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,...

Apr 7, 2026

Have you been hesitant to add roses to your garden? This week on the podcast, Joanne talks with Paul Zimmerman about Jackson & Perkins’ expansion into Canada, what it means for rose lovers, and why these cold-hardy, Canadian-grown roses may be easier to grow than many gardeners think.

In this episode:

• Roses are...