https://simplecast.com English Gardens has the advice you need to make the garden paradise of your dreams a reality. en Sat, 7 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Mon, 9 Jun 2025 18:14:36 +0000 https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/51e42878-f1e7-4a15-8016-b011524d9dac/5855c02f-0990-4782-b816-35940b1979e4/3000x3000/wjrgardeningshow-podtile.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com episodic English Gardens has the advice you need to make the garden paradise of your dreams a reality. Cumulus Media Detroit false https://feeds.simplecast.com/Q7rzNAHC Cumulus Broadcasting curtis.paul@cumulus.com 6347300b-a37f-470f-9951-a25cedd506cf Sat, 7 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-make-your-garden-pollinator-friendly-mSlKNIbP How to Make Your Garden Pollinator Friendly Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 June 7, 2025 ~ Pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, are essential for increasing yields in gardens by transferring pollen between plants. Host Ann Thomas talks about how to create a pollinator-friendly habitat with nectar-rich plants, a water source, and a sunny location. June 7, 2025 ~ Pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, are essential for increasing yields in gardens by transferring pollen between plants. Host Ann Thomas talks about how to create a pollinator-friendly habitat with nectar-rich plants, a water source, and a sunny location. false full 31 8d63a678-26ee-43fe-9e7b-1bde9a822e7c Sat, 31 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-diagnose-plant-issues-with-english-gardens-dWniwJpn How to Diagnose Plant Issues with English Gardens Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 May 31, 2025 ~ Ann Thomas talks about how English Gardens can help diagnose plant issues, such as improper fertilization, pests, and underpollination. May 31, 2025 ~ Ann Thomas talks about how English Gardens can help diagnose plant issues, such as improper fertilization, pests, and underpollination. false full 30 0a09212d-ebf0-4d4b-86f5-1aff0cfbb827 Sat, 24 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/hydrangeas-and-demystified-how-to-plant-care-for-and-style-them-BH_MCysE Hydrangeas and Demystified: How to Plant, Care For, and Style Them Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 May 24, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about how to properly prune, fertilize, and identify the six main hydrangea types. May 24, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about how to properly prune, fertilize, and identify the six main hydrangea types. false full 29 3e16e250-6584-4134-8fe0-f3526a3477af Sat, 17 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/grow-your-own-food-vegetable-and-herb-garden-made-simple-FCzw_Xj5 Grow Your Own Food: Vegetable and Herb Garden Made Simple Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 May 17, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about how to grow a vegetable garden, including advice on picking the right location, vegetables suited for growing in Michigan, and how to tell if they are ripe. May 17, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about how to grow a vegetable garden, including advice on picking the right location, vegetables suited for growing in Michigan, and how to tell if they are ripe. false full 28 0d9850b1-6b17-4f5e-87c7-7cf9a1ee424c Sat, 10 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/gardening-basics-a-beginners-guide-to-perennials-trees-and-shrubs-Ebv8pQdi Gardening Basics: A beginners guide to Perennials, Trees and Shrubs Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 May 10, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about perennials, plants that return yearly, dying to the ground in winter and re-emerging in spring, needing proper selection based on sunlight and soil conditions. Successful perennial planting requires assessing sunlight exposure, understanding your soil type (clay, sand, loam), and amending the soil as necessary, like using raised beds for clay soil. May 10, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about perennials, plants that return yearly, dying to the ground in winter and re-emerging in spring, needing proper selection based on sunlight and soil conditions. Successful perennial planting requires assessing sunlight exposure, understanding your soil type (clay, sand, loam), and amending the soil as necessary, like using raised beds for clay soil. false full 27 5d8924af-31fe-4f22-a51e-6d7207192eb9 Sat, 3 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/gardening-basics-a-beginners-guide-to-bedding-plants-and-annuals-1cww0R2k Gardening Basics: A Beginners Guide to Bedding Plants and Annuals Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 May 3, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about annuals, plants that complete their life cycle in one year. They provide vibrant, continuous blooms, using significant energy to produce flowers. They are a popular choice for Michigan gardens, though unlike perennials, annuals do not survive the winter. May 3, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about annuals, plants that complete their life cycle in one year. They provide vibrant, continuous blooms, using significant energy to produce flowers. They are a popular choice for Michigan gardens, though unlike perennials, annuals do not survive the winter. false full 26 5b215ab1-b5f7-407e-a470-5234b2509acb Sat, 26 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/dream-garden-design-planning-a-landscape-that-lasts-o443_k3t Dream Garden Design: Planning a Landscape that Lasts Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 April 26, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about planning a well-maintained garden, taking in consideration of site conditions, design principles, and Michigan’s climate. April 26, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about planning a well-maintained garden, taking in consideration of site conditions, design principles, and Michigan’s climate. false full 25 7e01227e-8acd-46db-ab96-cde80618b287 Sat, 19 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-april-19-2025-0GiKmX6t Maintaining a Pest, Critter, and Weed Free Garden Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:49 April 19, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about common gardening issues such as pests, weeds, and critters. The show emphasizes the importance of Bonide Diagnostic Centers at English Gardens stores for identifying problems through microscope examinations. April 19, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about common gardening issues such as pests, weeds, and critters. The show emphasizes the importance of Bonide Diagnostic Centers at English Gardens stores for identifying problems through microscope examinations. false full 24 3d8a5169-773f-41d0-850a-8362facc722b Sat, 12 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-april-12-2025-0Qpc5n0Y Lawn Revival: Essential Care Tips for a Green and Healthy Lawn Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 April 12, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about how to start your spring lawn care correctly, which involves an initial cleanup, raking, and assessment, followed by a four-step fertilizer plan. April 12, 2025 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks about how to start your spring lawn care correctly, which involves an initial cleanup, raking, and assessment, followed by a four-step fertilizer plan. false full 23 c7d77a41-dbdb-41c3-95be-8da96c6a5742 Sat, 5 Apr 2025 20:33:53 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/garden-show-live-at-english-garden-in-royal-oak-april-5-2025-dApKfaj2 Garden Show Live at English Garden in Royal Oak ~ April 5, 2025 Cumulus Broadcasting 00:36:51 Ann Thomas is live doing the Garden Show at English Gardens in Royal Oak talking about house plants. Ann Thomas is live doing the Garden Show at English Gardens in Royal Oak talking about house plants. false full 22 788c66ed-2012-47ad-a1dc-18a3a420fe0c Sat, 8 Jun 2024 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-janet-macunovich-t8rDrFFx WJR Gardening Show ~ Janet Macunovich Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:54 June 9, 2024 ~ Gardening author Janet Macunovich talks to Ann Thomas about watching pollinators on your garden! June 9, 2024 ~ Gardening author Janet Macunovich talks to Ann Thomas about watching pollinators on your garden! false full 21 9d3efd51-a199-4ddb-af23-c76aa5d57e30 Sat, 1 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-rick-vespa-lkKkC2Se WJR Gardening Show ~ Rick Vespa Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 June 1, 2024 ~ Rick Vespa of English Gardens talks to host Ann Thomas all about plant maintenance, pruning, and insect and plant control. June 1, 2024 ~ Rick Vespa of English Gardens talks to host Ann Thomas all about plant maintenance, pruning, and insect and plant control. false full 20 bb1f2c5d-299b-456e-ba10-f39d6a9e6d5f Sat, 25 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-annette-ferris-47PAVXzy WJR Gardening Show ~ Annette Ferris Cumulus Broadcasting 00:38:56 May 25, 2024 ~ Annette Ferris of English Gardens talks to host Ann Thomas about how to care for hydrangeas. May 25, 2024 ~ Annette Ferris of English Gardens talks to host Ann Thomas about how to care for hydrangeas. false full 19 08b1bbd1-a4ff-4b68-9c7b-07b8d04b1a38 Sat, 18 May 2024 18:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-meg-gallagher-L1WGx5uk WJR Gardening Show ~ Meg Gallagher Cumulus Broadcasting 00:38:46 May 18, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Meg Gallagher of English Gardens to discuss how people can create their own tropical oases on their front porches! May 18, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Meg Gallagher of English Gardens to discuss how people can create their own tropical oases on their front porches! false full 18 1c5016cd-833b-40ec-92bc-f325473b4c03 Sat, 11 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardneing-show-jessica-degraaf-_zRWIycU WJR Gardening Show ~ Jessica DeGraaf Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 May 11, 2024 ~ Jessica DeGraaf of