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On the Down the Garden Path Podcast, landscape designer Joanne Shaw discusses down-to-earth tips and advice for your plants, gardens, and landscapes. She believes it's important and possible to have great gardens that are low maintenance.

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Jun 30, 2026

Peony season may be over, but there’s still plenty to learn about these garden favourites. In this episode, Joanne explores the different types of peonies and explains what makes each one unique. She also shares practical tips for planting, supporting, deadheading, and caring for your peonies so they return...


Jun 23, 2026

Do you have a lilac bush in your garden? If you’ve ever wondered when or how to prune it, don’t miss this week’s episode. Joanne shares timely tips for caring for your lilacs and explains why now is the perfect time to prune.

Some of the topics covered in this week's episode:

The importance of pruning lilacs right...


Jun 8, 2026

In this episode of Down the Garden Path, we revisit last spring’s conversation with Ernest Williams from Aquascape about how pondless water features can bring the beauty, movement, and soothing sound of water into your yard.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Pondless water features offer beauty...


Jun 4, 2026

Thinking about starting a landscape project? In this popular episode from last summer, Joanne shares practical advice from her years as a landscape designer, including how to plan with confidence, choose the right materials, and work with professionals to avoid costly mistakes.

Some of the topics covered in this week's...