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The Growing SeasonAuthor: Matt McFarland
The lighter side of landscaping. Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland, chat about horticulture served with a hearty helping of humour. With over 70 years of design and installation experience the McFarland boys dig into topics in a way you've rarely heard. Packed full of guests that represent various corners of the industry, The Growing Season is smile worthy.The Growing Season: No politics or pulpits, just plants and muddy workboots. Language: en-us Genres: Comedy, Home & Garden, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Growing Season, Feb 1, 2025 - 50 Years And Counting pt. 2
Episode 5
Friday, 31 January, 2025
There was just SOOOO much info.50 Years and Counting pt. 2 is the feature on this week's episode of The Growing Season.What did people do before the microwave? Lynne McFarland describes how she would heat up her husband's meal when he arrived home from the jobsite late at night. "Imagine If You Will" takes you back to 1975. Jaws, mutton chops, blockbusters, muscle cars and smoking in operating rooms are just some of the touchstones mentioned. "99% of all the oxygen around the world is stored in rock..."How much toilet paper will a human use in their lifetime? What is caustic soda?Jack McFarland tells a story about how buried construction materials really threw a monkey wrench into his plans.Horticultural chemicals and their sale/use over the last 50 years is discussed. Matt tells a story of an industry peer that was exposed to said chemicals over the course of time. Jack's extensive use of pressure treated wood in the 1970's and 1980's comes into focus. DDT - that acronym sends shudders down the spines of many - and for good reason! The McFarlands discuss why. Roundup, roundup, roundup... Lets debate. The new formulation of Roundup is chatted on. Tune in. Looking to book a consult for your property? We'd love to help. CLICK HERE.What is a TGS Tiny Garden? CLICK HERE. Subscribe to The Growing Season podcast. CLICK HERE.
