https://simplecast.com Gritty and Green Gritty and Green explores all the facets of gardening in a city -- whether it's creating your own small backyard garden oasis, planting herbs on your roof deck, growing flowers in containers on your stoop or cramming as many plant babies onto your windowsill as you can. Each episode host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting, is joined by folks that know the ins and outs of urban gardening from the tiniest seed to the biggest bureaucratic policies in urban agriculture. You'll learn a little about the sciences and a lot about how to grow your own flourishing urban garden. © 2025 Gritty and Green en-us Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:00:13 +0000 https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com Gritty and Green https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/b0123674-ac48-4ed7-b135-a80a10c73203/4dee8a1b-72db-4c24-8bf6-ba46f72e9c76/3000x3000/gginstalogo2.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com episodic Gritty and Green explores all the facets of gardening in a city -- whether it's creating your own small backyard garden oasis, planting herbs on your roof deck, growing flowers in containers on your stoop or cramming as many plant babies onto your windowsill as you can. Each episode host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting, is joined by folks that know the ins and outs of urban gardening from the tiniest seed to the biggest bureaucratic policies in urban agriculture. You'll learn a little about the sciences and a lot about how to grow your own flourishing urban garden. Meredith Nutting false https://feeds.simplecast.com/0PMGvj18 Meredith Nutting meredith@coolgoonproductions.com 4190df58-04f7-4eef-bec0-e00399c60ce3 Gritty and Green 302: The Buy Nothing Flower Farm Find out more about Midtown Bramble and Bloom on their website: https://midtownbramble.com/

and follow them on social media @midtownbramble

 

Follow me! instagram @grittyandgreen and bluesky @grittyandgreen.bsky.social

Subscribe to my newsletter and get your own free copy of my work in progress Garden by the Moon journal! 

If you'd like to submit a garden question email me at grittyandgreen @ coolgoonproductions . com

And to learn more about sustainable living in Philadelphia go to GreenPHL.com

]]> Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Midtown Bramble, Midtown Bramble & Bloom, Marisa Mender-Franklin, Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-302-the-buy-nothing-flower-farm-pSBHIlVx Find out more about Midtown Bramble and Bloom on their website: https://midtownbramble.com/

and follow them on social media @midtownbramble

 

Follow me! instagram @grittyandgreen and bluesky @grittyandgreen.bsky.social

Subscribe to my newsletter and get your own free copy of my work in progress Garden by the Moon journal! 

If you'd like to submit a garden question email me at grittyandgreen @ coolgoonproductions . com

And to learn more about sustainable living in Philadelphia go to GreenPHL.com

]]> Gritty and Green 302: The Buy Nothing Flower Farm Meredith Nutting, Midtown Bramble, Midtown Bramble & Bloom, Marisa Mender-Franklin, Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School 00:37:21 In this episode of Gritty and Green, host Meredith Nutting starts at the PHS Flower Show with the students from Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School to hear about their community rooted exhibit. Then she talks to a flower farmer in Memphis Tennessee about how a post on Buy Nothing led to a farm built on neighbors' land. Marisa Mender-Franklin, owner of Midtown Bramble and Bloom, talks all about creating a flower garden and turning it into a thriving business in the heart of Midtown, a diverse and dynamic neighborhood in Memphis. In this episode of Gritty and Green, host Meredith Nutting starts at the PHS Flower Show with the students from Lankenau Environmental Science Magnet High School to hear about their community rooted exhibit. Then she talks to a flower farmer in Memphis Tennessee about how a post on Buy Nothing led to a farm built on neighbors' land. Marisa Mender-Franklin, owner of Midtown Bramble and Bloom, talks all about creating a flower garden and turning it into a thriving business in the heart of Midtown, a diverse and dynamic neighborhood in Memphis. shared economy, community gardens, buy nothing group, native plants, philadelphia horticultural society flower show, philadelphia horticultural society, flower garden, flowers, memphis, lankenau environmental science magnet high school, lankenau, phs flower show, midtown bramble and bloom, urban gardens, cut flowers, midtown bramble false full 302 1b16cc1f-1f32-4235-a374-929068498348 Gritty and Green 301 - The Weather The Old Farmer's Almanac: https://www.almanac.com/

Some of my favorite tools are: 

https://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-calendar

https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates

https://www.almanac.com/planting-by-the-moon

 

Follow me! instagram @grittyandgreen and bluesky @grittyandgreen.bsky.social

Subscribe to my newsletter and get your own free copy of my work in progress Garden by the Moon journal! 

If you'd like to submit a garden question email me at grittyandgreen @ coolgoonproductions . com

And to learn more about sustainable living in Philadelphia go to GreenPHL.com

]]> Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Carol Connare, The Old Farmer's Almanac) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-301-the-weather-vRySeJei The Old Farmer's Almanac: https://www.almanac.com/

Some of my favorite tools are: 

https://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-calendar

https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates

https://www.almanac.com/planting-by-the-moon

 

Follow me! instagram @grittyandgreen and bluesky @grittyandgreen.bsky.social

Subscribe to my newsletter and get your own free copy of my work in progress Garden by the Moon journal! 

If you'd like to submit a garden question email me at grittyandgreen @ coolgoonproductions . com

And to learn more about sustainable living in Philadelphia go to GreenPHL.com

]]> Gritty and Green 301 - The Weather Meredith Nutting, Carol Connare, The Old Farmer's Almanac 00:28:46 The Season 3 premiere of Gritty and Green, a podcast for truly urban gardeners. In this episode Meredith Nutting talks with Carol Connare, the editor and chief of the Old Farmer's Almanac to learn about the history and tradition of weather forecasting and garden calendars in the United States. The Season 3 premiere of Gritty and Green, a podcast for truly urban gardeners. In this episode Meredith Nutting talks with Carol Connare, the editor and chief of the Old Farmer's Almanac to learn about the history and tradition of weather forecasting and garden calendars in the United States. philadelphia, usda, almanacs, urban gardening, weather prediction, gardening by the moon, the old farmer's almanac, weather, container gardening, city gardening, weather forecasting, lunar planting, hardiness zone false full 301 c9c76f2a-3e96-42d8-91c3-707c1b4f35bd Gritty and Green: We Are Seeds - Klean Kensington To learn more about Klean Kensington check out their website: https://www.kleankensington.org/

If you want to hear the Gritty and Green from John Janick you can find it by scrolling back through the Gritty and Green podcast feed to the Sept 4, 2024 episode about Native Plants or find it here: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/native-plants

To learn more about Kensington Corridor Trust head to: https://kctphilly.org/our-team

And you can connect to the Philadelphia Harvest Hope Community Garden on instagram @thegarden2091 and if you want to support them, donate to the garden through the garden's program leader Theresa Farrell here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Thegarden2091

