Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchSpring Garden clean up - Managing the leaves- ways to make this less work
Season 1 Episode 14
We discuss what to do with the fall leaves that are on the lawn or garden beds. Hint once again we opt for the easy way out.
1 year, 3 months ago
The benefits of attracting pollinators to your garden.
Season 1 Episode 12
Attracting pollinators helps our plants be productive. Its also a lot of fun to observe insects and small animals. A great way to enjoy insects is to…
1 year, 3 months ago
Composting- what is it and why do it?
Season 1 Episode 11
We discuss the types of composting done by the City, a large community garden and in the backyard. There are many benefits to using compost so learn…
1 year, 3 months ago
The Garden Climate - its really important for deciding what to plant.
Season 1 Episode 10
Here we discuss how the climate we live in affects how we plant, but also we talk about the micro climate conditions that exist in our gardens and a…
1 year, 3 months ago
Planting out - you have a lovely new plant - now what?
Season 1 Episode 9
Whether you started plants from seed or bought from the store , its time to plant outside. We focus on peppers , eggplant and tomatoes because we lov…
1 year, 4 months ago
Hardening off seedlings to prepare for planting out- time to toughen up the youngsters.
Season 1 Episode 8
you have a lovely seedling or a new plant to plant outside, it is hard to wait but giving them a gradual introduction to their new home outside will …
1 year, 4 months ago
Basics of Soil structure
Season 1 Episode 7
Maryanne shares her knowledge of soil structure. We explain that Organic matter is derived from living organisms that decay and add nutrients to the…
1 year, 4 months ago
An introduction to permaculture. - it sounds fancy and new but its actually old and time tested.
Season 1 Episode 6
We talk about the history and touch on principals of permaculture. This method of growing sounds new but like most good things is old- actually as o…
1 year, 4 months ago
Soil Basics 1- Soil texture
Season 1 Episode 4
We discuss the texture of soil. What that means and how to find out what texture your soil is and how to improve your soil. Maryanne also adds some i…
1 year, 4 months ago
Introducing the podcast plan - finally!
Season 1 Episode 5
I explain that this podcast is aimed at anyone hoping to gain confidence gardening we focus on climate and growing in Ottawa, Ontario , but also dis…
1 year, 4 months ago