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Back to SearchWhy Pine Trees Drop Brown Needles in Autumn
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, explains why pine trees drop brown needles in autumn. Explore what this shift really means for your landscape, and how recent conditions may be playi…
Published on 1 month ago
How to Irrigate Plants Through Winter
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how to irrigate plants through winter. Discover why keeping your plants watered, even during dormancy, can prevent winterkill and winter burn,…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Top 10 Deer & Rabbit Proof Plants and Repellents
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the top 10 deer & rabbit proof plants and repellents. Learn which plants are more resistant and the subtle strategies that make your landscape…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Trees That Stay Stunning in Winter
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss trees that stay stunning in winter. They'll share which varieties stand out for hardiness, growth, and visual appeal, w…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
When To Prune These Top 10 Shrubs
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, provides information on when to prune these top 10 shrubs. He discusses which popular shrubs in high-elevation gardens make the list and explains how…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
How to Plant Evergreen Vanderwolf Pines in Poor Soils
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss how to plant evergreen vanderwolf pines in poor soils. They'll tackle listener questions about gardening in Northern Ar…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
What Do Yellow Leaves Mean in Autumn?
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, answers the question: what do yellow leaves mean in autumn? Delve into the secrets behind why some plants shed their leaves while others remain green…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Why Fall Is the Best for Planting Evergreen Privacy Hedges
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares why fall is the best for planting evergreen privacy hedges. Discover how selecting the right evergreens and caring for them during the colder …
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
A Guide to Growing Vegetables Year-Round
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, provides a guide to growing vegetables year-round. Ken will explain which crops thrive in summer versus winter, share tips on planting cool-weather v…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
New Shrubs That Look Better in Winter
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss new shrubs that look better in winter. Dive into how evergreen shrubs can keep your garden vibrant throughout the winte…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago