Growing Gardeners

This episode is from the heart!!!  I want you to ask yourself the question, "Am I growing a garden, or am I a gardener?" before you ever plant a single thing!!  This season is kicking off in confidence, and oh this is so good!!!  Once you decide to take on the identity of a gardener, everything changes!!      Resources From This Episode:   ➡ Get my FREE planting...

EPISODE 100!! Whatttt??? So fun!! And I have packed so much into this less than 30 minute garden pick me up. This episode is for you if you need a nudge to start the transition to a fall garden.  Summer is over, and you have decisions to make!!  I think this episode will help you do just that!!      And if you feel like you could benefit from more simplified inst...

In this FIRST episode of the brand new season of the Growing Gardeners podcast we are digging in to three things you DON'T need to be successful gardener.  And I am also throwing in three must haves as well!!!  This is a perfectly timed episode as we are gearing up to plant our cool season garden, and probably, making lots of trips to the nursery.  What I have learned in the last 6...

  On this episode of the Growing Gardeners podcast, you will go to garden church. With an on fire message straight from the heart, Kellye reminds us all of why we want to garden in the first place. As we did in to this mindset shift of seeing our garden with the end in mind we automatically set ourselves up to grow more of what matters most. And we are able to harvest more of what matters mos...

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we are bringing back an oldie but goodie podcast episode!! This episode is from 2023, but it is just as relevant today as we dive into how to garden with kids! I got to sit down and chat with the Wild Child Kitchen Gardens community manager, Lindsey Kennedy. Lindsey is a busy mom of 4 with a suburban garden, where she teaches her kids how to grow through gard...

Thinking about starting all your vegetables from seed this season? Hold on—today we’re talking about the three mistakes I see gardeners make the most and why they are detrimental to your success. In this episode of   Growing Gardeners , I'm sharing some "learned the hard way" lessons that I think you need to know before you ever drop one seed into your soil!   Whether you’re a first...

  Thinking about starting all your vegetables from seed this season? Hold on—today we’re talking about four veggies (and a fruit) that are better off NOT started indoors. In this episode of Growing Gardeners , I’m saving you time, energy, and a whole lot of frustration by breaking down why certain vegetables—like carrots, garlic, asparagus, and onions—just don’t belong under your grow lights....

In this episode of Growing Gardeners , I am sharing all about seeds!!  Saving them, planting them, and starting them for the next season! This is such a packed episode that I know you are going to love!!  Stop everything and listen! I promise it will be worth it!!   In This Episode You'll Learn What you can still plant right now How to make the most of the time we have left When you...

In this episode of Growing Gardeners , I am pulling back the curtain on a tomato tip that might feel a little scary—but can completely transform your harvest: topping your tomato plants. If you’ve ever felt like your tomatoes are growing everywhere but not producing the way you hoped, this episode is for you.   In This Episode You'll Learn What topping is and why it matters When to top f...

What if we've got summer all wrong??  Summer feels intimidating overwhelming and HOT!  We envision ourselves sweating in the sun all day, fighting pests, and endless watering, and most of us say, "no thank you."   But what if we are missing the whole point of the summer garden?  What if the summer garden would grow itself? What if it was the smallest but most important season o...

  If it feels like your garden is fighting you, this episode will help you shift from controlling to collaborating with your garden. We’ll explore how to align with nature’s rhythms so your garden starts to feel like a partner, not a problem.   In This Episode You'll Learn: Common mistakes that create resistance How to listen to your garden’s signals Strategic neglect and letting na...

  In this episode, we will explore how to meet the version of yourself that thrives in the June garden rhythm—harvesting, observing, and slowing down. This episode invites you to connect deeply with the gardener you’ve become, and to step into the ease of seasonal alignment.     In This Episode You'll Learn: How to identify as your “June Garden Self” How to celebrate what you’v...

