This week, Nathan continues his discussion on small plants for your small space! However, he is discussing the larger of the small plants…trees! Most small spaces can’t handle the scale of 40-60 feet maples and oaks, so Nathan discusses a few
Read MoreThe average size of our American landscapes is shrinking drastically! So, this week, Nathan explores small plants for small landscapes that still give you a big impact! It’s a two parter, so be sure to check out next week’s show as well!
Read MoreDo you ever get jealous of those magazine covers that flaunt those gorgeous fall containers? It's almost like the creators of the magazine have a secret recipe for designing them. This week, Nathan gives you three steps to creating a stunning
Read MoreThis week on New Southern Garden, we remember the events and lives lost on September 11 twenty years ago. Nathan talks about a beautiful memorial garden, The Garden of Reflection, located in Pennsylvania. Be sure to check out images and
Read MoreThis week, Nathan starts off the show with a brief discussion about one of his key inspirations in his gardening life and, really, life in general: his mother. Recently, he lost his mother to a battle with a strange and rare form of cancer. Thanks for
Read MoreThis week Nathan answers your questions! Mary wonders if now is a good time to hard prune her evergreen shrubs. Scott has a worm issue on all of his vegetable plants. Alma has a banana tree that needs a new home. Leigh wonders if she can s
Read MoreNathan discusses how-to grow your very own pomegranates! Pomegranates have been around the south since Spanish settlers brought them over in the 16th century. Much has changed since then, so Nathan gives you the recommendations you
Read MoreThis week Nathan answers your gardening questions!
Read MoreSummer wears down both the gardener and the garden! After your beautiful plants from spring have bloomed at least once and dealt with Southern heat and humidity, they might begin to look a bit sad. Yellow, "wilty", or brown leaves
Read MoreGet your coverage on! This week, Nathan talks about plants that work well to cover an unsightly view or cover and protect the soil. From arborvitaes to tea olives, Nathan talks about plants that grow large enough to create a screen or hedge to
Read MoreHappy July 4th weekend! In honor of America's birthday, Nathan discusses the people, the plants, and the places of the 1700s that have influenced the way we garden today. From Monticello to Southern Magnolia, it's a conversation suited to
Read MoreThis week, Nathan answers your gardening questions! He starts off by answering Shane's question about Japanese Pieris and ponders five different reasons why it might not be blooming. Then, Kathleen asks about plants that make great
Read MoreNathan just HAD to go to Hawaii over the past week for a family wedding. It just couldn't be helped. He had to go. But he came home with his observations of this tropical locale including the landscapes and plants he saw. Nathan was further inspired
Read MoreYour questions, Nathan's answers! This week, Nathan opens the mailbag to help you get growing and get growing well! This week, Carl asks what books are great for more information on perennial plants and Nathan gives his Top 4! Ashley
Read MoreThis week Nathan continues his discussion on the perennial garden! The most important thing you can do for your perennial plants is to provide them with an amazing soil before you even plant them! Perennials will be garden tenants for years
Read MoreNathan continues his discussion on the perennial garden in this week's episode as he talks about buying plants! Shopping for plants is always a fun activity! Whether you are buying them at a local plant nursery or through a mail-order nursery, plants
Read MoreThis week, Nathan answers your gardening questions! Rhoda in Gainesville, Ga. asks what kind of hydrangea she has and wonders why it doesn't bloom. Nathan identifies her shrub from the picture she sent and discusses the different types of hydrangeas
Read MoreThis week, Nathan helps guide you through selecting the best perennial plants for your perennial garden! Perennial plants are those wonderful garden tenants that survive year after year for several years- no annual replanting needed!
Read MoreAs spring develops, so does the variety of things we can begin to plant! This week, it should be getting warm enough to begin thinking seriously about planting tomatoes. Nathan gives the ins and outs on tomatoes and growing them in the
Read MoreOnions are highly favored crops because of their unique pungent flavor. This week, Nathan discusses the history of onions and their characteristics, their unique types and forms, and of course, how to grow them! Whether you like sweet or spicy, Nathan is here
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