And as always, if you want to learn more about sustainable living head to GreenPHL.com

]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (John Janick, Kensington Corridor Trust, Klean Kensington, Philadelphia Harvest Hope Community Garden, Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-we-are-seeds-klean-kensington-86PQTe3K To learn more about Klean Kensington check out their website: https://www.kleankensington.org/

If you want to hear the Gritty and Green from John Janick you can find it by scrolling back through the Gritty and Green podcast feed to the Sept 4, 2024 episode about Native Plants or find it here: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/native-plants

To learn more about Kensington Corridor Trust head to: https://kctphilly.org/our-team

And you can connect to the Philadelphia Harvest Hope Community Garden on instagram @thegarden2091 and if you want to support them, donate to the garden through the garden's program leader Theresa Farrell here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/Thegarden2091

And as always, if you want to learn more about sustainable living head to GreenPHL.com

]]> Gritty and Green: We Are Seeds - Klean Kensington John Janick, Kensington Corridor Trust, Klean Kensington, Philadelphia Harvest Hope Community Garden, Meredith Nutting 00:51:45 Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Klean Kensington is a nonprofit that pays youth for their work creating and maintaining community gardens by clearing out vacant lots. The idea came to Jeremy Chen when he was leading a group of volunteers in a neighborhood clean up after the George Floyd protests during the pandemic. The streets needed to be cleaned, the teens needed to be paid and the neighborhood needed some gardens. Since then, well paid teens in Kensington have cleaned up empty lots that became dumping sites, turning them into community gardens. They maintain at least 7 gardens within a few blocks of Kensington, growing flowers and food and most importantly showing neighbors that they can have beautiful green spaces. They’ve also helped resurrect old community gardens that fell into disarray, like the Philadelphia Harvest Hope Community Garden, that is now maintained by neighbors. Klean Kensington also uses their workforce to help other organizations, like Kensington Corridor Trust. By mentoring and paying teens for their work, teaching them skills to bring into their adult lives, and bettering the neighborhood, Klean Kensington shows that big issues need a local touch. Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Klean Kensington is a nonprofit that pays youth for their work creating and maintaining community gardens by clearing out vacant lots. The idea came to Jeremy Chen when he was leading a group of volunteers in a neighborhood clean up after the George Floyd protests during the pandemic. The streets needed to be cleaned, the teens needed to be paid and the neighborhood needed some gardens. Since then, well paid teens in Kensington have cleaned up empty lots that became dumping sites, turning them into community gardens. They maintain at least 7 gardens within a few blocks of Kensington, growing flowers and food and most importantly showing neighbors that they can have beautiful green spaces. They’ve also helped resurrect old community gardens that fell into disarray, like the Philadelphia Harvest Hope Community Garden, that is now maintained by neighbors. Klean Kensington also uses their workforce to help other organizations, like Kensington Corridor Trust. By mentoring and paying teens for their work, teaching them skills to bring into their adult lives, and bettering the neighborhood, Klean Kensington shows that big issues need a local touch. community gardens, kensington, native plants, philadelphia, vacant lots, urban gardening, street clean up, kensington corridor trust, klean kensington, good host plants, kensington philadelphia false full 4 478e0eaa-9fd4-49b6-a2cd-e3b03885e370 Gritty and Green by the Moon: July's New Moon Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-julys-new-moon-nxJFyCOE Gritty and Green by the Moon: July's New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:03:11 Today is July's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is July's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 14 73a3b977-05ea-41e1-9d2b-dc3d8a84ceda Gritty and Green: We are Seeds Sanctuary Farm Find out more about Sanctuary Farms at their website: https://www.sanctuaryfarmphila.org/ and follow them on social media @sanctuaryfarmphila

You can hear more from the organization's founder, Andrea Vettori, on Gritty and Green Episode 204: Vegetables. 

To learn more about sustainable living go to greenphl.org

Episode Art photograph: Madasyn Andrews

 

]]> Tue, 22 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-we-are-seeds-sanctuary-farm-P_uzOuRQ Find out more about Sanctuary Farms at their website: https://www.sanctuaryfarmphila.org/ and follow them on social media @sanctuaryfarmphila

You can hear more from the organization's founder, Andrea Vettori, on Gritty and Green Episode 204: Vegetables. 

To learn more about sustainable living go to greenphl.org

Episode Art photograph: Madasyn Andrews

 

]]> Gritty and Green: We are Seeds Sanctuary Farm Meredith Nutting 00:56:31 Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Sanctuary Farms is a nonprofit organization started by nurse practitioner, Andrea Vettori in North Philadelphia. The mission is to cultivate fresh, organic produce, strengthen community and promote health and wellness. Since 2017, Sanctuary Farms has provided 1,500 neighborhood families with over 35,000 pounds of free fresh produce much of which is grown right in the neighborhood. Farm Manager Shawn, along with apprentices Majesty and Shadonna tend to farms on 6 lots as well as tend to the beehives and support programming like the free Farm Stand, Therapeutic Gardening sessions and youth groups. As the organization grows, so does the hopes of transitioning it to the community. Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Sanctuary Farms is a nonprofit organization started by nurse practitioner, Andrea Vettori in North Philadelphia. The mission is to cultivate fresh, organic produce, strengthen community and promote health and wellness. Since 2017, Sanctuary Farms has provided 1,500 neighborhood families with over 35,000 pounds of free fresh produce much of which is grown right in the neighborhood. Farm Manager Shawn, along with apprentices Majesty and Shadonna tend to farms on 6 lots as well as tend to the beehives and support programming like the free Farm Stand, Therapeutic Gardening sessions and youth groups. As the organization grows, so does the hopes of transitioning it to the community. false full 3 83c14dc2-86e5-4fe7-b98b-64df59e24b59 Gritty and Green: We Are Seeds Holly Street To learn more about Holly Street Neighbors Community Garden visit https://hollystreetgarden.com/ and follow them on instagram @hollystreetgarden

Listen to past Gritty and Green episodes about Neighborhood Gardens Trust and TrueLove Seeds! 

To find out more about community gardens in Philadelphia and the work being done to protect them visit Neighborhood Gardens Trust at: https://www.ngtrust.org/

To learn about sustainable living visit GreenPHL.com

]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Elizabeth Warring, Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-we-are-seeds-holly-street-rwBXHZOV To learn more about Holly Street Neighbors Community Garden visit https://hollystreetgarden.com/ and follow them on instagram @hollystreetgarden

Listen to past Gritty and Green episodes about Neighborhood Gardens Trust and TrueLove Seeds! 

