Plantcast Podcast Episodes

Valley Nursery Plantcast is a weekly conversation about plants. Gregarious gardeners Erin & Justin didn’t know much about gardening until they discovered Valley Nursery in Poulsbo, Washington. Elbow deep in dirt and surrounded by experts, they use their blossoming knowledge to share practical and seasonal planting, pruning, purchasing and fertilizing advice.
Episode 78: Think About Fall Vegetables Right NOW

Episode 78: Think About Fall Vegetables Right NOW

Sure, it's the middle of summer. Enjoy your vegetables now. Just remember, proper planning prevents poor performance and why not continue to be a stellar vegetable gardener into the fall and over the winter. The time to start prepping and planting your fall vegetable...

Episode 77: Make Cut Flowers LAAAAAST

Episode 77: Make Cut Flowers LAAAAAST

Frustrated by the lack of longevity with your cut flowers? Turn that frown upside down with a few simple tricks to prolonging the life of your bouquets presented by your favorite friendly podcast hosts Erin & Justin.You can also find the Podcast available on these...

Episode 76: Baby Bloomers

Episode 76: Baby Bloomers

Big blooming flowers are generally the show stoppers but there are loads of little guys out there that are just as lovely and can add texture and interest to your garden. Don't ignore your baby bloomers friends, they easily fit into the big picture of any sized...

Episode 75: How to Water Everything

Our gardens are as varied as we are. Watering your lawns is way different than your hanging baskets which are way different than your veggies - so don't do it all the same. We'll talk you through how to water the various zones of your oasis so you aren't over or under...

Episode 74: Vibrant Later Blooming Perennials

Episode 74: Vibrant Later Blooming Perennials

As we slide out of spring and into summer, keep color bursting in your garden with late blooming perennials. Find out a few of our favorites that bring brightness into your landscape throughout the summer months. You can also find the Podcast available on these...

REBROADCAST: Perfectly Pretty Peonies

REBROADCAST: Perfectly Pretty Peonies

Maybe you missed this episode the first time or maybe you are a new listener (welcome) or maybe you just want to hear again about how these flowers are just timeless. Peonies are late spring stunners that can survive for DECADES in your garden if cared for properly....

Episode 73: Nasty Noxious Scotchbroom

Episode 73: Nasty Noxious Scotchbroom

That bright prolific yellow plant that's blooming every where in Kitsap County is an invasive noxious weed. Getting rid of it is as challenging as gardening is rewarding. We chat about how and when to get rid of the nasty plant so it won't destroy your yard the work...

Episode 72: Herbs are Easy

Episode 72: Herbs are Easy

It ain't hard to have a prolific herb garden in the PNW and this is an episode dedicated to a handful of the freshest and easiest herbs you can grow for culinary purposes. Think of the as the gateway to great flavor. With little care you'll grow lots of taste...

Episode 71: Pepper Planting Pep Talk

Episode 71: Pepper Planting Pep Talk

Valley Nursery owner Brad Watts swoops into the studio to offer tips on how to successfully grow sweet and hot peppers in this episode of the Plantcast. Sweet or spicy - that's up to you. You can also find the Podcast available on these platforms:

Episode 70: Climbing Vines

Episode 70: Climbing Vines

Whether they're climbing up a trellis or winding through your rhodies - climbing vines can be a striking addition to any yard, providing shade (sometimes), wow factor and cascades of color. We've got options that will suit your fancy and maybe make your space even...

Episode 69: Planting to Promote Pollinators

Episode 69: Planting to Promote Pollinators

Pollinators are our greatest allies in the garden. Want more blooms? Place more landing pads for the pollinators in your garden. What a bounitful harvest? Plant more color variety. There are very simple tricks and additions you can make to your garden to make it a...

Episode 68: Let’s Play Name that Unusual Conifer!

Episode 68: Let’s Play Name that Unusual Conifer!

Diverging from the norm, in this episode Erin tries to stump Justin with simple descriptions of a few of the more unusual trees found at Valley Nursery. The extended cold this season is actually perfect for planting trees and shrubs and our nursery has several very...

Episode 67: Shade – for growing, not throwing

Episode 67: Shade – for growing, not throwing

Shade is a garden feature oft feared by novice gardeners. The options for turning it into a bright and colorful spot in your yard are abundant. Don't fear the shade - embrace it! Ground cover, shrubs and flowers can be planted in the varying degrees of shade with...

Episode 66: Growing Vegetables in Small Spaces

Short on space but long on desire for home-grown veggies? Fret not my friend, we've got you covered. From planting in lovely ceramic containers to utilizing old tires, you can grow what you fancy in the strange or small or strange small space you have with a little...

Episode 65: Flowering Trees Blooming NOW

Episode 65: Flowering Trees Blooming NOW

Bursts of pink and white are popping up all over Kitsap County as flowering trees start to bloom throughout the Pacific Northwest. Justin and Erin chat about the two showiest right now but also discuss the trees that will be delightfully bloomtastic in the coming...