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March Dos and Don’ts in the garden

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW March Do’s and Dont’s in the garden this week on Down the Garden Path. Co-Host Matthew Dressing and I discuss the early Spring garden. We recommend more Don’ts than Do’s after an early brief warm spell. Resist the temptation to get an early start in the garden. It truly …Read more

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Feng Shui in the Garden

Feng Shui Garden Bagua

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Learn about Feng Shui in the garden during this episode of Down the Garden Path with Trish John. Trish is an Inspired Feng Shui Practitioner, Professional Organizer and founder of Your Spiritual Connection. She walks us through the Bagua Map used in Black Sect Feng Shui practices and how to apply it to …Read more

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Steve Lawrence, Dare2Dream Farm

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Steve Lawrence from Dare2Dream Farm in Kendal, Ontario is my guest for a repeat visit on Down the Garden Path. Steve and his wife Patty is a local bee keeper who purchased 4 bee colonies in 2010 we have enjoyed listening to Steve talk about the challenges of beekeeping.  In this …Read more

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Matthew Dressing & Joanne Shaw, Garden Trends of 2017

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Happy New Year and welcome to 2017 and the first episode of Down the Garden Path for the year. Once again Matthew Dressing joins me as co-host as we discuss our favorite Garden Trends for 2017. We also chat about our own garden plans for this year. Listen in …Read more

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Jennifer Ebeling, Still Growing Garden Podcast

Jennifer Ebeling creator and host of the Still Growing Garden Podcast. Still growing is a thoroughly informative long format interview show where Jennifer interviews Gardening experts from all over North America on a variety of topics. Tune in to learn all about it.        

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Joanne Shaw, 2 Year Anniversary DTGP Episode

  “DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… On this special episode celebrating 2 years of Down the Garden Path Radio Show, I am interviewed by guest host and horticulturalist, Matthew Dressing. We talk about my background, Landscape Design and more. Tune in to learn more about me and my journey in the garden and landscape …Read more

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Joanne Shaw, November in the Garden

Waterfall Japanese Maple

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Listen in as I chat about November in the garden. I cover what to do or NOT to do with your burlap. I share reminders about winter bird feeding in your yard and I share all about my adventure in “Facing my Hellstrip Garden” in my yard. Listen in …Read more

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Jan Johnsen, Heaven is a Garden Part II

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… This week is Part two of my conversation with highly regarded landscape designer, author and teacher with a passion for plants and beautiful gardens, Jan Johnsen. In this episode we explore many of the ancient traditions Jan writes about in her book, Heaven is a Garden- Designing Serene Outdoor Spaces for Inspiration …Read more

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Jennifer Whyte, Barefoot Veggies

“DOWN THE GARDEN PATH” RADIO SHOW… Local Oshawa, urban farmer, Jennifer Whyte joins me to chat about her backyard garden that she turned into an Urban Farm, called Barefoot Veggies. We talk about how she got started and where she plans to go. And how she can help you have a successful vegetable garden of …Read more

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The Garden: The First Year, Plants Sleep, Second Year, They Creep & Third Year, They Leap!

A popular adage in the gardening world but I think it is a worthwhile reminder for all homeowners. The first year after planting means that the plant may appear to be sleeping but really it is the roots that matter! Making sure the plant gets good soil, enough water and even a good covering of mulch …Read more

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