The Victory Garden's unique fusion of garden design, earth-to-table cooking, and eco-conscious how-to tips gives viewers the confidence and inspiration to get their hands dirty and live outdoors. Hosted by Jamie Durie.
EPISODE 1
Old
Jamie Durie visits San Francisco to see "Victory Gardens 2008.” Paul Epsom visits Mixed Border Nursery to show us old varieties of plants that are still favorites today. A master gardener whose greenhouse and garden supply a new restaurant.
EPISODE 2
New
See exciting new garden designs at Cornerstone Gardens. Paul Epsom explores the path from seed to retail sale at an All-American Selection trial garden. Chef Ana Sortun and farmer Chris Kurth show the glories of freshly-dug potatoes.
EPISODE 3
Light
Learn about using light in the garden, including a primer on the different types of shade and how to choose the right plant for the right place. Then enjoy a Burmese salad with greens and herbs straight from the garden and greenhouse.
EPISODE 4
Dark
Explore dark chocolate and black plants that look great in any garden and favorite groundcovers for dark locations. Learn how to start a beautiful moss garden and how to select the best, diverse produce at the farmer’s market.
EPISODE 5
Soft
Learn about softscaping and garden grasses that are beautiful yearlong. Jamie Durie visits the famous Filoli gardens in California to learn how good plant choices are used to soften design.
EPISODE 6
Edible
Jamie Durie visits COPIA, the American Center for Food and Wine, to tour the extensive vegetable gardens and orchards. Paul Epsom visits an herb nursery and Jamie learns about the benefits of compost tea in the garden.
Jamie Durie
