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  • July Gardening Guide: Expert Tips for Thriving Plants and Conquering Summer Weeds with Nigel Thistledown

    July Gardening Guide: Expert Tips for Thriving Plants and Conquering Summer Weeds with Nigel Thistledown
    Jul 13 2025
    # July Gardening Guide: Beat the Heat & Master Your Summer Garden

    Discover essential July gardening tips with host Nigel Thistledown in this entertaining and informative episode of his gardening podcast. Learn how to combat the "weed insurrection" during these hot summer months with practical strategies for keeping your garden thriving. Nigel shares expert advice on optimal watering techniques, what to plant now for maximum success, and how to protect your garden from intense summer heat with proper mulching. From harvesting early summer crops to preparing for fall harvests, this episode covers it all with Nigel's trademark humor and botanical wisdom. You'll also discover trending gardening innovations including no-dig beds, vertical gardening for urban spaces, and the benefits of wildflower meadows for pollinators. Whether you're battling bindweed or aiming for a Halloween pumpkin harvest, this episode provides the seasonal guidance every gardener needs to transform their patch into a summer paradise.

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    4 min
  • July Gardening Guide: Sustainable Tips, Seasonal Trends, and Expert Advice for a Thriving Summer Garden

    July Gardening Guide: Sustainable Tips, Seasonal Trends, and Expert Advice for a Thriving Summer Garden
    Jul 8 2025
    # July Gardening Tips with Nigel Thistledown: Beat the Heat and Master Your Summer Garden

    Join veteran horticulturist Nigel Thistledown in his latest podcast episode as he shares essential July gardening advice for the unusually hot and rainy summer of 2025. Discover practical tips for managing vigorous summer growth, from harvesting peak-season vegetables to keeping persistent weeds at bay. Learn about sustainable gardening trends including the labor-saving no-dig method, space-efficient vertical gardens, and indoor terrariums perfect for urban dwellers. Nigel provides a comprehensive guide to July garden maintenance including proper watering techniques, deadheading spent blooms, and strategic planting for fall harvests. Whether you're battling pests, planning for Halloween pumpkins, or trying to attract hummingbirds, this episode delivers Nigel's signature blend of expert knowledge and witty commentary to help your garden thrive through midsummer challenges.

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    4 min
  • July Garden Guide: Expert Tips for Thriving Tomatoes, Squash Bugs, and Lush Landscapes from Gardening Pro Nigel Thistledown

    July Garden Guide: Expert Tips for Thriving Tomatoes, Squash Bugs, and Lush Landscapes from Gardening Pro Nigel Thistledown
    Jul 6 2025
    # "July Garden Mastery: Essential Summer Care Tips for Thriving Plants" - Podcast Episode Description

    Discover essential July gardening wisdom in this entertaining episode with expert Nigel Thistledown! Learn timely vegetable harvesting techniques for tomatoes and zucchini, effective deadheading strategies for vibrant flower displays, and smart watering practices for summer heat. Nigel shares practical advice on pest management, including how to combat squash bugs and tobacco budworms, plus tree maintenance tips for fruit trees and black locusts. Get professional guidance on strawberry bed renovation, division of overcrowded perennials, and sustainable watering solutions like in-ground ollas. Perfect for gardeners facing summer challenges, this episode blends practical knowledge with Nigel's signature humor to help your garden flourish during July's peak growing season. Don't miss these seasonal gardening tips that will transform your outdoor space!

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    3 min
  • July Garden Guide: Drought Resistant Plants, Vertical Gardening Tips, and Pest Control Strategies for a Thriving Summer Landscape

    July Garden Guide: Drought Resistant Plants, Vertical Gardening Tips, and Pest Control Strategies for a Thriving Summer Landscape
    Jul 1 2025
    # July Garden Tips: Thriving in Summer Heat with Nigel Thistledown

    Join horticultural expert Nigel Thistledown in this entertaining and informative episode about managing your garden during July's peak growing season. Discover practical advice for drought-tolerant plants, summer maintenance, and planning your fall garden while keeping your sense of humor intact.

    Nigel shares his expertise on late-flowering alliums, drought-resistant perennials like Santolina rosmarinifolia caerulea, and solutions for challenging garden conditions including slopes and chalky soil. Learn when to plant long-blooming perennials to attract pollinators, how to prepare fall vegetable crops, and innovative vertical gardening techniques for small spaces.

    This episode combines essential gardening wisdom with Nigel's signature wit as he guides you through July's garden challenges. Whether you're battling pests, managing water conservation, or simply trying to keep your plants alive in the summer heat, Nigel offers practical solutions with his characteristic charm.

    Perfect for gardeners at all experience levels looking to maximize their summer garden while preparing for the seasons ahead.

