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Episode 161: Aquatic Plant Life with Dr. Michael Graham Sep 21, 2015

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Hosts Alice and Carmen welcome Dr. Michael Graham to this week’s episode of We Dig Plants. Talking aquatic plants, like seaweed and algae, Dr. Graham is an experimental ecologist whose research program currently focuses on seaweed-based systems (primarily kelps). He is currently investigating the various physiological, ecological, and genetical processes that regulate kelp population biology, as well as the consequences of such habitat dynamics on the various physical and biological processes that ultimately determine the productivity, structure, and diversity of kelp forest communities. Mr. Graham goes on to explain how plant life like algae is often the first indicator of issues in the resulting food chain. Tune in for a thought-provoking show!

“Anywhere in the world where it’s great to make red wine it’s great for kelp… it’s called upwelling.” [24:00] “You start to change the quality of the water the algae respond.” [29:00] –Dr. Michael Graham on We Dig Plants

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Episode 160: Frida Kahlo: Art, Garden, Life Sep 14, 2015

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We Dig Plants is back! Kicking off the new fall season with Claudia Mora of the New York Botanical Garden, the ladies are talking in-depth about the “Frida Kahlo: Art, Garden, Life” exhibit that is currently ongoing. Frida Kahlo loved her garden, and Claudia shares how the garden inspired Frida’s art. The artist’s studio in Mexico City overlooked a great deal of plant life, much of which became a part of her paintings. With passionate colors and interesting use of animals, flowers, and other natural imagery makes an eyeful for anyone venturing to the Bronx. Tune in for a behind the scenes look at this popular event! This program was brought to you by International Culinary Center.

“This exhibition is totally bilingual. It’s the first exhibition that the New York Botanical Garden has done… This exhibit is not only celebrating Friday but also Mexico City.” [25:00] “We’re talking about her through the horticultural lens.” [33:00] –Claudia Mora on We Dig Plants

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Episode 159: Chef Erica DeMane Jul 24, 2015

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On this special episode of We Dig Plants, hosts Carmen Devito & Alice Marcus Krieg of Groundworks Inc interview the well known improvisation Italian-style chef, Erica DeMane. Erica is a longstanding member of the Italian-based Slow Food movement, the American Academy of Rome Kitchen Cabinet, and the International Association of Culinary Professionals.

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Episode 158: Brooklyn Botanic Garden Jul 24, 2015

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On this special episode of We Dig Plants, hosts Carmen Devito & Alice Marcus Krieg of Groundworks Inc. talk to Ashley Gamell and Meera Jagroup of Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Brooklyn Botanic Garden is an urban botanic garden that connects people to the world of plants, fostering delight and curiosity while inspiring an appreciation and sense of stewardship of the environment.

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Episode 157: Abbie Zabar and Lenore Rice Mar 09, 2015

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This week on We Dig Plants Alice does a solo interview with Abbie Zabar and Lenore Rice. Alice first asks how Lenore moved from her original profession, law, to horticulture and producing terracotta pots. She tells us about experiences in Italy and the history of terracotta production. Alice transitions to talking about Abbie’s workmanship and design. Abbie discusses her design process as well as why she loves to work on plant containers. This program was sponsored by Whole Foods Market

“The container is as important as the plant that goes into it.” [19:00]

“Impruneta [Small town in Italy] has great pots, but not great wine.” [10:00]

— Abbie Zabar and Lenore Rice on We Dig Plants

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Episode 156: Cold Climate Gardening Blog Mar 02, 2015

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This week on We Dig Plants, hosts Carmen Devito and Alice Marcus Krieg are talking cold climate gardening, which is appropriate considering the latest snowstorm in NYC! Kathy Purdy, owner and publisher of Cold Climate Gardening, a specialized blog, joins the hosts talking about how she became interested in gardening and developed a successful green thumb in Upstate NY where temperatures can plummet to 30 degrees below zero! After the break, Kathy shares one of her fondest gardening mistakes and also what she is looking forward to gardening in particular this growing season. Tune in for more! This program was brought to you by Cain Vineyard & Winery.

