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Growing Greener

Tom Christopher
Native Plants
Biodiversity
Ecological Gardening
Gardening
Climate Change
Horticulture
Sustainable Gardening
Pollinators
Soil Health
Ecological Landscaping
Invasive Species
Perfect Earth Project
Garden Design
Invasive Plants
Berkshire Botanical Garden
High Line
Less Lawn, More Life Challenge
Sustainable Landscaping
Ecology
Inaturalist

Your weekly half-hour program about environmentally informed gardening. Each week we bring you a different expert, a leading voice on gardening in partnership with Nature. Our goal is to make your landscape healthier, more beautiful, more sustainable, and more fun.

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Ecological gardeners and restorationists have long relied on seed collected from wild populations to supply the need for locally adapted, genetically diverse planting material. As the enthusiasm for native plants has exploded, though, this practice h... more

That classic horticultural memoir, the published journal of a gardener's daily activities, has taken on a new life with the advent of online media; Claire Davis, a very talented ecological gardener, discusses how Instagram has become her favored plat... more

Brian Vagg of the Compost Academy discusses how wood chips, if properly managed, can be a cheap and reliable means for supplying the organic matter – and microbes – that most garden soils are lacking.

Tom Wessels, professor emeritus at Antioch University New England and a celebrated ecologist, author, and educator explains how gardeners can enrich their landscapes with microenvironments to hugely boost their biodiversity and resilience.

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Claire Davis
Ecologically oriented gardener and Instagram content creator
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Episode: Garden Journaling 2.0
Brian Vagg
Co-founder of Compost Academy, soil health consultant
Compost Academy
Episode: How to Make Wood Chips a Basis for Soil Health
Tom Wessels
Ecologist and author, professor emeritus of terrestrial ecology and conservation biology at Antioch New England University
Antioch New England University
Episode: Creating Microenvironments to Boost Your Garden's Biodiversity and Resilience
Ned Friedman
Director of Harvard University's Arnold Arboretum
Arnold Arboretum, Harvard University
Episode: Ground-Breaking New Takes on Trees from the Oldest Arboretum in the United States
Amy Free
Advocate for rabbits; PhD-level background in zoology and anthrozoology
Wisconsin House Rabbit Society (editor/educator) / Homegrown National Park
Episode: Welcoming Peter Rabbit back into the Garden
Theresa Crimmins
Director of the USA National Phenology Network and associate professor at the University of Arizona
University of Arizona; USA National Phenology Network
Episode: Exploring – and Updating – Nature's Calendar
Horatio Joyce
Director of Public Programs and Education at The Garden Conservancy
The Garden Conservancy
Episode: The Garden Conservancy: Your Passport to Garden Visits and Education Nationwide
Rutger Myers
Director of Compost and Carbon Farming at Eco-Cycle
Eco-Cycle
Episode: Are There Microplastics in the Compost You've been Buying?
Peter Adler
plant ecologist at Utah State University
Utah State University
Episode: Do "Designed Ecosystems" Function Like Natural Plant Communities?

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 158 ratings
  • 🐸😎🌿

    It’s like Kermit The Frog made a native plant podcast…and I ain’t mad at it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigdogchillfrog
    United States22 days ago
  • Montana natives for lawns

    Wonderful information! What native plants can I introduce to my lawn in NW MT.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loonladymt
    United States6 months ago
  • Making us ALL better gardeners!

    Growing Greener is a fantastic resource for both professional and amateur gardeners alike, bringing new ideas, techniques and garden news to us all, informative and on point!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dashford25
    Australiaa year ago
  • Top of my list

    Growing Greener is consistently engaging. I appreciate the deep knowledge of the host, Tom Christopher. He asks excellent questions. I look forward to listening every week. This radio broadcast/podcast always leaves me feel satisfied but wishing there was more time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosemary’s Herbs
    United States3 years ago
  • Top quality content, well researched

    Excellent podcast. Host Tom Christopher and guests are well informed. This host really adds depth to the discussion AND allows his guests to deliver great information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F Helvet
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the mix of science and hands-on advice and the quality of production.
Strong guests provide diverse perspectives on ecological gardening and sustainability.
Engaging host with deep knowledge who draws out useful, practical garden insights.

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Creating Microenvironments to Boost Your Garden's Biodiversity and Resilience
Q: How important are native species versus exotics when building resilient garden ecosystems?
Native species are preferred because they have co-evolved with local partners, delivering mutualistic interactions that increase resilience; exotics can adapt over time, but they may lack the pre-existing ecological ties that native species provide initially.
Creating Microenvironments to Boost Your Garden's Biodiversity and Resilience
Q: What practical steps can gardeners take to increase microenvironments in their own landscapes?
Add structural elements like rocks and woody debris, create shade with woody plantings to form cooler microhabitats, and incorporate moist or dry pockets to host a wider range of species, while prioritizing native plants to leverage existing mutualistic relationships.
Welcoming Peter Rabbit back into the Garden
Q: What is the dominant takeaway about rabbits as prey animals in gardens?
Rabbits' prey status drives their behavior, including crepuscular activity and the need for safe escape routes, which should guide how we design landscapes and where we place barriers and decoys.
Welcoming Peter Rabbit back into the Garden
Q: Can you tell briefly what anthrozoology is about?
Anthrozoology studies human–animal relationships in all their forms, from homes and households to literature, marketing, and the environments we share, considering both interaction and thinking aspects.
Exploring – and Updating – Nature's Calendar
Q: What is phenology?
Phenology is the study of when seasonal events happen in plants and animals—like flowering times, insect emergence, and bird migrations—and why these timings shift with local conditions.

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A thoughtful, science-informed look at gardening, ecology, and sustainability. Episodes frequently feature researchers, landscape designers, conservationists, and journalists who discuss soil health, native plants, pest management, climate resilience, and the social impact of gardening practices. The show often pairs practical how-tos with broader environmental perspectives, highlighting real-world applications—from native meadow conversions and climate-smart greenhouses to biodiverse landscapes and policy-relevant pesticide discussions. A standout is the mixture of accessible gardening advice with rigorous scientific context, plus collaborations with partner organizations that broaden the reach of pro-environment gardening. This combinatio... more

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2. Brian Vagg
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4. Ned Friedman
5. Amy Free
6. Theresa Crimmins
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