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P. Allen Smith's Garden Home

Good Picture Making (#409)

Tips on framing the view, screening unwanted views & mixing colors to bring whimsy into the garden.

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Program Description: Garden design expert P. Allen Smith demystifies the process of designing beautiful gardens and opens up new possibilities for homeowners looking to create their own garden paradise. P. ALLEN SMITH'S GARDEN HOME highlights colorful gardens, easy how-to projects and expert tips that novice and experienced gardeners can apply to their own homes.

All Upcoming Episodes

Back to the Barn (#714)

Learn how Allen's two barns are being used and see their dramatic before and after views.
- Mon, November 23, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Entry Gates (#715)

Allen applies a new coat of limewashing to the new stone entry pavilions, which protects surfaces.
- Fri, November 27, 9:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, November 27, 3:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sat, November 28, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Outdoor Spaces (#716)

Explore the porches around Allen's house and the oak trees where he and his friends often linger.
- Sun, November 29, 9:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, November 30, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Striking Structures (#717)

Explore the beautiful garden pool, interesting raised beds, renovated barns and the house itself.
- Fri, December 4, 9:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, December 4, 3:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sat, December 5, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Bold Bricks (#718)

Allen covers the exterior of his garden home with some amazing hand-formed bricks.
- Sun, December 6, 9:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, December 7, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Everyday Green (#719)

Allen covers all the different components used in making both the house and garden Earth friendly.
- Fri, December 11, 9:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, December 11, 3:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sat, December 12, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Garden Home for the Holidays (#614)

Bring garden elements inside for decorating tips for the cold months and learn holiday recipes.
- Sat, December 12, 7:30 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sun, December 13, 1:30 AM on IPTV Learns
Pet Perfect (#720)

Learn how Allen is making the home and garden a safe place for pets, from birds to cats and horses.
- Sun, December 13, 9:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, December 14, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Outdoor Studio (#721)

Allen creates a special outbuilding for how-to projects and explains its importance for the garden.
- Fri, December 18, 9:00 AM on IPTV Learns
- Fri, December 18, 3:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Sat, December 19, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Outdoor Kitchen (#722)

The outbuilding is a testing ground for the herbs, fruits & vegetables grown in the organic garden.
- Sun, December 20, 9:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, December 21, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns
Kitchen and Baths (#724)

Allen uses fresh salts and environmentally friendly materials to tie his kitchen and bath to nature.
- Sun, December 27, 9:00 PM on IPTV Learns
- Mon, December 28, 3:00 AM on IPTV Learns