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Back to SearchYou May Have Purchased the Wrong Plant
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares why you may have purchased the wrong plant. Is your plant dying? Do you struggle with keeping plants alive? There is a possibility that the pl…
Published on 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Plants Impossible to Kill Even if You Try
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about plants that are impossible to kill. Listen in for a practical guide for novice gardeners or those who struggle to keep plants alive. Ther…
Published on 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Impossible to Kill Perennials New for the Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center chat about impossible-to-kill perennials that are new to the gardens. Summer is here, and despite what you may think, you can still plant in you…
Published on 3 weeks, 5 days ago
What are Black Bumblebees Doing on My Hibiscus?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, describes an encounter with a black bumblebee while setting up a garden display featuring hibiscus plants on antique cars. These unique insects, also…
Published on 3 weeks, 6 days ago
How to Grow Better Berries in the Landscape
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to grow better berries in the landscape. Ample sunlight and proper planting techniques are crucial to avoiding crown rot and growing p…
Published on 4 weeks ago
What Does Pinching My Flowers Mean?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares what it means to pinch flowers. He delves into the importance of "pinching" or "deadheading" flowers, especially perennials and wildflowers. B…
Published on 4 weeks, 1 day ago
Healing Drought-Stressed Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, chats about healing drought-stressed gardens. When plants are severely impacted by unfavorable weather, consider removing and replacing them rather th…
Published on 1 month ago
Fast-Growing Plants for Thick Privacy Screens in the Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, discusses fast-growing plants for thick privacy screens in the landscape. Living walls in landscapes bring beauty to your landscape while also providi…
Published on 1 month ago
Best Summer Flowers for Perennial Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center, share the best summer flowers for Perennial Gardens. Check out the great blooms including Shasta daisies, agastache, coreopsis, and more. Learn…
Published on 1 month ago
How to Keep Tiny Black Ants Out of Your Kitchen and Home
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, shares how to keep tiny black ants out of your kitchen and home. We've entered monsoon season and with the increase in moisture, you may notice an inc…
Published on 1 month ago