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The Helpful Gardeners

Golden Acre Home and Garden

Welcome to the Helpful Gardeners, a weekly podcast diving into the home and garden topics you want to learn more about. Colin is a certified horticulturist with decades of experience working in landscaping, gardening and houseplants in various climactic zones. Brandi is a beginner with a passion to ask questions. Subscribe to catch new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday!

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00:49:31

"Fall Back" and Building a Winter Bucket List

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/11/05

Many regions across Canada and even the world are wrapping up daylight savings and thinking ahead to winter... or dreading it. We've decided to embrace the beauty of the season and build a winter bucket list! Daylight Savings Time | 00:30 Where did it start? Do you benefit from it? Winter Bucket List | 14:00 See our complete list here Hypothetical Question of the Week | 44:00 "If you could magically grow one fruit or vegetable in your garden out of season during the winter months,

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00:42:14

Halloween Special: Garden Gnomes, ChatGPT, Toxic...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/10/29

The “Garden Gnomes” ventured out of the garden to celebrate the spooky season! For the first time ever, you’ll get to SEE the podcast! Let us know what you think and enjoy gnome facts, england traditions, seasonal snacks, a story from ChatGPT, and more! CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! Subscribe to our show on Spotify, Apple,

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00:43:11

Harvest Food, Foliage, and Memories

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/10/22

These are the final days of harvest before winter comes and we're all in the same boat. What do we do with our bountiful harvest? We'll also dive into harvesting more than just food and how you can bring the beauty of nature into your homes. 03:10 | What to with your harvest 39.20 | Question of the Week - Effectiveness of UV light on ripening veggies SHOW NOTES, INCLUDING LINKS AND PHOTOS ARE NOW AVAILABLE ON OUR BLOG! ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for

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00:44:41

Fall Clean up | Autumn Mini Series

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2023/10/15

What does your autumn to-do list look like? Let's go over it together and discuss how the work you do now in the garden will greatly benefit you come spring. ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! ⁠⁠⁠Leave an anonymous voicemail!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ Email us ⁠⁠⁠info@goldenacre.ca⁠⁠

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00:39:45

Fall Bulbs | Autumn Mini Series

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/10/08

This week, the gardeners chat about spring flowers - what?! Yes, why do we plant spring flowering bulbs in the fall, how do we plant them, and are they really worth it? ************************* CONNECT WITH US Thank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please subscribe, leave a rating or review and listen in for new gardening discussions every week! ⁠⁠Leave an anonymous voicemail!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Email us ⁠⁠info@goldenacre.ca⁠ (SUBJECT:

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00:47:09

Fall Houseplant Care | Autumn Mini Series

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/10/01

This week, the gardeners are chatting about our indoor companions and how we can prepare them for the colder months ahead. Lighting, watering, repotting, fertilizing —these factors can make all the difference between a thriving plant and one that's merely surviving. If you're a beginner, we'll highlight some forgiving, and not so forgiving, options that will set yourself up for success. If you've been caring for houseplants outside over the summer, what should you watch for when you

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00:41:16

Fall Tree Care | Autumn Mini Series

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/09/24

This week, the gardeners are embracing autumn from the perspective of our towering trees and steadfast shrubs that deserve attention this time of year. We're excited to have Jean Mathieu-Daoust back on the show to help us prepare these arboreal wonders for the winter months ahead. How should we approach watering, fertilizing, harvesting and pruning this time of year? Truth be told, the care you give them now will promote stronger growth next spring. You can plant trees and shrubs right up

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00:29:12

Fall Lawncare | Autumn Mini Series

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/09/17

As the days grow shorter and a chill fills the air, our focus turns to putting our gardens to bed including our lawns. You may have been facing summer water restrictions and are hoping to breathe some life into tired grass. You may have put the pool and lawn furniture away and noticed your lawn is looking a little flat. The good news is it's the best time work on your lawn. We'll discuss fertilizer and watering. The age-old question of whether to rake leaves from your lawn—we're tackling

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00:47:33

Fall Perennial Care | Autumn Mini Series

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/09/10

We're embracing the changing seasons and exploring the wonderful realm of autumn annuals and perennials. Get ready to unlock the secrets of preparing your steadfast perennials for the impending winter chill. We'll share essential tips and tricks to ensure your garden's most cherished inhabitants brave the frost with grace and emerge even more vibrant next spring. We'll also delve into the world of autumn annuals—the versatile companions that allow us to extend the growing season and savor the

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00:38:45

Perennial Prosperity: Dividing and Transplanting...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/08/16

Have you ever wondered how to expertly split that overcrowded clump of daylilies or hostas? Curious about the reasons why dividing perennials is essential for their health and vigor? Get ready to unearth the secrets of perennial division and transplanting, and discover how to nurture your plants' growth for years to come. Ever wondered if the principles of perennial division can be applied to larger plants like trees and shrubs? And what about those cherished houseplants – can they benefit from the

