The Garden Shift

A podcast about becoming a guardian of your garden with host Tina Cesaroni and friends.Informal conversations about ecological gardening, including-nature observations -less lawn and more plants - critters to co-exist with -caterpillars, moths, butterflies, birds & bees to name a few -messy garden beds-meadows-native plants to know and grow-invasive plants to remove-Ontario native plant nurseries for you to visit -ecological news I hope you laugh a bit and learn a lot.More good stuff here: thegardenshift.com@the_garden_shift

The Garden Shift is a leisure podcast hosted by Tina Cesaroni, with 38 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tina Cesaroni hosts The Garden Shift, a leisure show with 38 episodes published.

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  Episode #23

  Garden Observations with Douglas Counter

  Aug 6, 202646 minS2

  You may remember Douglas from Season 2. His storm infiltration boulevard in Etobicoke is well documented. Douglas joins to continue the conversation about all the critters who visit this garden space- grasshoppers, damselflies, wasps, bees and birds to name a handful few. We talk about how creating a garden is an opportunity to watch a dynamic ecosystem and learn about all the associations between insects and plants. Douglas is a Project Swallowtail Ambassador and gives free tours of his garden. He is also a native plant propagator, growing over 50 species at his home. Spacing Article, Trent Weston Subscribe to Project Swallowtail's newsletter and learn more: projectswallowtail.ca Contact Douglas: dcu.humanature@rogers.com Resources: bugguide.net Heather Holm https://www.pollinatorsnativeplants.com/ https://www.wildplantsfromseed.com/

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  Episode #22

  Educating Through Art with Tidal & Timber Studio

  Jun 25, 202636 minS2

  Season 2 closes with Kirstin Hicks of Tidal & Timber Studio -she brings the flora and fauna of coastal and boreal landscapes closer to home through her art. Working in Thunder Bay she has spent much of her professional career in natural resource management. Inspired by the forests of Northern Ontario, Lake Superior and nature walks with her field golden retriever- her art communicates an intimate understanding of her place. Kirstin is soaking up the short summer season vibe, taking care of her rain garden and working on her next handmade item that highlights the species she loves- vascular plants. Tidal & Timber Studio Whispers From the North EcoSuperior Follow The Garden Shift on Instagram @the_garden_shift, and thegardenshift.com Special thanks to my people: Victoria/creative design @saltwater.agency Luke/music @lukeottenhof Master Gardener advisors: Pat Concessi, Tena van Andel & Dianne Azzarello Season 3 will land in September. Happy Summer and thanks for being eco guardians

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  Episode #21

  Getting Started with Lorraine Johnson

  Jun 18, 202645 minS2

  This episode was first shared in Season One. It's one of my favorites because it's filled with good advice. Lorraine wants you to get started right where you are. Small changes in your garden can bring big results. Host plants for birds, allowing diversity of species in your lawn, planting up a hellstrip, it's all about reconciling with nature. Enjoy this jam packed episode and Lorraine's story about Sneezy (Disney) and his relationship to goldenrod. lorrainejohnson.ca https://www.rewildingmag.com/author/lorraine-johnson/

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  Episode #20

  Up North with Hidden Habitat Native Plant Nursery

  Jun 11, 202645 minS2

  Are you a cottage owner, conservation practitioner, or lake association? Laura Thomas, owner of Hidden Habitat wants you to grow the right native plant in the right place. Visit her at the nursery and she will show you how. We talk about shoreline seed mixes, seed orchards and plant sex. Hidden Habitat Muskoka Conservancy

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  Episode #19

  Meadow Musings with Toronto Master Gardeners Tena van Andel

  Jun 4, 202643 minS2

  <p>Can this be the year your meadow dreams come true?</p><p>New Directions in American Landscapes Designer Larry Weaner has wise words for gardeners who dream of a  meadow  "By understanding nature’s next ‘move’... we are better able to make intelligent decisions resulting in less maintenance requirements and a more successful end result".</p><p>In this episode Toronto Master Gardener Tena van Andel will share her personal experiences with growing meadows. We talk ecological succession, site prep, invasive species, plant choices, seed mixes and 'meadows in a can'. Tena tells a personal story about Wildflower Farm and owner...

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