May 12, 2026
This week on the podcast, Joanne speaks with Bri Petersen from Urban Gardening Canada about her new e-book, Gardening Basics for the Beginner Gardener.
In this episode:
Beginner Gardeners Need
Updated Advice, Not Outdated Rules
So much common
gardening advice is based on old habits, like turning over the soil
every...
May 4, 2026
What if you could walk through acres of blooming peonies and cut your own bouquet to take home? In this episode, Joanne welcomes Valérie Chort of Fleur de Roy to share the story behind Southern Ontario’s largest pick-your-own peony farm and its short but spectacular bloom season.
Tickets are now available to Pick...
Apr 28, 2026
This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne discusses do's and don'ts for your May garden, and walks you through what to do now, what to wait on, and how to give your garden the best start for the season ahead.
Be patient and let the May garden guide your timing. May can be unpredictable, especially after a cool, wet...
Apr 21, 2026
Thinking about growing your own lettuce, spinach, and potatoes this spring? In this April 2025 encore episode, Joanne chats with Julia Dimakos about successfully growing these popular vegetables at home.
In this episode:
- How to grow lettuce successfully for
fresh, continuous harvests
Julia explores the basics of...
Apr 13, 2026
This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne chats with Manny Lavrador about the growing interest in native trees and how to choose the right one for your property.
In this episode:
- Why are native trees such an important topic right now? More gardeners and homeowners are looking for plants that support the environment,...