Common-Sense Gardening Advice From a Legend — Dr. Allan Armitage

Описание: If you’ve gardened for any length of time, you’ve probably bumped into the name Allan Armitage. He’s shaped modern horticulture from just about every angle: research, teaching, plant introductions, writing, and being one of the best storytellers in our field.

But today’s conversation is different. We’re not diving into his decades of academic work. We’re talking about his newest book, The Common Sense Gardener. It's a small, fun, totally practical book that feels like you’re sitting on the back porch with Allan himself.

We cover the things gardeners struggle with the most:
• Sun vs. shade (and why most people overcomplicate it)
• How to plant so weeds never stand a chance
• Mulch vs. compost and why compost is king
• How healthy soil solves almost everything
• When to fertilize (and when not to)
• Simple design ideas that make your garden look better instantly

And of course… plenty of stories. Because no one tells a garden story like Allan. I think you’re going to love this episode especially if you need a dose of encouragement, clarity, and good humor about gardening,

Dr. Allan Armitage has spent decades at the University of Georgia as a professor, researcher, and leader in plant trials and introductions. He’s written 16 books, earned just about every horticulture award out there, and shaped how gardeners and professionals understand plants.

But what I love most about Allan is how down-to-earth and humble he is. With all his credentials, he still remains a gardener at heart just like us - funny and humble and focused on what truly matters: helping people enjoy gardening without getting lost in the noise.

In this episode, we talk about:
🌿Allan’s surprising path into horticulture
🌿Sun vs. Shade (the two-word explanation!)
🌿 Planting for success (more plants = fewer weeds)
🌿Compost vs. mulch — and the role each really plays
🌿Disease & insect issues
🌿Fertilizing: the simple rule that ends all the confusion
🌿Garden design that actually makes sense

📘Order Allan’s New Book The Common Sense Gardener
https://www.allanarmitage.net/common-...
📚 Allan’s Other Books & Resources
*Of Naked Ladies and Forget-Me-Nots: Stories From the Garden - https://amzlink.to/az0h58Mvmt1YE (This is the book Allan says many podcast stories are based on.)
*Field Guide to Specialty Cut Flowers: A Growers' Manual by Dr. Allan M. Armitage with Kelly Garcia - https://amzlink.to/az0EeAJvWAwu4
*Herbaceous Perennial Plants: A Treatise on their Identification, Culture, and Garden Attributes by Dr. Allan M. Armitage - https://amzlink.to/az0zuyOqdzveH
*Armitage’s Garden Perennials by Allan M. Armitage - https://amzlink.to/az0d8kAMVxU62
*Legends in the Garden: Who in the world is Nellie Stevens? by Linda L. Copeland and Allan M. Armitage - https://amzlink.to/az0iyRLei5aqI
*Allan's App: Armitage’s Great Garden Plants - https://www.allanarmitage.net/theapp
*Allan's Podcast: Stories from the Garden - https://www.allanarmitage.net/stories...

🕒Chapters:
00:00 Welcome
00:07 Meet Dr. Allan Armitage
01:27 The Common Sense Gardener
02:08 Casual Conversation and Memories
04:20 Allan's Gardening Journey
10:00 Gardening Wisdom and Humor
14:15 Common Sense Gardening Lessons
34:44 Debunking Planting Myths
35:58 The Importance of Compost
37:21 Mulch vs. Compost
38:54 The Mulch Dilemma
42:40 Common Sense Disease and Insect Management
44:39 Common Sense Garden Fertilization
48:04 Common Sense Garden Design
52:24 Common Sense Pruning
1:06:14 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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