The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

Yard “waste” is only wasted, if you waste it! Learn how to turn it into beautiful black compost that you can use in your garden with Eddy Garcia. Connect with Eddy Garcia: Eddy Garcia has been living off-grid since he was 7 years old. He’s the lead designer of Living Earth Systems, and the Founder and Executive Director of Regenerative Education Centers. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAS...

Earthworms are some of the most functional and fascinating creatures on the planet, but many of us don’t know much about them. Learn how important they are for our soil and gardens in today’s show. Connect with Eddy Garcia: Eddy Garcia has been living off-grid since he was 7 years old. He’s the lead designer of Living Earth Systems, and the Founder and Executive Director of Regenerative Education...

IMOs are indigenous microorganisms that contribute to the overall ecosystem within your garden and landscape. Eddy Garcia explains the different types and how to cultivate them at home. Connect with Eddy Garcia: Eddy Garcia has been living off-grid since he was 7 years old. He’s the lead designer of Living Earth Systems, and the Founder and Executive Director of Regenerative Education Centers. Buy...

What is “Living Aquaponics”? It’s a system that plays more with nature instead of isolating an aquaponic system from nature. Eddy Garcia joins us on the podcast. Connect with Eddy Garcia: Eddy Garcia has been living off-grid since he was 7 years old. He’s the lead designer of Living Earth Systems, and the Founder and Executive Director of Regenerative Education Centers. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use...

The Master Seed Starting course from Joe Lamp’l is one of the best gardening courses I’ve ever had the pleasure of taking, and today we dive into why Joe created it, what’s in it, and why investing in gardening education is so worthwhile. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Acade...

Should you buy organic seeds? Does it even matter? Learn why both Joe Lamp’l and I prefer organic seeds in today’s show. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Academy™, where he teaches in-depth gardening courses, including the Master Seed Starting which is open now at joegardener....

The most common question I get is, “When do I start my seeds?” It’s a complicated answer because it depends on your own climate and growing zone. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Academy™, where he teaches in-depth gardening courses, including the Master Seed Starting which is...

Did you know seeds last way longer than you think? Learn the “Rule of 100” for storing seeds, as well as a hack for getting seeds on the cheap! Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Academy™, where he teaches in-depth gardening courses, including the Master Seed Starting which is o...

Seed starting can be tricky, so here Joe Lamp’l and I share 5 reasons that you seeds might not be germinating. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Academy™, where he teaches in-depth gardening courses, including the Master Seed Starting which is open now at joegardener.com/epic....

Join Joe Lamp’l and I as we take a journey INTO a seed and learn exactly how the germination process unfolds. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Academy™, where he teaches in-depth gardening courses, including the Master Seed Starting which is open now at joegardener.com/epic. J...

Joe Lamp’l is back on the podcast, talking about his new course, Master Seed Starting! In today’s show we discuss the 5 elements all seeds need to germinate. Connect With Joe Lamp'l: Joe Lamp’l is the Joe behind Joe Gardener and the host of Growing a Greener World on PBS. He’s the creator of the Online Gardening Academy™, where he teaches in-depth gardening courses, including the Master Seed Start...

Is the gardening revival a fad, or does it have staying power? I sure hope so! Nicole Burke comes on the show today to discuss her vision of gardening in 2030. Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of Kitchen Garden Revival, and developer of multiple garden courses. Nicole's Links: Take the Green Thumb Quiz Pre-order Nicole's Book Herb Course...

If you love plants and want to base your career around them, garden coaching may be an option for you. Nicole Burke of Gardenary comes on the show today to talk about how she started her business, and how many others have started in her wake. Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of Kitchen Garden Revival, and developer of multiple garden cour...

A kitchen garden is best thought of as an extension to your home, in the same way you’d think of your backyard patio. Knowing this, what are some rules of kitchen gardens to maximize your enjoyment of the space? Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of Kitchen Garden Revival, and developer of multiple garden courses. Nicole's Links: Take the G...

Nicole Burke mastered the salad garden, and comes on the show today to share with us some of her secrets to growing amazing greens. Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of Kitchen Garden Revival, and developer of multiple garden courses. Nicole's Links: Take the Green Thumb Quiz Pre-order Nicole's Book Herb Course Herb Garden eBook Herb Garde...

I bet you didn’t know this about herbs ;) - this piece of knowledge will help you care for your herbs with less effort and time, all while getting healthier plants! Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of Kitchen Garden Revival, and developer of multiple garden courses. Nicole's Links: Take the Green Thumb Quiz Pre-order Nicole's Book Herb Co...

When planning out your edible garden, I like to look to the experts - and who better than Nicole Burke, who has installed hundreds of gardens for clients around the country? Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of Kitchen Garden Revival, and developer of multiple garden courses. Nicole's Links: Take the Green Thumb Quiz Pre-order Nicole's Boo...

The most pervasive myth in gardening is that you have to have a “green thumb” to be good at it. Nothing could be further from the truth! You don’t need to have a “yoga body” to do yoga, or a “baseball arm” to play baseball. Gardening is a skillset. I’m joined by my friend Nicole Burke on today’s show. Connect With Nicole Burke Nicole Burke is the founder of Rooted Garden and Gardenary, author of K...

Herb gardens are rewarding, productive, and pretty easy to care for. Avoid a few classic herb garden mistakes and you'll be off to a savory start to your 2020 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,...

If you've got a pet, you might want to make better use of their waste...but is it safe? Learn how to safely compost pet poop 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 amaz...

Did you know bush peas existed? Most of us think of peas as simply a climbing plant, but there are some productive bush varieties to consider 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...

Succulent gardeners know that cactus soil is essential to good plant development. We cover everything you should know about your cactus mix! Learn More: Cactus Soil: Everything You Need to Know 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 multi...

Grass clippings are an incredible source of organic matter for your garden and lawn. Discover how to use them to boost plant growth. Learn More: How to Use Grass Clippings 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 heig...

Sandy soil is one of the major types of soil and has specific benefits and disadvantages. We'll show you how to improve sandy soils! Learn More: Improving Sandy Soil: What It Is and How to Amend Sandy Soil 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, c...

2020 is upon us...how is your garden plan going? Before you sit down and sketch out how you want your garden to look this year, let's go over a few mistakes many beginners make! 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...