Free Daily Podcast Summary
Morning in the Garden: Daily Summaries Delivered
by Filoli
Wish you could start your day in a garden? Join Willa Brock as she wanders through Filoli’s ever-changing landscape, sharing seasonal highlights and chatting with horticultural staff about their plant passions and expert tips. Special “Garden Hopping” episodes take listeners outside Filoli’s gates to explore other stunning gardens across California and beyond.
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- 1 weeks ago31 min
The Domoto Legacy
Stroll through the garden on a misty morning to uncover a piece of Filoli’s history. Writer Eric Hsu shares the story of the Domoto family – pioneering Japanese American nurserymen who revolutionized the West Coast cut flower industry. Discover how their lasting horticultural legacy still blooms across the estate today, from historic tree peonies to rare maples.
- 3 weeks ago20 min
Seventeen Syllables
A restless wind moves through the oaks as we explore the art of haiku and its kinship with the garden. Aileen Cassinetto, the former Poet Laureate of San Mateo County, notes that both crafts demand the same thing: patience, precision, and a willingness to notice what others walk past. This year’s Haiku Contest winner Cindy Lutz shares how writing one poem a day for 25 years has taught her to find the miraculous in the overlooked.
- Apr 29, 202623 min
Garden in Motion
A breezy morning brings the moving colors and textures of the Perennial Border to life. Jim Salyards shares the history of the Arts & Crafts garden style and recommends his favorite plants to add vertical drama. A new woven trellis sculpture by artist Jungil Hong rises and falls through the perennials, soon to be covered in intertwining vines.
- Apr 15, 202625 min
Wonder in the Woods
Meet Rose Wonders, the monumental troll who has taken up residence in Filoli’s forest. Sonia Capitant recounts the arrival of the 30-foot giant, while artist Thomas Dambo explains how his recycled wood sculptures are designed to change our perspective on nature. Katie Kenna reflects on how that same spirit of wonder helps local students connect with the land, one "burrito tree" at a time.
- Apr 1, 202633 min
Garden Showstoppers
Spring takes center stage as a heat wave puts the garden in the spotlight. Director of Horticulture Brendan Dellerba shares the creative tricks his team uses to stagger the blooms of our 100,000-bulb display – and hints at his even bigger plans for next year. In the Rose Garden, Regina Carter takes inspiration from classic English estates by experimenting with new understory companion plantings and dramatic “rose bending” techniques.
- Mar 18, 202631 min
The Shape of Spring
Revel in a rainy walk through the garden. Jackie Salas and Haley O’Connor highlight the winter work that goes into creating Filoli’s glorious spring show. From the careful pruning of fruit trees to the precise edging of formal parterre beds, discover how the season’s beauty is thoughtfully shaped long before it blooms.
- Oct 13, 202539 min
Indigenous Landscapes
In this season finale episode, Willa sits down with Gregg Castro, Culture Director of the Association of Ramaytush Ohlone, to discuss Indigenous relationships with the land; perspectives and practices passed down through generations. Together, they explore the newly refurbished mural in the Lamchin Interpretive Center, created by Amy Hosa in partnership with the ARO. The mural depicts Ssupichom, a thriving village that stood here long before Filoli was built. John Chau, Filoli’s Plant Curator, also joins the conversation to share insights on the restoration of native plants surrounding the center, from the practical dogbane to the showstopping matilija poppies.
- Sep 24, 202519 min
Fall Q&A Special
For this special episode; guest host Katie Kenna interviews some of Filoli’s horticulturists to answer your budding questions. Chats with the team reveal their favorite critters at Filoli, some expert growing tips, and what makes this place special to them.
About Morning in the Garden
Wish you could start your day in a garden? Join Willa Brock as she wanders through Filoli’s ever-changing landscape, sharing seasonal highlights and chatting with horticultural staff about their plant passions and expert tips. Special “Garden Hopping” episodes take listeners outside Filoli’s gates to explore other stunning gardens across California and beyond.
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from Morning in the Garden in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's Morning in the Garden daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of Morning in the Garden as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the Morning in the Garden podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official Morning in the Garden product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by Filoli.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts. Upgrade to Pro for 15, or Premium for 50. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does Morning in the Garden release new episodes?
Morning in the Garden publishes monthly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does Morning in the Garden cover?
Morning in the Garden covers topics including Leisure, Science, Garden, Nature, Home & Garden. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting Morning in the Garden summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.