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 60: Starting Seeds Indoors

Episode 60: Starting Seeds Indoors

Get growing! February is NOT too early to start thinking of your spring and summer bounty. Starting seeds indoors is easy with the right mindset and equipment which is easy to attain from your friends here at Valley. Hosts Justin and Erin chat about all the things you...

Episode 59: Pottery is for PLANTS

Episode 59: Pottery is for PLANTS

Ceramic pots are the perfect addition to every garden. They add color to shady areas, give height to short spaces - they make you wanna look at your nook. Our selection is bigger than ever and their hardiness makes them a welcome year round feature.You can also find...

Episode 58: Love Lovey LOVE love plants

Episode 58: Love Lovey LOVE love plants

We are real loving this week friends. Roses aren't the only plants that represent love friends and we want you to know about the others. Discover alternative options for your sweetie and then pop in here and buy them! Be fresh. Be creative. Be as full of love as we...

Episode 57: Pruning Fruit Trees

Episode 57: Pruning Fruit Trees

We call in the expert to discuss how to prune juvenile and old fruit trees. With a little patience, sharp tools and the confidence gleaned from our resident arborist, you'll have your personal orchard looking good soon-ish.You can also find the Podcast available on...

Episode 56: Citrus Trees CAN Survive!

Episode 56: Citrus Trees CAN Survive!

Sweet, juicy and delicious homegrown citrus CAN be achieved in the Pacific Northwest and we will give you the confidence to give it a go in your own personal garden (even though one of us continues to fail at it herself over and over and over). You can do it and Erin...

Episode 55: Houseplant Pests BE GONE

Episode 55: Houseplant Pests BE GONE

Proper and easy winter houseplant care can help your green babies thrive throughout the season but pests can foil even the most dutiful of caregivers. We chat about how to identify a few of the more common buggers and let you know how to eliminate them from your...

RERUN! Episode 2: Popular Houseplants

RERUN! Episode 2: Popular Houseplants

This was one of our very first plantcast episodes, recording back in November 2021. We chatted about the most popular common houseplants and how to care for them. Had to dig through the archives because Erin is home sick - so take care of yourselves and your...

Episode 54: Shroomy Shroomerson (He’s a Fun Guy)

Episode 54: Shroomy Shroomerson (He’s a Fun Guy)

The weather anomaly of snow and ice rapidly melting followed by inches of rain and warmer temps make right now a strange and delightful time for mushrooms to florish. Same with mold. Outside and for some of us aggressive waterers - inside too. You can also find the...

Episode 53: 2022 Wrapped

Episode 53: 2022 Wrapped

The Plantcast dove into a plethora of topics in 2022. Justin and Erin did not shy away from tough topics (anyone remember how to build a rain garden?) and indulged in perennials, conifers and you know, mulch. The last episode of 2022 is what they learned and a fun...

Episode 52: Winter Bloomers – Better than Sweatpants!

Episode 52: Winter Bloomers – Better than Sweatpants!

Winter bloomers cyclamen, hellebores and camellias are on the cusp on blooming right now and survive even the harshest of PNW winters. This episode is chock full of planting tips and fun facts about these seasonal showstoppers.You can also find the Podcast available...

Episode 51: Holiday Gift Guide

Episode 51: Holiday Gift Guide

Plantcast listeners must have plant lovers in their life and our big red barn is the gift shop to visit to find the perfect present for that person! Valley's buyer Bailey sits down with us to chat about a few of her favorites for the season that fit any budget.You can...

Episode 50: Thanksgiving Thankfulness

Episode 50: Thanksgiving Thankfulness

Hosts Justin and Erin give thanks for a year of podcasting glory and reveal some of the great holiday decor finds at the Nursery available right now.You can also find the Podcast available on these platforms:

Episode 49: Christmas Trees … Cut or Living?

Episode 49: Christmas Trees … Cut or Living?

Valley Nursery offers both cut and potted living Christmas Trees every year. In today's episode, we discuss the varieties of both and talk about how to care for them AND pepper in fun facts with very little singing.You can also find the Podcast available on these...

Episode 48: Fear Not Frost … Winterize!

Episode 48: Fear Not Frost … Winterize!

Frigid temperatures are on the horizon and only you can save yourself from the dangers of frost. Have a listen to learn about some practical projects you can squeeze in before the mercury drops. Save yourself from extra work in the spring by getting the work done...

Episode 47: A Brief History of Valley Nursery

Episode 47: A Brief History of Valley Nursery

To celebrate one full year of podcasting glory we look back on the history of Valley Nursery and how it became the beautiful place it is today. You can also find the Podcast available on these platforms:

Episode 46: Succulents Are Such Sweet Sweeties

Episode 46: Succulents Are Such Sweet Sweeties

There isn't a houseplant easier to care for than a succulent nor is there a groundcover that spreads easier with such dynamic texture and diversity. Funny how one word can cover such a range of plants, yet succulent does just that. We chat about care for the indoor...