  Feeling discouraged with your spring garden?  Had enough of the heat already? This episode of Growing Gardeners is your summer survival guide for the garden! Kellye shares three practical ways to keep growing—even in the dog days of summer. Whether you're giving tomatoes a second shot, dreaming of a garden that can handle the heat, or maybe you want to create a shade-loving container s...

In this episode, we’re talking about the one plant you didn’t know your garden was missing: roselle hibiscus. This bold, beautiful, and wildly useful plant is a game-changer for busy women who want to grow something simple, stunning, and seriously satisfying. From homemade herbal teas and spiced syrups to kid-friendly harvests and pollinator beauty, roselle hibiscus is the must-grow gem of the sea...

May is the "make or break" month in the zone 9 garden.  What you plant or don't plant this month is setting the stage for your summer success.  In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly what I'm doing in my garden, and a decision that might surprise you.     What You’ll Learn: What I'm planting this month and why Why melons are my top priority for summer garden...

Tomato suckers—should you pinch them, leave them, or root them? In this episode, we dive into the truth about these controversial little shoots and how to decide what’s best for your garden. You’ll learn when to prune, when to never prune, and how to multiply your tomato plants for free. Plus, we answer a great listener question about over-pruning!   What You’ll Learn:  What a tomato suc...

In this episode of Growing Gardeners , we’re digging into the quiet, powerful truth that growth—real growth—takes time. In the garden and in the gardener.   I’ll share why quick-fix gardening hacks aren’t enough, why legacy matters more than trends, and how finding a mentor (instead of just consuming content) can transform the way you learn to grow. This is your invitation to slow down, dig d...

When the weather warms, garden planting gets more and more of a priority.  And no garden should be planted without a fresh layer of compost.  In this episode, we are breaking down compost —  why it's considered garden gold, the options when buying compost, and how to make your own .  Whether you are working with a big backyard or a small patio, this episode is packed with...

Thinking about starting a raised bed garden but not sure which type of bed to choose?  In this episode, we are breaking down everything you need to know about selecting the right raised bed — from material to sizing, we are going to talk about it all.  Whether you are working with a big backyard or a small patio, I will help you find the perfect raised bed setup for your space. PLUS, I'm...

  If you’re short on time, space, or confidence in your gardening skills, this episode is for you! Today, we’re talking about the one thing I’d grow this spring if I could only choose one— bush snap beans ! These easy, fast-growing, and low-maintenance plants are perfect for busy women who want fresh, homegrown food and want an easy way to start!   In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why bu...

Do you ever feel like something in your garden is just missing?  Yes you grow a garden, but you really don't feel much like a gardener?  This week I am sharing the audio from the second half of  a 2 day live event I just wrapped up called "The Busy Woman's Guide To Gardening." In this workshop I share how busy women, just like you, and growing overproducing gardens in the...

  If you are ready to grow a garden that you love, this episode is for you!!  We are talking about how we decide what we are going to plant.  And, as you have probably already guessed, it is not at all how  you think.    Here's What We Are Talking About Today: ✨ A quick, and very powerful, exercise you can do right now, wherever you are, that will help you start...

Ever feel like life is too busy for a garden? Believe me, I get it. This week I am sharing the audio from a 2 day live event I just wrapped up called "The Busy Woman's Guide To Gardening." In this workshop I share how busy women, just like you, and growing overproducing gardens in the space they have with the time they've got. And they are loving it!! You can do it too!  ...

Ever feel like life is too busy for a garden? Believe me, I get it. But here’s the thing: gardening doesn’t have to feel like one more thing on your to-do list. This year, I’m making space for things that truly bring me joy—starting with my garden.   In this week’s episode of Growing Gardeners , I’m sharing my personal garden goals for the year: ✨  Planting nostalgic fruit trees that re...

As we dive into a new year of gardening, I’ve been reflecting on everything my garden taught me in 2024—and let me tell you, the lessons were as abundant as the cucumbers! In the latest episode of Growing Gardeners , I’m sharing five powerful takeaways from last year’s garden: ✨ The art of quitting while you’re ahead ✨ Why you should grow something that scares you ✨ How focusing on the growing...