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Garden America Saturday
Garden America is a leader in the garden advice industry, sharing scientific breakthroughs and new gardening ideas. As Southern California's #1 source of gardening for over 15 years, the now-national Garden America program is your source for the most current and relevant gardening information and products provided by expert purveyors of wonder. The radio show is hosted by Bryan Main, John Bagnasco & Tiger Palafox.
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Garden America SaturdayEasing Into Early Spring Gardening 012426
We’re back for a laid-back weekend garden hang, sharing plant talk, seasonal updates, and the small discoveries that show up when you slow down and pay…
Garden America SaturdayEdible and Exotic Trees with Tatiana Anderson [011026]
Listen in this episode as Tatiana Anderson of Top Tropicals joins the show to discuss tropical and subtropical plants. Based in Fort Myers, Florida, Tatiana…
Garden America SaturdayA New Year in the Garden [010326]
The new year begins with a calm return to the garden. In this episode of Garden America, John, Tiger, and Bryan settle back in after the holidays and talk…
Garden America SaturdayGrowing Into the New Year [12.27.2025]
After a week spent with family over Christmas, John, Tiger, and Bryan are back together, sharing stories, reflections, and the steady curiosity that always…
Garden America SaturdayGardening Talk at Tiger’s Pool House 121325
Youtube Video Podcast Episode: https://youtu.be/xhWwahhteBQ?si=hw0JQR7sA5z0maUA The Garden America Radio Show heads inside Tiger’s pool house for a casual…
Garden America SaturdayFrom Snow to Soil John’s Winter Takeaways 120625
John’s back in the Garden America studio after a winter trip to Idaho, and he’s sharing what he saw in a true cold-climate landscape. We talk frozen gardens…
Garden America SaturdayBack in the Garden Bryan and Tiger Live [112925]
Video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/5bKfP_o6OSw?si=OmwmjuidvXWmkB4X Bryan and Tiger return after the Thanksgiving break for a laid-back Garden America episode…
Garden America SaturdayThanksgiving Week Garden Chat with Bryan and Tiger [112225]
Video of this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/84DMstlK6xw?si=Y9LeTHaRcTcjV225 The Thanksgiving week episode is now available to listen to! Bryan and Tiger…
Garden America SaturdaySoil, Rain, and Real Talk - Garden Buddies Live [11.15.2025]
The Garden Buddies are back with a new episode recorded from John’s home library as the first winter rains hit California. John, Bryan, and Tiger break down…
Garden America SaturdayGarden Buddies Live from Tiger’s Backyard [110125]
Join our gardening podcast and radio show, Garden America, LIVE every Saturday from 8-10 AM Pacific Time on Facebook. Tune in to ask questions, converse with…
Garden America SaturdayLive at California Coastal Rose Society’s Show & Auction [10.25.2025]
John and Tiger streamed the show from the California Coastal Rose Society’s Rare and Unusual Rose Show and Auction in Oceanside. No regular studio broadcast…

Garden America SaturdayFall Garden Cleanup, Planting, and Cool-Weather Prep [100425]
Watch Your Garden Buddies broadcasting from Tiger’s home garden. In this episode, John, Bryan, and Tiger dig into fall garden cleanup, late-season planting…
Garden America SaturdayPlant Talk, Garden Wisdom, and Your Questions [092725]
YOUTUBE video podcast: https://youtu.be/f8rgSxMMWXQ?si=vmai7e4ID_eSdIpv Watch Your Garden Buddies broadcasting from Tiger’s home garden. The show blends lively…
Garden America SaturdayLive from Tiger’s Garden Fall Gardening Insights [092025]
The Garden America team dives into fall gardening in this week’s podcast from Tiger’s garden. John, Bryan, and Tiger discuss seasonal topics like pruning…
Garden America SaturdayLive From Tiger's Backyard Garden [091325]
YOUTUBE link to video podcast: https://youtu.be/5eQomhk-xdE?si=cY3RZlz7NVEQFmF8 Your Garden Buddies are back with their first-ever broadcast from Tiger’s home…
Garden America SaturdayAutumn Rose Care Tips & Tricks [090625]
YOUTUBE VIDEO episode: https://youtu.be/mF9uYm6AY20?si=d9iYOIvjZKKeU6Ql Labor Day may be behind us, but rose season in California is far from over. September…
Garden America SaturdayLabor Day Weekend Gardening Talk [083025]
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Garden America SaturdayLow Chill Cherry Trees with Ed Laivo [082325]
Garden America welcomes back Ed Laivo, a guest with more than thirty five years of horticultural expertise. Ed has held leadership roles at Dave Wilson…
Garden America SaturdayMid-August Gardening Harvests, Surprises, and Fresh Tips [08.16.2025]
As mid-August settles in, gardeners everywhere are harvesting, catching their breath, and spotting nature’s odd surprises. From thriving tomatoes to bolting…
Garden America SaturdayLate Summer Planting Starts Now [08.02.2025]
In this episode, your favorite garden buddies return after a short summer break as they broadcast live from the beautiful Mission Hills Nursery. Surrounded by…
