The Foodscaper Podcast

Systems That Keep an Edible Garden Company Running

In this episode, Amelia Barker [https://www.portlandediblegardens.com/about] from Portland Edible Gardens shares insights into managing a long-standing, client-centered edible landscaping business, focusing on systems for soil fertility, client relationships, and team organization. Discover how they keep gardens thriving for over a decade and deliver high-quality service sustainably. Learn more about Amelia and Portland Edible Gardens: www.portlandediblegardens.com [https://www.portlandediblegardens.com]   🍎 Join the Foodscaper Membership [http://thefoodscaper.com/membership] to hear the full episode! Members receive direct feedback on your work, live calls, Pro Talks recordings and access to our professional learning library. First month is free!    🍎 Learn More and Apply for The Foodscaper Cohort here [https://www.thefoodscaper.com/cohort] Follow The Foodscaper on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/the_edible_landscapers/] and ⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefoodscaperhq] Title music: Honeydew by ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1u9YXhxhFLDmK9nEq9uP8Y?si=p1RTSf8bSHKM1aDQfod1og]No Bill Dill⁠ [https://nobigdill.bandcamp.com/album/live-wire] | Produced by ⁠Rachel Kaplan⁠ [https://racheldkaplan.wixsite.com/my-site]

Cultivating Abundance: The Power of Permaculture

In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, Andrew Millison, a permaculture educator and designer, shares his journey from landscape design to teaching permaculture at Oregon State University. He discusses the importance of community impact, the balance between personal expression and design in gardening, and the unique aspects of OSU's permaculture program. Millison also addresses common misunderstandings about permaculture, the role of technology in land restoration, and the significance of the Earth Repair Fund in supporting ecological projects worldwide. He emphasizes the abundance that can be cultivated in our backyards and the transformative power of permaculture in reconnecting people with the land. Learn more about Andrew: www.andrewmillison.com/ [https://www.andrewmillison.com/]    🍎 We just HAD to give this full episode to you for free. Join The Foodscaper Membership to get all the complete episodes. Members receive direct feedback on your work, live calls, Pro Talks recordings and access to our professional learning library. First month is free! JOIN HERE: thefoodscaper.com/membership  [http://thefoodscaper.com/membership]  🍎 Learn More and Apply for The Foodscaper Cohort: thefoodscaper.com/cohort [https://www.thefoodscaper.com/cohort]  Follow The Foodscaper on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/the_edible_landscapers/] and ⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefoodscaperhq] Title music: Honeydew by ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1u9YXhxhFLDmK9nEq9uP8Y?si=p1RTSf8bSHKM1aDQfod1og]No Bill Dill [https://nobigdill.bandcamp.com/album/live-wire]⁠ | Produced by ⁠Rachel Kaplan [https://racheldkaplan.wixsite.com/my-site]⁠

Water Lessons That Changed a Foodscaper's Life

Most people think of landscaping as just planting things. In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, Gabriel Hahn, install manager and the 'drummer' of the Custom Foodscaping band, reveals to host Matt Lebon how water, flow, and integrity are the heartbeats of real garden design. If you want to turn water management into impactful, beautiful landscapes—and love staying chill through the chaos—this episode is your blueprint.Gabriel shares the stories behind creating some of the most stunning rain gardens, from the impact of a simple rain shower to cutting-edge layout tricks that save time and effort. You’ll discover how mastering water flow and using everyday tools like yardsticks and electrical tape can make your projects more precise—and more fun. Get inside the minds of a seasoned pro as Gabriel breaks down lessons learned from managing irrigation mishaps to evolving his approach with machine work—ensuring your landscapes are resilient and effective.  Learn more about Gabriel and Custom Foodscaping: customfoodscapes.com/about-1  [https://customfoodscapes.com/about-1]  🍎 Join the Foodscaper Membership to hear the full episode, where Gabriel speaks on the core values that drive effective teamwork and the importance of having a strong ethical foundation in collaborative environments, and more! Members receive direct feedback on your work, live calls, Pro Talks recordings and access to our professional learning library. First month is free! JOIN HERE: thefoodscaper.com/membership [http://thefoodscaper.com/membership]  🍎 Learn More and Apply for The Foodscaper Cohort 2026: thefoodscaper.com/cohort [https://www.thefoodscaper.com/cohort] Follow The Foodscaper on ⁠Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the_edible_landscapers/]⁠ and ⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefoodscaperhq] Title music: Honeydew by ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1u9YXhxhFLDmK9nEq9uP8Y?si=p1RTSf8bSHKM1aDQfod1og]No Bill Dill [https://nobigdill.bandcamp.com/album/live-wire]⁠ | Produced by ⁠Rachel Kaplan [https://racheldkaplan.wixsite.com/my-site]⁠

The Journey of a Foodscaper with Shlomy Goldman

In this episode of the Foodscaper podcast, host Matt Lebon and guest Shlomy Goldman discuss the journey of creating Regenerative Foodscapes in Rhode Island. Shlomy shares his unique path into foodscaping, the challenges of sourcing plants, the importance of subcontractors. The conversation also touches on innovative landscaping techniques, such as micro clover lawns, and the significance of community and networking in building a successful business.  Learn more about Regenerative Foodscapes and Shlomy: regenerativefoodscapes.com/about [https://www.regenerativefoodscapes.com/about]   🍎 Join the Foodscaper Membership to hear the full episode, where Shlomy speaks on the spiritual connection he feels to his work and Judaism, he shares a rap he wrote about urban gardening, showcasing the creativity and passion that drives his work, and more! Members receive direct feedback on your work, live calls, Pro Talks recordings and access to our professional learning library. First month is free! JOIN HERE: thefoodscaper.com/membership [http://thefoodscaper.com/membership]   🍎 Learn More and Apply for The Foodscaper Cohort 2026: thefoodscaper.com/cohort [https://www.thefoodscaper.com/cohort]  Follow The Foodscaper on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/the_edible_landscapers/] and ⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefoodscaperhq] Title music: Honeydew by ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1u9YXhxhFLDmK9nEq9uP8Y?si=p1RTSf8bSHKM1aDQfod1og]No Bill Dill⁠ [https://nobigdill.bandcamp.com/album/live-wire] | Produced by ⁠Rachel Kaplan⁠ [https://racheldkaplan.wixsite.com/my-site]

The Art of Fancy Gardening with Bailey Van Tassel

In this episode of The Foodscaper Podcast, host Matt Lebon and guest Bailey Van Tassel discuss the evolution of kitchen gardening, the importance of defining one's niche in the gardening industry, and the strategies for building a successful gardening business. Bailey shares her journey from designing small kitchen gardens to managing large estate projects, emphasizing the significance of transparency in pricing and the value of collaboration with subcontractors. They also touch on the importance of personal experience in gardening, the design elements that elevate garden spaces, and the release of Bailey's book, 'Kitchen Garden Living [https://www.baileyvantassel.com/kitchengardenliving].' Learn more about Bailey: baileyvantassel.com/ [https://www.baileyvantassel.com/]   🍎 We just HAD to give this full episode to you for free. Join The Foodscaper Membership to get all the complete episodes. Members receive direct feedback on your work, live calls, Pro Talks recordings and access to our professional learning library. First month is free! JOIN HERE: thefoodscaper.com/membership  [http://thefoodscaper.com/membership] Join The Foodscaper Conference 2026: thefoodscaper.com/conference [https://www.thefoodscaper.com/conference]  Follow The Foodscaper on ⁠Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the_edible_landscapers/]⁠ and ⁠Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/thefoodscaperhq] Title music: Honeydew by ⁠ [https://open.spotify.com/artist/1u9YXhxhFLDmK9nEq9uP8Y?si=p1RTSf8bSHKM1aDQfod1og]No Bill Dill⁠ [https://nobigdill.bandcamp.com/album/live-wire] | Produced by ⁠Rachel Kaplan⁠ [https://racheldkaplan.wixsite.com/my-site]