He INVENTED the SUPERTUNIA! A Sit Down with Ushio Sakazakai, Plant Breeder Extraordinaire

While on a work trip to Southern Brasil, Ushio Sakazakai noticed some wild petunias growing in a unique way.  Instead of growing up, they were growing out.  Way out.  He took some seeds back home to Japan and eventually developed the plant we all know and love, the Supertunia!On this episode of the Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat podcast,Janey was able to sit down with the famed plant breeder to have a discussion about how supertunias, superbenas and superbells came about, his work with Proven Winners and the importance of keeping plants somewhat wild for the consumer.To find more of Ushio’s creations, check out the Proven Winners websiteLove what you’re hearing? Make sure to check out DPWR on YouTube!YouTube ChannelStoreInstagramDig, Plant, Water, Repeat is produced in association with Caloroga Shark Media. Hear other shows from Caloroga Shark along with subscription info and Merch with free shipping here!

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Welcome to the gardening podcast, "Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat" – Join Janey Santos and her passion for gardening as she aims to help your garden grow too! From her home and vibrant garden in Northern California, gardening is not just her hobby; it's her way of life.Janey will take you into her garden, sharing personal insights and expert advice to guide you in nurturing your own slice of nature. Whether this is your first spring or you've spent a lifetime in the soil, she’s going to delve into all aspects of gardening together. Janey is here to help you select the perfect plants, prepare the best soil mixes, choose the right fertilizers, and uncover the myriad of tips and tricks for creating a stunning garden, both indoors and out.Janey will be joined by experts from every gardening discipline – from nursery owners to professional landscapers – to share their knowledge and inspire you to get your hands dirty. At "Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat," her goal is simple: to encourage everyone to embrace the joy of gardening and have a great time doing it!Janey is constantly learning and wants to share all that she discovers with you, celebrating successes and learning from failures together. So, if you're picking up a trowel for the first time or you're an experienced gardener looking to share in the love of the grow, join Janey and cultivate something beautiful together.Make sure to follow "Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you love to listen to your podcasts! Janey’s gardening adventure begins April 1st – let’s grow a greener world together, one plant at a time.