The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

How do you approach fall gardening? When do you plan, what do you grow, and what fall crops should you plant? Learn More: Fall Garden Guide: How to Plan, Pick, and Grow The Best Fall Vegetables Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have garden tools that have gotten all rusty and neglected? They're easily saved with a little vinegar, lubricant, and a scouring pad. Find out how in today's episode. YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUrcJUmfYiE Blog Post: How to Remove Rust From Tools The Easiest Way Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the biggest complaints I get from potential hydroponic growers is just how UGLY hydroponics systems can look. In this episode I riff on some ways to beautify your gardens. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's question comes from Phil Koster, who wanted to know about the differences in animal manure and whether it's a balanced fertilizer. Well, I went a bit numbers-crazy in this episode but I hope you still enjoy! Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's question comes from Phil, who wonders why his iceberg lettuce didn't form a head. There's an easy answer... Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's question comes from Phil, who asks about planting asparagus in late fall. Is it possible? Find out the answer, plus how to grow asparagus in general in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is part 5 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this final episode, we talk about Khaled's vision for the future of his farm, and farming in general. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is part 4 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this 4th episode, we talk about how Khaled makes double-filtered, liquid chicken fertilizer and runs it through a drip line. We also talk about how you can do something similar at home in a DIY fashion! Follow Khale...

Today's episode is part 3 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this 3rd episode, we talk about why he chose to farm vertically instead of growing in the fertile soil of his farm. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

Today's episode is part 2 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this second episode, we talk about how he grows EPIC strawberries (which he is famous for) in a simple and easy-to-follow way. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Today's episode is part 1 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this first episode, we talk about how his farm has managed to survive and thrive in the first year of operation. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

How do you keep a productive and healthy garden in the fall! In this episode we go over:  Why PROTECTION is the #1 rule of Fall What crops will thrive in your garden A few products you may want to consider Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the comments I hear most from friends is, "I can't garden yet...I don't have enough space." That's nonsense! In this episode, you'll get a basic primer of how to garden in an apartment. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've heard of giant veggies but have NO IDEA how they're grown, here's a step-by-step guide on growing giant fall carrots! Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You already know bees are vital for your garden...but you're having a hard time getting them to actually COME to your garden! Learn 5 things you might want to try. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Venus flytraps are a fascinating but often confusing plant to grow and care for. Learn why you're probably killing your venus flytraps! Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's question comes from Pegi, who asks about the basics behind cover crops. If you think they're just for larger-scale growers...think again! Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I don’t know about you, but I’m obsessed with gardening videos and documentaries. There are so many different ways to garden and such a wealth of knowledge on YouTube these days that it’s hard not to be addicted to it. Plus, everyone is sharing all of this information for free! There are some truly inspiring gardens and gardeners here, as well as some older documentaries that are hard to find, but...

I get this question all of the time - what do you do with the soil after you harvest your microgreens? It's a great question, and there isn't one answer, so listen in! Learn More: Microgreens Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to grow chili peppers year-round indoors? In this episode I answer this question and explain exactly why so you can apply it to other plants. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crotons offer a splash of color to any environment. With thick, leathery leaves that have a shiny surface and that grow in a wide variety of colors, they’re admired as an ornamental. They even flower, with both male and female flowers on a given plant — but their inflorescence pales in comparison to the red, orange, yellow, black, even green or bluish-purple hues that the leaves produce. Learn Mor...

Orchids are a bit of an outlier when it comes to how they grow, which makes it hard to know when to repot them. Learn how, when, and why in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever heard of the "tickle me" plant? It's a plant that moves when you touch it. Cool, but are there actually benefits to touching all of your plants?  Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is coming at you from the road so it will be short. This is all about what I noticed foraging for blueberries and both Maine and Alaska, plus a question for all of you at the end!   Keep growing,  Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In my time studying gardeners and working with them, I've noticed habits that the better gardeners practice every single day. Here are eight of them that I noticed. Which do you NOT do?   Keep growing,  Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices