Let’s Talk About Rare and Endangered Plants with Jeb Bjerkes, Rare Plant Botanist!

We’re talking rare plants today on the Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat podcast!  Janey welcomes Jeb Bjerke, a rare plant botanist, member of the California Association of Professional Scientists union and a native plant gardener.   Jeb has been helping the California Department of Fish and Wildlife try to prevent the extinction of native California plants.  Janey and Jeb discuss why we should be aware of the rare plants in our communities, and what we can do to help prevent further extinction!Check out Jeb’s home garden where he has lovingly grown his own collection of California natives: Seek by iNaturalist AppleSeek by iNaturalist AndroidFrom rare plants, to more common ones, Join Janey on the Dig, Plant, Water, Repeat podcast for fun, engaging and informative gardening inspiration every Monday and Friday wherever you get you podcasts!YouTubeInstagramTikTokFacebook

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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.