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 140: Holiday Decor Favs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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...

Episode 129: What Now? September

Episode 129: What Now? September

You can do it all! September is a fantastic time to do just about anything in your garden. Plant trees! Plant shrubs! Plant bulbs! Plant veggies! Propagate roses! Cohosts Justin and Erin chat about what to do to transition your summer garden into a productive and...

Episode 128: Fall Containers Plants & Lawn Care

Episode 128: Fall Containers Plants & Lawn Care

Just because summer is slipping away doesn't mean our gardens have to go with it. Cooler temperatures are ideal for revitalizing your lawn (I know - lawns again) but we don't dwell on grasses too long this episode! Maria joins us to let us in on some fresh ideas for...

Episode 127: Vegetables for Fall and Over Winter

Episode 127: Vegetables for Fall and Over Winter

Ugh - summer is almost over but your vegetable gardening prowess doesn't have to end with the change of seasons. There are several things you can plant now for harvest in the fall, winter and even in the spring. Have a listen to find out what will work in our maritime...

Episode 126: Hillside Erosion Control

Episode 126: Hillside Erosion Control

As summer winds down and prime fall planting conditions grow closer, now is the time to consider how you can remedy a slope in need of a little attention. Summer drought conditions and removal of unwanted invasion species or even just earth moving may have created an...

Episode 125: Veggie Problems

Episode 125: Veggie Problems

Technically - you did everything right, we know. Nature has thrown a stick in your spokes and something is wrong with your vegetables. Don't fret friend. We are here to help. This episode is dedicated to solutions for common vegetable garden problems. Abundance will...