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My Five Favorite Garden Tools
Episode 12
When I began gardening, I had no idea what tools I would need. Because my purpose for gardening in the first place was to save money, I had no intere…
9 years, 2 months ago
Cool Weather Crops in the Southern Garden
Episode 11
Along with the joys of a long growing season, southern gardeners also face a unique challenge -- cool weather crops don't thrive in the summer. So ho…
9 years, 2 months ago
Yes! Even a Beginner Can Grow Potatoes!
Episode 10
Potatoes are one of my most enjoyable crops to grow! They require little maintenance, and they harvest before the hot weather in my area begins to se…
9 years, 2 months ago
Growing Blueberries: Tips for Beginners
Episode 9
I had no idea what I was doing when I planted my first four blueberry bushes in the ground. Thankfully, the research I did served me well, and now I …
9 years, 3 months ago
How to Grow a Salsa Garden from Planning to Canning {FREE Download}
Episode 8
One of the main reasons many home gardeners grow tomatoes is to make their own salsa! So, how does one grow his or her own salsa? By planting a salsa…
9 years, 3 months ago
Composting Basics for the Beginner
Episode 7
If I had to choose one topic about which I get more questions asked, it would be composting. Yes, it can get complicated, but it doesn't have to. If …
9 years, 3 months ago
Plants that Climb & Sprawl: Choose the Best Trellis Option for Your Garden, Big or Small
Episode 6
In this week's episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast, I talk about a subject that is so much fun for me! I just love growing vegetables "up."
In…
9 years, 3 months ago
Creating Fertile Soil: The Basis of Your Best Garden
Episode 5
In this episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast, I attempt to demystify the mysterious world of the soil. I talk about important topics like:
why y…
9 years, 4 months ago
Seeds or Transplants? Which to Grow? When to Plant?
Episode 4
My very first year I planted a garden, I went to Lowe's and bought baby tomato, squash, okra, and watermelon plants. I was so new at gardening, it di…
9 years, 4 months ago
Weed Control Starts Early: 4 Types of Mulch You Can Use + Other Weed Control Methods
Episode 3
If there is one piece of advice I give all beginning gardeners, it is to make plans to mulch your garden. Mulch controls weeds, regulates soil temper…
9 years, 4 months ago