Growing a Greener World
Season 11
A series featuring the people, organizations, and events that are making a difference and influencing others to better stewardship of the environment we all share.
Where to Watch Growing a Greener World • Season 11
13 Episodes
- A Day in the Life at the GardenFarm
E1A Day in the Life at the GardenFarmAs we embarked on our 11th season, life changed overnight. Not being able to safely travel the country meant we had the opportunity to do more filming at the Growing a Greener World GardenFarm™ and other nearby locations. With a lot more time at home this year, our host and creator, Joe Lamp’l, takes you behind-the-scenes to experience a real day in the life at his personal and TV garden while he gets caught up on some planting and gardening projects. - The Foodscape Revolution
E2The Foodscape RevolutionIn this episode we visit Brie Arthur in her garden where we explore foodscaping – or edible landscaping. Brie is the author of the book, Foodscape Revolution, so we couldn’t think of a better way to demonstrate this concept than visiting her own foodscape garden. - More Than Just a Seed: Protecting its Past and Preserving its Future
E3More Than Just a Seed: Protecting its Past and Preserving its FutureHave you ever stopped to think about those littles seeds that become the plants you grow and love? A seed is how everything in a garden begins. This year, the pandemic caused gardeners to buy seeds at a record pace. Because of this, seed companies across the nation and even the world sold out of seeds as gardeners everywhere sought to expand their gardens or start vegetable gardens for the first time. - Growing to Give – The Story of First Fruits Farm and Wise Farmer BrownE4
Growing to Give – The Story of First Fruits Farm and Wise Farmer BrownWhen Jason Brown walked away from a multi-million dollar NFL contract to be a farmer, he didn’t even know how to farm. Yet, two things were certain. He would learn to farm, and as he did, he’d give away the first fruits of every harvest to those in need. - Growing the Next Generation of Gardeners
E5Growing the Next Generation of GardenersThis week on Growing a Greener World, we explore the critical mission of growing the next generation of gardeners by instilling a love of gardening in children. My passion for gardening began when I was a child as it does for many gardeners. The turning point for me came after accidentally breaking off a branch from my parents’ favorite shrub. I panicked and jammed the broken branch into the ground. A few weeks later, I went back to check on it. To my surprise and relief, that branch had taken root. From that moment on, I was hooked on horticulture. That defining moment was literally life-changing! Whether children discover the magic of plants on their own like I did, or they are taught by an adult, exposing children to gardening at a young age can instill a newfound passion to last a lifetime. - Urban Victory Gardens ProjectE6
Urban Victory Gardens ProjectAs the resurgence of victory gardens are springing up across the country, we explore urban communities looking for new ways to grow their own food and give back to those in need. One organization – The Peterson Garden Project in Chicago – not only sets up community gardens in big-city neighborhoods but also teaches people how to grow their own food. This historical Chicago victory garden is not just about growing food but also growing communities. The Peterson Garden Project is building gardeners rather than gardens, and their success is amazing and inspiring. - Learning to Prune Like a Pro In Your Own Home Landscape
E7Learning to Prune Like a Pro In Your Own Home LandscapeWhen we, as gardeners, devote our efforts to promoting plant health and vigor, pruning seems counterintuitive. Yet cutting the growth off of a plant to encourage more growth is exactly the right approach. Pruning plants and trees can often be an intimidating process, but it doesn’t have to be. Follow along in this episode as we spend a day with a professional pruning guru and learn some key tips to take the fear out of pruning. Along the way, you’ll also gain a better understanding of the what, when, where, and why behind making the right cut. - Urban and Community Gardening Heroes
E8Urban and Community Gardening HeroesThere’s an enormous swell in the number of people learning to garden and grow their own food. Yet, many lack the space for a garden – or so it might seem. This is where unique urban gardens and community gardens can play a big role. In this episode, we revisit some of the great urban and community gardening heroes that we’ve met in past seasons. These are people who are making gardening more accessible to all – no matter the boundaries or limitations. We also look at how some urban gardeners have found creative ways to grow fresh food for themselves and others without a garden or soil. - Expanding Your Food Garden By Growing Fruit
E9Expanding Your Food Garden By Growing FruitThe first step for most new food gardeners is the addition of a few vegetable and herb plants. Yet once they’re hooked, the desire to grow more and different plants and varieties grows as well. From the classic food garden, this episode takes home gardeners to the next step – growing fruit. - Container Gardening Anywhere: What to Know Before You Grow
E10Container Gardening Anywhere: What to Know Before You GrowThis week, we present an encore episode that’s all about container gardening. We can all appreciate the beauty of colorful containers of plants and flowers to dress up any space. As simple as potting up a few plants can be, the best arrangements are achieved through techniques professional designers use to create stunning combinations. - Creating Paradise Through a Shared Passion for Gardening
E11Creating Paradise Through a Shared Passion for GardeningGardening is a passion many of us share. But when gardeners share that passion with their life partner, it’s gardening paradise. In this episode, you’ll meet one Atlanta couple who has been creating paradise in their own home garden for over 30 years. - Making More Plants By Propagating Your Garden
E12Making More Plants By Propagating Your GardenMaking more plants through simple propagation techniques is one of the most fun, productive and inexpensive ways to grow your garden and expand your knowledge. Propagating plants is a simple process; however, the mystique behind the practice prevents many gardeners from trying to do it themselves. Join GGW gardening correspondent and plant propagation expert, Brie Arthur, as she and host, Joe Lamp’l, show you some of their tips for successfully making more plants from your very own garden. Brie’s extensive experience as a horticulturist and professional plant propagator has given her a wealth of experience and knowledge that she shares with us in this episode. - Gardening to Feed Our Souls and Nourish Our NeighborsE13
Gardening to Feed Our Souls and Nourish Our NeighborsThis week, we feature stories that teach us that even in the most challenging times, we can turn to gardening to feed our souls and nourish those around us who are in need. When the COVID-19 crisis began and the country went on lockdown, “connection” is what many of us missed the most. Visiting family, meeting up with friends, traveling, or even just going to the farmers market – all of that had to be put on hold for the safety of everyone. We all had more time at home than ever before this year. A lot of people looked to their garden as a refuge and a way to heal their bodies, comfort their hearts, and feed their families. Many even started gardening for the first time. It’s true that we’re all in this together, but it’s also true that most of us never felt more alone than we did at certain times in 2020. A beautiful garden