To find out more about community gardens in Philadelphia and the work being done to protect them visit Neighborhood Gardens Trust at: https://www.ngtrust.org/

To learn about sustainable living visit GreenPHL.com

]]> Gritty and Green: We Are Seeds Holly Street Elizabeth Warring, Meredith Nutting 01:00:09 Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Holly Street Neighbors Garden is located in the Powelton neighborhood of West Philadelphia nestled between row homes. Once empty lots, now a shade garden invites pedestrians into the peaceful greenspace with a view of the organic garden. It was established in 2005 by community organizer Winnie Harris who died by gun violence in 2017. Now, friend and gardener, Elizabeth Warring manages the garden and helps carry on Winnie’s legacy with about 13 other gardeners planting organic vegetables in the Powelton Neighborhood. Together they hold community events, inviting the neighbors into their peaceful green space. After two decades, the gardeners are hoping that this will be the year that their garden and sanctuary will receive protections from developers. Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Holly Street Neighbors Garden is located in the Powelton neighborhood of West Philadelphia nestled between row homes. Once empty lots, now a shade garden invites pedestrians into the peaceful greenspace with a view of the organic garden. It was established in 2005 by community organizer Winnie Harris who died by gun violence in 2017. Now, friend and gardener, Elizabeth Warring manages the garden and helps carry on Winnie’s legacy with about 13 other gardeners planting organic vegetables in the Powelton Neighborhood. Together they hold community events, inviting the neighbors into their peaceful green space. After two decades, the gardeners are hoping that this will be the year that their garden and sanctuary will receive protections from developers. community gardens, holly street neighbor community garden, urban gardens false full 2 e603671d-2874-4234-93c9-ece36bd8c0fc Gritty and Green by the Moon: July's Full Moon Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-julys-full-moon-7aLuWWph Gritty and Green by the Moon: July's Full Moon Meredith Nutting 00:04:01 Today is July's Full Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is July's Full Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 13 30cc7a34-47cf-4685-85e9-fe016162604d Gritty & Green: We Are Seeds Glenwood Green Acres Glenwood Green Acres: https://glenwoodgreenacres.wixsite.com/home/giving-back-to-philly

@glenwoodcommunitygarden

 

To find out more about community gardens in Philadelphia and the work being done to protect them visit Neighborhood Gardens Trust at: https://www.ngtrust.org/

Episode art photograph: Tony Fischer

]]> Tue, 8 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Glenwood Green Acres, Darlene Marcus, Louis Tillery, Viery Ricketts-Thomas) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-green-we-are-seeds-glenwood-green-acres-z6stfYM7 Glenwood Green Acres: https://glenwoodgreenacres.wixsite.com/home/giving-back-to-philly

@glenwoodcommunitygarden

 

To find out more about community gardens in Philadelphia and the work being done to protect them visit Neighborhood Gardens Trust at: https://www.ngtrust.org/

Episode art photograph: Tony Fischer

]]> Gritty & Green: We Are Seeds Glenwood Green Acres Meredith Nutting, Glenwood Green Acres, Darlene Marcus, Louis Tillery, Viery Ricketts-Thomas 00:52:47 Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Glenwood Green Acres is one of the largest and oldest urban farms in Philadelphia, with over 75 gardeners growing food on the 4 acres in any given year. The garden was founded in the early 1980s on a lot left empty after the whiskey barrel factory burnt down. Tired of seeing their neighborhood used as a dumping ground, James Taylor and a handful of neighbors worked to clean it up and start the garden. In 1996 the garden was formally protected by the Neighborhoods Garden Trust. Now plots have passed down through generations of new gardeners like president Darlene Marcus, whose grandfather was one of the first gardeners at Glenwood. She’s joined by VP Louis Tillery and Treasurer Viery Ricketts-Thomas to share the garden’s history and gardeners new and old share its present. There’s even a surprise appearance from State Senator Sherif Street and the president of the Philadelphia Horticulture Society, Matt Rader. Gritty and Green presents a four part miniseries, We Are Seeds, featuring community gardens around Philadelphia with stories of the past and present as told by the gardeners that tend the beds. Glenwood Green Acres is one of the largest and oldest urban farms in Philadelphia, with over 75 gardeners growing food on the 4 acres in any given year. The garden was founded in the early 1980s on a lot left empty after the whiskey barrel factory burnt down. Tired of seeing their neighborhood used as a dumping ground, James Taylor and a handful of neighbors worked to clean it up and start the garden. In 1996 the garden was formally protected by the Neighborhoods Garden Trust. Now plots have passed down through generations of new gardeners like president Darlene Marcus, whose grandfather was one of the first gardeners at Glenwood. She’s joined by VP Louis Tillery and Treasurer Viery Ricketts-Thomas to share the garden’s history and gardeners new and old share its present. There’s even a surprise appearance from State Senator Sherif Street and the president of the Philadelphia Horticulture Society, Matt Rader. community gardens, philadelphia, philadelphia horticultural society, glenwood green acres, neighborhood gardens trust, urban gardens false full 1 081c97ce-e1c1-4013-878a-7b80451be47d Special Episode: Green Philly EcoFest Flash Talks Thu, 3 Jul 2025 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Julie Hancher, Jamie Gauthier, Liz Lankanau, Kera Gibbs, Cecilia Thyen, Brandon Pousley, Chloe Jenkins, Erika Farrow) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/special-episode-green-philly-ecofest-flash-talks-VWIoFfki Special Episode: Green Philly EcoFest Flash Talks Meredith Nutting, Julie Hancher, Jamie Gauthier, Liz Lankanau, Kera Gibbs, Cecilia Thyen, Brandon Pousley, Chloe Jenkins, Erika Farrow 00:48:27 This week's special episode comes to us from Green Philly's EcoFair that took place at Cherry Street Pier in May. Along with art activations, a sustainable marketplace and other activities, the event hosted 8 storytellers recounting their tales into their sustainable life. Speakers include: Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, Director of Sustainability Liz Lankanau, Community Gardener Kera Gibbs, Green Century Capital Management's Cecilia Thyen, Glitter's Brandon Pousley, Master's Student in Sustainability Chloe Jenkins, Gritty and Green podcast host Meredith Nutting and Sustainability Outreach and Engagement Fellow Erika Farrow. This week's special episode comes to us from Green Philly's EcoFair that took place at Cherry Street Pier in May. Along with art activations, a sustainable marketplace and other activities, the event hosted 8 storytellers recounting their tales into their sustainable life. Speakers include: Councilmember Jamie Gauthier, Director of Sustainability Liz Lankanau, Community Gardener Kera Gibbs, Green Century Capital Management's Cecilia Thyen, Glitter's Brandon Pousley, Master's Student in Sustainability Chloe Jenkins, Gritty and Green podcast host Meredith Nutting and Sustainability Outreach and Engagement Fellow Erika Farrow. green philly, philadelphia, office of sustainability, sustainable business network, ecofair, sustainability false full 16 f4b13fc6-25f0-481b-ab5a-e9f8086200c1 Gritty and Green by the Moon: June's New Moon Wed, 25 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-junes-new-moon-b_6cuJX6 Gritty and Green by the Moon: June's New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:03:00 Today is June's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is June's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 12 5a30839c-2fed-4c04-b5c0-2f8262aefe0e Gritty and Green 207: Pests and Pollinators To learn more about Integrated Pest Management check out: 

https://ento.psu.edu/outreach/extension/ipm

 

