PlantStories: The Modern, the old, and the crazy in between!

Jul 23 2021 57 ep. 31 mins 23
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Here at PlantStories, we want to tell the stories about all different types of plants, their uses, and their application to us in the modern world. We are going to cover everything from poisons to houseplants, so stay tuned!

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Season 6: Garden Flowers- Daffodils: That Which Cometh Early

Jul 23 2021 31 mins  
A most famous flower hailing from Europe that is often used to represent a budding spring, Daffodils have been a staple decorative flower. With little to no healing properties, it is somewhat surprising that this trumpet shaped bulb broke through the scene, but it's strength of will during cold seasons had made it a symbol of hope and prosperity. Join us today as we discuss the daf

Season 6: Garden Flowers- Pansy: A Flower For Your Thoughts

Jun 16 2021 32 mins  
When you think of garden plants, one of the first plants that probably comes to mind is the Garden Pansy, a three toned flower that often adorns outdoor landscaping spaces and Lowes stores. And you'd be right to think that, because this flower has been bred for years as a beautiful addition to many home gardens and the subject of many myths. Come listen to us talk today about the P

Season 6: Garden Flowers- Allium: Poofy Garlic Balls

Jun 09 2021 24 mins  
Allium is one of the more under rated garden flowers. Great for yards with lots of grass and greenery, Allium can add a pop of color into any garden. It's related to a plant that I personally love, Garlic! Come join us today as we discuss Allium.Allium is a super cute flower that often gets pushed to the side in favor of more typical plants. All different and sizes and colors, this

Season 6: Garden Flowers- Dahlias: The Floral Jewel of Central America

May 26 2021 33 mins  
Dahlias are often revered for their great beauty. With their tall stocks and shockingly beautiful flowers, they are well known for being a very popular wedding and garden flower. Finding their exact history proves to be a little bit more of a challenge.Initially hailing from Central America, the Dahlia was a popular flower for native populations of the area for many years. Although

Season 6: Garden Flowers- Anemone: Not Just a Sea Creature

Apr 27 2021 30 mins  
Most people know about the Sea Anemone (how could you not if you've watched Finding Nemo), but they've gotten their name from the beautiful terrestrial Anemone. Also known as the WindFlower, this is a flower that can open and close it's "petals". Join us as we take a look at the beautiful bright anemone!Anemones are known for their varied and amazing color variety. Used in gardens

Season 6: Garden Flowers- Roses: La Vie En Rose

Apr 20 2021 40 mins  
Welcome to our latest season of PlantStories, Garden Flowers! In an effort to reconnect with Spring, we're looking at some of the world's most famous garden flowers and what they mean to us. Up first is the Rose. The most classic of all flowers, it's been with us longer than most people can remember and has stood the test of time when it comes to representing flowers everywhere.So

Season 5: Alcohol and Friends- Wine: A Love Affair with An Ancient Fruit

Apr 05 2021 47 mins  
You might think that you know everything about wine. But if our alcohol season has taught me anything, it's that nothing is like I remember it. Made from a plant who's beginnings are much older than you might imagine, wine is a beverage we've been indulging in for thousands of years. Join us this week as we talk about wine in our season finale!Wine is well known for it's associatin

Season 5: Alcohol and Friends- Sake: Made with the Yeast of The East

Mar 22 2021 38 mins  
Maybe you've had some of that strong sake at your local Japanese restaurant. Maybe you weren't a huge fan. But like many other alcohols we've covered, there's so much more to sake than that. It's been around for almost as long as rice and has a pretty intriuiging path to creation. Come have a drink with us as we talk about sake.Sake is primarily made from rice, which is one of the

Season 5: Alcohol and Friends- Vodka: The Water of the Russians

Mar 15 2021 41 mins  
Ah, vodka. Clearly the most malable and, I might argue, widely used distilled liquor. Born in Eastern Europe, it has spread the world to become one of the most desirable drinks around. But really, at what cost? Join us today as we figure out just what vodka's been doing in it's international travels.Vodka is world renouned for it's ability to make a fabulous cocktail, be made cheap

Season 5: Alcohol and Friends- Gin: Juniper in the Limelight

Mar 08 2021 35 mins  
Gin is an especially botanical beverage, it's major selling point boasting the use of Juniper to make for a tasty beverage. So where did it come from, and how did the famous Gin and Tonic come about? Join us today as we talk about Gin, a European beverage infused with the taste of a strange conifer.Juniper berries aren't really berries. Shocking I know. So what are they, and why do