PLAY PODCASTS
Redefining the lawn
Episode 8

Redefining the lawn

In this episode, Jeff and Jonathan redefine traditional lawn care with tips on maintenance, composting, organic vegetable gardening, and effective growth techniques

Teaming With Microbes · Jeff Lowenfels, Jonathan White

May 26, 202340m 47s

Audio is streamed directly from the publisher (cdn.simplecast.com) as published in their RSS feed. Play Podcasts does not host this file. Rights-holders can request removal through the copyright & takedown page.

Show Notes

In this episode, Jeff and Jonathan explore a new vision for lawns, shifting away from the traditional weed-free grass obsession. They share practical tips for easier lawn maintenance, including regular watering, leaving clippings on the lawn, and applying compost to specific areas.

Next, they delve into the art and science of composting. You'll learn about the benefits of a compost calculator and how to achieve the optimal 30:1 ratio in your pile. 

Later, Jeff and Jonathan impart essential knowledge on kickstarting your organic vegetable garden, including planting potatoes and initiating lettuce and peas. Additionally, they discuss the 'pinching' technique to stimulate plant branching and explain why it's crucial for encouraging abundant plant growth.

Finally, they answer listener questions!

**********************************************

Have a question? Let us know at [email protected]

Plant a row for the hungry/Read Teaming With Microbes, Teaming With Nutrients and Teaming With Fungi!

Thanks to our sponsors:

The Teaming with Microbes Podcast is edited and produced with original music by Pod Peak.  

Special thanks to the Anchorage Daily News for hosting the show!

Topics

lawn caregardeningscienceorganice gardeninganchorage daily newssoil food weborganic vegetable gardenalaskateaming with microbesorganicadncompost