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P is for Parterre

Podcast by Parterre Garden Services

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Welcome to P is for Parterre, your go-to podcast for landscaping and horticulture! Based in New England, Parterre Garden Services designs, builds, and maintains beautiful outdoor spaces. Our mission is to share our expertise with you, featuring engaging discussions among our landscape professionals and horticultural experts. Join us every other Sunday as we explore trends, tips, and techniques in gardening and landscaping. We cover sustainable practices and innovative design ideas, catering to both novice gardeners and seasoned pros. Tune in to cultivate knowledge and inspiration together!

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39 episodes

episode 2-04. Mount Auburn Cemetery: Where Design-Build Meets History artwork

2-04. Mount Auburn Cemetery: Where Design-Build Meets History

In this episode, host Liz Cox sits down with Parterredesigner Joel Port to explore one of the most historically significant projects the team has taken on — a landscape design installation at Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 1831, Mount Auburn is a National HistoricLandmark and the first landscape-style cemetery in North America. Joel walks us through the rich history of the iconic Egyptian Revival gatehouse, the evolution of the Welcome Center Plaza, and how Parterre's ecological division first opened the door to this remarkable collaboration.   From early schematic designs to a bold, out-of-the-boxconcept inspired by ripples in water and Egyptian symbolism, Joel shares how the design process unfolded — and why this project feels like something that could last another 200 years.   Tune in to hear how thoughtful design, deep historicalresearch, and a willingness to take creative risks came together at one of New England's most beloved landmarks.   🔗 Learn more about Mount Auburn Cemetery: https://mountauburn.org/ [https://mountauburn.org/]📸 Follow us on Instagram @parterregardenservicesfor design plans and progress photos.

3 May 2026 - 21 min
episode 2-03. Ecological Meets Installation: A Lakeside Collaboration artwork

2-03. Ecological Meets Installation: A Lakeside Collaboration

What happens when multiple divisions come together on a single, complex property? In this episode, we're going behind the scenes at Lakeside Manor, a historic Olmsted estate that called on Parterre's expertise across the board. Liz sits down with JJ, Field Director on the Installation team, and Annie, Field Manager for the Ecological Division, to talk through what real cross-divisional collaboration looks like on the ground. They cover everything from navigating conservation commission regulations and wetland buffers, to managing steep terrain and tight timelines — plus the honest lessons learned about communication, team culture, and slowing down to work fast. If you've ever wondered how native species restoration fits alongside traditional hardscape and installation work, or what it takes to coordinate multiple divisions on one client's property, this episode is a must-listen. In this episode: * Site challenges: grades, conservation buffers, and parking logistics * Client education around invasive removal and native planting * How JJ and Annie navigated cross-team communication breakdowns * What success looks like for both Installation and Ecological

12 Apr 2026 - 25 min
episode 2-02. Stow Acres to Randall Woods Park: An Ecological Highlight artwork

2-02. Stow Acres to Randall Woods Park: An Ecological Highlight

In this episode, Liz sits down with Katie Hutchens, Directorof Ecological Services at Parterre, to explore one of the company's most exciting current projects: Stow Acres — a 36-hole golf course in Stow, Massachusetts that's being transformed into a public park and ecological restoration site called Randall Woods.   Katie walks us through the effort to restore a long-filledwetland back to its natural state, the invasive species challenges common to golf course landscapes (hello, glossy buckthorn), and what it takes to reconnect a large piece of land to its surrounding hydrology along the Assabet River corridor.   They also talk about the habitat piles that are alreadydrawing birds, the great blue heron nesting platforms going up where golf nets used to hang, and why Parterre chose this site as their field day training location this spring.   If you're in the Stow area, Randall Woods Park is expected toopen to the public this summer — dog-friendly, stroller-friendly, and full of wildlife. Go check it out and let us know what you think!   For more information about the Stow Acres project, check outthis link: https://www.stow-ma.gov/599/Randall-Woods-Park [https://www.stow-ma.gov/599/Randall-Woods-Park]

29 Mar 2026 - 21 min
episode 2-01. Weathering the Seasons: Winter's Effect on Fine Gardening artwork

2-01. Weathering the Seasons: Winter's Effect on Fine Gardening

🌨️ Season 2 Premiere — What Winter Snow Means for Your Garden We’re back! Season 2 of P is for Parterre kicks off with a deep dive into winter—and what all that snow is really doing to your landscape. In this episode, we sit down with Luke, one of Parterre’s Fine Gardening Field Directors with over 18 years of experience, to break down how heavy snow, cold temperatures, and winter conditions are setting the stage for spring. We cover: * How snow insulates soil and protects plant roots * Hidden rodent damage that can occur beneath snowpack * Which plants are most vulnerable to heavy snow loads * Why salt damage doesn’t disappear when the snow melts * What homeowners can expect when spring cleanup begins Whether you're an experienced gardener or simply curious about what’s happening beneath the snow, this episode offers practical insight and expert guidance to help you prepare for the season ahead. 🌱 Curious about your plant hardiness zone? Find yours here: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/ [https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/] 🎙️ Listen now and get ready for spring!

15 Mar 2026 - 22 min
episode 34. Tools for Restoration: Understanding Herbicides in Native Ecosystems with Shana & Ryan artwork

34. Tools for Restoration: Understanding Herbicides in Native Ecosystems with Shana & Ryan

Ever wondered what it really takes to protect our nativeecosystems? In this episode, we dive into one of the most misunderstood topics in ecological restoration: herbicides. We’ll explore:✅When herbicides should be used—and when theyshouldn’t✅How they fit into the bigger picture of restoring balance✅Common fears vs. science-backed facts   Join us for a candid conversation about ecological restoration, sustainability, and the tools that help us protect biodiversity.Whether you’re a homeowner, land manager, or just curious about conservation, this episode will give you the insights you need to make informed decisions.   🎧 Listen now and join the conversation! Follow us on Instagram @parterregardenservices and email us for more information at info@parterreecological.com   Links to check out from research referenced: Glyphosatetoxicity and the effects of long-term vegetation control on soil microbialcommunities - ScienceDirect [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0038071701001031?via%3Dihub]   Glyphosate:environmental fate and impact | Weed Science | Cambridge Core [https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/weed-science/article/abs/glyphosate-environmental-fate-and-impact/85C5628F98E45060AE0B7046F11361E2]   SoilMicrobial Communities in Diverse Agroecosystems Exposed to the HerbicideGlyphosate | Applied and Environmental Microbiology [https://journals.asm.org/doi/10.1128/aem.01744-19]   ModernHerbicides Play a Key Role in Ecosystem Restoration [https://www.clearwaterconservancy.org/article/modern-herbicides-play-a-key-role-in-ecosystem-restoration]   #EcologicalRestoration #NativePlants #SustainableLandscapes

21 Dec 2025 - 33 min
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