097 Grow Fig Trees from Cuttings. Protecting Plants From Heat. Zinnias. The Mock Orange shrub.

One of the easiest fruit trees to grow are figs. And, for the adventurous gardener, you can start a fig tree from a cutting. We have the details. Looking for a colorful summer annual flower sure to bring a smile to your face? Grow zinnias. And they’re easy to grow. We get tips on how to protect new or young plants from the blazing heat of the summer sun. One of the most widely adaptable shrubs to grow across the country is the Philadelphus, the mock orange. With its very fragrant flowers, it’s definitely a show for the nose. And it’s our Plant of the Week. It’s all on Episode 97 of the Garden Basics podcast, brought to you by Smart Pots and Dave Wilson Nursery. And we will do it all in under 30 minutes. Let’s go!

Pictured: Red Zinnia varieties, including Oklahoma Scarlet, Park's Picks, Zinderella Red, Jim Baggett, Giant Dahlia Mix...and three garlic flower heads.

Links: Smart Pots Dave Wilson Nursery Zinnia Seeds at Amazon Renee's Garden Zinnias Park Seeds Zinnias Burpee Seeds Zinnias Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' Dallas Morning News editorial: "Coronavirus and Our Mental Health" (5/11/20) UC Davis Arboretum

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