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Green Acres Garden Podcast

177 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratings

Green Acres Garden Podcast is the podcast that’ll teach budding gardeners like you to grow your green thumb. But whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Get to know Kevin and Austin as they have conversations with community gardeners and gurus at Green Acres Nursery & Supply—they'll answer questions you didn't know you had.

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Protecting Plants From The Heat

June 24, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MB

Hey blossom buddies. This week the team is here to help you beat the heat. Kevin sits down with Julie to discuss best practices for protecting your plants in high temperatures. Learn how to effectively water, creatively shade your gardens, protect tree trunks, and use Wilt Stop. We all like to spray cool water on our plants on a hot summer evening, but is it the right thing to do? Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOLS) Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast...

Planting For Pollinators

June 17, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MB

Welcome green thumbs! This week the team celebrates National Pollinator Week by discussing the magic of pollination. Kevin offers his favorite plant recommendations to attract pollinators, and other beneficials, all year round. Read On: Plant For Pollinators Watch On YouTube: All About Pollinators Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Pictured: Honey Bee on Echinacea (Coneflower)

Defensible Spaces

June 10, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MB

This week the team meets with Kevin Marini to discuss how to slow the spread of fire on your property with easy-to-implement, defensive measures. Stay up to date on best practices approved by Cal Fire by using this resource on Defensible Space. Watch on YouTube: Creating A Defensible Space Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Poolside Planting Recommendations

June 03, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MB

Hey green thumbs! With the heat upon us, Kevin and Austin jump into the depths of gardening around a backyard pool. Learn what plants Kevin recommends based on specific considerations to minimize leaf litter, invasive roots, bee stings, and more. You may be surprised by how many options are available. Read On: Poolside Planting Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Pictured: Fan Flower

The Secrets To Growing Happy Hydrangeas

May 27, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MB

Hey garden friends! This week Kevin meets with Kiki to learn everything there is to know about Hydrangeas. Discover the many stunning varieties and how to best care for Hydrangeas including tips for placement, watering, pruning, and even how to change the color of your Hydrangea's flowers. Read On: Showstopping Hydrangeas Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

How To Create A Sensational Sensory Garden

May 20, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40 MB

Welcome back! Kevin talks with Guru, Marsha, from Green Acres about creating a garden that is a symphony for the senses. Aside from the beautiful garden we all strive for, immerse yourself in your garden to experience the senses through sound, smell, and taste. From the crunching sound of gravel underfoot, to the scent of fresh blooms, to the taste of fresh berries, time spent in the garden can be  a sensory delight. Watch on YouTube: How To Create A Moon Garden Green Acres Nursery & Suppl...

Hardworking Shrubs

May 13, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MB

Welcome back green thumbs. Looking for shrubs that maintain their composure no matter what Mother Nature brings? Kevin talks with Garden Guru, Greg, about their top choices for shrubs you can depend on. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Summer Combos with Annuals and Perennials

May 06, 2022 07:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MB

Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin and Austin discuss the wide array of beautiful annuals and perennials you can plant in your garden to add color and interest. Learn about these staples for any garden that are drought tolerant, easy to grow, and ready to go in right now. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Photo: Daylily

Create A Tropical Garden Oasis

April 29, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MB

We’re talkin’ tropicals this week. Kevin shares his extensive plant list for creating a tropical oasis to get vacation vibes at home. And yes, there are some  waterwise options too!  Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Pictured: Tropical Hibiscus with a praying mantis 

Rose Gardening Tips From A Master Rosarian

April 22, 2022 07:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week the team visits the stunning backyard rose garden of Linda Knowles. Learn from a pro how to grow amazing roses with simple tips. Check out the beauty for yourself by watching the Rose Garden Tour on YouTube.  Sierra Foothills Rose Society Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Stunning Spring Color

April 15, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to explore the beautiful rainbow of options you can plant in your garden to add color. Learn about vibrant varieties of full sun perennials, shade loving perennials, annuals, and more to add stunning spring color. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Pictured: African Daisy '4D Purple'

Urban Gardening at BUG

April 08, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week the team visits Todd McPherson at the Luther Burbank Urban Garden (BUG) in Sacramento. Todd and his team of students and interns share their tips from the garden and why teaching agriculture to young people is so important. Visit BUG on Facebook Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Veggie Gardening Stop & Chat

April 01, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin visit the Green Acres in Sacramento to talk to you and all of the great people preparing their home gardens. Learn what others are planting this season and get tips from the local community on how to be successful this season. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Soils: The First Step to Your Gardening Success

March 25, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

Welcome back green thumbs! A healthy plant starts with healthy soil. Kevin talks with Jim from E.B. Stone™ Organics to take the mystery out of selecting the right soil. Did you know you can build your soil health over time with the right amendments? And by doing so, you set your plants up for success. Learn about important soil ingredients and get tips on what amendments are best for different situations.  Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook E.B Stone™...

