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Ep. 257 Design principles and plants for edible landscapes | #GoodGrowing
Episode 298
In this episode of the Good Growing podcast, we explore the concept of edible landscaping, where ornamental plants double as food sources.
Emily, Ken,…
7 hours ago
Ep. 256 From mild to wild: Exploring hot peppers | #GoodGrowing
Episode 297
Love them or fear them, hot peppers bring the heat to gardens and kitchens alike. Join us as we dive into the spicy world of peppers with Dr. Jack Mc…
1 week, 1 day ago
Ep. 255 Big bluestem in the garden | #GoodGrowing
Episode 296
Big bluestem is one of the iconic grasses of the tallgrass prairie, and it's having a moment as this year's Perennial Plant of the Year! Check out th…
2 weeks ago
Gardenbite: How to Keep Tomatoes Healthy in Summer Heat: Pruning, Support, and Mulch | #GoodGrowing
In this Gardenbite episode of the Good Growing podcast, we dig into essential early summer tomato care to help keep your plants healthy, productive, …
3 weeks ago
Ep. 254 How We Became Horticulturists: Real Stories & Career Paths in Plant Science | #GoodGrowing
Episode 295
How do you actually become a horticulturist? Is it a straight path—or a winding trail full of unexpected turns?
In this episode of the Good Growing Po…
4 weeks ago
Ep. 253 Garden Q&A: Is it Poison Hemlock? Weird Pepper Myths, Bluebird Drama, and more! | #GoodGrowing
Episode 294
Got weird plants in your yard? Strange damage on your trees? Or birds attacking your truck? You’re not alone! In this Good Growing Podcast Q&A episod…
1 month ago
Ep. 252 Growing together: Three Sisters gardening | #GoodGrowing
Episode 293
This week on the Good Growing Podcast, we dig into the Three Sisters gardening method, an Indigenous planting system that brings corn, beans, and sq…
1 month, 1 week ago
Ep. 251 Celebrating the Year of the Azalea and Talking How to Grow Them | #GoodGrowing
Episode 292
The National Garden Bureau has named 2026 the Year of the Azalea! Ken, Emily, and Chris are digging into what makes these colorful (and sometimes fin…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Ep. 250 Tree care pet peeves | #GoodGrowing
Episode 291
Long-time listeners know that Ken, Chris, and Emily are passionate about proper plant care practices. On this week’s podcast, the team discusses six …
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Ep. 249 Common Tree Diseases and Insect Pests in Illinois and What to Do About Them | #GoodGrowing
Episode 290
As we reach Arbor Day this month of April, the Good Growing team dives into the biotic world of tree pests and diseases, breaking down what’s really …
2 months ago