Garden Gossip

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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Pacific Street Traders Mall and Village - Terry Seary on Big Blend Radio

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Greenwood’s Year ’Round Christmas - Don Greenwood on Big Blend Radio

This episode of Big Blend Radio was recorded onsite at Greenwood's Year 'Round Christmas, a wonderful shop full of ornaments and seasonal collectibles in historic downtown Gladewater, the Antique Capital of East Texas. Don Greenwood talks about his store and shares some of the legends behind Christmas ornaments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Visit to Bloedel Reserve - Debbie Stone on Big Blend Radio

On this episode of Big Blend Radio’s Garden Gossip show, travel writer Debbie Stone shares her adventures in Bloedel Reserve, a heavenly oasis on Bainbridge Island in Washington State. One of USA Today’s 2020 Top Ten Botanical Gardens, Bloedel’s vision is “To provide refreshment and tranquility in the presence of natural beauty.” The Reserve is a horticultural treasure that has been internationally recognized for its refined gardens, natural landscapes and preserved forests. Read Debbie' article here: https://blendradioandtv.com/listing/discover-a-heavenly-oasis-at-bloedel-reserve/Featured music is “Mori-Forest Song” by Yagull. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Visit to Longwood Gardens - Patricia Evans on Big Blend Radi

On this episode of Big Blend Radio's Garden Gossip Show, Patricia Evans gives an overview Longwood Gardens.Located in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, Longwood Gardens is the most visited public garden in America, and spans 1,100 acres featuring 20 indoor gardens, 20 outdoor gardens, meadows, and woodlands showcasing more than 11,000 types of plants. In addition, Longwood is home to the most significant fountain collection in North America, featuring 3 fountain gardens and countless individual fountains throughout the Gardens. More: https://longwoodgardens.org/Featured music is “Orchids & Waterfalls” by Michael and Spider. Thanks to the suggestion by Brad and Cindy Eck of nearby Wild Wisteria B&B, Longwood Gardens was a recent Pennsylvania destination on Big Blend’s Love Your Parks Tour. https://www.wildwisteriabnb.com/Thank you to fine art nature photographer Margot Carrera for sponsoring this episode. https://www.carrerafineartgallery.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.