And to find out more about Noah Raven's Monarch Defenders check out monarchdefenders.org and order your own copy of Mona Monarch's Epic Migration here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mona-monarchs-epic-migration-laura-friedman/1145934211

]]> Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-207-pests-and-pollinators-NP2wqQdr To learn more about Integrated Pest Management check out: 

https://ento.psu.edu/outreach/extension/ipm

 

And to find out more about Noah Raven's Monarch Defenders check out monarchdefenders.org and order your own copy of Mona Monarch's Epic Migration here: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mona-monarchs-epic-migration-laura-friedman/1145934211

]]> Gritty and Green 207: Pests and Pollinators Meredith Nutting 00:42:39 This week on Gritty and Green, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting investigates pests and how to manage them in your garden using Integrated Pest Management. Then she talks with Noah Raven from Monarch Defenders to learn about how we can save the iconic Monarch butterfly. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions. This week on Gritty and Green, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting investigates pests and how to manage them in your garden using Integrated Pest Management. Then she talks with Noah Raven from Monarch Defenders to learn about how we can save the iconic Monarch butterfly. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions. false full 15 c201d232-a898-4d3d-a153-c6d678b94b27 Gritty and Green by the Moon: The Strawberry Moon Wed, 11 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-the-strawberry-moon-qTDo3Z1G Gritty and Green by the Moon: The Strawberry Moon Meredith Nutting 00:05:36 Today is June's Full Moon - the Strawberry Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is June's Full Moon - the Strawberry Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 11 d0c94e46-47b9-46f8-80cd-207284e3fd67 Gritty and Green 206: Plant Friends Zombie Ants: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuKjBIBBAL8

Wood Wide Web: https://suzannesimard.com/ and https://www.peterwohllebenbooks.com/the-hidden-life-of-trees

If you want to learn more about sustainable living go to www.greenphl.com

 

And to submit one of your gardening questions email grittyandgreen@coolgoonproductions.com

]]> Thu, 5 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-206-plant-friends-EXsTUOwO Zombie Ants: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuKjBIBBAL8

Wood Wide Web: https://suzannesimard.com/ and https://www.peterwohllebenbooks.com/the-hidden-life-of-trees

If you want to learn more about sustainable living go to www.greenphl.com

 

And to submit one of your gardening questions email grittyandgreen@coolgoonproductions.com

]]> Gritty and Green 206: Plant Friends Meredith Nutting 00:46:30 On this episode of Gritty and Green, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting, explores relationships -- the good, the bad, and the everlasting. After looking at symbiotic relationships you can observe in your garden, Meredith is joined by Cathryn Pugh from Penn Extension to talk about plant communication and the Wood Wide Web. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions! On this episode of Gritty and Green, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting, explores relationships -- the good, the bad, and the everlasting. After looking at symbiotic relationships you can observe in your garden, Meredith is joined by Cathryn Pugh from Penn Extension to talk about plant communication and the Wood Wide Web. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions! false full 14 f1463a91-4c56-41e9-b1b5-0d9fd0c8292f Gritty and Green by the Moon: May's New Moon Mon, 26 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-mays-new-moon-KSKbAa7v Gritty and Green by the Moon: May's New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:03:50 Today is May's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is May's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 10 3351c3b9-243c-4abc-b357-8324503df95e Gritty and Green 205: Roses To find out more about Wyck House go to: https://wyck.org/ 

Or find them on instagram @wyckhouse and facebook @wyckhousegardenfarm

The episode about TrueLove seeds aired on May 22, 2024 and you can find it in this feed or at: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/seed-keeping

]]> Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Jackson Warren, Marsha Lewis, Wyck House) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-205-roses-GvA2_PGX To find out more about Wyck House go to: https://wyck.org/ 

Or find them on instagram @wyckhouse and facebook @wyckhousegardenfarm

The episode about TrueLove seeds aired on May 22, 2024 and you can find it in this feed or at: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/seed-keeping

]]> Gritty and Green 205: Roses Meredith Nutting, Jackson Warren, Marsha Lewis, Wyck House 00:38:18 One this episode host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting, explores the thorny world of roses. She sits down with the Marsha Lewis and Jackson Warren at Wyck House, home to some of the oldest roses in the country to talk about what it takes to care for a historic garden while creating a modern day community around it. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions. One this episode host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting, explores the thorny world of roses. She sits down with the Marsha Lewis and Jackson Warren at Wyck House, home to some of the oldest roses in the country to talk about what it takes to care for a historic garden while creating a modern day community around it. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions. historic garden, wyck house, roses false full 13 0ee092fe-ffd1-4ee9-8a41-4ef45ed0e161 Gritty and Green by the Moon: The Flower Moon Mon, 12 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-the-flower-moon-lkQCEsJ_ Gritty and Green by the Moon: The Flower Moon Meredith Nutting 00:05:00 Today is May's Full Moon - the Flower Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is May's Full Moon - the Flower Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 9 5fef94f6-2d54-441f-a43f-ba83e6ba4d35 Gritty and Green 204: Vegetables To find out more about Sanctuary Farm visit their website at sanctuaryfarmphila.org

Or find them on Facebook and Instagram:

https://www.facebook.com/SanctuaryFarmPhila/

https://www.instagram.com/sanctuaryfarmphila/

You can find the episode with Half Mad Honey here: 

https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/the-buzz-about-bees

 

If you want to learn more about sustainability check out https://greenphl.com/.

]]> Thu, 8 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-204-vegetables-HoUQvAkN To find out more about Sanctuary Farm visit their website at sanctuaryfarmphila.org

Or find them on Facebook and Instagram:

https://www.facebook.com/SanctuaryFarmPhila/

https://www.instagram.com/sanctuaryfarmphila/

You can find the episode with Half Mad Honey here: 

https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/the-buzz-about-bees

 

If you want to learn more about sustainability check out https://greenphl.com/.

