Episodes

  • #99 - 3 Native Perennials for the Cutting Garden

    #99 - 3 Native Perennials for the Cutting Garden
    Jul 25 2024
    Would you like to incorporate more native plants in your garden or on your farm? Wondering which ones are not only beautiful and beneficial but also make great cut flowers? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three perennials native to various parts of the United States (Joe Pye Weed, Mountain Mint, and Goldenrod) to consider including in your cutting garden. They describe the plants and cover their value both out in the landscape and as cut flowers, growing tips and tricks, the proper harvest stage, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn how these native beauties can be enjoyed both outdoors and in! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Botanical Names: Eutrochium (Joe Pye Weed), Pycnanthemum muticum (Mountain Mint), Solidago (Goldenrod) Episode 95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process Episode 96 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen & Lisa ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    26 mins
  • #98 - 6 Great Grasses for Fall Bouquets

    #98 - 6 Great Grasses for Fall Bouquets
    Jul 18 2024
    Looking for interesting, textural elements to add to your autumn bouquets? Wondering which varieties of seed-grown grasses work well as fall crops? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six gorgeous grasses that are perfect for fall bouquets. For each cultivar (Frosted Explosion, Green Drops, Lowlander, Hylander, Lime Light, and Purple Majesty), they describe the flower / seed heads, plant height, days to maturity, coloration and form, special features, helpful tips, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn about the wide variety of looks and textures available in these stunning seed-grown grasses! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Grass Seeds ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    15 mins
  • #97 - Cosmos Variety Comparison

    #97 - Cosmos Variety Comparison
    Jul 11 2024
    Wondering which varieties of cosmos to grow in your garden or on your farm? Curious which blooms have the longest vase life, or which ones are must-have flowers for fall? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most popular varieties of cut-flower cosmos. For each cultivar (Double Click, Sensation Mix, Apricotta, Cupcakes Blush, Rubenza, Fizzy White & Afternoon White), they cover the typical bloom size, plant height, days to maturity, coloration (noting favorites for fall bouquets), flower form, special features, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn about the unique qualities of each variety and why they are all worth growing! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop: Cosmos Seeds ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    19 mins
  • #96 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen & Lisa

    #96 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen & Lisa
    Jul 4 2024
    Did you come to The Gardener's Workshop's Open Farm event this past weekend? If so, we are thrilled you were able to join us! Even if you were not able to attend, would you like a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the day's happenings? Today, Layne talks to flower experts and online course instructors Dave Dowling, Ellen Frost, and Lisa regarding their experiences at the Open Farm 2024 event. She chats with these special guests about the day's events, and they share valuable insights about farming, gardening, and floral arranging. Plus, Layne and Hrach (Layne's husband) talk about the seed scene at the warehouse and discuss the most popular seed of the day, how the three most common celosia forms relate to their botanical names, and fantastic flower options for fall blooms. Whether you were able to join us for the Open Farm or not, listen to the podcast to hear about some of the highlights of this special day! The video version of Layne's conversations with Dave, Ellen, and Lisa will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions:⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: ⁠All Online Courses⁠, Seeds Episode 43 - Open Farm Highlights with Dave, Ellen, Lisa & Val Episode 48 - Amaranth Growing Guide ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    19 mins
  • #95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process

    #95 - Flower Conditioning Products & Process
    Jun 27 2024
    Wondering how to maximize the vase life of your flowers? Unsure which flower conditioning products you should use and when? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of flower conditioning. They cover the importance of conditioning flowers and the process, from harvesting out in the field or garden to the vase, using four key products (pre-treatment, hydrating treatment, holding solution, and flower food). After walking through each of the products individually, they give overviews of the entire process for both home gardeners and flower farmers. Listen to the podcast and learn how to properly condition your flowers for beautiful, long-lasting bouquets! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Shop: Flower Conditioning Products ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    26 mins
  • #94 - Warm-Season Foliage Favorites

    #94 - Warm-Season Foliage Favorites
    Jun 20 2024
    Looking for different colors, forms, and textures of foliage to fill out your bouquets? Wondering which warm-season plants you can grow from seed to meet your needs? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three of their favorite foliage plants for the warm-season cutting garden, plus helpful harvesting tips for each one. Listen to the podcast and learn tips and tricks for growing and harvesting basil, eucalyptus, and hibiscus! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Episode 29 - Eucalyptus with Dave Dowling Shop: Basil Seeds, Eucalyptus Seeds, Hibiscus Seeds ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    13 mins
  • #93 - Growing Hydrangeas as Cut Flowers

    #93 - Growing Hydrangeas as Cut Flowers
    Jun 13 2024
    Looking for big, beautiful flowers to fill up your summer bouquets? Wondering how to grow, harvest, and store hydrangeas to ensure a long vase life and prevent wilting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of growing hydrangeas as cut flowers. They cover why they are a valuable addition to cutting gardens and flower farms, the optimal growing conditions and spacing, the proper harvest stage for fresh and dried use, how to strip the stems, conditioning tips, and more. Listen to the podcast and get ready to fill your summer bouquets with gorgeous, long-lasting hydrangea flowers! The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions! Mentions: ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" YouTube Playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Online Course: Cool Flowers from Seed to Harvest Online Course: ⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online: Bulbs, Perennials, Woodies & More!⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk" Topic Suggestion Form⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW iPhone App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (iOS App Store) ⁠⁠⁠⁠TGW Android App⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Google Play) ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to receive our weekly Farm News!⁠⁠⁠⁠ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    23 mins
  • #92 - 5 Common Cockscomb Questions

    #92 - 5 Common Cockscomb Questions
    Jun 6 2024

    Frustrated by cockscomb plants blooming on short stems? Confused by conflicting information about whether or not you should pinch your plants? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss five of the most common cockscomb (Celosia argentea cristata) questions. They cover pinching, which varieties are the best for drying, cockscomb varieties with the largest heads, the least seedy varieties, and issues with plants budding up or blooming prematurely on short stems. Listen to the podcast and learn the answers to some of the most frequently asked cockscomb questions!

    The video version of Lisa and Layne's conversation will be posted to The Gardener’s Workshop’s YouTube channel, where all “Seed Talk” episodes are organized into a ⁠⁠⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠⁠⁠. In addition, auto-generated transcripts are available for viewing on YouTube. If there is a question or topic you would like to hear discussed on a future episode of “Seed Talk”, please fill out the form linked below. We would love to hear your suggestions!

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    The ⁠⁠⁠⁠"Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne"⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gardener’s Workshop⁠⁠⁠⁠ and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener's Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the publisher of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online⁠⁠⁠⁠. Watch ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lisa’s Story⁠⁠⁠⁠ and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!
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    21 mins