Garden Smart

This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge. Each week, an expert horticulturist provides gardening insight from fantastic gardening locations across the United States. Each weekly episode follows the growing season, allowing the information presented to be pertinent and helpful the same day an episode airs.
Garden Smart

Upcoming Schedule

  • Exploring Creative Energy That Goes Into Making a Work of Art

    Sat, July 12, 2025 at 8:30 am on Create

  • Beginning Construction and Landscaping of a Tiny House

    Sat, July 12, 2025 at 4:00 pm on Iowa PBS

  • Garden Smart

    Sun, July 13, 2025 at 6:30 am on Iowa PBS

  • Containers Offer Many Advantages

    Sat, July 19, 2025 at 8:30 am on Create

  • Choosing Plants for Inside and Outside

    Sat, July 19, 2025 at 4:00 pm on Iowa PBS

  • Choosing Plants for Inside and Outside

    Sun, July 20, 2025 at 6:30 am on Iowa PBS

  • It's the Little Things That Make a Difference

    Sat, July 26, 2025 at 8:30 am on Create