Podcast Episodes

🎥 Interview With Chris Shipley, Civano Nurseries

Episode 1051

Chris Shipley of Civano Nurseries joins us today to talk about Civano Nurseries in Tucson, his favorite native plants, and how Civano Nurseries develops new and exciting varieties of plants for Garde…

Published on 4 months ago

🌶️ Growing Better Herbs & Vegetables in Containers

Episode 1050

You don’t need a huge garden to supply fresh and delicious vegetables and herbs for your summer table! Ken and Lisa Lain talk about the best varieties for containers, how to pick the right size conta…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

🍅 The 3 Types of Tomatoes and Benefits of Each

Episode 1049

If your idea of garden heaven is a ripe, succulent tomato warm off the vine, this show is for you! Ken Lain talks about the 3 types of tomatoes, the differences in each, and how to help these summer …

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

🌻Garden Q & A With Ken & Lisa Lain, the Mountain Gardeners

Episode 1048

This week, Ken and Lisa Lain answer your questions about best practices for growing in raised bed gardens, how much sun and the best soil for your roses to thrive and bloom, and how to help your frui…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

🫛 Insider Garden Tips to More Vegetables this Season

Episode 1047

Learn from the experts about the tips that will make your vegetable garden the envy of all this season! All about how to make sure you have enough zucchini to send your neighbors running for cover, t…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 17 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!

Episode 1046

Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here!

Get ready to catch Ken and Lisa's gardening bug! They're bursting with knowledge and passion for growing beautiful things…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

👨‍🌾 Garden Therapy: What I love Most about Gardening

Episode 1044

Ken Lain talks about moisture cycles in the Central Highlands, and how spring moisture will cause those early blooms (and weeds) to take off! Learn about fertilizing and weed control, turning on your…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

🎥An Interview with Douglas Forst from Armstrong Growers

Episode 1045

Douglas Forst of Armstrong Growers joins us today to talk about how he got into the business, his favorite plants, and how Armstrong Growers brings the newest and best flowers, perennials, vegetables…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

🪴Updated Container Style with Spring Flowers

Episode 1043

Perennials in containers add gorgeous color and interest to your landscape, and they are easy to grow with less weeding, watering and care required. But sometimes these containers get tired and need …

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

🌵 3 Types of Yucca for Every Garden Style

Episode 1042

🌵 3 Types of Yucca for Every Garden Style

This segment is all about Yuccas, Agaves and Century Plants! These native beauties are perfect for the Arizona Central Highlands, and they’re stunning additi…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago