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Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne

Lisa Mason Ziegler & Layne Angelo

Join Lisa Mason Ziegler and Layne Angelo as they discuss all things related to gardening, flower farming, and growing from seed. Lisa brings over two decades of flower farming experience to the conversation, while Layne offers the perspective of an avid home gardener, seed starter, and engineer. Together, the duo provides an informative and entertaining look into the world of flowers as well as vegetables, bulbs, woodies, and more. From seed starting to harvesting and everything in between, this

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00:23:30

#42 - Sunflower Troubleshooting

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/06/22

Are your sunflower plants exhibiting confusing behaviors, such as blooming on short stems or having multiple blooms on a single stem? Have you been disappointed by pest damage or the head size, neck strength, or vase life of your flowers? Today, Lisa and Layne troubleshoot some of the most frequently asked sunflower questions. They cover the occurrence of multiple blooms on single-stem sunflowers, plants flowering on short stems, pest damage, head size issues, soft necks on cut flowers, vase life,

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00:17:09

#41 - Marigolds - Managing Scent Plus Two Unique...

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/06/15

Do you shy away from using marigolds in your bouquets due to their strong fragrance? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss tips for managing marigold scent and introduce two unique cultivars that naturally have less fragrance than typical marigolds. They cover why the fragrance can be problematic in bouquets, where the scent is primarily concentrated in the plant, a simple trick for eliminating the fragrance in cut marigolds, two unique cultivars with beautiful flower colors and low scent, the proper

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#40 - Pod Perfection - Favorite Plants to Grow for...

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/06/08

Would you like to add touches of texture, layers of interest, and a bit of magic to your bouquets, arrangements, and landscape? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss eight of their favorite plants to grow for ornamental seed pods. They cover why pods are coveted by flower farmers and home gardeners alike, how the flowers of each plant develop into interesting and attractive seed pods, the cut-flower potential of both the flowers and pods, the proper pod harvest stage, reseeding potential of the plants, and

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#39 - Propagating Salvia from Stem Cuttings

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/06/01

Did you know that some plants can be cloned by taking sections of stem and providing conditions that encourage root development? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss how to propagate Salvia leucantha and Salvia mexicana from stem cuttings. They cover why these two species of salvia are valuable as cut flowers and in a landscape setting, how to overwinter "mother" plants in areas where they are not winter hardy, recommended tools and supplies, when and how to take and prepare cuttings, tips to

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#38 - Biodegradable Mulch

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/05/25

Looking for an alternative to plastic mulches or landscape fabric? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss Bio360, the biodegradable mulch film Lisa uses at the farm. They cover what Bio360 is made of, advantages and disadvantages of biodegradable mulch, alternatives, how to install the film by hand and using equipment, where to place drip tape, which side of the film to place up (black or white/gray), tips for handling and storing, how long the material is expected to last, and more. Listen to the podcast

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#37 - Branching Sunflowers

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/05/18

Did you know there are two main types of sunflowers to choose from - single-stem and branching? Wondering which one is right for your garden or farm? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the ins and outs of branching sunflowers. They cover the differences between single-stem and branching sunflowers, considerations for farmers and gardeners, growing tips for branching sunflowers (including spacing, pinching, productivity, and succession planting), favorite varieties, and more. Listen to the podcast and

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00:29:18

#36 - Mother's Day Flowers, Part 2 - Stock,...

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/05/11

Would you like to grow beautiful stock, snapdragons, and tulips to include in your Mother's Day bouquets? Today, Layne is joined again by Gretel Adams of Sunny Meadows Flower Farm to continue discussing her farm's top five Mother's Day flowers. Episode 35 (part 1) featured anemones and ranunculus, and today's episode (part 2) features the remaining three crops - stock, snapdragons, and tulips. Layne and Gretel cover each crop's significance, favorite colors and varieties, whether

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#35 - Mother's Day Flowers, Part 1 - Anemones &...

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/05/04

Would you like to grow gorgeous anemones and ranunculus to include in your Mother's Day bouquets? Today, Layne is joined by Gretel Adams of Sunny Meadows Flower Farm to discuss her farm's top five Mother's Day flowers. Today's episode (part 1) features two of the five crops - anemones and ranunculus. Layne and Gretel discuss why Mother's Day is such an important holiday for Gretel's business and cover each crop's significance, favorite colors and varieties, whether the

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#34 - Fertilizer Routine for Seedlings, Beds & Plants

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/04/27

Wondering when and how to fertilize your seedlings or how to amend your beds? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss fertilizer routines for seedlings, beds, and plants. They cover why they opt for organic fertilizers, when and how to fertilize growing seedlings and plants, what to incorporate into beds, consequences of overfertilizing, foliar feeding, and how to maintain beds of perennials and woody plants. Listen to the podcast and learn some tips for building healthy soil and growing productive

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#33 - 3 Perennials to Start from Seed with Dave Dowling

