Green Acres Garden Podcast

All About Succulents. Droopy Leaves on a Hot Day? It May Not Be Thirsty.

May 21, 2021 Green Acres Nursery & Supply Season 1 Episode 18
Green Acres Garden Podcast
All About Succulents. Droopy Leaves on a Hot Day? It May Not Be Thirsty.
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Today we’re talking about succulents, beautiful plants for outdoors and indoors that don’t require much water.  Marlene Simon, the Plant Lady, has care tips for your succulents.

Did you ever see plant leaves drooping on a hot afternoon? They may not be thirsty. Before you add water to those sad looking plants, hear what college horticulture professor Debbie Flower has to say.
 
Soil specialist Steve Zien says there’s a lot to like about clay soils, especially its water holding capacity. He has tips for managing clay soils.
 
And the Staff Pick of the week is a springtime show for the nose, Sweet Olive.

The Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred is the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new.

Welcome to Episode 18 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!

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A Succulent Bowl
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All About Succulent Care
Why Plant Leaves May Droop On a Hot Afternoon (they may not be thirsty!)
Staff Pick: Sweet Olive
How to Improve Clay Soil
Things to Do in the Garden This Week