]]> Gritty and Green 204: Vegetables Meredith Nutting 00:41:14 This episode of Gritty and Green, it’s a deep dive into the world of the non-existant vegetable! Then host Meredith Nutting is joined by Sanctuary Farm's executive director, Andrea Vettori to discuss the holistic healing power of vegetable gardens. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions. This episode of Gritty and Green, it’s a deep dive into the world of the non-existant vegetable! Then host Meredith Nutting is joined by Sanctuary Farm's executive director, Andrea Vettori to discuss the holistic healing power of vegetable gardens. Then Meredith answers one of your gardening questions. false full 12 b4abf74b-7a29-493d-bf94-306430e9f6e5 Gritty and Green 203: Compost You can find out more about Circle Compost at their website circlecompost.com and their non-profit helping all folks compost at home at circlechange.co

 

 

]]> Thu, 1 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-203-compost-u3HVJprv You can find out more about Circle Compost at their website circlecompost.com and their non-profit helping all folks compost at home at circlechange.co

 

 

]]> Gritty and Green 203: Compost Meredith Nutting 00:36:28 In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting explores top soil and all that goes into it. To further the discussion she's joined by Dave Bloovman from Circle Compost to talk about composting in the city. Then we get some tips to deal with every urban gardener's nemesis. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting explores top soil and all that goes into it. To further the discussion she's joined by Dave Bloovman from Circle Compost to talk about composting in the city. Then we get some tips to deal with every urban gardener's nemesis. false full 11 43857548-e930-41de-a3ab-c7953cee47f5 Gritty and Green By the Moon - April's New Moon Sun, 27 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-aprils-new-moon-oMcFQaFA Gritty and Green By the Moon - April's New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:04:55 Today is April's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is April's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 8 f60a7dc0-608e-4ad2-b5da-f033665f4e1e Gritty and Green 202: Hydroponic Farming To find out more about the Black Farmers CoOp check out their website: https://blackfarmerscoop.org/ and follow them on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Blackfarmerscoop/) and Instagram (blackfarmersco_op). 

And to learn more about starting seeds of your own check out the Gritty and Green episode about Seed Keeping with TrueLove Seeds, Owen Taylor: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/seed-keeping

]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-202-hydroponic-farming-zA_9ZPw2 To find out more about the Black Farmers CoOp check out their website: https://blackfarmerscoop.org/ and follow them on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Blackfarmerscoop/) and Instagram (blackfarmersco_op). 

And to learn more about starting seeds of your own check out the Gritty and Green episode about Seed Keeping with TrueLove Seeds, Owen Taylor: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/seed-keeping

]]> Gritty and Green 202: Hydroponic Farming Meredith Nutting 00:38:50 In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting explores the history and future benefits of hydroponic farming. To further the discussion she's joined by Black Farmers CoOp Member, Levi Joynes to talk about his work teaching hydroponics to families and classrooms, as well as the work that the Black Farmers CoOp does throughout the city. Then we get a little primer into seed starting to answer some often asked questions about starting seeds in your own home. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting explores the history and future benefits of hydroponic farming. To further the discussion she's joined by Black Farmers CoOp Member, Levi Joynes to talk about his work teaching hydroponics to families and classrooms, as well as the work that the Black Farmers CoOp does throughout the city. Then we get a little primer into seed starting to answer some often asked questions about starting seeds in your own home. false full 10 9e8c6eb9-52cd-413e-acaf-1c8741cf194e Gritty and Green By the Moon - The Pink Moon Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-the-pink-moon-4_IVu6Mf Gritty and Green By the Moon - The Pink Moon Meredith Nutting 00:03:20 Today is April's Full Moon - the Worm Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is April's Full Moon - the Worm Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 7 f0de29c6-0f0d-42ba-829c-3a60820b91a1 Gritty and Green by the Moon - March's New Moon Sat, 29 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-marchs-new-moon-9VFj67XT Gritty and Green by the Moon - March's New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:04:24 Today is March's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is March's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 6 d871eaa3-a16b-4e09-846a-067b9ca19467 Gritty and Green 201: Garden Design To find out more about Laurel Hill Cemetery visit  https://laurelhillphl.com/

And to listen to Green Philly’s  panel discussion about green burials at Laurel Hill check out the special episode in this feed or at: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/special-episode-green-burial-panel-i6ezpfd6

To submit a gardening question email grittyandgreen @ coolgoonproductions.com or contact the Penn Extension Master Gardener Hotline: https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener/counties/philadelphia/hotline

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-201-garden-design-j3RwDBOA To find out more about Laurel Hill Cemetery visit  https://laurelhillphl.com/

And to listen to Green Philly’s  panel discussion about green burials at Laurel Hill check out the special episode in this feed or at: https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/special-episode-green-burial-panel-i6ezpfd6

To submit a gardening question email grittyandgreen @ coolgoonproductions.com or contact the Penn Extension Master Gardener Hotline: https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener/counties/philadelphia/hotline