Proven Winners talks to host Ann Thomas about the fun new plants available at English Gardens May 11, 2024 ~ Jessica DeGraaf of Proven Winners talks to host Ann Thomas about the fun new plants available at English Gardens false full 17 a102bbcb-a6f5-4e39-bce3-59e3a5a16475 Sat, 4 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardneing-show-christy-cohen-7rA73wgn WJR Gardening Show ~ Christy Cohen Cumulus Broadcasting 00:40:06 May 4, 2024 ~ Christy Cohen, a garden coach with English Gardens, joins the show to discuss the basics of how to perform DIY landscaping projects! May 4, 2024 ~ Christy Cohen, a garden coach with English Gardens, joins the show to discuss the basics of how to perform DIY landscaping projects! false full 16 6ef47607-aa18-4413-a0c2-a2ad861e34b9 Sat, 27 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardneing-show-linda-hassell-7uKh4XBN WJR Gardening Show ~ Linda Hassell Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:50 April 27, 2024 ~ Linda Hassell talks to host Ann Thomas about the basics of starting a garden from the ground up! April 27, 2024 ~ Linda Hassell talks to host Ann Thomas about the basics of starting a garden from the ground up! false full 15 9b8238e1-cc57-4223-91c9-0cc5fcaf0d83 Sat, 20 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-cindy-kern-0hwFipQx WJR Gardening Show ~ Cindy Kern Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:51 April 20, 2024 ~ Cindy Kern of Cardinal Farms talks to host Ann Thomas about how to properly cut flower stems and raise a vegetable garden. April 20, 2024 ~ Cindy Kern of Cardinal Farms talks to host Ann Thomas about how to properly cut flower stems and raise a vegetable garden. false full 14 0ea1770d-dd97-4e44-8ae3-13cd166ace86 Sat, 13 Apr 2024 18:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-dean-darren-s_gsTqdo WJR Gardening Show ~ Dean Darrin Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:02 April 13, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Darrin of English Gardens to discuss his top tips on caring for your lawn. April 13, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Darrin of English Gardens to discuss his top tips on caring for your lawn. false full 13 619c28d6-53c1-4c08-b5eb-19eff20e3fa0 Sat, 6 Apr 2024 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-stacy-hervella-CBpElKIf WJR Gardening Show ~ Stacey Hirvela Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:12 April 6, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to professional horticulturist Stacey Hirvela live from the English Gardens' garden party in Royal Oak. April 6, 2024 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to professional horticulturist Stacey Hirvela live from the English Gardens' garden party in Royal Oak. false full 12 a0bdc3c1-1d26-4d0a-9e1c-6ba3f5abed83 Sat, 3 Jun 2023 20:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-rick-gracie-vespa-oYnPrbw9 WJR Gardening Show ~ Rick & Gracie Vespa Cumulus Broadcasting 00:38:09 June 3, 2023 ~ English Gardens Landscape Company President Rick Vespa, along with English Gardens Graphic Designer Gracie Vespa, joins host Ann Thomas to talk about the history of English Gardens and to give gardening tips. June 3, 2023 ~ English Gardens Landscape Company President Rick Vespa, along with English Gardens Graphic Designer Gracie Vespa, joins host Ann Thomas to talk about the history of English Gardens and to give gardening tips. false full 11 4a85323b-f771-4cff-bf09-9662aaced0c8 Sat, 27 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-rick-tyler-vespa-84YC2J_x WJR Gardening Show ~ Rick & Tyler Vespa Cumulus Broadcasting 00:41:21 May 27, 2023 ~ English Gardens Landscape Company President Rick Vespa, and Tyler Vespa, garden pharmacist at English Gardens, talk about how to care for your garden in the summertime. May 27, 2023 ~ English Gardens Landscape Company President Rick Vespa, and Tyler Vespa, garden pharmacist at English Gardens, talk about how to care for your garden in the summertime. false full 10 636f0cd0-b96c-48d6-ba57-6ded798d5fb4 Sun, 21 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-ogogb4fp-0HQ0lPFV WJR Gardening Show ~ Mike Schomber Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:15 May 21, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks with English Gardens Operations Manager Mike Schomber about growing vegetables and his passion for growing tomatoes and hot peppers. May 21, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks with English Gardens Operations Manager Mike Schomber about growing vegetables and his passion for growing tomatoes and hot peppers. false full 9 b4137f25-af46-489b-9aa8-04e3d579a883 Sat, 13 May 2023 20:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-darrell-youngquest-tGMd1kGn WJR Gardening Show ~ Darrell Youngquest Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:15 May 13, 2023 ~ 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas speaks with English Gardens Nursery and Perennial Buyer Darrell Youngquest, who gives advice on buying plants for Mother's Day. May 13, 2023 ~ 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas speaks