The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers
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Breaking the Old Fashioned Gardening Mold
Today we bring on Siloé Oliveira of Suburban Homestead, a fantastic YouTube channel about small-space urban homesteading. In this show, we talk about the different ways to break the mold when it comes to traditional gardening. Connect With Siloe Olivera: Suburban Homestead YouTube Etsy Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is available for sale! It's a complete guide to growing plants, no matter where you live. Here's how to order: Amazon Signed Copies EPIC Raised Beds I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Who Is "Joe Gardener"?
Joe Lamp'l is back on the show today and we talk about Joe's background, how he got started in gardening, and what he's up to this year. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Support Your Precious Plants
Joe Lamp'l is back on the show today and we talk about support options: trellising, tomato cages, and more. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Should You Actually Water The Garden?
Joe Lamp'l is back on the show today and we talk about watering, one of the most misunderstood aspects of gardening! Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Use Mulch 101
Joe Lamp'l is back on the show today talking about the many benefits of mulch, as well as his preferred way of using mulch on his raised beds. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Absolute Basics of Raised Bed Gardening
Joe Lamp'l is back on the show today, and we talk about growing in raised beds. The depth, height, length, and material you should use, and much more! Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Perfect Raised Bed Mix?
Joe Lamp'l is back on the show today, and we talk about the perfect soil recipe for your raised beds. This is an area I've messed up in the past to disastrous effect, so let's see how we can prevent this problem. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Joe Lamp'l Starts Seeds
Today we have a very special guest on the show...Joe Lamp'l! He's the Joe behind JoeGardener.com, as well as the host of the PBS show Growing a Greener World. In this week of episodes, we're doing some beginner gardening fundamentals with Joe and diving into his techniques and methods, starting with...starting seeds. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: JoeGardener.com Online Course: Beginner Gardener Fundamentals Instagram Subscriber List YouTube Facebook Group Facebook Growing a Greener World PBS Series Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Peat Moss Sustainable?
Today we bring on Dr. Bethke, a soil scientist and consultant for Pitt Moss, which is a new type of sustainable potting medium made from recycled paper. We discuss the sustainability issues surrounding our use of peat moss in the garden. Learn More About Pitt Moss Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is "Pitt" Moss?
Today we bring on Dr. Bethke, a soil scientist and consultant for Pitt Moss, which is a new type of sustainable potting medium made from recycled paper. Learn More About Pitt Moss Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What is a Living Soil?
Today we bring on Dr. Bethke, a soil scientist and consultant for Pitt Moss, which is a new type of sustainable potting medium made from recycled paper. Continuing with our soil series, we discuss the term "living" soil and what it REALLY means. Learn More About Pitt Moss Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Makes a GOOD Potting Soil?
Today we bring on Dr. Bethke, a soil scientist and consultant for Pitt Moss, which is a new type of sustainable potting medium made from recycled paper. He explains the process of "building" a good potting soil from the ground up. Learn More About Pitt Moss Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Evolution of Potting Soil
Today we bring on Dr. Bethke, a soil scientist and consultant for Pitt Moss, which is a new type of sustainable potting medium made from recycled paper. He explains the three phases of potting soil, all the way from the beginning! Learn More About Pitt Moss Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Answering All Of Your Chicken Questions
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I have a rapid-fire Q&A of questions that you all sent in on Instagram. 12+ questions answered for beginner chicken keepers! Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Favorite Perennial / Almost Perennial Veggie Crops
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I talk about our favorite perennial / perennial-esque plants to grow in your VEGGIE garden. Makes the garden a bit easier to maintain! Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Front Yard Veggie Garden Secrets
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I talk about setting up a front yard garden and how to win over neighbors that initially aren't too happy about your decision to convert your lawn. Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sustainable Water Use in the Garden and Home
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I talk about how to save as MUCH water as possible when gardening and homesteading...it gets really creative! Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The BAD Side of Chickens in the Garden
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I talk about why it's not ALL good news when you've got chickens in the garden. Watch out for these downsides! Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Benefits of Chickens in the Garden
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I talk about the GOOD side of having chickens on your property and in your garden. Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Raising Chickens on Your Homestead
In today's show, Anne (@realhensofoc) and I talk about the basics of raising chickens on your property. Connect with Anne: IG: https://www.instagram.com/realhensofoc/ Blog: https://realhensofoc.wordpress.com/ Book: http://bit.ly/RaiseChickGuide Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What YOU Can Do To Help The Bees
In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we bring it down to the home gardener level, sharing what YOU can do to help the bees. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Is "Colony Collapse" And Is It Still Happening?
In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we talk about Colony Collapse Disorder and how it might not be the biggest issue facing the bees right now. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Honey bees vs Native Bees
In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we talk about the honey bees vs. native bees: what are the differences and what are their respective roles in the pollination equation? Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Beekeepers Survive 50% Losses in Bees
In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we chat about how commercial beekeepers lose 33-50% of their bees every year, and how they can possibly sustain the business model. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What are "Managed Honeybees"?
In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we dive deeper into the managed honeybee industry and its impact on agriculture and food. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What's Going On With Our Pollinators?
Today kicks off 6 episodes with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, which is playing at the Newport Beach Film Festival May 1st if you're in the Southern California area. In today's show, we go over the broad overview of the film as well as introduce the "managed honeybee" industry to you. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Grow Lingonberries
Lingonberry plants are an underrated perennial berry that you should consider growing in your garden. Here's a basic overview on their care! Learn More: How to Grow Lingonberry Plants Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can You Bury Food Scraps In The Soil?
