How's the Weather?

How's the Weather?

Author: Golden Acre Home and Garden July 9, 2023 Duration: 46:29

What's the most common topic of conversation among gardeners? THE WEATHER! Yep, our gardens are always exposed to the elements, and every weather event from sun to rain to snow can have an impact...good and bad. Let's do what we gardeners do best. Let's talk about it!

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In this weeks episode ....

  • 00:00 | Introduction
  • 05:30 | Snow in the Garden
  • 10:30 | Timing tasks around the weather
  • 14:20 | Thunderstorms in the Garden
  • 20:50 | Rain in the Garden
  • 24:00 | Heat in the Garden
  • 26:25 | Fog & Cloud in the Garden
  • 29:00 | Wind in the Garden
  • 30:50 | Humidity in the Garden
  • 35:35 | Reasons to watch your garden in different weather
  • 40:30 | Myth: Watering plants mid summer day
  • 42:30 | Question of the Week - 'Growing Japanede Maple'
  • 45:40 | Next Week....  

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RESOURCES

Weather in Canada | LINK

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK 

This question was sent to us on Instagram from Carol who asks >>>

"Help! My sister has Japanese Maples in her garden in Vancouver, BC. I'd like to grow them here in Calgary, but I can't find them anywhere! How can I do it?"

 

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NEXT WEEK 

The gardeners are getting the munchies as they explore various edible plants like herbs, flowers, and veggies! Catch that episode next Sunday at 8AM MT. 


Ever find yourself staring at a wilting houseplant or a patch of backyard dirt, unsure where to even begin? That's the exact spot where The Helpful Gardeners finds its footing. This isn't a lecture from a distant expert; it's a conversation between two people who genuinely love turning spaces into places. Colin brings his certification and decades of hands-in-the-dirt knowledge from working in all sorts of climates, while Brandi comes at it with a beginner's curiosity and the willingness to ask the questions you might be thinking yourself. Each episode of this podcast from Golden Acre Home and Garden feels like pulling up a chair in a friendly, sunlit shed. You'll hear practical, real-world advice on everything from landscaping fundamentals and seasonal garden tasks to keeping your indoor jungle thriving. They tackle specific problems, share successes and failures, and break down complex topics into manageable steps. Released three times a week, this regular dose of guidance aims to build your confidence, whether you're cultivating a windowsill herb garden or planning a major backyard overhaul. Tune in for the kind of relatable, grounded chat that makes the whole process feel less like a chore and more like a rewarding discovery.
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