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Gritty and Green 201: Garden Design Meredith Nutting 00:30:58 In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting guides us through the history of gardening, a little on the basics of design and how to create your own container garden. Then she’s joined by Gregg Tepper, from Laurel Hill to explore how to design the garden you want to experience. Gregg Tepper is the Senior Horticulturist at the Arboretum at Laurel Hill where he stewards the green burial areas with a naturalistic style utilizing hundreds of ecologically supportive native plants. His years of experience has helped build many gardens and allowed him to expand his knowledge and experience. Of the many rewards that he receives, his most valuable is the enthusiasm to share that knowledge with others, both seasoned professionals and those new to gardening. His advice for a successful garden is understanding it’s not simply WHAT you do, but also HOW you do it. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting guides us through the history of gardening, a little on the basics of design and how to create your own container garden. Then she’s joined by Gregg Tepper, from Laurel Hill to explore how to design the garden you want to experience. Gregg Tepper is the Senior Horticulturist at the Arboretum at Laurel Hill where he stewards the green burial areas with a naturalistic style utilizing hundreds of ecologically supportive native plants. His years of experience has helped build many gardens and allowed him to expand his knowledge and experience. Of the many rewards that he receives, his most valuable is the enthusiasm to share that knowledge with others, both seasoned professionals and those new to gardening. His advice for a successful garden is understanding it’s not simply WHAT you do, but also HOW you do it. false full 9 3063c190-9d31-49d1-9f9d-9b7b1b3683d5 Gritty and Green by the Moon - The Worm Moon Fri, 14 Mar 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-the-worm-moon-DImk3KTV Gritty and Green by the Moon - The Worm Moon Meredith Nutting 00:05:14 Today is March's Full Moon - the Worm Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is March's Full Moon - the Worm Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 5 23b380d4-9731-4318-9cf8-d440c84d78d1 Gritty and Green by the Moon - February New Moon Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-february-new-moon-zP8Kb4T_ Gritty and Green by the Moon - February New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:03:20 Today is February's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is February's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 4 0b27ca1a-3b91-4a25-b06b-c7825fac5765 Gritty and Green by the Moon - The Snow Moon Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-the-snow-moon-xAE2zTih Gritty and Green by the Moon - The Snow Moon Meredith Nutting 00:02:40 Today is February's Full Moon - the Snow Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is February's Full Moon - the Snow Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. false full 3 2e43ea3b-2bf6-4856-be24-89141792af28 Gritty and Green By the Moon - January New Moon Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-january-new-moon-EkLeurRR Gritty and Green By the Moon - January New Moon Meredith Nutting 00:02:52 Today is January's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is January's New Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. urban gardening, moon gardening, gardening by the moon false full 2 72255503-8b28-4fa3-96cd-381e013a5f2e Gritty and Green by the Moon: The Wolf Moon Mon, 13 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-the-wolf-moon-b_0Tk5Xq Gritty and Green by the Moon: The Wolf Moon Meredith Nutting 00:07:29 Today is January's Full Moon - the Wolf Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. Today is January's Full Moon - the Wolf Moon. In this mini podcast episode we'll explore the ancient tradition of gardening based on the phases of the moon. Host and Master Gardener Meredith Nutting will walk you through what to plant based on the phases of the moon and also the planting calendar for the Philadelphia area (zone 7b). Follow along to experiment with gardening with intention and connection with the night sky. urban gardening, gardening by the moon, gardening false full 1 2de9fd7a-6a90-4073-85c2-9ea17c14a165 Gritty and Green by the Moon Trailer Wed, 1 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-by-the-moon-trailer-gqNqSLKC Gritty and Green by the Moon Trailer Meredith Nutting 00:01:04 In the mini podcast Gritty and Green by the Moon we'll use the ancient tradition of using the phases of the moon to dictate how we tend our garden. Host Meredith Nutting gives us a step by steps guide throughout the season giving you tips on when to plant seeds, transfer seedlings and observe your plants in the garden. In the mini podcast Gritty and Green by the Moon we'll use the ancient tradition of using the phases of the moon to dictate how we tend our garden. Host Meredith Nutting gives us a step by steps guide throughout the season giving you tips on when to plant seeds, transfer seedlings and observe your plants in the garden. false trailer 33ed9cba-d97d-41bf-9608-d97dcff30281 Native Plants To learn more about Good Host Plants to go https://www.goodhostplants.com/

To go down the rabbit hole and explore native plants visit: 

https://mtcubacenter.org/

http://www.bonap.org/

https://homegrownnationalpark.org/

https://www.xerces.org/

https://extension.psu.edu/pennsylvania-native-plants-for-the-perennial-garden

https://www.wildflower.org/collections/collection.php?collection=PA

https://www.brandywine.org/conservancy/blog/top-10-power-plants

https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener/counties/york/native-plants/fact-sheets/butterfly-larval-host-plant-list

https://pa.audubon.org/conservation/diy-garden-designs

https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/Conservation/WildPlants/LandscapingwithNativePlants/NativeGardenTemplates/Pages/default.aspx

And some of John Janick’s favorite resources: 

https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/

Native Alternatives to Invasive Plants by C. Colston Burrell published by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Wed, 4 Sep 2024 05:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/native-plants-mcnzJoTD To learn more about Good Host Plants to go https://www.goodhostplants.com/

To go down the rabbit hole and explore native plants visit: 

https://mtcubacenter.org/

http://www.bonap.org/

https://homegrownnationalpark.org/

https://www.xerces.org/

https://extension.psu.edu/pennsylvania-native-plants-for-the-perennial-garden

https://www.wildflower.org/collections/collection.php?collection=PA

https://www.brandywine.org/conservancy/blog/top-10-power-plants

https://extension.psu.edu/programs/master-gardener/counties/york/native-plants/fact-sheets/butterfly-larval-host-plant-list

https://pa.audubon.org/conservation/diy-garden-designs

https://www.dcnr.pa.gov/Conservation/WildPlants/LandscapingwithNativePlants/NativeGardenTemplates/Pages/default.aspx

And some of John Janick’s favorite resources: 

https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/

Native Alternatives to Invasive Plants by C. Colston Burrell published by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Native Plants Meredith Nutting 00:40:08 This episode of Gritty and Green, we visit John Janick at one of Philadelphia’s only native plant nurseries to discover how to plant a native garden suitable for a Monarch. But first we go back in time – billions of years ago to explore where native plants came from. This episode of Gritty and Green, we visit John Janick at one of Philadelphia’s only native plant nurseries to discover how to plant a native garden suitable for a Monarch. But first we go back in time – billions of years ago to explore where native plants came from. false full 8 26778038-462e-4e08-9b4b-240e0be46ddd Is This A Weed? To learn more about Lady Danni and the Landed Gentress check out: https://www.landedgentress.com/ 

And find her on tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ladydanni_landedgentress?lang=en 

and instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladydanni1/

 

 

To learn more about the effort to save the Meadows go to: https://www.savethemeadows.com/

And here's information about the Healthy Outdoor Places Act: https://www.toxicfreephilly.org/

]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 13:46:48 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/is-this-a-weed-Aev0QUBy To learn more about Lady Danni and the Landed Gentress check out: https://www.landedgentress.com/ 

And find her on tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ladydanni_landedgentress?lang=en 

and instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladydanni1/

 

 

To learn more about the effort to save the Meadows go to: https://www.savethemeadows.com/

And here's information about the Healthy Outdoor Places Act: https://www.toxicfreephilly.org/

]]> Is This A Weed? Meredith Nutting 00:39:10 On this episode of Gritty and Green, host Meredith Nutting is joined by herbalist, Lady Danni Morinich to explore the bigger issues behind the question, "is this a weed?" On this episode of Gritty and Green, host Meredith Nutting is joined by herbalist, Lady Danni Morinich to explore the bigger issues behind the question, "is this a weed?" lady danni, foraging, weeds, urban gardening, danni morinich, medicinal plants, herbal medicine, urban foraging false full 7 02cea0f2-568d-4bb7-b4ee-d0ceb9c2e738 The Buzz about Bees To learn more about Half Mad Honey go to: https://www.halfmadhoney.com/

More information about wild bees: 

https://extension.psu.edu/conserving-wild-bees-in-pennsylvania

https://www.phillyorchards.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/UF023-Conserve-WIld-Bees.pdf

For information about what native plants to grow for our wild bees head to: https://homegrownnationalpark.org/

