History is an important aspect of gardening… especially in the South. We grow the kinds of plants we grow today mainly because our ancestors grew them in days past. In this episode of New Southern Garden, Nathan introduces his Top 5 Plants That Made The South, discusses their history, and makes a case for why we should still grow them in our modern Southern gardens. Learn something new about these really old plants!
Read MoreHave a small garden but want to impress the neighborhood? Nathan discusses the best of best small plants that will not only thrill the neighbors but will make you feel successful in your small space. Need a small plant for a tight spot? No problem. Nathan's got the plant for you!
Read MoreVegetable gardening is a big part of horticultural activities here in the South! Nathan gives his top tips for veggie gardening and discusses several types of crops we love. If you need to beef up your vegetable gardening skills, listen immediately!!
Read MoreThe pollinator gardening conversation continues with more details on specific butterfly species and plants they require! Nathan discusses his Power Plants for Pollinators- a collection of perennials, trees, and shrubs that are necessary to attract butterflies and other pollinators to your garden. Don’t forget to learn the basics of pollinator gardening in Episode 10.
Read MoreNathan discusses different pruning techniques you can use to achieve certain effects in the southern garden. Whether you want a happy hedge or some pollarded peaches, Nathan will explain how to prune your plants so they do what you want them to. Be sure to learn the basics of pruning before adventuring into these more complex methods in Episode 7.
Read MoreWhat in the world is a “geophyte?” It’s just a technical term for a plant that has some kind of storage unit under ground— basically a bulb, tuber, corm, or rhizome. If you want to increase your daffodil garden or make more baby tulips, Nathan explains several ways to propagate each kind of “geophyte.” Often overlooked, these underground plants can really make an impact in the southern garden so be sure to add more bulbs, tubers, corms, and rhizomes with these simple tips.
Read MoreSometimes in the South, our winters can get a bit…frosty. Do you know how to protect your plants when Jack Frost comes to town? Join Nathan as he explains different methods you can use to keep your plants nice and protected during winter.
Read MoreAre you digging a good hole or a bad hole? Ensuring success in the garden usually begins with proper planting techniques. Be sure you are digging the best hole for your new plant baby as Nathan explains how.
Read MoreConifers are necessary in every great garden! Conifers include Arborvitae, Cryptomeria, Junipers, Cedars, False Cypress, Bald Cypress, and Dawn Redwoods- just to name a few- and Nathan lets you know the best of the best for your southern garden!
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