Valley Nursery Plantcast

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73: Nasty Noxious Scotchbroom May 25, 2023

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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 you've put into it.

72: Herbs are Easy May 18, 2023

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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 sensations - what's not love?

71: Pepper Planting Pep Talk May 11, 2023

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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. It's up to you to decide if you are going to be sweet or spicy.

70: Climbing Vines May 04, 2023

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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 look a little more fancy.

69: Planting to Promote Pollinators Apr 27, 2023

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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 healthier and happier habitat for the little guys who do so much work. Find out some of the options we have in stock today and get out in this awesome weather to make your yard a better place.

68: Let's Play Name that Unusual Conifer! Apr 20, 2023

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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 cool, very weird looking statement pieces that will inspire conversation and bring funky freshness to any landscape.

67: Shade - for growing, not throwing Apr 13, 2023

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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 stunning results. Find out some options for bringing unexpected delight into some of the darkest areas of your garden in this episode from Valley Nursery in Poulsbo, WA.

66: Growing Vegetables in Small Spaces Apr 06, 2023

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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 patience and ingenuity. We'll help you cultivate both in this episode of the Valley Nursery Plantcast.

65: Flowering Trees Blooming NOW Mar 30, 2023

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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 weeks.

64: Updated Spring Sale Info & Fuchsia Planting Details Mar 23, 2023

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Valley Nursery's 17th Annual Spring Sale continues through March 26 and our celebrated fuschia planting event begins on Saturday, March 25 and runs through April 2. Hosts Justin and Erin discuss new addtions to the sale and discuss details of the fuschia planting as well as chat about how to help the plants once they're hanging at your home daring the hummingbirds to drink their body weight in nectar.

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