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00:57:09

Water Talk: Nurturing Gardens and Houseplants with...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/08/13

Whether you're a seasoned green thumb or just dipping your fingers into the soil for the first time, we've got a refreshing episode lined up for you. We'll be unraveling the mysteries of proper watering techniques, discussing just how much liquid love our leafy friends really need, and sharing a few chuckle-worthy mishaps that have left gardeners and plants alike a bit, well, waterlogged. From the gentle mist that nurtures delicate ferns to the hearty drench that fuels our veggie patches, water is

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00:45:43

Horticultural Hoaxes: Unveiling Garden Myths

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/08/06

In every gardener's journey, we encounter a plethora of tips, tricks, and age-old myths that have been passed down through generations. But have you ever wondered if those 'golden rules' are actually based on solid ground or merely sprouting from hearsay? Today, the gardeners will bring clarity to the muddy waters of gardening myths. ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 04:30 | Myth: You need ants for peonies to bloom. 07:00 | Myth: Hydrangeas will turn blue if

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00:31:00

Gardening for your Health and Community Featuring...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/07/30

Gardening is good for our health and our community. We are so fortunate to have our friend, and neighbour, Erin Neal on the podcast! Learn more about Erin's important work in community support and the impacts gardening has had on her and on her role with the Calgary Drop-in Centre. The partnership between Golden Acre and the Drop-in Centre is a beautiful one and hopefully will inspire a similar project in your community! ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction

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00:41:33

Beyond Grass. Alternatives for the Traditional Lawn

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/07/23

There are SOOOO many ways to design your ideal garden and this includes your grass. We know folks who looove a manicured lawn and take pride in caring for it all season long. I mean, there's an entire sub culture on YouTube dedicated to lawn mowing videos. On the flip side, we also know folks who prefer low maintenance and perhaps not to keep a lawn. Both are right answers and this is a judgement-free zone. Your yard, your preference. We have a whole lawncare episode featuring Shelley Vance of

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00:39:31

Edible Plants - what to eat, what to avoid, and recipes!

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/07/16

What plants are you willing to eat? Would you eat a dandelion? A sugared pansy? A natural Sumac berry? If you're looking to become the next Bear Grylls, this episode will scratch the surface of the world of edible plants. Learn what to find, what to avoid, and how to prepare some of natures easter eggs! ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 03:00 | Using Cedar & Staghorn Sumac for Vitamin C 05:30 | Candied Flowers Recipe 07:15 | Foraging Mushrooms & Growing your

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00:46:29

How's the Weather?

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/07/09

What's the most common topic of conversation among gardeners? THE WEATHER! Yep, our gardens are always exposed to the elements, and every weather event from sun to rain to snow can have an impact...good and bad. Let's do what we gardeners do best. Let's talk about it! ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 05:30 | Snow in the Garden 10:30 | Timing tasks around the weather 14:20 | Thunderstorms in the Garden 20:50 | Rain in the Garden 24:00 | Heat in the Garden

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00:46:00

Canadian Symbols: Plants, gardens, and horses, OH MY!

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/07/02

What's your favourite symbol of Canada? The gardeners are nerding out on all the national symbols that represent our country. While our focus is plants and gardens, we digress... a lot. It's a lot of fun! ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 04:44 | Maple Trees in Canada 07:55 | National Animals 10:25 | National Sports 11:25 | National and Provincials Flowers 16:15 | National Lisence Plates 17:45 | Provincial Flowers continued.... 22:05 | Provincial

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00:47:42

Small Space Gardening Tips

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/06/24

You can garden in any size space. It's true! Whether you have a balcony, a concrete slab, or a small space within your large garden, we can help you use that space effectively. On today's episode, the gardeners marry creativity with functionality to create beautiful small space gardens. ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 03:45 | A look into Brandi's 'small space garden' 05:00 | A look into Colin's 'small space garden' 07:10 | Can you grow sunflowers in

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00:48:53

World Pollinator Week Featuring Elise Watson of ABC Bees

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/06/18

The buzz is...It's World Pollinator Week! Yep, this is our opportunity to celebrate and learn more about the pollinators that frequent our gardens and communities. We're joined by Elise Watson from 'ABC Bees' who is a honey beekeeper and educator. She supports folks all across North America! ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 02:00 | Types of Pollinators 07:15 | Pollinators can help indicate garden health 10:00 | World Pollinator Week Activities 16:40 |

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00:43:22

Deadheading: What is it and how do I do it?

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2023/06/11

Do you deadhead the flowers in your garden? Depending on the plant, deadheading can be massively beneficial! The gardeners are helping you navigate which ones to clean, which ones to leave, and which ones to throw at your coworkers.... just kidding ;) ************************* In this weeks episode .... 00:00 | Introduction 03:50 | What is deadheading? 07:40 | Choosing plants based on deadheading requirement 10:10 | Deadheading Method: Cutting back 11:00 | Deadheading Impatiens is actually

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