In Episode 10 of The Palmcast, Tom and Teddy go freestyle after a last-minute guest cancellation—and end up covering a ton of ground.

We kick things off with a wild spring weather breakdown, from Tennessee’s dry start to the heavy rains in North Texas, and how those conditions are impacting planting and growth. Tom shares updates from the East Texas ranch, including rainwater harvesting challenges, delays in palm planting, and the next steps toward getting rural water established.

We also discuss the continued growth of The Palmcast, including being added to Amazon Music and reaching a wider audience. Tom recaps his recent “Palms in the Park” workshop in Oak Point, and we dive into how vacations inspire tropical landscapes—and how we try to recreate that same relaxing escape at home.

To wrap things up, we talk summer plans, spring progress, and what we’re doing right now when it comes to fertilizing and plant care.

As always, this episode is proudly sponsored by Nelson Plant Food, supporting growers, landscapers, and gardeners.

🌿 Topics include:
• Spring weather extremes (TX vs TN)
• East Texas ranch updates & water challenges
• Rainwater harvesting & rural water setup
• Palmcast growth & Amazon Music launch
• Palms in the Park workshop recap
• Vacation inspiration & tropical design
• Spring fertilizing & nursery updates

👉 Be sure to check out our shops:Sabal King of Texas on Etsyhttps://sabalkingoftexas.etsy.comTeddy’s Nursery on eBayhttps://ebay.us/m/DLYoQL

If you enjoy the show, be sure to follow along as we continue talking palms, plants, and the realities of growing at scale.

Let’s keep growing 🌴🚀

In this episode of The Palmcast, we sit down with Dr. David Creech of SFA Gardens for an in-depth conversation on a lifetime spent in horticulture.

Dr. Creech shares stories from his nearly 40+ years at Stephen F. Austin State University, including the history and evolution of SFA Gardens, his work in the fruit industry, and his experience owning and operating a peach orchard.

We also dive into growing in East Texas, native plants vs. nativars, and practical knowledge that only comes from decades of real-world experience. This conversation went nearly two hours and will likely become a multi-part series.

If you enjoy this episode, we encourage you to visit and support SFA Gardens. The gardens are funded entirely through private donations, and your support helps continue their mission.

👉 Visit & Support:
https://www.sfasu.edu/gardens

🌿 Topics include:
• History of SFA Gardens
• 40+ years in horticulture
• Peach orchards & fruit growing
• Native plants vs. nativars
• Growing in East Texas
• Lessons from decades of plant trials

👉 Check out our shops:
Sabal King of Texas (Etsy)
https://sabalkingoftexas.etsy.com

Teddy’s Nursery (eBay)
https://ebay.us/m/DLYoQL

If you enjoy the show, make sure to follow and stay tuned as we continue to explore cold-hardy palms, nursery life, and the realities of growing plants at scale.

Let’s keep growing 🌴🚀

In Episode 8, Tom and Teddy dive into essential spring tasks for palm growers and collectors. As the growing season kicks off, timing and preparation are everything.We cover when to buy your palms, what to look for when selecting healthy specimens, and how to design the perfect planting locations. We also get into proper watering techniques, site preparation, and how to set your palms up for success through the warmer months.Whether you're new to palms or a seasoned grower, this episode is packed with practical advice you can apply right now.We even announce our first sponsor - Nelson Plant Foods! Make sure you support them by picking up some of their fine fertilizers and feed your palms!https://nelsonplantfood.com/🌱 Topics include:When to purchase palms in springWhat to look for when buyingDesigning your planting layoutSite prep and soil considerationsWatering best practicesAnd much more👉 Be sure to check out our shops:Sabal King of Texas on Etsyhttps://sabalkingoftexas.etsy.comTeddy’s Nursery on eBayhttps://ebay.us/m/DLYoQLIf you enjoy the show, make sure to subscribe and follow along as we continue to explore cold‑hardy palms, nursery life, and the realities of growing plants at scale.Let’s keep growing 🌴🚀