Garden America SaturdaySummer Gardening Strategies & Seasonal Maintenance [6.21.25]
[ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-6AWBzj_du0 ]The latest garden chat is now available to watch. Whether you're an experienced grower or just starting…
Garden America SaturdayPlanting Strategies & Seasonal Maintenance [061425]
A new phone system is being installed at the studio, so there is no guest this week. But the Garden America team is still here with helpful advice and plenty…
Garden America SaturdayCultivating Fruits & Vegetables at Home with Ed Laivo [6.7.25]
Garden America was thrilled to welcome back one of its favorite guests, Ed Laivo. With more than thirty-five years of hands-on horticultural expertise, Ed has…
Garden America SaturdaySoil Health & Sustainable Gardening with Corey Hansen [051025]
In this episode, Corey Hansen, Western Region Sales Representative for FoxFarm Soil and Fertilizer Company, joins us to talk about soil health, composting, and…
Garden America SaturdayHerbacides & What They Do with Andrew Dannanberger [5.3.25]
Andrew Dannenberger, Senior Regional Sales Manager for Ferti-lome and horticulture expert with over 35 years of experience, joins us to talk herbicides. From…
Garden America SaturdayPublic Garden Design & Magnolias with Andrew Bunting [041925]
In this episode, we welcomed Andrew Bunting, Vice President of Horticulture at the Philadelphia Horticultural Society. With over 27 years of experience at…
Garden America SaturdayThis Year's Must Grow Flower with Peggy Anne Montgomery [04.12.2025]
Join our gardening podcast and radio show Garden America LIVE every Saturday from 8-10 AM Pacific Time on Facebook. Tune in to ask questions, converse with…
Garden America SaturdayWarm Weather Growing Tips & Exotic Roses [04.05.25]
In this past episode, the Garden America team went live on Facebook to tackle your spring gardening questions and share expert tips. From making the most of…
Garden America SaturdayGardening for Abundance with Brian Brigantti [3.29.25]
This weekend, we had the joy of sitting down with gardener, educator, and author Brian Brigantti for a heartfelt conversation about the deeper joys of growing…
Garden America SaturdaySuperpower Plants with David Domoney [3.22.25]
Join us as we chat with expert horticulturist and TV personality David Domoney about his new book, Plants with Superpowers. With over 40 years of experience…
Garden America SaturdayAll Things On Growing Orchids [3.8.25]
The Santa Barbara Orchid Show took place this week, showcasing a stunning variety of orchids from around the world. In this episode, Garden America dives into…
Garden America SaturdayOutdoor Lighting with Tori Moreyra [3.1.25]
Watch Our Exclusive Interview with Tori Moreyra from Pampa Lighting This week, we sit down with Tori Moreyra, founder of Pampa Lighting, to discuss how their…
Garden America SaturdayNative Plant Magic with Linda Beeman [02.22.2025]
In this episode of the Garden America Radio Show, Linda Beeman, author of A Whidbey Botanical, shares her passion for the native plants of Whidbey Island…
Garden America SaturdayGardening Tips & Tricks Q&A [02.15.25]
In this episode, your garden buddies John, Bryan, and Tiger focused on answering listener-submitted gardening questions. From planting tips and pest control to…
Garden America SaturdayAbrupt Weather Impacts on Gardens [02.01.2025]
[originally recorded 02.01.2025] In this episode, your garden buddies John, Bryan, and Tiger dive into the recent rain in Southern California and the sudden…
Garden America SaturdayFire Prevention Landscapes with Greg Rubin
Greg Rubin, President and Founder of California’s Own Native Landscape Design, Inc., has been working with California native plants since 1985. With over 700…
Garden America SaturdayPest Control Tips with Doug Dufur
Catch the latest episode featuring Doug's Bug Company, San Diego's trusted pest control experts with over 40 years of combined experience. Doug Dufur, the…
Garden America SaturdayOrnamental Grass Tips With Karen Parke
On this week’s Garden America Radio Show, Karen Parke from Moosa Creek Nursery shared her expertise on ornamental grasses, captivating listeners with her…
Garden America SaturdayGardening Resolutions For The New Year
Welcome back, garden friends! In this week’s episode, your refreshed Garden America team shared their post-holiday gardening plans and heard from viewers about…
Garden America SaturdayCyclamen Gardening... Tips with Matt Mattus
Join us for an inspiring interview with Matt Mattus, Senior Director of Horticulture for the American Horticultural Society and author of "Mastering the Art of…
Garden America SaturdayHoliday Gift Ideas with a Green Twist-Propagating Roses
This week’s Garden America show is about holiday gift ideas with a green twist, perfect for gardeners and plant lovers alike. We explore creative and practical…
Garden America SaturdayFRUIT TREE TIPS WITH ED LAIVO
Ed Laivo has been the sales and marketing director for Dave Wilson Nursery, Four Winds Growers, and Burchell Nursery. He has over thirty-five years of…