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Morning in the Garden

Filoli
Filoli
Filoli Historic House and Garden
California
Floral Design
Horticulture
Tulips
Bonsai
Vegetable Gardening
Vegetable Garden
Gardening
Muir Woods National Monument
Daffodils
Spring
Conservation
California Native Plants
Winter
Muckross Estate
Redwood Ecosystem
Weeping Cherry Trees
Traditional Chinese Vegetables

Wish you could start your day in a garden? Join Willa Brock as she wanders through Filoli’s ever-changing landscape, sharing seasonal highlights and chatting with horticultural staff about their plant passions and expert tips. Special “Garden Hopping” episodes take listeners outside Filoli’s gates to explore other stunning gardens across California and beyond.

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Latest Episodes

A new trail through Filoli's forest is almost ready! In this special video episode, Ian Walsh and Amelia Maurer from the Natural Lands team give Willa a sneak peek of the route, which crosses a creekbed rock hop, winds past boulders and meadows, and ... more

Go behind the scenes of a flower show like no other! During a bustling morning of preparations, Fleurs de Villes co-founders Karen Marshall and Tina Barkley share the stories behind the exhibition’s elaborate floral mannequins. Florists Maryam Issa a... more

Step inside the greenhouses with guest host Katie Kenna, and realize the delicate choreography hidden in how life in the Garden begins. Production Garden Manager Jackie Salas traces the step-by-step journey of formal blooms to the rich soil of our co... more

Slow down, and the Garden reveals a world of beauty hidden in the details. Plein air artist and watercolor instructor Ali Walker finds simple shapes in complex blooms, from the geometry of a dahlia to the ombré petals of a rose. Rowan Smith and Bobby... more

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Recent Guests

Ian Walsh
Natural Lands Manager at Filoli
Filoli
Episode: Across the Creek
Karen Marshall
Co-founder of Fleurs de Villes
Fleurs de Villes
Episode: Dressed in Flowers
Tina Barkley
Co-founder of Fleurs de Villes
Fleurs de Villes
Episode: Dressed in Flowers
Amelia Mauer
Filoli's natural land apprentice
Filoli
Episode: Plant Origin Stories
Pablo Lugones
Owner and maker at Small Batch Jam Company
Small Batch Jam Company
Episode: A Taste of the Garden
Wade Lee Richards
Gardener, Comer Museum of Art and Gardens (Jacksonville, Florida)
Comer Museum of Art and Gardens
Episode: Midsummer Minisode: Garden Party Edition
Ashley Jackson
Master's student in environmental horticulture
University of Florida
Episode: Midsummer Minisode: Garden Party Edition
Savannah Herman
Director of People and Culture
Botanica, The Wichita Gardens
Episode: Midsummer Minisode: Garden Party Edition
Jeannie Perales
Executive Director
Sonoma Botanical Gardens
Episode: Midsummer Minisode: Garden Party Edition

Hosts

Willa Brock
Host of Morning in the Garden; Filoli affiliate and lead guide through garden walks, historical context, and educational segments.
Katie Kenna
Guest host and collaborator focusing on youth programs and audience engagement.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • Beautiful!

    Everything is described so well, it feels like I’m there. I love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elbalovesmusic
    United States2 months ago
  • Just fantastic

    Beautifully written with fascinating interviews, scenes gorgeous, curious, and historical are lushly painted in absorbing words. Absolutely delightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PCAficianado
    United Statesa year ago
  • Recipe for a good day

    This podcast is my secret weapon to start the day off right. It feels more like a trip to Filoli for my ears than a gardening podcast. The crunching of the gravel, Willa’s description of what she’s seeing, and the casual conversation style draw the listener in to feel apart of the experience. Mornings in Filoli is as informative as it is charming, and leaves me with a sense of inspiration to take on the day.

    My only complaint is the frequency. I would love more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Garden galore
    United Statesa year ago
  • Willa Brock Does It Again!

    Could anyone be more delightful and charming than Willa? It’s always such a pleasure to listen to her musings and her conversations with the people responsible for keeping Filoli the lovely place it is. This episode does not disappoint 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Filoli Member
    United States2 years ago
  • Walking the dog

    A right foot to start the day is so important to me. Every so often I tune in for the latest episode, AirPods of course, and am delighted to get my brain kickstarted on the hobby of gardening that I will, some day, undoubtedly pick up. Until then, I’m delighted to learn and hear from the experts. Gentle, relaxing, eloquent, and best served with a morning coffee while walking the dog through my sleepy neighborhood.

    More please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knutzen
    United States2 years ago

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Many appreciate the balance of practical tips with historical and cultural context.
Listeners praise the show's calming, immersive ambiance and vivid garden storytelling.
Fans love the host's descriptive narration and the behind-the-scenes garden insights.
Some listeners wish for more frequent episodes but consistently note high quality.

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Dressed in Flowers
Q: What is the central idea behind translating a TV character into a floral dress?
The goal is to capture the character's dress or costume in a highly original, botanically-based interpretation, using real plant materials and textures to evoke the character's identity while maintaining historical and artistic authenticity.
Midsummer Minisode: Garden Party Edition
Q: What was the takeaway from the evening about experiencing a garden firsthand?
The guests emphasize that certain moments in a garden—especially during golden hour or when fog rolls over—must be experienced in person to truly appreciate the ambiance and scale beyond what photos can capture.
Garden Archives: Summer Color
Q: What should a beginner know about starting a dahlia garden at home?
Dahlias grow from tubers planted in spring; provide consistent water without overwatering, protect from slugs, use a phosphorus-rich fertilizer to promote buds, and expect a long blooming season with proper care.
Garden Archives: Summer Color
Q: Can you tell us how hydrangea color is affected by soil, and whether changing it is feasible for a home gardener?
Color is driven by soil pH and aluminum availability; changing it slowly over years by adding organic matter is safer than drastic chemical tweaks, and some blue flowers can stay blue with careful soil management.
Seventeen Syllables
Q: Aileen, how did you get started as a poet?
Willa describes that Aileen came to poetry later, through necessity and migration, finding a community of mentors that helped her see poetry as a mode of conversation with uncertainty and grief and grace.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Morning in the Garden

What is Morning in the Garden about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- A tranquil, garden-forward show that blends on-site horticulture education with immersive storytelling. HostWilla Brock guides listeners through Filoli's seasonal highlights, paired with expert tips from horticulture staff, staff stories, and historical context about the estate. Episodes often weave art, architecture, and garden design into practical plant care, seasonal workflows, and landscape storytelling. Special episodes frequently expand beyond Filoli to explore other gardens and horticultural projects, maintaining a calm, contemplative vibe with rich ambient soundscape.

- Noteworthy elements include guest experts across horticulture, floral design, native plants, and garden history; a strong emphasis on place-based storytelling; an... more

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Recent guests on Morning in the Garden include:

1. Ian Walsh
2. Karen Marshall
3. Tina Barkley
4. Amelia Mauer
5. Pablo Lugones
6. Wade Lee Richards
7. Ashley Jackson
8. Savannah Herman

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