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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

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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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Published 2020-08-30

Dealing With Rabbits

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Rabbits. The cutest pest in the garden. Here are a few tried and true ways to prevent or at least mitigate them in your garden. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-29

Grey Rot on Strawberries

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Grey rot can quickly take over your juicy strawberry crop, so let's learn a few ways to control and treat it. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-28

How to Compost Tomatoes

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To compost, or not to compost tomatoes? It's a topic of much debate? I personally compost them, with a few caveats that I share in today's show. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-27

Wood Ash in Compost?

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After a bonfire, what should you do (if anything) with the wood ash? Can it be composted or used in the garden? Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-26

6 Beet Varieties to Try

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Beets are more diverse than you might imagine. Here are 6 varieties to try this fall...you might find a new favorite ;) Learn More: Growing Beets: A Bounty Of Root Crops For Fall & Spring Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-25

Growing Pumpkins Vertically

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They may be heavy, but pumpkins can be grown vertically in a variety of methods! Learn More: White Pumpkins: Care, Types, and Growing Tips
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Published 2020-08-24

Keep a Garden Journal

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Garden journals are essential, no matter how you track your progress. Without knowing what went well, and what failed, you'll make the same mistakes again. Gardening takes a long time, so resolve to never repeat the same mistake by taking notes. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-23

What Does Deep Watering Even Mean?

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We hear to "water deeply" often, but how do you actually know what that means? How long is a "deep water"? Here's how to find out. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-22

Why To STOP Your Tomatoes

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As you reach the end of the season, it's time to think about topping off your tomatoes and forcing ripening on the existing fruits! Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-21

When to Plant for Fall Gardening

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Fall is coming and it's a confusing time, as many gardeners don't know when to start seeds and plant them out. Here are some simple rules of thumb to go by. Learn More: How to Time Your Fall Planting Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-20

4 Tips for Heat Waves

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IT'S HOT! Here are 4 ways to beat the heat in your garden and give your plants a chance to survive. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-19

Water and Energy Use in Garden

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Quick update on energy systems at the homestead, with thoughts on greywater, rainwater collection, and water heating! Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-18

How to Grow Artichokes

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We don’t give artichokes enough credit. They may descend from thistles and have a funny name, but these are actually very interesting veggies! Let’s take a look at the wonderfully weird features of this plant and you’ll soon be imaging it in your own garden. Learn More: Growing Artichokes for Prickly Gardening Fun
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Published 2020-08-18

Mediterranean Herbs You Must Grow

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No matter who you are, Mediterranean herbs are a must-have for your herb garden. Originating from the countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, these herbs prefer warm climates and well draining soils.  Learn More: 20 Mediterranean Herbs To Grow In Your Garden Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-16

Best Practices for Rooftop Gardening

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After 8 years of experience, Robert has some wise words for those of you looking to start a rooftop garden. Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-15

The Best Onion Youve Never Grown

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One of my favorite dishes I had while in Barcelona was an onion, but grown and prepared in a unique way. Trust me...you’re going to want to grow these next season. Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-14

Gardening in the Pandemic

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What has the recent explosion in gardening interest meant to society as a whole? Will we all stick with this gardening thing, or is it just because we’re bored and stuck at home? Robert Strauss and I discuss. Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-13

Is It Worth it to Grow on a Roof

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Will urban gardening save the world? What about turning every rooftop in a city into a garden? Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-12

Foolproof Rooftop Gardening Method

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When I met Robert and toured his garden, the first thing that struck me was his unique way of growing in containers. He’s solved many of the common problems you’ll find in container gardening with his rooftop garden experience Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-11

Growing in Ground vs. On Rooftops

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What’s the difference between growing on a roof and growing in ground? Is one better than the other? Robert shares his experiences Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-10

Gardening Around the World

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My good friend Robert has gardened in just about every climate and location you can imagine...including rooftops. He’s on the show this week to share his wealth of unconventional gardening wisdom. Connect With Robert Strauss: Robert Strauss is a rooftop gardener based in Barcelona, Spain who I met while traveling. He’s got 8 years of experience growing on rooftops and you can find him on Instagram at @thefarmerontheroof. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-09

Common Squash and Cucumber Pests

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Squash and cukes are classic summer crops that get blasted by pests...so learn which are likely to affect your plants and how to control them. Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-08

