Granite State Gardening · University of New Hampshire Cooperative Extension

Compost, Paperbark Maples & Victory Gardens

·1 hr 1 min·5 clips

Discover how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped gardening and the revival of Victory Gardens in this new UNH podcast.

This inaugural episode of Granite State Gardening introduces a new research-based horticulture podcast from UNH Extension. Co-hosts Nate and Emma Erler, both extension educators, aim to provide proven gardening advice to listeners. The episode broadly covers how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected gardening and the historical concept of Victory Gardens. Emma Erler shares her long-standing personal interest in gardening, which began by helping her mother with vegetable and flower beds. She mentions still owning houseplants she started during elementary school. Her professional background includes working as a horticulturist at several public gardens on the East Coast. The hosts emphasize their commitment to using research-based information to solve gardening problems and teach through various media. They directly solicit listener feedback on topic preferences and the complexity of information shared. A key insight is the hosts' focus on meeting gardeners at their individual skill levels, whether beginner or advanced. Emma reveals her career shift from public garden horticulture to extension work, driven by a stronger passion for education. The episode frames modern gardening efforts, potentially spurred by the pandemic, within the historical context of community-focused Victory Gardens. The promise to highlight specific master gardeners and their Victory Gardens suggests a community-oriented perspective. The tone is welcoming, educational, and conversational, establishing a friendly rapport between the co-hosts. The style is introductory, clearly outlining the podcast's mission and inviting audience participation. This episode is ideal for New England gardeners seeking reliable, university-backed gardening guidance and those interested in the social history of gardening. Listeners preferring deep dives into specific horticultural techniques may find this introductory overview too broad.

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