What is a land race? How is promiscuous pollination different from open pollinated? How do you maintain diversity over multiple seasons? Can a land race be scaled down successfully to flourish in a home garden? Does Joseph Lofthouse sing beautifully? All this and so much more in this episode of Song and Plants!

Opening tune: Solanaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Awesome links:

https://goingtoseed.org/

https://lofthouse.com/

What is the secret to delicious hot sauce? Hot peppers or chilies? How many species of Capsicum are cultivated for their spicy fruits? What qualities are worth seeking when purchasing a grow light? These questions answered and so much more as the ChilliChump shares the spicy details about all things Capsicum!

Opening tune: Solanaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Shaun (ChilliChump) connections:

main page: https://chillichump.com/

seed shop: https://chillichumpseeds.com/

awesome software: https://seedsio.com/

videos: https://www.youtube.com/chillichump

Craig LeHoullier shares profound insights into the world of tomato growing, breeding and tasting!

Opening tune: Solanaceae by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Craig LeHoullier's Links:

Craig's website and blog: https://www.craiglehoullier.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nctomatoman/

https://victoryseeds.com/

In this episode we take a shallow dive into wetland terminology!

Intro tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Resources:

http://www.wetlandpolicy.ca

https://www.ducks.ca/

https://www.merriam-webster.com/

In this episode Andrew Millison shares some his knowledge and adventures. His extensive travels and teaching experience give him unique insights into the workings of water systems.

Opening music: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Linking up with Andrew Millison:

Andrew's website: https://www.andrewmillison.com/

Andrew's awesome YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgb_TbreMgfDdLKkr4yYJHw

Permaculture Water Summit: https://permaculturesummit.online/

Oregon State University Permaculture Design Course: https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/osu-permaculture-design

What are beneficial ways of keeping water onsite to build a lush habitat for humans and wildlife? How can you locate the best spot to construct a pond in your landscape? What indicators can give hints about existing subterranean water systems? When is the best time to shape your land for water retention?

From cold plunges, land regeneration, habitat diversification, climate resilience, soundscape enhancement to intense beauty and entertainment, water nurtures living systems. In this episode Ben Falk of Whole Systems Design shares profound insights into the workings and wonders of water systems!

Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

To contact Ben Falk, see more of his glorious work, register for courses or order his brilliant book (The Resilient Farm and Homestead):

https://www.wholesystemsdesign.com/

What is forest beer? How can you collect a yeast starter from the wild? Can lacto-fermentation be successful with little to no brine?

We are surrounded by wild food! In this episode Pascal Baudar shares profound insights into the world of wildcrafting cuisine. His knowlege regarding traditional preservation methods, combined with his passion for flavour, kindles creative and exciting ways to make use of abundant, invasive plants!

Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Pascal Baudar:

The forager and courses: https://www.urbanoutdoorskills.com

His pottery: https://www.pascalbaudarceramics.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pascalbaudar/

https://www.instagram.com/wildcraftedceramics/

How are nettles prepared and eaten traditionally? Which are some tasty wild water plants and what considerations insure safe harvest? How can learning the plant families facilitate developing identification skills and expand culinary possibilities?

Alan Bergo explores foraging and the incredible culinary potential of wild plants!

Opening tune: Waterplant Waltz by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)

Alan Bergo amazing website:

https://foragerchef.com/

Alan Bergo's book 'Flora' in Sam Thayer's shop:

https://www.foragersharvest.com/store/c2/Books