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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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From Fires to Flowers

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/06/16

"It's part of a cycle of nature"Today, we're exploring the increase in wildfire activity in our community and how it impacts our gardens. We're talking the life cycle of forests, the causes of wildfires, and the effects of smoke on plants. We even dive into the nutritional implications of smoke on vegetables! Let's better understand the environmental changes and adapting gardening practices during wildfire events. Chapters03:12 Understanding Wildfire Trends and Causes06:03

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00:39:06

Summer Survival Lawncare W/ Shelley Vance from...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/06/01

We're talking summer lawn care with our friend Shelley Vance from Scotts Canada! Find out what she thinks about 'No Mow May', and how she tackles cutting the lawn including optimal mowing techniques, proactive maintenance strategies, effective watering methods, and how to manage lawn diseases and pests. Maintain a healthy lawn throughout the summer months with proactive strategies!Chapters02:22 Introduction to Summer Lawn Care with Shelley Vance04:52 No Mo May09:42 Proactive Lawn

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00:34:54

GARDEN COURT: No Mow May

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/05/27

Welcome back to courthouse!This week, we're diving into "No Mow May", a concept that was popularized during the pandemic encouraging people to refrain from mowing their lawns in May to support pollinators and biodiversity. We'll talk the pros and cons of this initiative, including its impact on lawn health, the ecological implications of traditional lawns, and alternative practices for deeper impact. Episodes Featured:How to Mow a LawnChapters:00:00 Introduction to No Mo May02:01

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00:37:11

Gardening's Green Light: The May Long Weekend

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/05/19

In Canada, the Victoria Day long weekend is typically our green light for planting in the garden! We're talking about different annual plants you can get right now, tips for creating the perfect planter, and a conversation about growing veggies! Weather is still a consideration as we may still see some frosty nights. We'll explore ways to be proactive rather than reactive in the garden this spring. ***********************CONNECT WITH USThank you so much for supporting our podcast and for

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00:45:09

Spilling the Tea on Tea

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/05/12

It's Mother's Day and while there are lots of ways to celebrate the motherly figures in our lives, afternoon tea is a popular outing this holiday. We dive into the tradition of afternoon tea, its origins, and how it has evolved over time. What country produces the most tea? What are tea connections in Brazil? Can we grow tea in Canada? Does it taste different in other regions? Plus, the discussion takes a personal turn as one speaker shares a heartwarming story about how tea played a role in

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00:04:49

BONUS: Garden Surprises

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2025/05/07

Have you seen mystery items pop up in your garden? A shell? A peanut? A new plant? Let us know!Leave a Voice Note: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LINK⁠

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00:38:55

GARDEN COURT: Curb Your Appeal

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/05/06

What's the deal with curb appeal? We delve into the subjective nature of curb appeal, the balance between personal expression and neighborhood harmony, and the local regulations that govern property aesthetics. What are the benefits of curb appeal and what factors might influence poor curb appeal? Is it your place to judge? Is it your place to reach out? ***********************CONNECT WITH USThank you so much for supporting our podcast and for making the world a more planty place. Please

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BONUS: Springo! Signs of Spring

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/04/30

Colin found another sign of spring in his garden this week! What are you seeing in your community?

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00:37:21

Let's Google It

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/04/27

Google is a common tool for gardeners to diagnose plant issues which can be helpful especially for those weird questions you feel dumb for uttering out loud, but it can also problematic as some scenarios require a fuller picture to diagnose. Today, we explore common gardening questions and concerns that gardeners often Google. We're talking about plant odors, noises, and health issues. Is your plant making sounds? Do you have mushrooms? Did your garden hose stop working? Is your garden flooding

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00:06:55

BONUS: Flower Dating Reality TV

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/04/23

I think it's time to get back in the garden... Brandi has been deep in the reality TV and it's gone too far...

