The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers
Epic Gardening
The Beet started its existence as the Epic Gardening Podcast but has grown into a one-stop shop for plant lovers. Each week, we explore topics ranging from beginner gardening tips to in-depth discussions with industry and science experts. Here, we’ll open up new gardening horizons, inspire you to greater heights, share new and exciting discoveries in agriculture, and fill your mind with freshly harvested information you can apply to your own gardening journey.
Episodes
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Nov 13, 2017 • 8min
How to Make Mounded Raised Beds
Most of us grow in raised beds - wood, metal, brick, etc. But what about beds with no support structure? This is the type of bed that most market gardeners use and in today's episode I outline how to build one of your own. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 12, 2017 • 9min
Boston Fern Care
One of the most popular ferns out there, the boston fern can be a bit difficult to keep alive. Especially if you have trouble with ferns in general! Learn how to keep it green and growing in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 11, 2017 • 7min
How to Grow Infinite Basil
Today's episode is an add-on to a YouTube video I released last week. In it, I outline exactly how to grow a never-ending supply of basil off of a single plant. Watch the Video Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2017 • 11min
How to Kill Cucumber Beetles
Cucumber beetles can decimate your garden quickly and are hard to get rid of...until you listen to this episode! I know it's not cucumber season right now, but I couldn't resist recording this one for you all because I HATE these bugs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2017 • 9min
What is a Green Manure?
You've probably heard the term "green manure" thrown around. What does it mean? Is it the same as a cover crop? I go into this and more in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 8, 2017 • 8min
Planting a Pollinator and Beneficial Insect Bed
I've got a spare raised bed that I'm dedicating to pollinators and beneficial insects. I talk about them a lot on the podcast, so I figured it's time to put my money where my mouth is and develop a dedicated bed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 7, 2017 • 7min
How to Grow Microgreens in Raised Beds
In today's episode I go over a technique I'm using to grow microgreens in a raised bed. It's a cool idea that I'm trying to get a quick, plentiful harvest and also to add some organic matter into the soil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 6, 2017 • 6min
Soil Aeration 101
Soil aeration is a topic most gardeners don't fully understand...me included! But here are some basics to expand your soil-building knowledge. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 5, 2017 • 9min
Growing Black Eyed Susans
This flower is a classic in the garden and EASY to grow. Learn how in today's episode. Learn More: Black Eyed Susan: How To Grow And Care For Rudbeckia Plants Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 4, 2017 • 11min
Dianthus: How to Care For This Beautiful Flower
Dianthus is a huge plant family with hundreds of species, but fear not! This episode will teach you everything you need to know about growing and caring for them. Learn More: Dianthus Dreams: Caring For Carnations, Sweet Williams, and Pinks Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
