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Down The Garden Path Podcast

by Joanne Shaw

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October Gardening: What to Do, What to Leave Alone

October 7, 2026 · 16 min

Is October really the time to cut everything back and put the garden to bed? Not necessarily. In this episode, we've gathered some of Joanne's best tips for October in the garden. She shares why October can actually be one of the easiest…
Fall Rose Care: Pruning, Planting & Growing Tips with Cauleen Viscoff

October 1, 2026 · 33 min

Not sure what to do with your roses this fall? This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne is joined by master gardener and author Cauleen Viscoff to talk about making rose care a little less intimidating. They cover fall rose care, winter…
Native Ornamental Grasses for Your Garden

September 24, 2026 · 15 min

Have you considered adding native ornamental grasses to your garden? They're often overlooked but add colour, texture, and movement while providing food and shelter for birds and other wildlife. This week on the podcast, Joanne takes a…
Three Dwarf Hydrangeas for Small Gardens

September 16, 2026 · 20 min

Looking for a hydrangea that gives you plenty of colour without taking over your garden? This week on the podcast, Joanne shares three dwarf hydrangeas she has grown in her own garden: Fire Light Tidbit®, Little Lime Punch® and…
Fall Gardening: Is It Too Late to Plant?

September 10, 2026 · 10 min

Wondering what you can still get done in the garden before the season wraps up? This week on Down the Garden Path, Joanne explains why fall is still a great time to add compost, plant new perennials, divide and move existing plants, and…

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Buying Mums? Why Asters Are the Better Choice for Your Fall Garden

September 2, 2026 · 14 min

Thinking of buying mums for your fall garden? In this encore episode of Down the Garden Path, Joanne reviews the pros and cons of fall mums and shares why asters may be the better choice. Some of the topics covered in this week's…
How to Help Butterflies in Your Late-Summer Garden

August 26, 2026 · 17 min

Late August and early September are important times for migrating butterflies like monarchs, swallowtails, and painted ladies, and the plants in our gardens can make a real difference. This week, Joanne shares simple ways to support…
Tired of Hostas? Three Shade Plants That Add Height & Colour

August 11, 2026 · 15 min

Looking for something beyond hostas for your shade garden? This week, Joanne shares three standout shade-loving perennials that bring height, texture, colour, and serious foliage interest to darker garden spaces. Some of the topics…
Three Sun-Loving Perennials to Plant in August

August 5, 2026 · 13 min

Does your August garden need a fresh burst of colour? In this episode, Joanne shares three of her favourite white perennials for sunny spaces that add contrast, brighten the garden at dusk and keep blooming well into fall. Some of the…
What Does Your Garden Need This August?

July 30, 2026 · 33 min

What does your garden need this August? After the heat and stress of July, many lawns, containers, vegetables, shrubs and trees could use a little extra attention. In this episode, Joanne shares practical advice for watering, pruning…
Mid-Summer Tips for Your Lawn and Garden

July 15, 2026 · 23 min

In this mid-summer tips episode, Joanne answers some commonly asked questions about managing your lawn and garden. Some of the topics covered: Practical mid-season planting advice: You can still plant trees, shrubs, and perennials in…
What to Do in Your Garden in July

July 8, 2026 · 25 min

Wondering what to do in your garden in July? This week on the podcast, Joanne reviews the essential July garden tasks every gardener should know, including deadheading, weeding, pest control, smart watering, and summer lawn and vegetable…

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About the show

Join landscape designer Joanne Shaw for practical, down-to-earth tips, expert interviews, and seasonal advice to help you create a beautiful, low-maintenance garden.