It's time to tap our Maple trees here in Minnesota so this week we're exploring the history and science behind making Maple Syrup, something everyone can do, even if you only have a tree or two. And we are doing a deep dive into how to clean, care for, and revive your garden tools to get ready for spring gardening to keep them lasting and in good shape for years to come.

Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.

From wild Mexican grasslands to blooming aboard the International Space Station, the week we are talking about Zinnias, including their shared history with the elusive color blue. Have you started getting your seeds ready for this season? This episode breaks down how to start annual flowers so that they look garden-center worthy by planting time.

Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.

This week we uncover the the shared anatomy of Strawberries and Roses, the wild truth about what a strawberry really is, and the deep history that links these two iconic plants to Valentine's Day. Thinking of planning a new garden or redoing your garden this year? We are walking through how to plan a garden in phases and plan for a future garden that grows into the perfect garden for your space.

Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.