In a recent episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, actor John Spencer, best known for his role in the hit television series The West Wing, opened up about his love for gardening. Ellen, herself a gardening enthusiast, was thrilled to chat with Spencer about his green thumb and find out more about his gardening adventures.
During the conversation, Spencer shared his excitement about his garden, boasting about his beautiful roses, fruit trees, and various plants. He even mentioned growing his own flowers and bulbs, showing off his horticultural skills to Ellen.
As the conversation continued, Spencer and Ellen bonded over their shared passion for gardening, with Spencer admitting that being in the garden was the only time he truly relaxed. He explained that he enjoys trees, plants, and shrubs, and even has a variety of fruit trees in his garden, like oranges, grapefruits, and lemons. Spencer added that he loves picking the fruits right off the tree and enjoying their natural sweetness.
The topic then turned to unique plants, with Spencer proudly mentioning his pomegranate tree. He described how the tree looked very Asian and beautiful, with distinctive pomegranates hanging from its branches. Spencer revealed that the tree was already on the property when he moved in and had become quite large and mature.
As the conversation took a lighthearted turn, Ellen and Spencer discussed their impulsive purchases of gardening tools advertised on late-night TV. Spencer confessed to being a sucker for these products, mentioning his acquisition of a tiller, a handsaw, and extra-long clippers. He even joked about a machete he owned, mentioning that it should come with a holster.
Ellen playfully asked Spencer about other items he bought off TV, such as the Handy Stitch, a tool for stitchwork, and the omelet maker in the microwave. They both laughed as Spencer shared his honest opinion about the effectiveness of these products.
The conversation then shifted to another one of Spencer’s hobbies: yoga. He revealed that he practiced yoga for 20 minutes every morning before heading to work on The West Wing. Despite the early morning start and the challenge of warming up in the cold and dark, Spencer emphasized the benefits of having a limber spine.
To demonstrate, Spencer gracefully performed a yoga move called “The Plow,” which involved bending over backward with legs extended over his head. Ellen, impressed by his flexibility, commended his dedication to his fitness routine.
The episode concluded with Ellen congratulating Spencer on the success of The West Wing and expressing her admiration for his wide range of interests. She thanked him for sharing his gardening and yoga experiences, leaving the audience with a memorable glimpse into John Spencer‘s life outside of the entertainment industry.
To catch more insightful and entertaining moments like this, don’t miss The Ellen Degeneres Show, airing weekdays on your favorite channels.
Originally aired on January 13, 2004
