Flower Power Garden Hour

Marlene Simon

Gardening

Native Plants

Tomatoes

Irrigation

Montana

Cold Zone Gardening

Pollination

Gardening Techniques

Berries

Plant Biology

Pests

Social Media

Drought Tolerant Plants

Sustainable Gardening

Gardening Mysteries

Education

North Carolina State University

USDA

Be Water Smart

Agatha Christie

Musings with people in the world of gardening, botany, horticulture and nature. Marlene takes her years of gardening experience, success and failures and turns it into an unpretentious, humorous listen. From organic vegetable gardening, houseplants, bee keeping, flowers, and everything in between -- this podcast covers it.

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	233	Founded	8 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	Home & GardenLeisureScienceNature

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Latest Episodes

FPGH 231: Amorphophallus & the Corpse Flower, with Plant Explorer Derek Carwood

To smell and see a Titan Arum in bloom is pretty spectacular, but what really fascinates me is the evolution and incredible diversity within the entire Amorphophallus genus. In this episode, I'm joined by Amorphophallus expert and plant explorer Dere... more

15 Mar 2026 • 1 hr 32 min

FPGH 230: March To Do List + Listener Q&A

Not sure if it's time to plant tomatoes or if you can squeeze in another round of broccoli? Bruce and I will break down what garden tasks could and should be done in March. Plus we answer your questions. What exactly are those bumps on trees?! Hmmmm.... more

7 Mar 2026 • 54 min

FPGH 229: Top 10 Favorite Fragrant Plants

Looking to add a fragrant touch to your bedroom window or entry way? Bruce and Marlene each give their top 10 favorite fragrant plants. Will yours be on the list? And we also reveal our most obnoxious smelling plants.

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26 Feb 2026 • 1 hr 2 min

FPGH 228: Seed Starting

There are many benefits for starting plants from seeds. But what are the best techniques for success. Bruce and Marlene go into detail on the basics and discuss more advanced seed starting requirements.

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15 Feb 2026 • 1 hr 8 min

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Recent Guests

Brendan Wilce

Conservation Program Coordinator at the California Native Plant Society

California Native Plant Society

Episode: FPGH 220: Brendan Wilce, of the California Native Plant Society

Kayden Rsenbauer

Certified arborist at Sacramento Tree Foundation

Sacramento Tree Foundation

Episode: FPGH 217: Kayden Rsenbauer of the Sacramento Tree Foundation

Cheryl Buckwalter

Landscape liaison and longtime garden landscape consultant, educator, and designer.

Episode: Flower Power Garden Hour 211: Creating a cool (heat-wise) yard, with Cheryl Buckwalter

Amber Villarreal

Flower farmer and Instagram personality

Redhead Flowerbed

Episode: Flower Power Garden Hour 209: Flowers, with Amber Villarreal of Redhead Flowerbed

Ed Laivo

Expert in fruit trees with 48 years of experience.

Edable Solutions

Episode: Flower Power Garden Hour 205: Peaches and Nectarines with Ed Laivo of @ed_able_solutions

Anthony Dal Ben

Maintenance engineer and DIY enthusiast

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Episode: FPGH 203: Anthony Dal Ben, Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition

Elaine Fitzgerald

Winner of the Summer Strong Yard Contest

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Episode: FPGH 202: Elaine Fitzgerald, Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition

Derek Haynes

Known as the Chocolate Botanist, a passionate gardener and plant biologist.

Social Media Influencer

Episode: Flower Power Garden Hour 197: The Chocolate Botanist, Derek Haynes

Robert Pavlis

Expert in soil science and author of several gardening books

Garden Fundamentals

Episode: Flower Power Garden Hour 196: Soil science, with Robert Pavlis of Garden Fundamentals

Hosts

Marlene Simon

Host with extensive gardening experience who shares both successes and failures; offers unpretentious and humorous insights.

