Welcome back to In the Garden with Flower Hill Farm, where we dig deep into the beauty, challenges, and joy of gardening! Join Nicole from Flower Hill Farm as she shares her passion for plants, flowers, and the stories that grow alongside them. Each episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and real talk from one of the most colorful gardens. Powered by Botanical Interests, your trusted source for exceptional seeds and gardening wisdom. Whether you're crafting your first garden plan or dreaming up a full landscape makeover, this show is your reminder to slow down, sketch out your ideas, and reconnect with the joy of growing.
In this episode, Nicole sits down with her friend and mentor, Dr. Allan Armitage, a renowned plantsman, educator, author, and one of the most trusted voices in horticulture, to ask one big question: are we overthinking gardening?
With decades of experience and a refreshingly down-to-earth approach, Dr. Armitage shares why gardening doesn’t need to be complicated to be successful. Drawing from his book The Common Sense Gardener, Nicole and Dr. Armitage talk about making gardening more accessible, less technical, and a whole lot more fun.
Together, they dig into what first-time gardeners should really focus on, the answer may surprise you, how experienced gardeners can simplify their approach, and why confidence matters just as much as know-how. They also touch on cut flower gardening, learning through trial and error, and embracing the joy of growing, even when things don’t go perfectly.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by rules, trends, or expert advice, this episode is a must-listen reminder that gardening should feel intuitive, rewarding, and enjoyable.
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