Plants Are Awesome

Plants Are Awesome

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  • Pumpkins

    Everything you might need to know (or not) about Pumpkins. The historical origin of Jack O'Lantern carving, trivia, and more. 

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    12 min
  • Flower Math
    The golden ratio, the Fibonacci sequence, mathematical formulae. How do any of these things relate to flowers and plants? Find out on today's episode of plants are awesome.
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    9 min
  • Native American Ethnobotany
    In this Native People's Day special we briefly explore the gargantuan of influence Native American botany.
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    6 min
  • 5 things to do before Fall ends
    What are the most important items it check off the list before the end of autum? What should you focus on heading into the colder months? Find out here, on this episode of Plants Are Awesome.
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    15 min
  • A Brief History of Weed

    Today we take a short dive into the history of one of the most globally recognizable plants. 

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    9 min
  • Chrysanthemum (Mums)

    Today we're exploring one of Autumn's most treasured gems. The bright, pastel-colored puffs characteristic of mums are used in North America to add a bit of giddy color to a garden. But did you know that the flower's original purpose was to serve as a symbol of the Japanese Monarchy? Or that some modern insect repellents are manufactured from chemicals found in mums? 

    All this, plus care and growing tips for your mums on this episode of Plants Are Awesome.

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    14 min
  • Chamomile

    Today we're taking a deep look at chamomile, it's medical properties, and its history. 

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    13 min
  • keeping the winter months greener and happier
    Wintercan be tough. It's cold, dark, and life seems to slip into dormancy for a few months. Today we're going to explore some options for keeping your garden alive and green longer into fall and winter.
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    19 min
  • Calendula officinalis (Pot Marigold)
    Today we'll be talking about one of my personal favorite flowers. Proper sed germination, care, tips, and even a useful ointment that can be made from the petals.
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    24 min

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