How to Grow Tasty Tomatoes

March 18, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MB

Welcome back garden friends. Tomatoes take the stage this week when Kevin talks with Anthony from our Rocklin location about where and when to plant the flavorful fruit. Get the dirt on their recommendations for soil amendments, feeding, staking, watering, and more. Wondering what varieties to plant this season? Grab your note pad.  Green Acres Nursery & Supply Watch on YouTube: How to Plant Tomatoes Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Encourage The Good Bugs. Outsmart The Bad Bugs.

March 11, 2022 08:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MB

Welcome back gardeners. Have you spotted bugs in the garden and wondered if they are good or bad for your plants? Kevin talks with Julie from Our Water Our World about identifying good bugs and outsmarting the bad bugs. She'll describe some of the damage done by bad bugs, and how plant choices, placement, timing, and control methods make a big difference in creating the balance needed for a healthy environment for the right bugs. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Our Water Our World Green Acres...

Secrets to Small-Space Gardening

March 04, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35 MB

Welcome back garden friends. Do you want to start a garden, but you're tight on space? This week Kevin and Austin talk about making a big impact when gardening in small spaces. Learn how to utilize the area you have by getting creative, planting in containers, growing vertical, and choosing the right plants. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Behind The Scenes at Our Vegetable Growing Greenhouses

February 25, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

Welcome! Are you anxious to get your vegetable garden started? Join Kevin and Austin as they take a trip to the growing greenhouses at Green Acres Nursery & Supply at Eisley’s. They'll share a behind-the-scenes look at what's to come for warm-season vegetables and herbs. Find out about new varieties along with tried-and-true growing tips from this legendary growing facility. Watch On YouTube: Behind The Scenes at Our Vegetable Growing Greenhouses Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Ga...

Behind The Scenes at Our Vegetable Growing Facility

February 25, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MB

Welcome! Are you anxious to get your vegetable garden started? Join Kevin and Austin as they take a trip to the growing greenhouses at Green Acres Nursery & Supply at Eisley’s. They'll share a behind-the-scenes look at what's to come for warm-season vegetables and herbs. Find out about new varieties along with tried-and-true growing tips from this legendary growing facility. Watch On YouTube: Behind The Scenes at Our Vegetable Growing Facility Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garde...

Simple Spring Garden Planning and Prep

February 18, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MB

Spring is in the air. Is your garden ready? Get your note pad...Kevin shares his list of small things you can do now to set yourself up for a successful spring and summer. From planning and preparing vegetable beds, to timely fruit tree maintenance, transitional lawn care, and tool care, he's covering it all.  Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

It's Grow Time! Summer-Blooming Bulbs

February 11, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MB

Welcome back! Listen as Kevin talks with our guru Greg about planting summer-blooming bulbs because it's time to plant them. Reap the rewards of planting bulbs now by enjoying the blooms that emerge in summer. Not to mention, the vast variety of bulbs available now allow you to expand your plant palette with unique plants that you may not find in summer.  Get planting tips for success and learn about three local favorite varieties. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Gr...

Kevin's Crash Course on Seed Planting

February 04, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MB

Welcome back! This week Kevin gives his tips for planting seeds successfully, including soil prep, planting depth, and timing. It's fun. It's easy. And, starting vegetables from seed is a way to get a jump start on the season with your favorites...but don't forget to include something new in your culinary garden this year.  Green Acres Nursery & Supply Watch On YouTube:  Growing From Seed Read On: Veggie Planting Calendar Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Ga...

Deer-Resistant Garden Tips

January 28, 2022 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MB

Hey garden friends! This week Kevin sits down with Julie to discuss deer and how to keep the woodland creatures from feasting on your garden. Learn about some of the many plants that deer typically find unappetizing, where to plant to minimize damage, and a few other tricks to keep deer at bay. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Read On: Deer Resistant Plant List Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Growing Your Own Home Orchard

January 21, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss the benefits of growing fruit and nut trees at home. Learn about dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties that are easy to manage and produce a delicious harvest. Use this resource to plan ahead for an extended harvest: Fruit and Nut Harvest Chart by Dave Wilson Nursery Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Pictured: Young Fuji Apple trained as espali...

