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Flower Power Garden Hour

Marlene Simon
Gardening
Native Plants
Tomatoes
Irrigation
Montana
Vegetable Gardening
Pollination
California
Cold Zone Gardening
Plant Biology
Flowers
Berries
Gardening Techniques
Staghorn Ferns
Sustainable Gardening
Sacramento
Water Conservation
Drought Tolerant Plants
Social Media
Watering Techniques

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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Latest Episodes

It's spooky season and some plants can be downright deadly. Listen to Bruce and I talk about poisonous, venomous and other plants you should grow with caution. Which one am I most frightened of at work?

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Who needs flowers when you have foliage like this. Bruce and I give our top 10 foliage plants that will enhance any garden. Some plants made both of our lists, while I was surprised a few didn't make Bruce's.

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October is the perfect month to plant almost anything… perennials, bulbs, most fall/winter veggies and more. Bruce gives his bulb planting tips, we discuss garden chores and answer some of your questions.

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The blooms of spring and summer may be fading but there are plenty of plants that bring color and interest to the fall garden. Bruce and I discuss plants that hit their stride in Fall.

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Recent Guests

Julie Schwartz
Veterinarian, PhD in Comparative Pathology
UC Davis
Episode: FPGH.244: Gardening with cats
Derek Carwood
Horticulturalist and plant explorer
Conservatory (contextual)
Episode: FPGH 231: Amorphophallus & the Corpse Flower, with Plant Explorer Derek Carwood
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
N/A
Episode: FPGH 203: Anthony Dal Ben, Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition
Elaine Fitzgerald
Winner of the Summer Strong Yard Contest
Be Water Smart
Episode: FPGH 202: Elaine Fitzgerald, Be Water Smart #summerstrong competition

Hosts

Marlene The Plant Lady
Host of Flower Power Garden Hour; experienced gardener and horticulturist often leading discussions.
Bruce
Co-host with gardening experience in multiple zones; practical observations and banter.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 216 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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 States3 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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Listeners praise the balance of humor and practical plant advice, with many noting it's easy to follow and thoroughly informative.
Fans appreciate the new co-host and the banter between Marlene and Bruce, which adds warmth without sacrificing expertise.
Many reviewers mention re-listening and taking notes, highlighting the show's actionable guidance and long-term usefulness.

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FPGH 248: October To Do, Listener Q&A
Q: Should I cut the dead stems off of naked lady amaryllis belladonna, and why is the plant dropping leaves and forming sap?
Cut the seed pods off to prevent unwanted spreading if you don't want more plants; sap or stickiness is usually from aphids or honeydew, which can attract sooty mold, and dormant oil sprays during dormancy can help with overwintering pests; avoid spraying during active bloom when bees are present.
FPGH 248: October To Do, Listener Q&A
Q: When is the best time of year to transplant geraniums (pelargoniums) and cranesbills?
Spring and fall are ideal for transplanting true geraniums and cranesbills; avoid hot summer moves, ensure a healthy root ball, and divide only when the plant has multiple growth points to avoid killing young divisions.
FPGH 248: October To Do, Listener Q&A
Q: On Good Day, you said your favorite outdoor plant to grow is lavender, but you have a caveat. What is your caveat?
The caveat is that not all lavender varieties handle disease and water or soil conditions equally well; English lavenders like Hidcote and Munstead are more susceptible to phytophthora if drainage is poor, so choosing the right type and ensuring good drainage is crucial.
FPGH.242: July To Do, Listener Q&A
Q: Are mealybugs transferable?
Yes. Mealybugs can transfer between plants, especially indoors; they're present on many plant types and can move via touch or air currents, and even household pests can spread them. Control options include rubbing alcohol, insecticidal soap, and ensuring predators can reach infested areas, with a note that multiple life cycles may occur.
FPGH.242: July To Do, Listener Q&A
Q: Leaves dropped off my lemon tree on a drip system—what's wrong?
The responders suggest checking soil moisture deeply, evaluating the drip system emitters and potential leaks, and considering overwatering or underwatering; they discuss signs like wilting and leaf drop, and advise testing moisture eight inches down and inspecting for root issues or diseases, then adjusting watering accordingly.

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What is Flower Power Garden Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Home-garden curiosity and practical how-tos drive this show, with a strong emphasis on hands-on plant care, seasonal tasks, and garden science explained in plain language. Listeners get a steady mix of step-by-step guidance on vegetables, ornamentals, houseplants, and pollinator-friendly gardening, plus candid husband-and-wife banter and occasional guests from the horticulture world. Episodes routinely cover pest prevention, soil health, pruning, irrigation, and climate-specific tips, often paired with Q&A segments that address real-world challenges from listeners. A standout is the approachable, entertaining format that blends expert context (including UC Davis horticulture perspectives) with relatable, everyday gardening stories, making c... more

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2. Derek Carwood
3. Brendan Wilce
4. Kayden Rsenbauer
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6. Amber Villarreal
7. Ed Laivo
8. Anthony Dal Ben

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