“I started a blog in 2002 mostly to share what I’d found out the hard way but also, hopefully, to find other people who could give me a hint or two.” [8:17]

“I’m always looking for something that will either bloom earlier or bloom later than what I’ve already got… just trying to make the growing season a little bit longer.” [22:20]

—Kathy Purdy on We Dig Plants

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Episode 155: Growing the Northeast Garden Feb 23, 2015

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This week on We Dig Plants, Carmen DeVito and Alice Marcus Krieg are joined by Andrew Keys and Kerry Michaels, the team behind a brand new book called ”
Growing the Northeast Garden”.
You lust after lush year-round landscapes, but when it comes to garden design beyond summer, you’re at the mercy of our climate. Or are you? Andrew Keys and Kerry Michaels divulge how to grow all-year ornamental gardens specifically suited for the Northeast. Learn the region’s myriad climates, geography, soils, and other distinct influencesâ€”and how to work with them. Follow the specially compiled A-Z plant guide to find the Northeast’s best choices, and use stunningly photographed, site-specific design solutions for inspiration. This program was brought to you by Whole Foods Market.

“I love shooting [photos] when it’s cloudy and moody and rainy… I kind of go in a zone when I’m in a beautiful garden and just dance around it. One of the challenging things to do is get a sense of the overall space.” [11:00]

–Kerry Michaels on We Dig Plants

“The good thing about a winter like this — when we have winter with lots of snow, spring is beautiful – thing’s flourish.” [14:00]

—Andrew Keys on We Dig Plants

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Episode 154: Nicholas Staddon Feb 16, 2015

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This week on We Dig Plants Carmen DeVito and Alice Marcus Krieg interview Nicholas Staddon, the director of the Monrovia Nursery and a Monrovia craftsman for two decades. Carmen, Alice, and Nicholas speak about the very personal aspect of horticulture, some of their most memorable plants, and going into the process of growing plants for the color of the year. The conversation then shifts to how art is used in the garden.

“It’s [Northwest Flower & Garden Show] like the disneyland of gardening.” [25:30]

–Nicholas Staddon on We Dig Plants

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Episode 153: 50 Shades of Green Feb 09, 2015

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Things get steamy on this week’s episode of We Dig Plants as the Groundworks Inc ladies are joined by author/publisher Sandra Knauf for a conversation about stamens, anthers & pistils — yes… plant sex! Sandra’s latest book, 50 Shades of Green, is a collection of twelve delicious and erotic short stories with gardening themes. What you’ll find in these pages is hotter than the hottest pepper on the Scoville index of heat! And smart, not smutty. Well . . . maybe a little smutty. This program was brought to you by Whole Foods Market.

“I’ve always thought sex and the garden went together. Everyone should have a place for love making in the garden!” [09:00]

–Sandra Knauf on We Dig Plants

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Episode 152: Maria Zampini Feb 02, 2015

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On this cold winter day, tune in to a brand new episode of We Dig Plants!. Carmen DeVito is joined by Maria Zampini, founder of UpShoot. In 2012 Maria was named Director of Plant Development for the Agricola Management Group, the exclusive licensee of the HGTV HOME Plant collection. Her work includes sourcing genetics for the various plant collections, working with grower and retail partners as well as networking with garden writers.

Maria writes a monthly column in Garden Center Magazine and a regular column forNursery Management. Her work has appeared in numerous other publications, including American Nurseryman, Nursery News, Country Folks Grower, Fine Gardening and the northern issues of State-by-State Gardening Magazine. She is also a sought-after speaker, lecturing on new plant introductions, sustainability, native plants, plant patents and trademarks and other plant-related topics. This program was brought to you by Heritage Foods USA

“I look at mother nature as a pitcher, and she will throw something over the base – you just don’t know what it’s going to be. Chances are there will be a curveball somewhere in there.” [27:00]

“I look at landscaping in an investment in my home, just like everything that happens inside of it.” [31:00]

“There’s no right wrong in the garden – if it makes you happy then it’s all good!” [35:00]

–Maria Zampini on We Dig Plants

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