Plantcast Podcast Episodes
Episode 145: Valley’s Legacy Trees
There are plants in the ground at Valley older than the hosts of the podcast and nearly as beautiful (but certainly not as charismatic). The trees work to enhance the property and serve as examples to what plants purchased here can grow to be. On this episode - we...
Episode 144: How to be a Horticulturist
We already believe that our nursery is something special. Our team of Certified Professional Horticulturists elevate our ability to serve our customers with their extensive plant knowledge. Their willingness to help folks diagnose problems or plan for planting or...
Episode 143: A Conversation with Saltwater Seeds
We chat with Katie Miller from Saltwater Seeds about cultivating seeds specifically for our Maritime Northwest climate. Valley offers more than 60 varieties of seeds from this local producer and talking with Katie about the work and responsibility of being a steward...
Episode 142: Prune to get more fruit
You've pruned for shape and air and light, now it's time to focus the fruit tree's energy on what they are made for ... fruit. Fan favorite Sam is back for another insightful interview on this episode.You can also find the Podcast available on these platforms:
Episode 141: What now? January
January is synonymous with new beginnings - let it be so with your garden. Planning, pruning, prepping are all past times to indulge in during these cold winter days. Pops of color and early bloomers (hello hellebores) are also in and ready to plant. Find out how you...
Episode 140: Holiday Decor Favs
Christmas Trees may be the granddaddies of Christmas decor but wreaths and poinsettias are stalwarts of holiday tradition. Both classic symbols have rich history and we tell their stories on this episode as well as offering tips on how to keep them bright, fresh and...
Episode 139: Holiday Gift Guide
Christmas shopping got you all a twitter? Still searching for that perfect something? Want to find unique treasures for everyone on your list - regardless of the color of their thumb? We've got you friend. Our resident gift giving expert Bailey sits down with us to...
Episode 138: What now? November
Baring survival of impending bomb cyclons and atmospheric rivers, there's not a whole lot to do as the rain sets in. What there is to do we are happy to tell you about with candor and rays of light shooting from our eyes. Intrigued? Always. You can also find the...
Episode 137: A Conversation with Nick Penovich
The soil your plants are in determines their health and there is no one in Kitsap County with more passion for soil health than Nick Penovich. Justin and Erin had the pleasure of chatting with the founder of Soil Science Products about what you can be doing in your...
Episode 136: Winter Blooming Shrubs
Looking for something to pop in the ground and add some interest to your garden this winter- look no further than this podcast! Justin and Erin chat about shrubs that bloom after all the summer petals have fallen and the big dark has descended. Fall is the ideal time...
Episode 135: Get READY for COLD
We've told you once and we'll tell you again - proper planning prevents poor performance. That's especially true as the temperatures dip into the 40s and below. Your tender new plants, your beloved seasonal delights, your hoses - all of it needs a little special...
Episode 134: Health Benefits of Plants
Spending time outdoors makes you healthier. Spending time in nature reduces stress. Growing plants is good for your health. The lack of sunlight and colder temperatures make us all want to tuck inside and cozy up in our sweaters and inhale pumpkin spiced everything....
Episode 133: What Now? October
Admiring the stunning fall color is not the only thing you can do in your garden right now friends - you can mulch! Okay - you can always mulch - but now is a great time to do that and many other things. Guest host Maria joins Erin to chat about what you can do in...
Episode 132: Spoooooooky Plants
Looking for Halloween decorations that are less tradtional, less plastic and more organically awesome? Look here friends. Justin and Erin discuss plants with spooky names, spooky habits and spooky vibes to get your porch or landscape or even inside your house festive...
Episode 131: Why do the leaves change color?
Every wonder why the trees and shrubs turn from green to the magnificent shades of reds and yellows and oranges in the fall? Wonder no more friends and have a listen as we tell you why in the latest episode of the Valley Nursery Plantcast!You can also find the Podcast...
Episode 130: Little Trees – Big Color
Little trees can have big color. When you're on the hunt for a tree to fit into a smaller landscape or even in a pot and want something that is going to wow you as the season changes - hunt no further! We have some fantastic suggestions for small showstoppers - just...