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00:31:42

Engaging with Nature: Earth Week

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/04/20

The gardeners are on the road this week in downtown Calgary for Earth Week at the Core Shopping Centre! Exploring a fun craft for the kiddos, some fun Earth Day activities across Canada, and 11 low effect ways to celebrate Earth Day at home!Chapters00:00 Celebrating Earth Week in Calgary05:08 Fun Kids Activity09:59 Community Events for Earth Day15:00 Creative Earth Day Activities20:01 Practical Tips for Environmental Awareness24:56 Engaging with Nature and Local Flora*************************CONNECT

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BONUS: Colin's Sign of Spring

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2025/04/16

What is your first signal that spring is here? Find out what Colin and Brandi consider to be theirs!

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00:39:16

Spring Awakening: What to Find at Your Local Garden...

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2025/04/13

As the spring growing season gets underway, what can you find growing at your local greenhouse? The gardeners explore iconic spring flowers, the benefits of buying some of your annuals early, climatizing or hardening off, home greenhouses, and effective shopping strategies. Chapters02:56 Exploring Iconic Spring Plants09:00 The Benefits of Early Planting14:49 Maximizing Growth Potential17:43 Tips for Plant Care and Maintenance26:07 The Importance of Climatizing Plants31:40 Shopping Strategies for

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00:40:31

Who’s Been Digging in the Dirt?

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/04/07

Someone was lurking in Brandi's garden this week...We're explore some of the common critters you may find in your backyard at any time of the day and what they may be interested in. What kind of natural deterrents and preventative measures can you use to creating a balanced ecosystem?*************************CONNECT WITH USThank 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

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00:07:54

BONUS: We Went to a Seed Swap

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/04/02

Brandi and Colin BOTH attended their first seed swap a little while ago! Find out what their experiences were like!Check out our episode on Seed Swaps!

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00:50:25

GARDEN COURT: Are HOA's Helpful or Too Restrictive?

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/03/30

We're talking Homeowners Associations (HOAs), exploring their benefits and drawbacks. In this episode we'll touch on some of the common rules imposed by HOAs, the tension between maintaining property values and allowing personal expression, conflict resolution within HOAs, the complexities of neighborhood dynamics, the pros and cons of HOAs, and more.If you're part of an HOA, we talking about how to engage with your communities and challenge outdated or restrictive rules, fostering a more harmonious

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00:07:19

BONUS: What did Brandi See in the Garden?

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/03/27

Can you guess what Brandi saw in the garden the other day?

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00:41:35

Green Spaces: Stylish Planting Tips for Your Home,...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/03/23

We're exploring simple and stylistic ways to incorporate plants into your outdoor and indoor living spaces. We explore inspired approaches to decorating, benefits of thrifting, working with small spaces, and even how to spread plant love to your local community. SPECIAL GUESTNancy Adie | Simply Styled InspoNancy is the creator behind Simply Styled Inspo. Following a move from Toronto to Calgary she began her creative journey as a content creator to connect with her new community and it quickly

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00:54:05

Rooted in the Rockies: Growing Food and Community W/...

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/03/17

Farmers and homesteaders are the ultimate gardeners. While farmers and homesteaders are working on a grander scale than home gardeners, they’re most likely working through similar challenges like we are as gardeners, just on a grander scale. Take a peek behind the curtain at some of the many ways Hartell Homestead is growing not only for themselves, but for their community. SPECIAL GUESTNick Shipley is the founder of Hartell Homestead, a gem in the heart of the Foothills near Diamond Valley,

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00:29:43

The Seed Swap Scoop

The Helpful Gardeners ·

2025/03/09

Seed swaps have been around for a looooong time. Even indigenous groups and farmers would share seeds to grow their crops or medicinal plants. Today, seed swaps are commonly organized into large events with one of the most popular being "Seedy Saturday" across Canada. The first Seedy Saturday dates back to the early 90's in Vancouver courtesy of Roy Forster of the Van Dusan Botanical Gardens. 500+ people showed up for it!Calgary's 'Seedy Saturday'March 22nd, 2025 from 10a -

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