• Banned Beauties & Garden Color Planning E:13
    Mar 23 2026

    Why have some incredibly beautiful plants, like burning bush, been banned in Minnesota? We explore why and discuss native alternatives to plant instead. This week we are also doing a deep dive into how to plan your garden around color palettes and texture variety.

    Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota.

    Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com

    Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Book a consultation: ⁠⁠petalnplot.com⁠⁠

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.


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    34 mins
  • Carrots & Starting Vegetable Seeds E:12
    Mar 16 2026

    The humble carrot has a wild past, ancient Afghan roots, poisonous look-alikes, and a World War 11 propaganda myth that still survives today. Not sure which vegetables to start inside and which are better off being directly sewn into you garden? This week we are talking about the best ways to start vegetable seeds.

    Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota.

    Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com

    Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Book a consultation: ⁠petalnplot.com⁠

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.

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    37 mins
  • Maple Syruping & Garden Tool Care E:11
    Mar 9 2026

    It's time to tap our Maple trees here in Minnesota so this week we're exploring the history and science behind making Maple Syrup, something everyone can do, even if you only have a tree or two. And we are doing a deep dive into how to clean, care for, and revive your garden tools to get ready for spring gardening to keep them lasting and in good shape for years to come.

    Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.




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  • Zinnias & Annual Seed Starting E:10
    Mar 1 2026

    From Mexican grasslands to blooming aboard the International Space Station, the week we are talking about Zinnias, including their shared history with the elusive color blue. Have you started getting your seeds ready for this season? This episode breaks down how to start annual flowers so that they look garden-center worthy by planting time.

    Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.



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    31 mins
  • Strawberries and Roses & Garden Planning E:9
    Feb 19 2026

    This week we uncover the the shared anatomy of Strawberries and Roses, the wild truth about what a strawberry really is, and the deep history that links these two iconic plants to Valentine's Day. Thinking of planning a new garden or redoing your garden this year? We are walking through how to plan a garden in phases and plan for a future garden that grows into the perfect garden for your space.

    Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.


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    32 mins
  • Lavender & Garden Design E:8
    Feb 9 2026

    How did the fields of lavender, that once only grew around the Mediterranean, make their way to farms in Minnesota? Tune in to follow their fragrant trail. This week we are also talking about choosing a garden style- based on your site, your preferences, and how to make a garden design that caters to both.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.




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    34 mins
  • Seed Adventures & Perennials from Seed E:7
    Feb 1 2026

    Have you ever wondered what the biggest seed on earth is? How about the smallest? This week we tell you the adventurous true tales of coconuts and orchids. And we're going on a deep dive into best practices for how to plant perennials from seed and what to expect throughout the process

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.



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    32 mins
  • Hosta History & Designing in the Winter E:6
    Jan 26 2026

    This week we bring you the history of the humble hosta and dig into garden designing in the winter- no blooms, no pressure, just structure, ideas, and big garden dreams.

    Please note: Eating foraged plants should only be done by experts, eating foraged plants may result in being poisoned. While the edibility of plants is discussed in this podcast, you should not consume foraged plants or mushrooms without the in-person advice from an expert.

    The Petal & Plot Pod features seasonal plant origin stories and seasonal garden tips. Hosted by Aneesa Adams and Eric Ketchum, owners of Petal & Plot Garden Design in Minnesota. Email garden questions to: petalnplot@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @petalnplot

    Theme music by Mia Calhan Burgstede and CB Compton.




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    29 mins