Everything You Need To Know About Evergreens and Talking Tea With Debra Knapke | 67

Welcome to the 67th episode of the Gardening Simplified Radio Show! In this episode, hosts (Stacey Hirvela and Rick Vuyst) discuss the enduring appeal and practical benefits of evergreen trees, their role in landscaping, and why they're valuable all year round.

Learn about Castle Spire blue holly's unique features and discover clever ways to use bird activity for weed control. Find out how to efficiently shred leaves with a weed eater. In the Garden Mail segment, get expert advice on caring for Limelight hydrangeas and managing snow-laden shrubs during winter.

Special guest Deborah Knapke, The Garden Sage, shares her expertise on crafting herbal teas, highlighting the art of blending flavors and the benefits of homegrown herbs. Tune in to explore gardening tips and tricks from Stacey and Rick, making gardening simpler and more enjoyable for all.

00:00 - Episode 67 Introduction
01:11 - Evergreens Introduction
02:53 - Christmas Tree Syndrome
04:12 - Benefits of Evergreens
05:53 - An Evergreen Limerick
06:06 - Return on Investment
09:11 - Evergreen for Landscapes

09:52 - Plants on Trial: Castle Spire blue holly
14:55 - English Holly
17:12 - Characteristics of Castle Spire blue holly

20:23 - Gardening Questions and Answers
20:48 - S/O to Rick
22:58 - Weed Control with Birds
25:39 - Growing Limelight Hydrangeas
29:03 - Dealing with Snow-Loaded Shrubs

31:11 - Guest: Deborah Knapke, The Garden Sage
33:03 - Introduction and History of Herbal Teas (Tisane or Tea)
36:31 - Types of Teas
43:07 - Tea Brewing Tips: Fresh vs. Dried Herbs
45:42 - Time Lawn and Tea Box Introduction
50:45 - Herbal Tea Brewing
53:30 - Favorite Herb and Landscape Plant

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