Introducing the Garden Smart Podcast
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Season 1: A Year in Your Garden · Episode 1
Welcome to the Garden Smart Podcast, where I help you grow a garden you love—without the overwhelm. I’m Cheryl Spencer, a certified gardener with over 25 years of experience, sharing time-saving tips and practical strategies to make gardening simpler and more enjoyable. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve, tune in weekly for quick, actionable advice to create the garden of your dreams in just ten minutes or less!
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