The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

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. Click her...

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. Click here to shop Birdies...

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 a...

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. Click here to shop Birdie...

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 he...

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

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. Th...

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. Click...

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. Click...

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...

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. Click here to shop Birdies Garden Bed...

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. Click here to shop...

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 Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 10% off your first order of Birdies...

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 bed...

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 fi...

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 Bird...

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...

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...

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...

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 EPICPODC...

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...

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: Gr...

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...

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...

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. Bu...