Garden Home Tips from P. Allen Smith

This Week on P. Allen Smith Gardens: Unique Garden Spaces

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:48:00 PST

In this week's episode of P. Allen Smith Gardens we'll visit unique garden spaces, learn about orchids and hydrangeas and test out a recipe for roasted chicken and potatoes.

Allen's Journal: Holiday Orchids

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:48:00 PST

One of my best kept secrets for easy holiday decorating is the orchid. It is not unusual for this carefree houseplant to bloom for a month or more so it’s the perfect choice for arrangements during the hectic weeks ahead.

NBC TODAY Show Appearance this Friday

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:48:00 PST

Before you put away your garden trowel, consider planting bulbs for spring color. I'll appear on the NBC TODAY Show this coming Friday to share a few tips on how to plant tulips, daffodils and other spring flowering bulbs.

Chocolate Walnut Torte with Chocolate Orange Ganache

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 05:48:00 PDT

This is a very rich, chocolate dessert that will satisfy the cravings of even the most passionate chocoholic. It's a dense cake best served the day after baking when the chocolate has had a chance to mellow.

Readers' Choice: Keep It or Compost It?

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 06:09:00 PDT

It was a close vote, but the winner of the October Readers' Choice poll is about which frost tender plants you can winter over and which ones should be discarded. Here is a list of 10 plants that prompt the perennial question, Should I keep it or compost it?

Orchid Punch Bowl Arrangement

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:09:00 PDT

Whether simply slipped into a cache pot or combined with other houseplants, Orchids are a stylish way to add a touch of nature to my home's decor.

Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:09:00 PDT

Hot chicken pot pie fresh from the oven is one the best comfort foods on a chilly autumn afternoon. With this recipe you can throw everything in a crock pot and forget it until it's time to make the crust.

A Tale of Two Farms

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:09:00 PDT

Food lovers, rejoice. The Capital Hotel is bringing Blackberry Farm to central Arkansas and the Garden Home Retreat.

Dramatic Tulip Container

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:09:00 PDT

When it comes to growing spring flowering bulbs my motto is plant with abundance. In this week's Journal I'll show you how to pot up a container garden packed with dramatic maroon tulips.

Kid's Project: Growing Daffodils for your School

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:09:00 PDT

Pots of daffodils can translate into pots of gold for your child's school or favorite organization. With this project kids can learn about the value of a dollar while discovering the wonderful daffodil.

Top Shrubs for Fall Performance

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:09:00 PDT

Fall is no longer just a transition to winter. New plant introductions that peak during autumn have transformed these months into a third growing season. Shrubs are at the top of the list for standout choices in the fall garden.

Allen's Mailbox: Epsom Salt

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:00:00 PDT

Read Allen's answer to a question about how much Epsom salt to use in your garden.

Drought Tolerant Plants

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:00:00 PDT

Drought tolerant plants aren't just for gardeners in areas with low rainfall. They are also the best choice for those who are looking for low maintenance plants, as well as those who like to garden in containers or just like to conserve water. Here is a list of 10 great plants that are drought tolerant and gorgeous!

Trash Can Compost Bin

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 07:50:00 PDT

This compost bin is just the right size for small spaces; it has a lid to keep out the critters and it’s easy to maneuver around the garden.

Allen's Mailbox: Dividing Garden Amaryllis

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 06:26:00 PDT

In mild winter climates gardeners grow amaryllis in their gardens. Amaryllis will naturalize and need to be divided periodically. Learn when and how to do it in this Question and Answer format article.

Blossom End Rot on Tomatoes

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 06:26:00 PDT

Blossom end rot results in malformed, rotted tomatoes. Learn how you can prevent this disease in this article.

P. Allen Smith's Bringing the Garden Indoors

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 05:59:00 PDT

Read all about it! My latest book in the Garden Home series is now available wherever books are sold. It is called, Bringing the Garden Indoors and the title says it all. It is packed with ideas for adding the beauty of nature to every room of your home.

The Garden Home Retreat

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 05:59:00 PDT

For several years now I have been touting the idea of the garden home, a place that blurs the lines between indoors and out, expanding our living space into the garden and our garden into our homes. The Garden Home Retreat is my expression of this concept.

About P. Allen Smith

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 05:59:00 PDT

P. Allen Smith is an award-winning garden designer and host of the public television program, P. Allen Smith's Garden Home and the syndicated 30-minute show P. Allen Smith Gardens. He has emerged as America's most recognized and respected garden design expert, providing ideas and inspiration through multiple media venues.