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/04/20

Did you know that many perennials can actually be started from seed? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Dave Dowling of Ball Seed to discuss three perennials grown for cut-flower use that can be started from seed. They cover why each plant is worth growing, USDA hardiness zones, favorite varieties, the meaning of "first-year flowering", growing and spacing tips, the proper harvest stage, vase life, and more. Listen to the podcast and get ready to grow echinacea, echinops, and yarrow from

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#32 - Ornamental Peppers for Bouquets & Arrangements

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/04/13

Have you ever considered including ornamental peppers in your bouquets or wreaths? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss rooster peppers, the perfect peppers to grow for cut-flower use. They cover why rooster peppers are sought after by flower farmers, how many plants to grow and how to space them, the harvest stage for fresh and dried use, how to dry the peppers, and ideas for incorporating them into your bouquets and other arrangements. Listen to the podcast and learn how to spice up your bouquets with

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#31 - Growth on Soil Blocks, Overwatering & Damping Off

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/04/06

Do you have something growing on your soil blocks - other than seedlings? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss what to do about algae, mold, and fungal growth on soil blocks. They cover what might be growing on your blocks and why, how to properly water your soil blocks and adjust your growing conditions for healthy seedling growth, and tips for avoiding damping off. Listen to the podcast and get ready to troubleshoot the unwanted growth on your soil blocks! The video version of Lisa and Layne's

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#30 - 3 Must-Grow Vegetables with Joe Lamp'l

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/03/30

Would you like to enjoy a delicious tomato sandwich, spicy salsa, or a fresh spinach salad - all with vegetables harvested right out of your own garden? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Joe Lamp'l (aka the "joe" behind joe gardener®) to discuss three of Joe's must-grow vegetables to start from seed. They cover why each vegetable is worth growing, seed-starting and growing tips, succession planting, pests and diseases to look out for, harvesting tips, and favorite varieties and

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#29 - Eucalyptus with Dave Dowling

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/03/23

Love the beautiful blue-green and silvery gray foliage of eucalyptus but have some questions about growing it? Today, Lisa and Layne are joined by Dave Dowling of Ball Seed to discuss all things eucalyptus. They cover why eucalyptus is worth growing, the presence of "rogue" seedlings when starting from seed, plant productivity, harvesting and overwintering tips, the best varieties to grow, which varieties to avoid, and more. Listen to the podcast and learn the best tips and techniques for

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#28 - Early Sunflower Experiments

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/03/16

Have you ever wished you could have sunflowers earlier in the season? Are you willing to take a bit of a risk to make that happen? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the early sunflower experiments Lisa has conducted on the farm over the years. They cover why "early bird" sunflowers are worth experimenting with, when and how many seeds to start, which varieties to grow for late spring and early summer bouquets, planting and protection tips, and the effects of early planting on flower size and days to

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#27 - Thinning Direct-Seeded & Self-Sown Beds of...

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/03/09

Why is it important to thin direct-seeded and self-sown beds of seedlings, and when is the best time to do it? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss when and how to thin your beds of seedlings sown directly outdoors. They cover why thinning is crucial for the health and productivity of your plants, which plants may tolerate closer spacing, the most efficient methods for thinning, and whether or not you should attempt to transplant thinned seedlings. Listen to the podcast and get ready to thin your beds of

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00:43:37

#26 - Hardening Off Seedlings

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/03/02

What is hardening off, and why is it so important? Are there alternatives to the traditional "in and out" method or any situations when hardening off is not necessary? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss how to harden off your seedlings to help them transition from their indoor growing environment to outdoor life. They cover why proper hardening off is critical for the health and well-being of your seedlings, different methods to accomplish it, possible exceptions, and how long it typically takes for

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#25 - Seed Starting & Transplant Timing

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/02/23

Wondering how far in advance to start your seeds indoors? What should your target planting dates be for cool-season hardy annuals and warm-season tender annuals? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss the proper timing for starting your seeds and transplanting them outdoors. They cover how to determine your planting dates, how far in advance to start (which may depend on the seed starting method you are using), seeds that are fast, medium, and slow growers, and whether it is better to be too early or too

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00:29:31

#24 - Cut & Come Again Cool Flowers, Part 3

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/02/16

Ready to learn about seven additional cool flowers with the potential to branch and produce multiple rounds of blooms? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their third and final set of "cut and come again" cool flowers. They cover why each of these plants is worth growing, approximately how many stems you can expect per plant, and tips for succession planting. From snapdragons to yarrow, listen to the podcast and learn about the productivity of these cool-season hardy annuals! The video version of Lisa and

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#23 - Cut & Come Again Cool Flowers, Part 2

Seed Talk with Lisa & Layne ·

2023/02/09

Ready to learn about seven additional cool flowers with the potential to branch and produce multiple rounds of blooms? Today, Lisa and Layne discuss their second set of "cut and come again" cool flowers. They cover why each of these plants is worth growing, approximately how many stems you can expect per plant, and tips for succession planting. From Monarda 'Lambada' to Queen Anne's Lace (Daucus), listen to the podcast and learn about the productivity of these cool-season hardy annuals! The video

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