets to play in. Learn more about the Turf Mutt Foundation and check out their tips on how to Create the Perfect Outdoor Living Space here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/how-to-create-the-perfect-outdoor-living-and-work-room/ Special thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera. View her online gallery here: https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ole Homeplace Antiques - Sheila Fowler on BIg Blend Radio

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