Understanding how plants get from seed to our gardens.

In This Podcast: We interview Diane Blazek, the executive director of All America Selections and National Garden Bureau, about the process of plant innovation and how new plant varieties make their way into gardens. Diane explains the various stages a plant goes through—from breeding to distribution—highlighting the roles of breeders, brokers, and growers. They discuss different propagation methods, including seeds and vegetative cuttings, and the intricacies involved in each step. Diane also touches on the importance of flowering plants for pollination, how to stay informed about new varieties through the National Garden Bureau, and shares a bit of horticultural history connected to Victory Gardens. Lastly, Diane offers advice for gardeners to try new plants and visit local public gardens..

Our Guest:  Diane Blazek is the executive director of All America Selections and National Garden Bureau. She has been deeply and happily immersed in gardening from a very early age, from growing up on a small family farm in Missouri to her suburban lot in the Chicagoland area. She is passionate about everything green.

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