Podcast Episodes

🌸 Why are Poinsettias used to Celebrate Holidays like Christmas?

Episode 1261

One of the most beautiful holiday plants are poinsettias – they are a popular tradition for home decorating and gift giving. How did these iconic plants become synonymous with Christmas?

Master Garde…

Published on 20 hours ago

🎁 When to Plant Poinsettia and Christmas Cactus in Outside Gardens

Episode 1260

Did you know you can plant your beautiful Poinsettias and colorful Christmas cactus outside after you enjoy them for the holidays? Master Gardener Ken Lain shares how to care for Poinsettias and Chri…

Published on 1 day, 20 hours ago

🌺 Q & A: How to Grow a Better Holiday Poinsettia

Episode 1259

Poinsettias are one of the holiday season’s most iconic plants, and now they come in many different colors and varieties.  Ken and Lisa share how to purchase, care for and grow your poinsettias so yo…

Published on 2 days, 20 hours ago

💦 Preparing Gardens with Ponds for Winter

Episode 1258

💦 Preparing Gardens with Ponds for Winter

Your garden pond is a beautiful addition to your landscape, but as the weather gets colder, how do you care for it through the winter? Master Gardener Ken La…

Published on 3 days, 20 hours ago

🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 41 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!

Episode 1257

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 days, 20 hours ago

🎁 The Story of Holiday Gift Cards at Watters Garden Center

Episode 1256

People from all over the world know where to find a gift their Prescott relatives and friends will appreciate all year long! Master Gardener Ken Lain shares the latest on Watters Gift Cards – recipie…

Published on 5 days, 20 hours ago

🎄 Deck the Halls: The History of Holiday Plants

Episode 1255

It’s time now to decorate your home and gift your favorite holiday plants – poinsettias, Christmas cactus, living Christmas trees, wreaths, amaryllis and more. Did you ever wonder how these plants ca…

Published on 6 days, 20 hours ago

👨‍🌾 Top 10 Year End Garden Tasks for a Better Yard

Episode 1254

A few garden tasks completed now will set you up for garden success in spring! Master Gardeners Ken & Lisa Lain share a list of things you can do as winter approaches to make sure your garden thrives…

Published on 1 week ago

☹️ Why Customer Service Died at Verizon - a True Story

Episode 1253

Watters Garden Center focuses on outstanding service, making sure our customers get the right plants, the right answers to their questions, and a great experience when they visit the Garden Center. M…

Published on 1 week, 1 day ago

🌳 Q&A: The Most Popular Holiday Trees and How to Plant them

Episode 1252

Living Christmas trees can bring joy long after the season has passed, adding variety and beauty to your landscape.  Ken and Lisa share the most popular trees for the holidays, and how to plant them …

Published on 1 week, 2 days ago