And here’s a cheat sheet of what to grow in your container garden”

https://hgnp.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HNP-CONTAINER-GDN-L.2_8.5s.pdf

More information about growing, harvesting, and preserving herbs: https://extension.psu.edu/growing-harvesting-and-preserving-herbs

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Wed, 10 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Half Mad Honey, Amelia Mraz, Natasha Pham) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/the-buzz-about-bees-YpIPt4R8 To learn more about Half Mad Honey go to: https://www.halfmadhoney.com/

More information about wild bees: 

https://extension.psu.edu/conserving-wild-bees-in-pennsylvania

https://www.phillyorchards.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/UF023-Conserve-WIld-Bees.pdf

For information about what native plants to grow for our wild bees head to: https://homegrownnationalpark.org/

And here’s a cheat sheet of what to grow in your container garden”

https://hgnp.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HNP-CONTAINER-GDN-L.2_8.5s.pdf

More information about growing, harvesting, and preserving herbs: https://extension.psu.edu/growing-harvesting-and-preserving-herbs

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> The Buzz about Bees Meredith Nutting, Half Mad Honey, Amelia Mraz, Natasha Pham 00:44:45 This episode of Gritty and Green, it’s a deep dive into bees both the wild and the domesticated varieties! Host Meredith Nutting is joined by Amelia Mraz and Natasha Pham from Half Mad Honey to learn about mindfulness and honeybees. They do a deep dive on what it is like inside a honeybee hive and then talk about how to save our native wild bees. This episode of Gritty and Green, it’s a deep dive into bees both the wild and the domesticated varieties! Host Meredith Nutting is joined by Amelia Mraz and Natasha Pham from Half Mad Honey to learn about mindfulness and honeybees. They do a deep dive on what it is like inside a honeybee hive and then talk about how to save our native wild bees. urban beekeeping, master gardener, urban gardening, wild bees, half mad honey, native bees, save the bee, apiary, gardening, apitherapy false full 6 233fe790-4941-42e5-932b-1ef45de91819 Growing Community Gardens For more information about Neighborhood Gardens Trust go to: ngtrust.org

To learn more about soil testing go to: https://extension.psu.edu/soil-testing

To learn more about Grounded in Philly and land ownership go to: https://groundedinphilly.org/

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Wed, 26 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/growing-community-gardens-SOoMFOAT For more information about Neighborhood Gardens Trust go to: ngtrust.org

To learn more about soil testing go to: https://extension.psu.edu/soil-testing

To learn more about Grounded in Philly and land ownership go to: https://groundedinphilly.org/

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Growing Community Gardens Meredith Nutting 00:28:20 This episode of Gritty and Green, host Meredith Nutting is joined by Jenny Greenberg from Neighborhood Gardens Trust and community gardener Bob Jobin to discuss the importance of community gardens and the challenges of keeping them in a developing city. They discuss how to start your own community garden and Meredith gives tips about designing your own garden. This episode of Gritty and Green, host Meredith Nutting is joined by Jenny Greenberg from Neighborhood Gardens Trust and community gardener Bob Jobin to discuss the importance of community gardens and the challenges of keeping them in a developing city. They discuss how to start your own community garden and Meredith gives tips about designing your own garden. false full 5 0d2d710f-d65b-4e5a-b686-215dd931815f Special Episode! Green Burial Panel Fri, 21 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/special-episode-green-burial-panel-i6ezpfd6-w8UAbVAS Special Episode! Green Burial Panel Meredith Nutting 00:58:09 On this special episode of Gritty and Green get a sneak peak into Green Philly's Green Burial event at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Julie Hancher co-foudner of Green Philly hosts a panel with Emily Maroni, the Friends of Green Burial PA; Laurel Hill's senior horticulturist, Gregg Tepper; and Tom Cavanaugh, Laurel Hill. On this special episode of Gritty and Green get a sneak peak into Green Philly's Green Burial event at Laurel Hill Cemetery. Julie Hancher co-foudner of Green Philly hosts a panel with Emily Maroni, the Friends of Green Burial PA; Laurel Hill's senior horticulturist, Gregg Tepper; and Tom Cavanaugh, Laurel Hill. false full 6 91187f09-2417-4da6-91a2-e74f48584957 Soil in the City For more information about Bennett Composting go to: www.bennettcompost.com

To learn more about the partnership between Bennett and Philadelphia check out: 

https://www.phila.gov/programs/farmphilly/community-composting/

If you want more information about local sustainability go to 

https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Wed, 5 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting, Tim Bennett) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/soil-in-the-city-TFUHn5le For more information about Bennett Composting go to: www.bennettcompost.com

To learn more about the partnership between Bennett and Philadelphia check out: 

https://www.phila.gov/programs/farmphilly/community-composting/

If you want more information about local sustainability go to 

https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Soil in the City Meredith Nutting, Tim Bennett 00:33:23 This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting takes us on a journey through time to explore the origins of our city soil. Then she sits down with founder of Bennett Composting, Tim Bennett to learn about how compost is created and why it will save the world. **Please note: An earlier version of this podcast included some incorrect information about the partnership between Bennett Compost and the City of Philadelphia. This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting takes us on a journey through time to explore the origins of our city soil. Then she sits down with founder of Bennett Composting, Tim Bennett to learn about how compost is created and why it will save the world. **Please note: An earlier version of this podcast included some incorrect information about the partnership between Bennett Compost and the City of Philadelphia. composting, city plants, tim bennett, urban gardening, bennett compost false full 4 4c8c2f22-f733-4706-8cb0-d02f19918692 City Trees For more information about the work that Philly Tree People does and how you can support them visit: http://www.phillytreepeople.org/

 

To find a Tree Tenders Group near you go to the PHS website and to read more about the Philly Tree Plan check out: https://www.phila.gov/documents/urban-forest-strategic-plan/

 

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> Wed, 29 May 2024 14:15:16 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/city-trees-5prJNvhz For more information about the work that Philly Tree People does and how you can support them visit: http://www.phillytreepeople.org/

 

To find a Tree Tenders Group near you go to the PHS website and to read more about the Philly Tree Plan check out: https://www.phila.gov/documents/urban-forest-strategic-plan/

 

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

]]> City Trees Meredith Nutting 00:33:42 This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting explores Philadelphia’s urban forests from before settlers landed to its current state. She is joined by Jacelyn Blank of Philly Tree People to discuss the importance of street trees, how to get them and the process of maintaining them. This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting explores Philadelphia’s urban forests from before settlers landed to its current state. She is joined by Jacelyn Blank of Philly Tree People to discuss the importance of street trees, how to get them and the process of maintaining them. jacelyn blank, philadelphia horticultural society, philly tree people false full 3 Buzzsprout-15110754 Seed Keeping This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting is joined by Owen Taylor from TrueLove Seeds to discuss the importance of seed keeping and the mission behind the TrueLove Seed catalog. Meredith takes us on a journey into a seed and gives some tips on how to start seeds on your own. 