Homegrown Potatoes—Fun And Easy!

January 14, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin travel to the Folsom Green Acres location to meet Kristina where she shares her knowledge of growing potatoes. Learn about the many delicious varieties and how easy and fun growing vertical with spuds can be. Watch on YouTube: How To Plant Seed Potatoes Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres

Plant to Invite Birds

January 07, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MB

Welcome back green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down to discuss the benefits of having birds in your garden and what plants will attract them. Find out what plants from the many options will work best for you. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Pictured: Hummingbird nest at our Sacramento location.

Questions and Answers Round 2

December 31, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MB

Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin and Austin celebrate the last episode of the year by answering your questions submitted through the Green Acres Nursery & Supply Facebook page (@idiggreenacres). Follow the Green Acres Garden Podcast group on Facebook for the opportunity to have your questions answered on future episodes, share your ideas for topics, and more. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Winter Care For Houseplants

December 24, 2021 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Happy holidays green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with Austin to discuss best practices for houseplants as the days get colder and shorter. Learn how to navigate common challenges with humidity, watering, and pests. Austin dares to take on the advanced task of keeping a poinsettia alive for next season. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart Pictured: whi...

Rose Pruning Tips From A Master Rosarian

December 17, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MB

Welcome back! This week the team travels to Roseville to meet an official rose queen, Master Rosarian, Charlotte, to teach you the art of caring for roses. Charlotte describes what to prune, and why, as she uses her three-minute-or-less pruning technique to get gorgeous spring blooms.  Watch on YouTube:  How to Prune Roses with Charlotte from the Sierra Foothills Rose Society Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads an...

Simple Winter Care Tips for Spring Success

December 10, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MB

Did you know there are simple things you can do in winter to prevent pest and disease from coming on in warmer months? This week Kevin shares his top tips for getting ahead of peach leaf curl, aphids, scale, and other common garden occurrences, during the dormant season. Watch on YouTube: Dormant Care Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart Pictured: Scale Ins...

How To Prune Fruit Trees

December 03, 2021 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin teaches you how to prune your fruit trees in the show's first educational video segment. Watch and learn what tools to use and how to perform thinning and heading cuts by clicking the link below. Watch on YouTube: How To Prune Fruit Trees Green Acres Nursery & Supply A Season of Caring, Adopt a Loving Pet Event Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart

Growing an Edible Landscape

November 26, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

Join a growing trend…plant a landscape that offers more than aesthetics. This week Kevin and Austin talk about creating an edible landscape for gardens small and large. Plan your plot with their suggestions for trees, shrubs, vines and groundcovers you can harvest at home. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Fruit Sleeve Varieties Selecting Soils A Season of Caring, Adopt a Loving Pet Event Join our Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart

Frost Protection Done Right And Conifers To Grow

November 19, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MB

Welcome back green thumbs! This week Julie shares everything you need to know about protecting your plants from the cold. Kevin and Austin are a couple of cone heads and share the many conifer varieties you can plant at home. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Winterizing Your Yard Join our Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart

Community Gardening at Table Farm

November 12, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MB

Hey green thumbs. This week the team travels to a local community garden called Table Farm to meet with Chloe. We learn about what's growing in the garden as seasons change, how to get involved in this or your own community garden, and explore the "why" of gardening. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Table Farm Join our Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart

Winter Gardening: Planting For Color

November 05, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MB

Hey green thumbs. This week Greg returns to the show to teach us about gardening in the winter and inspire us with all of the beautiful colors and species that thrive in the cold. Now is the time to practice the art of gardening. Blog Post: Winter Color Green Acres Nursery & Supply Join our Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart. Interested in joining our team at Green Acres Nursery & Supply? Apply now. 

Plant Division. Why, What and When?

October 29, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 31.7 MB

Hey green thumbs! Did you know a number of plants prefer being divided at certain times of the year (or every few years) to maintain healthy root growth and to encourage blooms? This week Kevin explains plant division and walks us through the simple process from his school garden. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Join our Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sponsored in part by BeWaterSmart. Interested in joining our team at Green Acres Nursery & Supply? Apply now. 