Bruce

Co-host who shares gardening insights alongside Marlene, contributing to engaging discussions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 213 ratings

Love love the podcast
I’ve been watching Marlene on tv for years. With her podcast I listen anytime I want. Love all of her humor and great plant advice.
Apple Podcasts
5
Hamandegg2
United States5 months ago
Love Marlene’s new Co-Host!
Long time listener, and I love the addition of Bruce! I garden in the Northeast and the Southwest, so your balance of knowledge is perfect! Please keep it up! 👍
Apple Podcasts
5
Kurt in NWCT
United States9 months ago
Great Podcast!
I was able to follow this podcast all the way through without my mind wandering!!
Apple Podcasts
5
A Garden Fairy
United States9 months ago
I have a notebook for this podcast now.
There has never been a podcast I have ever had the desire to listen to twice, not even my all time favorite crime podcast. 😆 This podcast upped my garden game and now I am re listening to old episodes and taking notes.
Things I learned about
Bugs-they aren’t all bad- except for aphids. Those guys are terrible
Water-plants need it, but I need to save it
Compost
My orchids don’t actually hate me, they just need cooler temps to bloom.
A lot of succulents need seasons
Being greener
And sometimes ... more
Apple Podcasts
5
suji123456
United States2 years ago
I learn a lot every listen.
I love this show. The tip, the guests, the cats, all of it. It’s such a fun listen and the back and forth between Marlene and Joe is great. This has fast become one of my favorite gardening podcasts. Thanks for producing it.
Apple Podcasts
5
Masonic Traveler
United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critics mention a need for more actionable advice in certain episodes, but overall feedback remains overwhelmingly positive.

Listeners appreciate the humorous and engaging tone, making the complexities of gardening enjoyable and accessible.

Followers love the banter between the hosts, which adds a relatable dynamic to the educational content.

There is a strong emphasis on expert advice paired with personal anecdotes that resonate with both novice and experienced gardeners.

The interactive Q&A format is a hit, allowing listeners to connect and learn directly from their inquiries.

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Apple Podcasts	#54	United States/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts	#132	Canada/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts	#43	Italy/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts	#94	Australia/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts	#151	France/Leisure/Home & Garden
Apple Podcasts	#21	Brazil/Leisure/Home & Garden

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

FPGH 230: March To Do List + Listener Q&A

Q: Is there any chance for a mulberry tree with bumps (galls) to recover or should it be removed?

Discussed galls vs burls, advised consulting an arborist for mature trees showing signs of disease or structural risk, and suggested not pruning aggressively now to avoid worsening the situation.

FPGH 230: March To Do List + Listener Q&A

Q: I wanted to ask you about my African milk tree. I had it outside up against the wall. It got pretty cold outside and it started to rot. How can I help this plant?

Identify it as Euphorbia trigona (African milk tree). It cannot tolerate frost well; cut away rotted ends, take cuttings from healthy stem, let them callus, then root in dry medium; ensure very dry conditions and good drainage.

FPGH 230: March To Do List + Listener Q&A

Q: Hello, I was wondering if you could tell me why my tree only lost half of its leaves.

They discussed abscission zones in oaks and noted that younger oaks may not have a fully developed abscission layer, so dead leaves can stay on one side as new growth pushes them off in spring.

FPGH 227: February To Do List

Q: Can I move a small queen palm?

Yes, you can move it, especially since it's young and adaptable, but be sure to take a good portion of the root system.

FPGH 227: February To Do List

Q: How do I take care of my air plants? Do I put them in water?

You should mist or dunk air plants quickly in water, making sure they dry out afterward to avoid drowning them. They want bright light but not direct sunlight that cooks them.

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Listeners can expect an engaging exploration of gardening, horticulture, and botany, infused with humor and relatable anecdotes. Covering a wide array of topics such as seed starting, seasonal gardening tasks, and care for specific plants like holiday favorites or drought-resistant species, the discussions provide a blend of practical advice and personal storytelling. Episodes also frequently feature listener Q&As, making it interactive and informative for gardeners of all skill levels. The hosts emphasize sustainable practices and the joys of gardening, fostering a community where knowledge and experiences are shared in a light-hearted manner.

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1. "Davis Garden Show and Beyond" on KDRT
2. The joe gardener Show - Organic Gardening - Vegetable Gardening - Expert Garden Advice From Joe Lamp'l
3. grow, cook, eat, arrange with Sarah Raven & friends
4. Beyond the Garden Basics Podcast
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1. Brendan Wilce
2. Kayden Rsenbauer
3. Cheryl Buckwalter
4. Amber Villarreal
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6. Anthony Dal Ben
7. Elaine Fitzgerald
8. Derek Haynes

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