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Ep 201. Dividing Perennials and Sharing Growth
Mary Stone discusses the beauty of early spring, the sunny faces of daffodils and their significance, and the roots of a family tradition of gathering cuttings from the family plot. Mary describes the benefits and the how-to of dividing perennials in early spring. She answers a listener's question about daffodil bulbs planted late and creating an instant garden of Easter leftovers. She ends by reflecting on personal growth and the importance of community and nature.Links to Related Posts and Podcasts:Episode 154 Root Pruning and the Journey of GrowthRoot Pruning and Journey of Growth – Blog Post 8888I'd love to hear your garden and nature stories and your thoughts about topics for future podcast episodes. You can email me at [email protected] can follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStone.Episode web page —Garden Dilemmas Podcast PageThank you for sharing the Garden of Life,Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer AskMaryStone.comMore about the Podcast and Column: Welcome to Garden Dilemmas, Delights, and Discoveries. It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from mother nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about. Thanks for tuning in, Mary Stone Garden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.comDirect Link to Podcast Page
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Ep 200. A Milestone in Our Journey Together
Mary Stone celebrates the 200th episode of the podcast, reflecting on the journey and the lessons gained from nature and gardens and thanking listeners for their help and kind support. She chats about her hopes to expand her reach, perhaps on YouTube, without being attached to outcomes. Like seeds, allow things to grow naturally and accept them for what they become, as we should accept each other in this Garden of Life.Related Episodes, Posts, and Helpful Links:A Milestone in Our Journey Together - Blog PostWood Frogs Sing for Spring - Blog Post with stunning photos by Blaine RothauserEp 20. Unexpected Furry Messenger, Father John's Memorial GardenEp 34. Forest Bathing, Willowwood Champion TreesEp 46. The Gift of Cut FlowersEp 31. Comedy of Crickets, Mayapple of My EyeEp 126. A Sunflower Maze Brings Happiness8888I'd love to hear your garden and nature stories and your thoughts about topics for future podcast episodes. You can email me at [email protected] can follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStone.Episode web page —Garden Dilemmas Podcast PageThank you for sharing the Garden of Life,Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer AskMaryStone.comMore about the Podcast and Column: Welcome to Garden Dilemmas, Delights, and Discoveries. It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from mother nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about. Thanks for tuning in, Mary Stone Garden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.comDirect Link to Podcast Page
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Ep 199. Wood Frogs Sing For Spring
Mary Stone shares the delight of Wood Frogs arriving in her pond and singing their mating calls. Previously, Bullfrogs and Spring Peepers were the only frog residences. Mary highlights the role of frogs and toads in pest control and as indicators of environmental health. She recalls her Frog Watch USA training, a simple way listeners can help count species in their neck of the woods to help save our wetlands. She wraps ups with a personal story about interning her friend Gene Martin's ashes in West Virginia, reflecting on the beauty of the journey and the joy and significance of being present in nature.Thank you for tuning in. Related Episodes, Posts, and Helpful Links:Wood Frogs Sing for Spring - Blog Post with stunning photos by Blaine RothauserEp 131. Ponds vs. Lakes and Vernal PoolsEp 30. Attracting Toads, Frog Watch USAAttracting Toads to Your Garden - Blog PostNJ Division of Fish & Wildlife PDF about Wood Frogs and Online Field Guide for Reptiles and AmphibiansPrevious Story about my friend Gene MartinEp 120. Blessing Moth & Bottle TreesA Magical Blessing Moth – Blog Post 8888I'd love to hear your garden and nature stories and your thoughts about topics for future podcast episodes. You can email me at [email protected] can Follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStone.Episode web page —Garden Dilemmas Podcast PageThank you for sharing the Garden of Life,Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer AskMaryStone.comMore about the Podcast and Column: Welcome to Garden Dilemmas, Delights, and Discoveries. It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from mother nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about. Thanks for tuning in, Mary Stone Garden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.comDirect Link to Podcast Page
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Ep 198. Pruning Lavender and Rejuvenating Shrubs
Mary Stone discusses early spring garden tasks, such as rejuvenating shrubs and removing dead wood. She describes the process of rejuvenating shrubs and the protocols for pruning lavender and concludes with wisdom gained from the rhythms of nature. Spring is a perfect time to clean our homes, gardens, and gardens of life, including improving our collective outlook, as reflected in Langston Hughes's poem, The Dream Keeper. Thanks for tuning in!Related Podcasts you'll enjoy:Companion Blog Posts: Rejuvenating Shrubs & Garden of Life and Pruning Lavender & Woody PerennialsEp 26. Folklore of Hope - Planting Following NatureEp 173. Oakleaf Hydrangea for All SeasonsEp 196. Encouraging Indoor Spring Blooms of Hope8888I'd love to hear your garden and nature stories and your thoughts about topics for future podcast episodes. You can email me at [email protected] can Follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStone.Episode web page —Garden Dilemmas Podcast PageThank you for sharing the Garden of Life,Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer AskMaryStone.comMore about the Podcast and Column: Welcome to Garden Dilemmas, Delights, and Discoveries. It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from mother nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about. Thanks for tuning in, Mary Stone Garden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.comDirect Link to Podcast Page
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Ep 197. Favorite Spring Planted Bulbs - Koleen’s Corncob Robber
Mary Stone shares her design colleague and dear friend Marty Carson’s favorite summer flowering bulbs to plant in spring, adding a few other hardy deer-resistant corms to the list. A discussion on using bone meal while planting bulbs as a squirrel deterrent leads to Koleen’s saga of a typo in a description of corn she ordered from a seed catalog, which turned into a humorous squirrel dilemma. Mary concludes by sharing her concern for her friend Marty after a recent emergency surgery. Life can change in a moment. Let us cherish every single day and season of our lives.Related Posts and Podcasts you'll enjoy:Favorite Spring Planted "Bulbs" - Blog Post Phil’s Squirrel DilemmaBulbs to Extend Spring Blooms - Blog Post Ep 81. Bulbs Extending Blooms & Deterring Squirrels8888I'd love to hear your garden and nature stories and your thoughts about topics for future podcast episodes. You can email me at [email protected] can Follow Garden Dilemmas on Facebook and Instagram #MaryElaineStone.Episode web page —Garden Dilemmas Podcast PageThank you for sharing the Garden of Life,Mary Stone, Columnist & Garden Designer AskMaryStone.comMore about the Podcast and Column: Welcome to Garden Dilemmas, Delights, and Discoveries. It's not only about gardens; it's about nature's inspirations, about grasping the glories of the world around us, gathering what we learned from mother nature, and carrying these lessons into our garden of life. So, let's jump in in the spirit of learning from each other. We have lots to talk about. Thanks for tuning in, Mary Stone Garden Dilemmas? AskMaryStone.comDirect Link to Podcast Page
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