with English Gardens Nursery and Perennial Buyer Darrell Youngquest, who gives advice on buying plants for Mother's Day. false full 7 fe6cebd2-1778-4ffe-82f3-8b43ccb510fa Sat, 6 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-jim-miller-ljwtMWNI WJR Gardening Show ~ Jim Miller Cumulus Broadcasting 00:38:16 May 6, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Operations Manager at English Gardens Clinton Township Jim Miller about container gardening. May 6, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas talks to Operations Manager at English Gardens Clinton Township Jim Miller about container gardening. false full 8 e2fb9f0c-75b0-4219-abb3-807dc38bc346 Sat, 29 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-mark-baker-and-jennifer-lau-my0Si8KG WJR Gardening Show ~ Mark Baker and Jennifer Lau Cumulus Broadcasting 00:11:08 April 29, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas celebrates Arbor Day by chatting live with English Gardens Corporate Floral Coordinator Mark Baker and Master Gardener Jennifer Lau. The three also take calls and answer questions from listeners. April 29, 2023 ~ Host Ann Thomas celebrates Arbor Day by chatting live with English Gardens Corporate Floral Coordinator Mark Baker and Master Gardener Jennifer Lau. The three also take calls and answer questions from listeners. false full 6 8a255860-02da-41c8-ab3d-948095ce9556 Sat, 22 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-NrI__GgV WJR Gardening Show ~ Darrell Youngquest Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:23 April 22, 2023 ~ On the Earth Day Edition of "The WJR Gardening Show," 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas speaks with English Gardens Nursery and Perennial Buyer Darrell Youngquest about planting shrubs and other plants before the last risk of frost. Learn what can be planted right now and how to take proper care of these plants throughout the season. April 22, 2023 ~ On the Earth Day Edition of "The WJR Gardening Show," 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas speaks with English Gardens Nursery and Perennial Buyer Darrell Youngquest about planting shrubs and other plants before the last risk of frost. Learn what can be planted right now and how to take proper care of these plants throughout the season. false full 5 c75cf635-5e40-4d7f-9315-3c5f1e608fef Sat, 15 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-rick-vespa-and-jim-morris-Aw2cf5kE WJR Gardening Show ~ Rick Vespa and Jim Morris Cumulus Broadcasting 00:40:04 April 15, 2023 ~ English Gardens Landscape Company President Rick Vespa and Manager Jim Morris join 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas for a roundtable on landscaping. From a small backyard upgrade to a full plot overhaul, learn how easy it can be to conceptualize, plan, and install an outdoor space that beautifies your life and improves the value of your home. April 15, 2023 ~ English Gardens Landscape Company President Rick Vespa and Manager Jim Morris join 760 WJR’s Ann Thomas for a roundtable on landscaping. From a small backyard upgrade to a full plot overhaul, learn how easy it can be to conceptualize, plan, and install an outdoor space that beautifies your life and improves the value of your home. false full 3 37b2f2a8-1b81-4c85-9caf-85d6e228796c Sat, 8 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/wjr-gardening-show-dean-darrin-jIQ3XN7_ WJR Gardening Show ~ Dean Darrin Cumulus Broadcasting 00:39:30 April 8, 2023 ~ English Gardens Vice President of Retail Operations Dean Darrin offers the insight you need to grow a lush lawn that will make you the envy of your neighbors. Learn how to select the right fertilizers, gauge when and how much to water, combat pesky weeds, improve your soil, and control the insect population, creating a space that’s safe for kids and pets while being beautiful to the eye. April 8, 2023 ~ English Gardens Vice President of Retail Operations Dean Darrin offers the insight you need to grow a lush lawn that will make you the envy of your neighbors. Learn how to select the right fertilizers, gauge when and how much to water, combat pesky weeds, improve your soil, and control the insect population, creating a space that’s safe for kids and pets while being beautiful to the eye. false full 4 4a26587e-64de-4d08-94f3-e485d525d45e Sun, 2 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000 curtis.paul@cumulus.com (Cumulus Broadcasting) https://wjr-gardening-show.simplecast.com/episodes/the-wjr-gardening-show-jennifer-lowe-8Y_RcqYl WJR Gardening Show ~ Jennifer Lau Cumulus Broadcasting 00:37:49 April 3, 2023 ~ English Gardens Master Gardner Jennifer Lau offers advice on caring for your indoor houseplants, plus tips on starting your outdoor summer plants indoors, and the things you can do right now to prepare your yard for the breaking spring season. April 3, 2023 ~ English Gardens Master Gardner Jennifer Lau offers advice on caring for your indoor houseplants, plus tips on starting your outdoor summer plants indoors, and the things you can do right now to prepare your yard for the breaking spring season. false full 2