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Each week, horticulturalist Felder Rushing shares stories, answers questions and just talks gardening. Of course, you’ll hear a bit of “cheesy music” in every program and you might hear a bad joke or two as well. The Gestalt Gardener is a long-time favorite on MPB Think Radio, due in no small part to Felder’s laid-back, your-neighbors-might-talk-but-so-what approach to gardening.

Email Felder anytime at garden@mpbonline.org and listen Friday mornings at 9 and Saturday mornings at 10 to The Gestalt Gardener on MPB Think Radio. And in the meantime, as Felder says, get out and get dirty.

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Latest Episodes:

The Gestalt Gardener | Big Stepper May 06, 2022

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With over 250,000 downloads and listeners spanning around the globe, from all of us here at the Gestalt Gardener and MPB Think Radio, we say Thank You! Thank You for listening and helping the Gestalt Gardener spread the good news about local Mississippi gardeners and southern flower enthusiasts. In this episode, Felder helps with questions about fence coverings, colorful groundcover, and moving plants. Now let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | Mow Higher Apr 29, 2022

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When it comes to lawncare Felder promotes raising your mower and letting the grass grow. Mow high is a great way to remember not to scalp your lawn and let it actually grow and thrive. And don't let him get started on fertilizer! The spring season is moving on and Felder helps with another round of southern gardening questions. Also, he is gearing up for the Jackson Home Show and other appearances he has coming up around the South. Felder and his green pickup are ready for the road. Now let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | Earth Day '22 Apr 22, 2022

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First celebrated on April 22, 1970, Earth Day is set aside to show support for environmental protection. From big to small gestures people all over the world celebrate Earth Day and Felder is doing is part by helping you with your southern gardening questions. Always focused on helping what grows, Felder promotes leaving a little patch of wildflower growth that often supports the insects and other creatures who benefit from slightly unkempt areas. Now let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | Meridian Magic Apr 04, 2022

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Felder returns to the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience in Meridian for a live broadcast from the courtyard. After a rocky start, Felder handles another round of southern gardening questions with a focus on this early spring and planting times. Always happy to step outside the studio and be among the people Felder, Java, and the MPB Foundation show appreciation for the listeners and supporters with another great event at The Max.

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The Gestalt Gardener | Native Planters Mar 25, 2022

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Native plants have a special place around the garden because they will thrive under the harshest conditions. They were simply built to survive while other flowers and plants need special assistance to thrive. During this round of southern gardening questions, Felder Rushing talks about these native plants and others while gardeners are quietly anticipating the time for summer planting. Also, he shares updates on his upcoming events where you can see him live and in the community.

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The Gestalt Gardener | Edible Petals Mar 18, 2022

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Felder Rushing is back for another round of southern gardening questions and is still warning people it is too early to plant for summer. He reminds us it is not about the temperature outside but the temperature of the soil. During the best garden party on the radio, he gives advice about edible plants, proper fertilizer use, and grafting apple trees. Let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | H is for Herbs Mar 11, 2022

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The cold weather is coming across Mississippi and Felder has a few tips for taking care of your plants during a flash freeze. One of those tips is to leave certain plants alone. If they are blooming now they will be fine. Yet for others, there are a few things that will keep them warm during the below-freezing temps. Also, he brings in a beautiful bouquet of herbs and a hand-crafted bird for show and tell. Now, let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | Pushing Pea Mar 04, 2022

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It is not time to plant for summer. (I repeat) It is not time to plant for summer. Felder is pushing this message just ahead of one of the most beautiful weekends for Mississippi in a while. The temperature is just right but the soil is still too cold for summer plantings, plus we are due for one more cold snap. Many call it blackberry winter or false spring, but what is in a name? Just remember now is not the time to plant! Now let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | For The Bugs Feb 25, 2022

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There is nothing wrong with a well-manicured lawn but our bug friends really appreciate the unkempt areas of our landscape. Sometimes it really is beneficial, as Felder says, "mow what grows." On this round of southern gardening questions, Felder talks about dinosaur kale, muscat grapes, and rose cuttings. Let's get dirty!

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The Gestalt Gardener | Frost Blooms Feb 23, 2022

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Japanese magnolia seems to always find their blooms right before a frost. Then again, Felder thinks these blooms bring the frost. Either way, these pink and white flowers are the first Felder has seen this year. Back in the studio, Felder updates us on his travels and the recent events he has lined up around the state. And he still has time to answer another round of southern gardening questions. Let's get dirty!

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