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.
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Jun 6, 2017 • 7min
How To Remove Deep-Rooted Weeds Safely
Today's question deals with weeds, specifically how to get rid of deep-rooted weeds. These can be annoying because a weed can re-grow from even a tiny bit of root. Recommended Tools: Root Assassin Fiskar's Weed Extractor Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 5, 2017 • 7min
The Indestructible Cast Iron Plant
Cast iron plants, or Aspidistra elatior, are a super-hardy houseplant, making them a great beginner's choice. Learn exactly how to care for them in this in-depth guide. Learn More: Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra Elatior) Growing Guide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4, 2017 • 7min
5 Beneficial Bugs To Consider In Your Garden
We talk about pests all the time...but what about beneficial bugs? These five are must-haves in the garden. Learn what they are and how to encourage them to hang out in your yard! Keep growing, Kevin Learn more at Epic Gardening Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 3, 2017 • 8min
Stop This "Brown Thumb" Nonsense
I hear from people who claim to have a "brown thumb" all of the time. Stop it! There's no such thing. All gardening takes is a little creative thinking and dedication...it's not rocket science! Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 2, 2017 • 8min
How to Grow The Hawaiian Ti Plant
The Hawaiian Ti plant is one of the most vibrant houseplants you can grow at home...and it's not too hard to care for. Learn how in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn More: Hawaiian Ti Plant: Growing Cordyline Fruticosa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 1, 2017 • 10min
How Much Can You Make Selling Microgreens?
Today we learn the rough numbers behind a microgreens business and how the hype behind this type of business model might not be worth it. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more at Epic Gardening Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 31, 2017 • 10min
Starting a Microgreens Business
I've gotten a lot of questions about how to start a microgreens business, so today I go over the short story of how I got mine off the ground a few years ago. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn More: Everything You Need to Know About Microgreens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30, 2017 • 8min
What Does "Heirloom" Mean?
What's the difference between an heirloom vegetable, a hybrid, and a GMO? And why would you choose an heirloom? Find out in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more at Epic Gardening Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29, 2017 • 8min
How to Propagate by Air Layering
Air layering is a unique and useful propagation technique that many gardeners are unfamiliar with. Learn what it is, why it's valuable, and exactly how to do it in this overview! Learn More: Air Layering: How to Propagate Plants With This Unique Method Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28, 2017 • 7min
Inorganic vs. Organic Mulch?
Mulch is a complex topic and one that I won't cover completely in this episode. Instead, we'll look at how to choose between inorganic and organic mulches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
