Podcast Episodes

🌲Top 10 Landscape Evergreens for Holiday Decorating🌲

Episode 896

Hey, mountain gardeners, Ken Lain here! With the right evergreens, creating a festive outdoor display is a breeze!

Arizona Cypress, with its soft texture and silvery-blue foliage, adds a touch of e…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

🎄Why are Poinsettias used to Celebrate Holidays like Christmas 🎄

Episode 895

Hey gardeners, Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here! Poinsettias have become a beloved symbol of Christmas, but have you ever wondered why?

The story begins with a young Mexican girl named …

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

🌄Can Poinsettias Live Outdoors🌄

Episode 894

Hey there, fellow gardeners! Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here.  Poinsettias, with their vibrant red foliage, scream "holiday cheer!"

But these tropical beauties much prefer the cozy indoors. Thi…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

🌺 How to Grow a Better Holiday Poinsettia 🌺

Episode 893

Hey there, fellow mountain gardeners! Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here. Poinsettias are the quintessential holiday plant, but keeping them vibrant throughout the season can be tricky.

Th…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

❄️Best Pond Care for a Healthy Winter❄️

Episode 892

Ken Lain, The Top 10 Gardener here! As temperatures drop, remember your pond! Fish and pumps are at risk when water features freeze.

Remove leaves and debris to prevent a toxic buildup under the ice,…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Welcome to Episode 24 - 49 of The Top 10 Gardener Podcast' with Ken and Lisa Lain! 🎙️

Episode 891

Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here! This week we will cover a range of gardening topics, from indoor pests to outdoor winter preparations. We'll discuss how to combat pesky houseplant gnats,…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

🌺How Many Poinsettia Colors are There Really🌺

Episode 890

Did you know there are over 100 colors of Poinsettias? Most stores only carry red, but you can find a rainbow of choices at Watters Garden Center! From the icy pink hues of the 'Ice Punch' to the spe…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

👨‍🌾Gardening Tips for Years End 👨‍🌾

Episode 889

Hey, mountain gardeners, Ken Lain here! The end of the year doesn't mean the end of gardening! Here in the mountains, it's the perfect time to prepare your garden for a stunning comeback next spring.…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

🏡Top 10 Year-End Garden Tasks for a Better Yard 🏡

Episode 888

Hey gardeners, Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here! The gardening season may be winding down, but there's still plenty to do to ensure a thriving garden next spring. Get a jump on the new ye…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

❄️How to Frostproof Irrigation and the Well House❄️

Episode 887

Hey there, fellow gardeners! Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here.  Winter's coming, and it's time to protect those outdoor water systems!

Here in the Central Highlands, we don't usually experience …

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago