The Shade Gardening Podcast

Quiet Water, Wild Life: Building Ponds in Shady Gardens Can you really have a pond in full shade? Absolutely—and it might be one of the best things you ever do for your garden. In this episode, we slow things right down...

This week in the shade garden, we’re taking a gentle stroll through the conversations that lit up the Facebook group—from clay soil challenges and shifting light after tree loss, to hosta care, Fatsia fascination, and...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we’re rethinking what it means for a plant to “perform.” If you’ve ever looked at a shady border and wondered why something isn’t flowering—or if a once-thriving plant has...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we’re pulling back the mulch literally and taking a closer look at weed fabric. It promises a weed-free garden, but more often delivers frustration, failing plants, and...

What gives a garden that gentle, flowing feel—the kind that draws you in and makes you want to stay awhile? In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we explore the art of designing with softness in shaded spaces...

Got a sloping patch of shade that’s more problem than planting space? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, Marcus explores one of the trickiest garden challenges: shady slopes. Whether...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we step away from the garden beds and head into the world of garden centres, nurseries, and plant fairs. Marcus shares the real-life challenges of hunting for shade-loving...

Look Up! Climbers, Walls, and the Hidden Vertical Garden Description: In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we’re shifting our gaze from ground level to the often-forgotten vertical spaces in our gardens...

When you think of ornamental grasses, you probably picture them basking in full sun—rippling across prairie borders or swaying in golden meadows. But what about in the shade? In this episode of The Shade Gardening...

Got a dark, awkward patch in your garden that feels like nothing will grow? Don’t write it off just yet. In this episode, we’re embracing the quiet magic of deep shade and sharing how even the gloomiest corners can...

Hydrangeas in shade? Absolutely. In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we're focusing on how to care for these beloved flowering shrubs in those cooler, lower-light areas of your garden. Spring is the perfect...

Deer-Resistant Shade Gardening – What Actually Works? Description: If you’ve ever planted something in your shade garden only to find it nibbled to the ground the next morning, you’re not alone! In this episode of The...

Struggling to garden under pine trees? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we tackle a common challenge faced by gardeners—improving poor soil under mature trees without disturbing their...

Is that plant truly invasive, or is it just a vigorous grower in the right conditions? In this special episode, we’re tackling the most common questions from The Shade Gardening Facebook Group about so-called ‘invasive’...

Spring Awakening – Essential Tasks to Revive Your Shade Garden Spring is stirring, and it’s time to wake up your shade garden! In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we’re diving into the essential early spring...

Episode 2: Unlocking the Secrets of Shade – Understanding Light and Choosing the Right Plants Not all shade is the same! In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we dive into the different types of shade—dappled...

The Shade Gardening Podcast is back—with a fresh start! In this episode, Marcus reintroduces the podcast with a new focus: practical advice, inspiring plant choices, and design tips to transform even the trickiest shady...

Episode Title: Winter Prep for Shade Gardens: Essential Tips to Protect Your Plants As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, it’s time to prepare your shade garden for the winter months ahead. In this episode...

Welcome back to The Shade Gardening Podcast! In this episode, we’re tackling one of the trickiest gardening challenges—damp, shaded areas that tend to stay wet after rainfall or remain boggy throughout the season. These...

Welcome to The Shade Gardening Podcast! In this episode, we’ll explore how shade-loving groundcovers can transform your garden into a low-maintenance, vibrant space. Groundcovers are ideal for filling empty spots...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we explore how to add structure and height to your garden using architectural shade plants. These plants bring bold form and drama to low-light spaces, helping transform...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, host Marcus delves into one of the most exciting aspects of shade gardening—bringing vibrant, colourful blooms into those shaded areas of your garden. While shade gardens...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we’re addressing some of the most common challenges faced by shade gardeners, from dealing with compacted soil to managing pesky pests like slugs and snails. Marcus shares...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we explore plant selection for shade gardens, with a special focus on the versatile and colorful Heuchera, also known as Coral Bells. Marcus explains how to choose the...

In this episode of The Shade Gardening Podcast, we explore how to turn your shade garden into a haven for wildlife. Learn how to attract beneficial creatures like bees, butterflies, birds, and more with the right plants...