P. Allen Smith on Moss Mountain Farm: A Sense of Place | Rose Chat Podcast
What can a garden teach us about the way we live? On this episode of the Rose Chat Podcast, Teresa Byington sits down with celebrated gardener, author, television host, conservationist and landscape designer P. Allen Smith to talk about his new book, Moss Mountain Farm: A Sense of Place.
For decades, P. Allen Smith has encouraged gardeners to look beyond plants and think about the larger story a landscape can tell. At Moss Mountain Farm in Arkansas, that philosophy comes to life through gardens, architecture, agriculture, conservation and thoughtful landscape design.
In this conversation, Allen shares the inspiration behind Moss Mountain Farm: A Sense of Place and the ideas that shaped this remarkable garden and farm. We talk about garden design, sustainable gardening, stewardship, garden history, creating meaningful outdoor spaces, and the relationship between people and the landscapes they call home.
Whether you're a longtime gardener, a rose enthusiast, a landscape designer, or simply someone who loves beautiful gardens, this conversation offers plenty of inspiration for creating a garden with a stronger sense of place and purpose.
Listen to the Rose Chat Podcast with P. Allen Smith and discover the stories, ideas and gardening philosophy behind Moss Mountain Farm.
In this episode:
P. Allen Smith's new book, Moss Mountain Farm: A Sense of Place
The story and philosophy behind Moss Mountain Farm
Garden and landscape design principles
Sustainable gardening and environmental stewardship
The importance of garden history and sense of place
Creating outdoor spaces that reflect your personal style
Finding inspiration in the landscape around you
Guest: P. Allen Smith
Host: Teresa Byington
Podcast: Rose Chat Podcast
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TOUR INFORMATION HERE.
MORE ABOUT P ALLEN SMITH HERE.
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