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In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the truth behind plant spikes. Late fall and early winter can make or break your garden, but are you preparing it the right way? Ken Lain reve…
Published on 1 week, 5 days ago
Winter Gardening Tips for Mountain Climates
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss winter gardening tips for mountain climates. They'll explain common challenges, seasonal care, and the surprising limit…
Published on 1 week, 6 days ago
How USDA Zones Can Transform Your Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how USDA zones can transform your garden. Dive into the unique challenges and opportunities of gardening in Northern Arizona. Also, learn a cr…
Published on 2 weeks ago
Better Winter Plant Choices with Direct Farm Shipping
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about better winter plant choices with direct farm shipping. Dive into how clever digital tools are leveling the playing field, allowing for na…
Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago
Top 10 Evergreens for a Stunning Holiday Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the top 10 evergreens for a stunning holiday landscape. Discover surprising tips about holiday trees that can live beyond the season, includin…
Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Why We Use Poinsettias to Celebrate the Holidays
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share why we use poinsettias to celebrate the holidays. Explore the surprising origins, a bit of old folklore, and how a certai…
Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago
When to Plant Poinsettias and Christmas Cactus Outdoors
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares when to plant poinsettias and Christmas cactus outdoors. Learn why some store-bought beauties fail almost immediately, while others keep bloom…
Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago
How to Grow a Better Holiday Poinsettia
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott explain how to grow a better holiday poinsettia. Learn surprising tips for keeping local plants healthy through the cold, inclu…
Published on 2 weeks, 6 days ago
Preparing Gardens with Ponds for Winter
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about preparing gardens with ponds for winter. From tackling one surprisingly stubborn pest to protecting both newly planted beds and backyard …
Published on 3 weeks ago
The Story of Holiday Gift Cards at Watters Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the story of holiday gift cards at Watters Garden Center. Learn how the team built a sophisticated online gift-card system complete with custo…
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago