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The Gestalt Gardener

Airs Fridays at 9 a.m. on MPB Think Radio

Each week, horticulturalist Felder Rushing shares stories, answers questions and just talks gardening. Of course, you’ll hear a bit of “cheesy music” in every program and you might hear a bad joke or two as well. The Ges
Latest Episode6/4/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Smug Mug

Gardening does not have to be a competition but knowing your tomatoes or potatoes came out better than your neighbors can make for some pretty smug backyard conversations. Felder brought in a highly satisfied (aka smug) feeling into the studio as he showed off his potato from his garden. During this round of southern gardening questions about bugs and ill spotted plants, Felder also sets the stage for one more "Felder on The Road" event. Tune in!(Cover photo plants: heirloom montbretia, tropical milkweed and its seeds)
6/4/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Smug Mug

Gardening does not have to be a competition but knowing your tomatoes or potatoes came out better than your neighbors can make for some pretty smug backyard conversations. Felder brought in a highly satisfied (aka smug) feeling into the studio as he showed off his potato from his garden. During this round of southern gardening questions about bugs and ill spotted plants, Felder also sets the stage for one more "Felder on The Road" event. Tune in!(Cover photo plants: heirloom montbretia, tropical milkweed and its seeds)
5/21/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | I've Been Everywhere

After over a month of live shows across Mississippi, Felder Rushing is back in the studio. Sort of like riding a bike Felder gets back in the groove of solo studio life while the cheers from a live audience are just a recent memory. Yet two callers from today's show were actually friends he met on the road. Always at the ready with his brand of advice, he helps with your southern gardening questions and talks about how fun it was (safely) bringing the garden party to the people. Also, Felder gifts Java some garden fresh cauliflower he picked right before the show. This was a special grow for a plate of boneless cauliflower wings. Now let's get dirty!
4/30/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Live In Columbus, MS

Live broadcast of The Gestalt Gardener from the Farmer's Market in Columbus, MS.
4/23/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Live In Oxford, MS

Live broadcast of The Gestalt Gardener from the Armory Pavillion in Oxford, MS.
4/9/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Before the Road

Felder Rushing is getting ready to hit the road! But before he takes his John Deere green pickup truck around the state, he answers another round of southern gardening questions. And one that permeates throughout the episode is about getting rid of lubbers. Does anybody have a shop vac handy? But seriously Felder shares his latest garden bundle, brings in two cheesy tunes, and sets up a plant swap with a fan that has something special from Arizona. Let's get dirty!
4/2/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Meridian Man

Felder Rushing is back in the Queen City! Broadcasting live from the Mississippi's Arts + Entertainment Experience, Felder is on the road spreading his brand of gardening advice. Always ready to help with your southern gardening questions he also talks with Scarlet Miller from Van Zyverden about their bulbs and education programs. Let's get dirty!
3/19/2021

The Gestalt Gardener | Blackberry Winter

Blackberry winter is the name for the cold snap that seems to happen every early spring. As soon as the blackberries peek out the temperature takes a quick dive. Felder urges not to plant at the first sign of warm weather, because blackberry winter is usually on the forefront ready to stunt a few of our plants. During this round of southern gardening questions, Felder spreads his brand of optimism mixed with years of horticultural knowledge. Then plays a cheesy tune that focuses on a certain demographic. Let's get dirty!