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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, April 4, 2026 - Easter 2026
Episode 14
Saturday, 4 April, 2026
DON'T EAT THOSE CHOCOLATE RAISINS. Its that time of year that chocolate raisins, aka Bunny Poop, comes into focus horticulturally. The largest bunny of them all appears this weekend - The EASTER BUNNY.Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland detail what Easter means to their family. Jack and Lynne have an especially important event tied to the Easter weekend. The tree that gives chocolate is the first in line at the horticultural party. The TGS trio highlight its history. The "midge fly" has a major role in chocolate and Matt asserts that Easter's prototypical creature needs to be reassessed. Easter and Australia is discussed. What is a Nelly White? Why are we talking about Komodo dragons?Where are Easter Lily's grown? How do you care for them when they find their way into your home? Lynne details the how-to.A brand new gadget could be the key to perfect tropical plant watering.Lynne eats. Matt vomits. Forced air and radiators in homes tie into the care of your Easter plants. Chrysanthemum, poinsettias, deciduous trees and soya beans factor into a discussion. A brand new hydrangea variety is created on the fly. Speaking of hydrangeas, getting all sciency with their bloom colour caps the show off.How do you "harden off" an easter hydrangea to allow it to be transplanted into your flower beds.Can you plant dahlia bulbs right now?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.
