Botanical Chronicles

Herbaceous Plant Materials

This Botanical Chronicles episode explores herbaceous plants as functional systems in horticulture and ecology. It breaks down their structure, life cycles (annuals, bien

Episode 6: Plants with a Purpose

Episode 6: Plants with a Purpose In this episode of Botanical Chronicles, we explore the many ways plants serve a greater purpose beyond just looking good. From medicina

Episode 5: Seed Dormancy and Germination Physiology

In this deep dive episode of Botanical Chronicles, host Beau Bidwell unravels the fascinating science behind seed dormancy and germination physiology. Why do some seeds s

Episode 3: What "Is" A Plant?

In this episode of Botanical Chronicles, we explore the fascinating world of plants from the ground up! Beau Bidwell breaks down the basic definition of a plant and what

Episode 2: The Impact of Horticulture on Culture and Art

In this episode of Botanical Chronicles, Beau Bidwell explores the deep-rooted connection between horticulture and human culture throughout history. From ancient gardens

Episode1: The Roots Of Horticulture

In the debut episode of Botanical Chronicles, Beau Bidwell takes us back in time to explore the origins of horticulture and how it has shaped human civilization. From the

Introduction To The Botanical Chronicles Podcast

Welcome to Botanical Chronicles, a podcast where plants, science, and culture come together! In this introductory episode, Beau Bidwell shares the inspiration behind star