What happens if you skip the composting process and just bury your scraps right in the soil? Today we answer this question, brought up by my friend Mark from Self Sufficient Me. Learn More: Watch Mark's video on burying food scraps Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Reasons to Grow in Raised Beds
Raised beds are one of the best ways to make gardening EASIER - both on your body and your plants. Here are my 5 top reasons why I prefer raised beds in my front yard garden. Learn More: Buy Birdies Raised Beds in the USA here. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6 Types of Basil You Havent Grown
When Simon and Garfunkel recorded the song “Scarborough Fair,” they sang about parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme. The first thought that goes through my head when I hear this song on the radio is “but what about basil?” I love growing basil! Learn More: Growing Basil 101 Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Successful Tomato Transplanting
Tomatoes are one of those weird plants that "break the rules" when it comes to transplanting. Here's how I do it for EPIC success. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ollas: An Underappreciated Irrigation Technique
Ollas are an ancient self-watering irrigation technique that are still in wide use today. They make incredibly good use of water, which is vital if you're in a hot, dry climate. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Germinate Lavender Seeds
Lavender is a notoriously difficult plant to grow from seed. The seed is finicky and needs a LOT of TLC to get started. If you've ever had trouble, here's how I recommend starting it. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Shop Epic Gardening Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How to Air Layer Propagate a Plant
Air layering is a fun propagation technique that is extremely effective when used for certain plants. In fact, it's the most effective way to propagate many of your favorite trees. Learn More: Air Layering 101 Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Inorganic vs. Organic Mulch
What type of mulch should you use? Let's talk about the differences between organic and inorganic mulch options. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stop Saying "I Don't Have a Green Thumb"
No one, and I mean NO ONE truly has a "brown thumb." Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8 Ways to Improve Your Garden Soil
Today's show focuses on 8 simple, cheap, or free ways you can start building your garden soil up. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Beneficial Bugs to Look For
We talk about pests often here on the podcast, but sometimes neglect those beneficial insects that make our gardening life much easier. Here are 5 to keep an eye out for in your garden. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What Does "Heirloom" Even Mean?
We hear about heirloom veggies all of the time, but do you know what 'heirloom' actually means? It's a bit tricky, so tune in to today's show. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Using Grass Clippings as Mulch
If you've got a lawn, you've got grass clippings. And if you've got grass clippings...you have FREE MULCH Learn More: 20+ Cheap Mulch Ideas Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apocalypse Grow: April 8 Update
Today is April 8, with less than two months left to my Apocalypse Grow challenge, where I will grow, forage, or fish all of my food for a month. I'm scared...but it's fun at the same time. I figured I'd update you all as to where I'm at on this challenge. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why Aren't My Radishes Bulbing?
Radishes are a wonderful crop - easy to squeeze in, easy to grow...unless they don't form bulbs. After all, that's why we grow them, right? Here are 4 reasons why your radishes might not be bulbing up. Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Soil Moisture Meters 101
Are you having problems deciding when it’s time to water? If so, you’re not alone. That’s where the best soil moisture meter comes into play. These useful devices help you decide when you should be hydrating your plants. But there’s all kinds of them out there. They range from a few dollars to hundreds, and there’s a mix of types. Finding the best soil moisture meter can be a challenge. Let me help you out with that! Learn More: Best Soil Moisture Meters Analog, Composter’s Moisture-Only: REOTEMP Meter Digital, Standard Moisture-Only: Luster Leaf Digital Meter Digital, Composter’s Moisture-Only: A.M. Leonard Meter Digital, Precision Moisture-Only: General Tools DSMM500 Meter Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transplanting Snake Plants
Snake plants are a super-popular low-light tolerant succulent houseplant. They prefer being a bit rootbound, but eventually will need a repotting. Today's episode goes over how to do that successfully. Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Bush Cucumbers: Hidden Secrets!
We think of cucumbers as trailing or vining plants, but there are a ton of compact, bush varieties you should consider when growing in smaller urban spaces. Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Pruning Strawberries 101
Today we talk about maximizing the yield of your strawberry plants, whether you're in your first year, growing June bearing, or ever bearing plants. There's a method for everyone! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Field Guide to Urban Gardening
Today's episode is a humble ask from me to you: if you've gotten value from the gardening content I've put out there...consider pre-ordering my book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening. In today's show I go into the details of what's in this book and why I think it's a great buy for you if you're a beginner to intermediate gardener looking to round out your knowledge. Learn More: Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Today Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Saving Giant Veggie Seeds
Kevin Fortey of Giant Veg is on the podcast today, talking about the genetic component of growing massive veggies...saving their seeds and propagating a line of epic vegetables. Learn More: Website Instagram Facebook Giant Veg Growing Community Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Grow a Giant Cucumber from Seed
Kevin Fortey of Giant Veg is on the podcast today, talking about growing and pruning techniques to have an EPIC-sized cucumber. Learn More: Website Instagram Facebook Giant Veg Growing Community Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Growing GIANT Carrots
Kevin Fortey of Giant Veg is on the podcast today, talking about growing giant carrots, as well as growing LONG carrots...different techniques! Learn More: Website Instagram Facebook Giant Veg Growing Community Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to [email protected], I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices