Episode 278

Drought Tolerant Trees

This week, Nathan talks about the importance of planting drought tolerant plants in the south and starts off with a list of great trees that can handle the "dry times."

Episode 277

Basics of Companion Planting

Plants need best friends too! This week, Nathan talks about reasons why you might consider “companion planting”— or growing a bunch of different types of plants closely together. Later, he discusses some great plant combos that might help fend off bad bugs and increase the population of good ones.

Episode 276

Random Garden Topics for July

Just because the heat is ramping up doesn't mean that the gardening should be slowing down! This week, Nathan talks about a somewhat random list of gardening topics that should be taking place in your summertime oasis this month!

Episode 275

Using Shrubs Creatively to Stylize Your Garden

Shrubs are a vital component of any well-designed landscape and garden. This week, Nathan talks about ways to stylize your garden with shrubs. He walks you through distinct garden styles, such as Japanese, Cottage, and Tropical, and describes different shrubs that can help you achieve that look and atmosphere. Start using shrubs creatively today to create a “sense of place” that can last a lifetime!

episode 274

Elements of a Wildlife Garden

Bring nature into the back garden by making your spaces more attractive to wildlife! Nathan talks about the essential components your garden needs if you want to provide a space for wildlife to live and thrive!

Episode 273

June Q&A Week- Mulching, Perennial Cuttings, and Infested Roses

This week, Nathan answers your gardening questions! Should you mulch before or after you plant? Nathan has some good ideas to help you make mulching a little easier. Can you make more perennial plants from cuttings now? Listen to find out. And what about roses that are being attacked by Japanese Beetles? Nathan talks about organic options to controlling both the adult beetles and the larvae living beneath the soil. Send us your gardening question for our July Q&A Week at www.newsoutherngarden.com or on Facebook and Instagram!

Episode 272

Grow Perennial Plants from Seed...Easily!

Need more plants but not able to spend a fortune? Join Nathan as he talks about growing your own perennial plants from seed! He talks about some of the easiest varieties to grow from seed and how to save your own seed on existing plants to grow even more!

Episode 271

The BEST Annual Plants for Pollinators

Attract plenty of pollinators and add an abundance of colorful blooms to your summer garden with these easy-to-grow annual flowering plants!

episode 270

Tips for Lower Maintenance Gardening

What's the latest craze in gardening trends? Low maintenance! Actually, it's been the latest craze for decades. With the busyness of life, it's hard to dedicate copious amounts of time working in the landscape...as much as we might love doing it. This week, Nathan gives you some ideas in reducing the amount of time spent on pruning, weeding, and working with your lawn. Hopefully, these tips will give you more time to enjoy your garden instead of just working in it!

Episode 269

Native Plants in Nathan’s Garden

This week, Nathan talks about the native plants in his garden! Native plants are those plants which originated from the area in which they are grown. In this case, Nathan discusses plants that would have been growing in the southern United States before the settlers came over and brought plants from other parts of the world. Native plants are great for eco-friendly gardening and are a great food source for local pollinators and other insects. If you are looking to create a garden that blends well with the naturally occurring environment, plant some of Nathan’s favorite native plants today!