#104 - 3 Perennials to Plant This Fall with Dave Dowling

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Wondering which perennials you should consider adding to your farm or garden this fall? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Dave Dowling of Ball Seed to discuss three perennials grown for cut-flower use that he recommends planting this autumn. They cover why each plant is worth growing, USDA hardiness zones, growing and spacing tips, favorite varieties, and more. Listen to the podcast and get ready to grow peonies (Paeonia), phlox (Phlox paniculata), and yarrow (Achillea)!

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The “Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne” podcast is produced by The Gardener’s Workshop and co-hosted by Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo. Lisa is the founder and owner of The Gardener’s Workshop, where Layne works as Seed Manager. Lisa is the award-winning author of Vegetables Love Flowers and Cool Flowers and the publisher of Flower Farming School Online, Farmer-Florist School Online, and Florist School Online. Watch Lisa’s Story and connect with her on social media. Layne is an avid gardener, seed starter, and engineer who loves learning and applying her technical knowledge to all areas of life, including gardening and growing flowers. Thanks for joining us!

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