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Growing Greener

Tom Christopher
Native Plants
Biodiversity
Native Plant Trust
Berkshire Botanical Garden
Ecology
Mycorrhizal Fungi
Gardening
Organic Gardening
Plant Roots
Integrated Weed Management
Prospect Park
Invasive Plants
Ecological Landscaping
Land Race Gardening
Rewilding Magazine
Let's Botanize
Cornell University
Harvard University
Water Management
Regenerative Gardening

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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One of the ways that invasive plants displace indigenous floras is "allelopathy." In a conversation first broadcast in February 2024, Dr. Susan Kalisz of the University of Tennessee Knoxville describes how many introduced plants actually poison the s... more

Selecting disease-resistant cultivars is an essential tool for avoiding the use of pesticides in the vegetable garden. Plant pathologist Nicole Gauthier of the University of Kentucky explains how to identify cultivars appropriate to your region and y... more

As Dan Jaffe Wilder Wilder says "you can grow a lawn which is a whole bunch of green stuff. Or you can grow a lawn that is a whole bunch of low-growing green stuff with some yellow, some blue, some white, some pink and some red mixed in. Which do you... more

Estimates of fungi diversity range into the millions of species, yet the vast majority remain unknown. What is clear, says mycologist Gabriela D'Elia, is that your garden plants depend on the services provided to them by the indigenous fungi.

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Recent Guests

Nicole Gauthier
Plant pathologist
University of Kentucky Extension Service
Episode: Using Genetics to Avoid Spraying in the Vegetable Garden
Dan Jaffe Wilder
Director of Applied Ecology at North Cross Wildlife Foundation
North Cross Wildlife Foundation
Episode: Make Your Lawn a Low-Maintenance Contributor to Biodiversity and Landscape Beauty
Gabriela D'Elia
Mycologist and board member of Fundus
Fundus (Fungal Diversity Survey)
Episode: A Gardener's Introduction to Fungi and Their Essential Support for Plants
James Lord
Landscape architect
Surface Design, Inc.
Episode: A Brazilian Genius of the last Century Created Invaluable Lessons for Today's Ecological Gardeners
James Hitchmough
British garden designer and professor of horticultural ecology
University of Sheffield (or related UK institutions)
Episode: A British Horticultural Ecologist Challenges the U.S. Consensus
Nathan Lambstrom
Proprietor of Lambstrom Garden Ecology, design/installation/consultation
Lambstrom Garden Ecology
Episode: Balancing your account in the soil seed bank
Chris Roddick
A pioneer of ecologically-based tree and shrub care, formerly head of arboriculture at Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Sweet Birch Land Plus Tree
Episode: A Tree's Perspective on Pruning
Ash Burkowski
Skilled self-educated gardener and advocate for native prairie flora
Northern Wildscapes Plants Plus Design
Episode: O Canada ¬– A Garden Activist Enriches and Beautifies Lawns with Local Prairie Flora
Joseph Lofthouse
Farmer and gardener specializing in landrace crops.
Episode: Creating Crops that Thrive in Your Garden

Host

Tom Christopher
Host of discussions focused on environmentally informed gardening practices, sharing in-depth knowledge and expert insights.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Montana natives for lawns

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loonladymt
    United States9 days 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 States2 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 States2 years ago
  • One of my top garden podcasts!

    I started listening to Growing Greener a few months ago and now I never miss an episode. Tom Christopher is so knowledgeable about all things gardens. Aside from gardening he also imparts his true love of the natural world and it shows in the type of guests he has on the show. A+

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kitzi from Kansas City
    United States3 years ago

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Using Genetics to Avoid Spraying in the Vegetable Garden
Q: Nicole, could you explain what you mean by resistant versus tolerant cultivars and how gardeners should interpret those labels on seed packets?
Resistant cultivars cannot be infected by certain pathogens, while tolerant ones may still be infected but suffer less yield or damage under disease pressure; gardeners should read the label to see which diseases are covered, and consider local conditions and pathogen pressures when choosing.
A Gardener's Introduction to Fungi and Their Essential Support for Plants
Q: How can listeners learn more about Fundus and support its work?
Listeners can visit fundus.org, join the newsletter, and follow Fundus on social media to learn about ongoing surveys, upcoming mushroom walks, and opportunities to contribute observations and support biodiversity initiatives.
A Gardener's Introduction to Fungi and Their Essential Support for Plants
Q: What is Fundus and why is its fungal biodiversity survey important?
Fundus is a nonprofit focused on protecting biodiversity through the conservation of fungi and their habitats. Its surveys map fungal diversity to understand who is there, where they occur, and how to conserve them, which informs land management and conservation decisions across North America.
A British Horticultural Ecologist Challenges the U.S. Consensus
Q: What should gardeners take away about choosing plants for biodiversity?
Gardeners should aim to maximize resource availability across seasons with a mix of natives and well-chosen non-natives, while focusing on long-term ecological context and the broader landscape, including reducing reliance on intensive agriculture nearby.
A British Horticultural Ecologist Challenges the U.S. Consensus
Q: Can you summarize the current consensus on whether non-native plants can replace the biodiversity benefits of natives over time?
Evidence suggests host range expansion and increased insect use of non-natives can occur, particularly with long-established non-natives, but this does not necessarily compensate for the unique benefits natives provide to specialist herbivores like certain lepidopteran larvae; a nuanced, taxa-specific view is essential.

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Focused on environmentally informed gardening, this podcast features conversations with experts who aim to promote sustainability in landscaping and gardening practices. Topics range from innovative techniques such as landrace gardening and sustainable landscaping with native plants, to understanding ecological relationships and garden biodiversity. The discussions often highlight practical tips and education on integrating ecology with gardening, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced gardeners interested in nature-friendly practices. The host's deep knowledge and the variety of guests ensure that listeners gain insights that not only enhance the appeal of their gardens but also contribute positively to the environme... more

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Recent guests on Growing Greener include:

1. Nicole Gauthier
2. Dan Jaffe Wilder
3. Gabriela D'Elia
4. James Lord
5. James Hitchmough
6. Nathan Lambstrom
7. Chris Roddick
8. Ash Burkowski

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