Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener answers the question 'when is the best time to cut back wildflowers?' Ivy, holly, and other evergreens are just beautiful this time of year. Now some native plants, those wildflowers, are starting to look a little rough. When should you start to cut them back to keep them healthy for next spring? Listen in to find out! Listen to Ken Lain&a...

In this episode, Ken Lain, the mountain gardener shares how to resurrect your poinsettia. Your poinsettia might be looking a little worse for wear after the holidays but don't toss it out just yet! With a little TLC and some strategic darkness, you can coax it back to its vibrant, red glory for next Christmas. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain&...

In this episode, Ken Lain discusses landscape evergreens for holiday decorating. Discover the magic of holiday decorating with nature's finest evergreens! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.  Listen to...

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share why poinsettias are used to celebrate holidays like Christmas. These plants are more than just pretty holiday decor! Those fiery red blooms aren't just Christmas eye candy, they have a rich history woven into holiday traditions. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mou...

In this episode, Ken Lain answers the question "Can poinsettias live outdoors?" Those dazzling Christmastime bloom might seem like temporary guests, but poinsettias can actually thrive year-round! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA...

In this episode, Ken and Lisa discuss how to grow a better holiday poinsettia. Watters Garden Center has dozens of colors ranging from traditional shades of red, pink, and white to burgundy, peach, striped, and freckled. Poinsettias add a festive splash of color to every room and every decor. Perfect as a centerpiece, around the hearth where holiday spirits need lifting and they are ideal gifts fo...

In this episode, Ken Lain, the mountain gardener, is your friendly guide to maintaining your outdoor water features, such as ponds, fountains, and decorative water elements with a touch of earthy wisdom. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, a...

In this episode, Ken Lain discusses how much cold plants can take before you should cover them.  What growing zone are we in? What plants can you plant that can handle the winter? Listen in to learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on...

In this episode, Ken Lain discusses gardening tips for years end. Learn how to keep your lawn green longer, how to avoid those brown spots when the frost starts and more! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM....

In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about what end-of-year tasks you can do for your garden to liven it up for the new year! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.  Listen to Mountain Gardene...

In this episode, Ken Lain discusses how to frost proof your irrigation and the well. As temperatures continue to drop, it is important to protect your irrigation. So what should you be doing? Listen in to find out! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am...

In this episode, we'll embark on a journey into the world of holiday trees, exploring their unique charms and offering tips on selecting and planting the perfect evergreen companion for your home. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and...

In this episode, Ken Lain talks about what to do with those gnats on your houseplants. All your plants have come inside and you might have noticed those little black gnats floating around the tv, tablets, and windows. So how do you get rid of them? Find out more! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays...

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great tips for how to repot houseplants and when to do it. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.  Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST...

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener informs you of when you can prune blooming shrubs! He also talks about his recent trip to Europe! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.  Follow Cast11 on Facebook...

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great gardening tips for this fall and winter. How to irrigate plants through the Winter? How often do you need to water dormant plants? Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again o...

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great gardening tips for this fall and winter. How to keep Deer and Rabbits from eating your plants? Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30...

In this episode, Ken and Lisa, The Mountain Gardener share some great gardening tips for this fall and winter. Trees that look good all Winter long. Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 &...

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares When to prune back these top 10 Shrubs. Also, Prepare your Garden for next year's plants.  Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95....

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener answers listeners' questions about how to best plant Evergreen Vanderwolf pines in poor Soils. Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95....

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares what yellow leaves mean in Autumn. What happens to our trees when they lose their leaves? Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 &amp...

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great gardening tips for this fall and winter. How do you get some color this winter and how to keep your landscapes visually interesting? Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again...

In this episode, Ken Lain discusses winter vegetables and herbs for holidays. Our summer growing season is over so as we say goodbye to those summer plants, let's turn our attention to those plants that love to grow in the winter. Bring in the lettuce, the chard, broccoli, and so many others! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Ga...

In this episode, Ken and Lisa talk about flowers that love the snow. Right around first frost we lose so many pretty plants and as we pull those summer and fall plants those empty pots can look a little sad. Learn from Ken and Lisa what plants, like pansies, do well in the winter and even love that snow. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Moun...

In this episode, Ken Lain shares why plants prefer organic foods over synthetic foods. Also learn why you should continue to water your trees through the winter. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.  Listen to...