 

SHOW NOTES: 

For more information about TrueLove Seeds visit their website: https://trueloveseeds.com/ and subscribe to their podcast: Seeds and Their People 

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

Growing Resources: 

Growing Calendar - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-calendar

Native Plants - http://www.bonap.org/

Soil Testing - https://agsci.psu.edu/aasl/soil-testing


 

Green and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and subscribe to hear a new episode each week. To submit a listener question send a voice file or email to greenandgritty@coolgoonproductions.com.

]]> Wed, 22 May 2024 09:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/seed-keeping-aYE84Ail This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting is joined by Owen Taylor from TrueLove Seeds to discuss the importance of seed keeping and the mission behind the TrueLove Seed catalog. Meredith takes us on a journey into a seed and gives some tips on how to start seeds on your own. 


 

SHOW NOTES: 

For more information about TrueLove Seeds visit their website: https://trueloveseeds.com/ and subscribe to their podcast: Seeds and Their People 

If you want more information about local sustainability go to https://www.greenphl.org

Growing Resources: 

Growing Calendar - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/planting-calendar

Native Plants - http://www.bonap.org/

Soil Testing - https://agsci.psu.edu/aasl/soil-testing


 

Green and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and subscribe to hear a new episode each week. To submit a listener question send a voice file or email to greenandgritty@coolgoonproductions.com.

]]> Seed Keeping Meredith Nutting 00:38:15 This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting is joined by Owen Taylor from TrueLove Seeds to discuss the importance of seed keeping and the mission behind the TrueLove Seed catalog. Meredith takes us on a journey into a seed and gives some tips on how to start seeds on your own. SHOW NOTES: For more information about TrueLove Seeds visit their website: https://trueloveseeds.com/ and subscribe to their podcast: Seeds and Their People If you want more information about local s... This week on Gritty and Green, Meredith Nutting is joined by Owen Taylor from TrueLove Seeds to discuss the importance of seed keeping and the mission behind the TrueLove Seed catalog. Meredith takes us on a journey into a seed and gives some tips on how to start seeds on your own. SHOW NOTES: For more information about TrueLove Seeds visit their website: https://trueloveseeds.com/ and subscribe to their podcast: Seeds and Their People If you want more information about local s... false full 2 Buzzsprout-14989427 Green Cities Green and Gritty is a new podcast exploring all aspects of gardening in a city. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting is joined by Helena van Vliet,  from BioPhilly to explore why we need to make our cities more green and how to create green spaces on every surface. 

To find out more about Helena van Vliet's work visit the BioPhilly website: https://www.biophilly.org/about

Green and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and subscribe to hear a new episode each week. To submit a listener question send a voice file or email to meredith@coolgoonproductions.com with Gritty and Green HELP! in the subject line.

]]> Wed, 1 May 2024 11:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/green-cities-YRc6myT4 Green and Gritty is a new podcast exploring all aspects of gardening in a city. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting is joined by Helena van Vliet,  from BioPhilly to explore why we need to make our cities more green and how to create green spaces on every surface. 

To find out more about Helena van Vliet's work visit the BioPhilly website: https://www.biophilly.org/about

Green and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and subscribe to hear a new episode each week. To submit a listener question send a voice file or email to meredith@coolgoonproductions.com with Gritty and Green HELP! in the subject line.

]]> Green Cities Meredith Nutting 00:17:14 Green and Gritty is a new podcast exploring all aspects of gardening in a city. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting is joined by Helena van Vliet, from BioPhilly to explore why we need to make our cities more green and how to create green spaces on every surface. To find out more about Helena van Vliet's work visit the BioPhilly website: https://www.biophilly.org/aboutGreen and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and ... Green and Gritty is a new podcast exploring all aspects of gardening in a city. In this episode, host and Master Gardener, Meredith Nutting is joined by Helena van Vliet, from BioPhilly to explore why we need to make our cities more green and how to create green spaces on every surface. To find out more about Helena van Vliet's work visit the BioPhilly website: https://www.biophilly.org/aboutGreen and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and ... false full 1 Buzzsprout-14962421 Gritty and Green Trailer Are you looking to turn your city backyard into a garden oasis? Are all your plant babies sharing the same windowsill? Then join me, Meredith Nutting, former plant killer turned Master Gardener on a journey exploring all facets of gardening in a row home landscape. We'll learn a little about the science of plants and a lot about how to grown your own garden. And, each week we'll be joined by a guest that knows the ins and outs of urban gardening. Subscribe and tune in on May 1st for the premiere episode. 


Green and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and subscribe to hear a new episode each week. To submit a listener question send a voice file or email to meredith@coolgoonproductions.com with Gritty and Green HELP! in the subject line.

]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000 meredith@coolgoonproductions.com (Meredith Nutting) https://gritty-and-green.simplecast.com/episodes/gritty-and-green-trailer-e5DiNOrI Are you looking to turn your city backyard into a garden oasis? Are all your plant babies sharing the same windowsill? Then join me, Meredith Nutting, former plant killer turned Master Gardener on a journey exploring all facets of gardening in a row home landscape. We'll learn a little about the science of plants and a lot about how to grown your own garden. And, each week we'll be joined by a guest that knows the ins and outs of urban gardening. Subscribe and tune in on May 1st for the premiere episode. 


Green and Gritty is a podcast about truly urban gardening and sustainable living. Like and subscribe to hear a new episode each week. To submit a listener question send a voice file or email to meredith@coolgoonproductions.com with Gritty and Green HELP! in the subject line.

]]> Gritty and Green Trailer Meredith Nutting 00:01:04 Are you looking to turn your city backyard into a garden oasis? Are all your plant babies sharing the same windowsill? Then join me, Meredith Nutting, former plant killer turned Master Gardener on a journey exploring all facets of gardening in a row home landscape. We'll learn a little about the science of plants and a lot about how to grown your own garden. And, each week we'll be joined by a guest that knows the ins and outs of urban gardening. Subscribe and tune in on May 1st for the premi... Are you looking to turn your city backyard into a garden oasis? Are all your plant babies sharing the same windowsill? Then join me, Meredith Nutting, former plant killer turned Master Gardener on a journey exploring all facets of gardening in a row home landscape. We'll learn a little about the science of plants and a lot about how to grown your own garden. And, each week we'll be joined by a guest that knows the ins and outs of urban gardening. Subscribe and tune in on May 1st for the premi... false trailer