Great Lawn Care

October 22, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week the team welcomes Katie Piazza from Delta Bluegrass Company to discuss the less thirsty blends available for our area, along with watering and fertilizing tips as we roll into cooler weather. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Nursery & Supply Sod Collection BeWaterSmart

The Inside Scoop On Lawn Varieties and Maintenance

October 22, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin chat with Katie Piazza from Delta Bluegrass Company to discuss the less thirsty blends available for our area, along with watering and fertilizing tips as we roll into cooler weather. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Nursery & Supply Sod Collection BeWaterSmart

Garden Games

October 15, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 33.9 MB

Welcome green thumbs! This week the team plays Garden Trivia with unsuspecting customers at the Folsom Green Acres Nursery & Supply. Have some fun and test your garden knowledge by playing along with the contenders. Kevin and Austin share a few more interesting facts back in the studio. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart

Fall Colors

October 08, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MB

Welcome back garden friends! This week the team meets with Caroline at the Sacramento store to discover all of the beautiful plants you can put in your garden this fall to add color. From annuals and perennials to shrubs and trees Caroline and Kevin come up with some stunning suggestions for your fall and winter landscape.  Kevin shares the secrets of Ginkgo biloba—the tree that's been around since before the dinosaurs. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Questions and Answers

October 01, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MB

Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin and Austin answer questions from the Green Acres Nursery & Supply Facebook page (@idiggreenacres). Follow the Green Acres Garden Podcast group on Facebook for the opportunity to have your questions answered on future episodes, share your ideas for topics, and more. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Garden Checklist and Lawn Care

September 24, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MB

Welcome back garden friends! In this episode Kevin and Austin run through the fall gardening checklist to keep your garden beautiful. The team meets with Christa at the Sacramento nursery to learn about soil amendments, green manure, veggies to grow now from seed and how to achieve zen in the garden. Kevin teaches Austin the importance of de-thatching and how to keep a lawn healthy. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Fall Festival & Houseplants

September 17, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 33.7 MB

Hey green thumbs! This week the team welcomes resident social media guru Lauren into the studio to discuss the upcoming Fall Festival. She shares everything you need to know to participate in this fun event. Then the team meets with Kristen at the Elk Grove store to discuss houseplants in celebration of National Indoor Plant Week. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Fall Planting

September 10, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 39.3 MB

Hey garden friends! Welcome back to a very special 10th episode with Kevin and Austin. The team celebrates by visiting the Sacramento store for the first time to learn about Fall planting with Jacy. Then Julie comes back to teach us the best methods for planting a tree. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Fall Bulbs for Spring Blooms, and Bareroots

September 03, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 35.8 MB

Welcome back. This week the team talks to Greg about fall bulbs for spring blooms. Learn bulb varieties and how to plant these geophytes. Then Robyn teaches us everything we need to know about bareroot season for fruit trees and roses, and how you can order them early. Don't know what a bareroot is? Tune in to find out! Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Transition To Fall Gardens, And Tree Care

August 27, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 39 MB

This week the team has a most excellent adventure as they travel to the CapRadio Garden at Sacramento State University to talk tips for the transition from your summer garden to a fall and winter garden. Then Kevin talks with Jackie, a Green Acres guru and certified arborist, about caring for trees—especially in a low-water year. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info

Citrus Trees and All Things Bees

August 20, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

Hey garden friends. Welcome to a very buzz-tacular episode of the podcast. This week the team meets Everett at the Folsom store to learn how to successfully grow citrus trees. Then Kevin and Austin travel to the Hӓagen-Dazs Honey Bee Haven at UC Davis to learn about the habits of bees, and how you can invite them to your garden, from Doctor Christine Casey. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Blog Post: Tips For Growing Citrus Blog Post: Plants For Pollinators BeWaterSmart.info

The Magic of Seeds

August 13, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MB

Hello garden friends. In this special episode, the podcast welcomes seed guru Curtis Jones from Botanical Interests. Kevin and Curtis share their seed gardening knowledge. Kevin and Austin get new nicknames and discuss the many benefits of growing plants from seeds. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Blog Post: Seed Starting BeWaterSmart.info

Composting―Garden Gold

August 06, 2021 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MB

Hello garden friends. Dig into this episode to learn how to make garden gold. Kevin brings back Julie to demystify garden composting. She shares the dirty science of making happy soil. Check out the awesome Palo Verde tree with Russell for the Staff Pick of the Week. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Composting 101 BeWaterSmart.info

Perfect Perennials

July 30, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MB

Welcome garden friends. This week is all about amazing perennials.  Learn about the beauty and benefits of Coneflowers in this week's staff pick of the week with Tamara. New guest Julie brings a cart full of her favorite perennials to explore what makes this diverse group of plants so special. Plants mentioned include:  Sombrero® Sangrita Coneflower (pictured), Echibeckia, Orange Skyscraper™ Salvia, Lantana, Statice, and Hibiscus moscheutos. Green Acres Nursery & Supply BeWaterSmart.info