by Lisa & Layne | Apr 18, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Looking forward to a flower-filled garden all summer long? Wondering when to plant, and how to adjust your grow room to provide the optimal environment for warm-season seeds and seedlings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their checklist of key items to keep in mind when...
by Lisa & Layne | Apr 11, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Looking forward to buckets of blooms this growing season? Wondering how to get the most flowers out of your space? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss six tips for maximizing flower production in your field or garden. Plus, the girls share an exciting announcement for cool...
by Lisa & Layne | Apr 4, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Frustrated by fungus gnats in your growing space? Wondering how to get rid of your unwanted house guests or prevent them from taking over in the first place? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss fungus gnats and practical methods for prevention and control. They cover the...
by Lisa & Layne | Mar 28, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Wondering which order your snapdragon varieties will bloom in this spring? Confused about snapdragon groups and if you should consider them when planning your plantings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the typical bloom order of snapdragons, how group classifications...
by Lisa & Layne | Mar 21, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Running short on heat mat space? Wondering how to sprout high volumes of seeds in a space-efficient manner? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of germination chambers for seed starting. They cover what germination chambers are, key benefits and...
by Lisa & Layne | Mar 14, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Do you love the fresh look green flowers bring to a bouquet? Looking for unique shapes, forms, and textures to add interest to your arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss three gorgeous green cool flower fillers, plus a helpful tip for each one. Listen to the...
by Lisa & Layne | Mar 7, 2024 | Seed Talk
Would you like to have sunflowers blooming as early as possible in your growing season? Wondering what steps you should take to make that happen and which varieties to choose? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss a checklist of key items to keep in mind when planting...
by Lisa & Layne | Feb 29, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Wondering how far above seedlings to place your grow lights? If a seed needs light to germinate, should your trays be under grow lights from the moment you sow the seeds? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about grow lights. They...
by Lisa & Layne | Feb 22, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Looking for an early-blooming, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in the shade? Wondering if hellebores can be used as cut flowers and, if so, when to harvest to prevent wilting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips and tricks for growing and harvesting hellebores....
by Lisa & Layne | Feb 15, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Wondering how soil blocking mix differs from regular seed starting mix? Confused about how wet your soil mixture should be or why you are having issues ejecting your blocks? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about soil blocking...
by Lisa & Layne | Feb 8, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Curious about planting cool-season hardy annuals beyond very early spring? Wondering which cool flowers you should consider succession planting? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss cool flower succession planting in very early spring and beyond. They cover potential...
by Lisa & Layne | Feb 1, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Looking for an efficient seed-starting method that allows you to maximize your indoor growing space? Wondering what soil blocking is and whether or not it is right for you? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of the most frequently asked questions about soil blocking....
by Lisa & Layne | Jan 25, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Are some of your overwintered cool flowers looking questionable? Wondering if the plants will make it through winter and if not, what may have gone wrong? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss seven common causes of cool flower plant loss over the winter months. From drainage...
by Lisa & Layne | Jan 18, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Looking for the perfect filler flower for your spring bouquets? Wondering how to start successions of bupleurum indoors during late winter and early spring to ensure a steady supply? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips for germinating and succession-planting bupleurum....
by Lisa & Layne | Jan 11, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Has the turn of the year inspired you to get organized? Wondering the best ways to categorize your seeds for easy access and efficiency? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some helpful tips and considerations to keep in mind when organizing your seeds. They cover...
by Lisa & Layne | Jan 4, 2024 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Happy New Year, everyone! Interested in integrating the Pantone Color of the Year into your garden or floral arrangements? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the Pantone Color of the Year for 2024 (‘Peach Fuzz’) and a beautiful cockscomb flower that embodies...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 21, 2023 | Seed Talk
Wondering how to install row cover that actually stays in place? Confused about when to put covers up or take them down? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some important row cover do’s and don’ts when overwintering cool-season hardy annuals (a.k.a. cool...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 14, 2023 | Seed Talk
Shopping for a gardener or farmer (or yourself) this holiday season? Wondering which books are worthy of adding to your collection? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss some of their top book recommendations for gardeners, flower farmers, and nature lovers. Listen to the...
by Lisa & Layne | Dec 7, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Do you love brightening up your home during the cold winter months with the fresh, beautiful blooms of paperwhites? Wondering if there is any way to avoid the frustrating problem of foliage and flower stems that grow too tall and flop over? Today, Lisa and Layne...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 30, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Did your hardiness zone change in the newly updated USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map? Wondering what this means for your plantings of cool flowers going forward? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the just released 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and implications for...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 23, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
In honor of Thanksgiving Day in the United States, Lisa and Layne continue with last year’s theme and discuss two more flowers they are thankful for – foxgloves and snapdragons. Listen to the podcast and learn what these beautiful flowers have to offer....
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 16, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Are you distressed to see buds forming on your fall-planted cool flowers before winter has even set in? Wondering what might have gone wrong and what you should do? Today, Lisa and Layne troubleshoot premature blooms on fall-planted cool flowers. They cover potential...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 9, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Are you a garden and flower lover who has always dreamed of traveling to England? Wondering which sights to see on a flower-filled journey across the pond? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by florist Ellen Frost of Local Color Flowers to discuss Ellen’s recent...
by Lisa & Layne | Nov 2, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Running behind schedule on your fall cool flower plantings? Wondering if you still have time to plant, or if your window of opportunity has passed? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss whether or not it is too late to start or plant cool-season hardy annuals this fall. They...
by Lisa & Layne | Oct 26, 2023 | Podcast, Seed Talk
Contemplating which tasks should be on your mind when preparing your flower beds in the fall? Wondering how bed preparation may differ depending on your plans for the space or the type of bed (conventional versus no-till)? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their checklist...