Decorative Holiday Containers and Thanksgiving Favorites | Gardening Simplified Radio Show | Ep. 11

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🍁 Mashed potatoes were ranked as America's favorite Thanksgiving side dish, surpassing stuffing, sweet potatoes, and cranberry sauce.

🌳 Seeing or hearing birds has been associated with improved mental well-being that may last for several hours, according to a study from King's College London.

👗 A deer got loose in a JC Penney store in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, causing the store to temporarily close. The deer entered through a door near a restaurant and made its way into the fitting rooms.

🐛 The Woolly Bear Caterpillar is often thought to be able to predict winter weather, but the banding is actually due to genetic diversity.

❄️ The Woolly Bear Caterpillar can survive freezing temperatures due to a cryoprotectant substance in their tissues that acts like antifreeze.

🛒 Despite the folklore around Woolly Bear Caterpillars as weather forecasters, there is no scientific evidence to support the accuracy of their predictions.

🎼 Some people score bird songs as musical notes based on the position of birds on a wire, creating unique compositions directly inspired by nature.

🦃 Traditional Thanksgiving dishes are culturally significant, with regional and personal traditions influencing the variety of sides and desserts enjoyed during the holiday.

🌱 Gardening aficionados who extend their growing seasons with methods like hoop houses aim for fresh greens during holidays like Christmas and Easter.

📱 The study on the effects of birds on mental well-being utilized a smartphone app, highlighting the intersection of technology and mental health research.

Timestamped Summary

00:00 Introduction music starts.

00:05 Rick Vice and Stacy Hervella begin the show with a greeting.

00:09 The hosts discuss the format and where listeners can access the podcast.

00:32 A thank you to YouTube viewers and the announcement of the studio sponsor, Proven Winners ColorChoice shrubs.

00:50 Rick and Stacy chat about gardening activities that can still be done in mid-November, including creating festive holiday containers with garden clippings.

02:01 Stacy has brought a selection of garden clippings to the studio, including pine, yew, and Rhododendron.

02:49 Discussion about using garden clippings to spruce up holiday containers, with a focus on using existing containers with thawed soil.

03:17 Stacy and Rick talk about the "Thriller, Filler, Spiller" concept when arranging containers with garden branches.

05:02 The conversation transitions to using different types of branches, like Birch, Dogwood, Driftwood, and alternatives for creating the "Thriller" effect in containers.

06:02 Talk about using evergreen branches as "Fillers" in the holiday containers and suggestions for using Long-needled Evergreens as "Spillers."

08:01 Discussion about pruning and how it can benefit plants like Limelight hydrangeas when using the clippings in arrangements.

10:01 Word of the day "psithurism," which refers to the sound of the wind in trees and the rustling of leaves.

10:35 Upcoming segment, "Plants on Trial," where Stacy will discuss a plant that is ideal for holiday containers.

10:54 "Plants on Trial" begins with Stacy introducing Arctic fire red twig dogwood.

11:35 Stacy provides detailed information about the red twig dogwood, its pruning needs, and the importance of managing its colorful branches to maintain vibrancy.

14:07 In-depth discussion on different pruning techniques for red twig dogwoods to retain the red color of the branches, with advice on how to achieve the best results based on the age of the wood.

16:22 Stacy concludes the segment on "Plants on Trial" by discussing the outcome of pruning red twig dogwoods and its relevance to holiday arrangements.

21:16 "Gardening Questions" session launches as Stacy reads a query regarding fall preparations to deter snails and slugs the following year.

21:47 The hosts discuss the life cycle of slugs, emphasizing the impact of adequately timed management on their population control.

26:44 The next question is from Diane, who has built a hoop house for growing lettuce and spinach and seeks advice on planting the next crop for a harvest by Easter.

30:50 "Rick's Branching News" starts, and the hosts debate about America's favorite Thanksgiving side dishes and desserts based on a survey.

35:10 The conversation turns to a study from King's College London, showing that birdwatching can improve mental well-being for up to eight hours.

38:02 News about a deer that wandered into a JC Penney store is discussed, highlighting the unusual situation.

39:00 The segment closes by talking about the Woolly Bear Caterpillar, which is believed in folklore to forecast the harshness of the upcoming winter.

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Q&A

What can I do in the fall to discourage snails and slugs next year?

Snails and slugs lay their eggs in the fall, which can hatch as early as February. To discourage snails and slugs, it's recommended to put out slug bait in very late winter or early spring, as the eggs hatch or just after they have hatched. You can also eliminate potential hiding spots in your garden where they might seek refuge.

When should I plant the next crop of lettuce and spinach in my hoop house for spring harvesting?

The timing for planting the next crop in your hoop house depends on the temperature inside the structure. Lettuce and spinach can germinate at temperatures as low as 40 degrees, but the germination will be slower at lower temperatures, taking 20 to 30 days. Use a soil thermometer to measure the temperature, and if you consistently get readings in the 50-degree range, you can likely plant directly in the hoop house. If the temperatures are colder, you might want to start the seeds indoors and then move them to the hoop house when temperatures are consistently around 55 degrees.

Can The Woolly Bear Caterpillar predict winter weather?

The Woolly Bear Caterpillar is known for folklore suggesting it can predict winter weather based on the banding of its fur. However, this is just a myth and the banding is due to genetic diversity. These caterpillars have a cryoprotectant that acts as antifreeze in their tissues, allowing them to survive cold temperatures. They eventually turn into a moth, going through an interesting metamorphosis beyond the fall season.