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    4 min
  • June Gardening Guide: Expert Tips for Vibrant Flowers, Thriving Vegetables, and Spectacular Summer Blooms

    June Gardening Guide: Expert Tips for Vibrant Flowers, Thriving Vegetables, and Spectacular Summer Blooms
    Jun 29 2025
    # June Gardening Guide: Essential Tips for Summer Blooms and Thriving Vegetables

    Join Nigel Thistledown in this delightful episode packed with timely June gardening advice. Learn when to plant summer-blooming bulbs like dahlias and canna lilies, and discover why you shouldn't trim spring bulb foliage too early. Nigel shares expert tips on maximizing annual flowers with proper deadheading techniques and the right fertilizer balance for spectacular blooms.

    This episode covers practical solutions for common summer garden challenges, including treating rose black spot and selecting perfect pond plants. For vegetable gardeners, catch the last chance for planting watermelon and okra, plus time-saving maintenance strategies to keep your garden productive with minimal effort.

    Explore trending gardening innovations from vertical gardens for urban spaces to heritage vegetables that add unique character to your garden. Whether you're managing an expansive landscape or a modest balcony garden, Nigel's enthusiastic guidance and humor make gardening accessible and joyful for everyone.
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    5 min
  • Summer Gardening Tips: Expert Reveals Secrets to Lush Blooms and Bountiful Berries in Your Backyard Oasis

    Summer Gardening Tips: Expert Reveals Secrets to Lush Blooms and Bountiful Berries in Your Backyard Oasis
    Jun 28 2025
    # Summer Gardening Tips for June 2025: Still Time to Plant Bulbs and More

    Discover essential late-June gardening advice with host Nigel Thistledown in this informative episode packed with seasonal tips. Learn why there's still time to plant summer bulbs like dahlias and lilies, proper care techniques for new plantings, and the importance of correct fertilization for maximum blooms. Nigel shares expert guidance on perennial maintenance, creative pest control methods, and water conservation strategies for the dry summer ahead. Whether you're looking to revitalize your pond, start a berry garden, or simply keep your flowers thriving through summer, this episode delivers practical solutions with Nigel's characteristic wit and horticultural wisdom. Perfect for gardeners of all experience levels seeking timely advice for their summer gardens.
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    4 min
  • Garden Revolution 2025: Expert Reveals Top Trends in Sustainable Landscaping Water Wise Gardening and Native Plant Transformations

    Garden Revolution 2025: Expert Reveals Top Trends in Sustainable Landscaping Water Wise Gardening and Native Plant Transformations
    Jun 22 2025
    # Nigel Thistledown's Garden Rambles: Embracing 2025's Revolutionary Gardening Trends

    Join eccentric garden sage Nigel Thistledown for a delightful journey through 2025's most exciting gardening innovations. In this episode, discover why traditional lawns are being replaced with meadow-style plantings and Pennsylvania sedge, how self-watering planters like EZCube are transforming plant care, and why water-wise gardening techniques are essential in our changing climate.

    Nigel shares expert insights on the no-dig method, the surprising comeback of terrariums, and vertical gardening solutions for urban spaces. Learn about AI-powered garden technology, heritage vegetables, and bold tropical foliage that creates dramatic impact. The episode covers regenerative gardening practices, proper pruning techniques, and tips for creating wildlife-friendly spaces.

    Whether you're managing acres of land or a humble windowsill, Nigel's witty commentary and practical advice will inspire you to transform your space into a thriving paradise. From stunning new dahlia varieties to sustainable gardening approaches, this episode delivers both entertainment and actionable gardening wisdom with Nigel's signature charm and humor.

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    17 min
  • Gardening in 2025: Sustainable, Native Plants, Vertical Gardens, and Eco-Friendly Tips for Modern Green Thumbs

    Gardening in 2025: Sustainable, Native Plants, Vertical Gardens, and Eco-Friendly Tips for Modern Green Thumbs
    Jun 20 2025
    # The Modern Gardener's Guide: Sustainable Trends & Tips for 2025 with Nigel Thistledown

    Join gardening expert Nigel Thistledown as he digs into the latest horticultural trends and eco-friendly practices of 2025. In this episode, Nigel explores sustainable gardening approaches including water-wise designs, native planting, and the rising popularity of Pennsylvania sedge as a lawn alternative. Discover the mental health benefits of gardening, innovative vertical garden solutions for small spaces, and no-dig techniques that improve soil health while saving your back.

    Whether you're transforming a windowsill, balcony, or sprawling yard, you'll learn practical tips for creating beautiful, resilient gardens that support local wildlife and pollinators. Nigel shares insights from the Chelsea Flower Show, advice on container gardening, and clever solutions for common garden challenges. Perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike, this episode delivers a wheelbarrow full of inspiration, practical wisdom, and Nigel's signature wit to help your garden thrive in 2025.
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    18 min