Grow Better Eggplants

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Eggplants can be a challenge for most gardeners, but after these tips from Gary Pilarchik, you'll have a LOT more success with yoru crop. Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-07

Grow Better Peppers

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The world of peppers goes DEEP...explore it! And do so armed with these pepper growing tips from Gary Pilarchik. Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-06

Grow Better Tomatoes

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Tomatoes need a lot of love. Learn some of Gary's best tips for growing truly epic, juicy toms. Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-05

Tomatoes & Hydrogen Peroxide

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If you struggle with blight on your tomatoes, this tip is AMAZING to help you prevent and cure it! Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-04

Making Your Own Container Soil Mix

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Gary Pilarchik is back to talk about how to make the best container soil mix you'll ever grow in. Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-08-03

Advice to New Gardeners Getting Started

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Today, Gary Pilarchik, a huge gardening inspiration to me, is on the podcast. We talk about some of his best pieces of advice for a beginner gardener. Connect With Gary Pilarchik: Gary Pilarchik is the man behind The Rusted Garden, a wildly popular YouTube channel. He also has a blog of the same name, as well as a store where he sells seeds and gardening supplies. His book, The Modern Homestead Garden: Growing Self-Sufficiency in Any Size Backyard. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-26

N-P-K Are NOT The ONLY Macro Nutrients Plants Need

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NPK, the three macronutrients a plant needs...or are they? Charles Malki shares his six macronutrients that a plant needs in today’s show. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-25

Top 5 Reasons To Mulch Your Garden

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By now, I’ve stressed the importance of mulching to death, but it’s helpful to hear it from another voice from time to time. Charles Malki lays out the case for mulching, especially around fruit trees. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-24

The Perfect Soil Is 95-99 Native

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I’ve noticed great results from slightly improving native soil vs. growing in fully designed soil mixes, which leads me to believe that some of the best results at my new home may come from in-ground beds. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-23

Feeding Your Soil for Long-Lasting Garden Results

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We’ve talked about soil quite a bit on the podcast, but another refresher on the importance of feeding soil (not plants) is always warranted, and Charles Malki puts it eloquently in today’s show. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-22

Every Garden Should Have Pests

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We need to reframe how we view pests - they’re food for other organisms in the garden, not just things that destroy your plants. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-21

Natives: The Secret of EASY Gardening

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We always hear about growing native plants, but rarely do we hear them explained in such a way as Charles approaches it. I’m sold on natives for about 10-15% of my property. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-20

White-Washing Trees?

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Today we kick off a week with Charles Malki, a plant expert with a specific focus on fruit trees. As a new homeowner, I’m learning a lot about fruit tree care and specifically a little-known practice called “white-washing”. Connect With Charles Malki Charles Malki is the author of Saving The World With The Home Garden: Improve Our Planet's Health With Natural Gardening Lessons. He has a degree in biology, and is the plant expert for IV Organics, a gardening product company and also has a fantastic YT channel of the same name. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-19

Plant a Thai Food Garden

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Published 2020-07-18

Tomato Trellis Options

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Published 2020-07-17

Cheap Trellis Options

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Published 2020-07-16

Attracting Birds to the Garden

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Published 2020-07-15

Easiest Hummingbird Feeder Ever

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Published 2020-07-14

All About Ladybugs

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Published 2020-07-13

Are Insect Homes a Fad

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Published 2020-07-12

5 Reasons Squash Doesn t Fruit

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Published 2020-07-11

Why Tomatoes Crack

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Published 2020-07-10

How to Grow Peanuts

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Published 2020-07-09

A Cool Backyard Orchard Design

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Published 2020-07-09

3 Reasons for Yellow Tomato Leaves

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Published 2020-07-08

Building an In-Ground Bed

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Published 2020-07-07

Epic Homestead Update

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Today, an update on the new Epic Homestead. Make sure to subscribe to my 2nd YouTube channel for visual updates on how I'm developing the property: https://www.youtube.com/c/epicurbanhomestead Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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Published 2020-07-06

Quick Bamboo Care

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There's a lot to the world of bamboo, but here are some quick care tips to get you off to a good start growing this absolutely EPIC and useful plant. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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