Green Acres Garden Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Green Acres Garden Podcast is the podcast that’ll teach budding gardeners like you to grow your green thumb. But whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Get to know Kevin and Austin as they have conversations with community gardeners and gurus at Green Acres Nursery & Supply—they'll answer questions you didn't know you had.
Summer temperatures are pushing gardens to their limits. In this episode, Kevin and Austin share practical strategies to help your plants survive extreme heat, intense sun, and long stretches of hot weather.
Learn when and how to water effectively, why mulch is one of your best defenses against heat stress, and when shade cloth can make all the difference. The conversation also covers tree wrap, Wilt Stop, and other techniques that can help protect vegetables, fruit trees, and landscape plants during the hottest part of the season.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin visits Justin Davis at Neanderthal Farms in Fair Oaks, California. Justin shares what's new on his thriving micro farm and explains how he builds healthy soil with living mulch. Topics include growing vertically, protecting crops with shade cloth, maximizing production in small spaces, and an exclusive first look at Justin's upcoming tomato variety developed with Wild Boar Farms.
Check out Justin's farm at Neanderthal Farms
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Figs are one of the easiest and most rewarding fruit trees you can grow!
In this episode, Austin visits local fig expert Roman Ambroselli for a tour of his remarkable backyard collection. From rare wild varieties he discovered to potted fig trees growing on his rooftop, Roman shares the passion that turned his garden into a fig paradise.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Tim Dick the Beekeeper returns to the podcast to share his passion for bees and the vital role they play in our gardens and ecosystems. Tim shares how this past spring’s swarm season played out, simple ways to attract bees and other pollinators to your yard, and what to do if you get stung.
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This week, Kevin covers his 3 keys to success in the garden: building up healthy soil, laying down thick layers of mulch, and smart irrigation. Did you know you can easily test your soil with the jar test? Ever wonder what Kevin's watering schedule is? Tune in to learn all of this and more.
See Kevin's school garden in this tour video: The Most Inspiring School Garden
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This week Kevin meets with Dave Faoro from Veneto Gardens to hear about his recent adventures in the Galapagos hunting for endemic tomatoes, how he grows sweet corn and popcorn, as well as growing tips for other warm season vegetables.
Watch Dave's video: Square Foot Gardening
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This week, Kevin and Julie explore the surprisingly powerful world of groundcovers. Whether you’re filling gaps between pavers, softening borders, replacing thirsty turf, or creating a fragrant carpet of blooms, there’s a groundcover for every corner of the garden. Julie walks through her go‑to selections and the practical techniques she uses to help them spread, thrive, and support pollinators.
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This week, Kevin meets with Julie from Our Water Our World to learn about the insects showing up in the garden as the days get warmer. Julie breaks down how to manage the pests, which insects are good and how to keep your plants strong and resilient to bug pressure through the season.
For more information about IPM read this article: Integrated Pest Management
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This week Kevin meets with Roger Steele from the American Bonsai Association Sacramento to learn all about the art of Bonsai. Roger brings his years of wisdom and shares his top tips for beginners so that you can shape up any nursery tree into a vision of ancientness.
Check out their website for meetings and more information: American Bonsai Association, Sacramento
Watch demonstration videos on their YouTube channel: ABAS YouTube
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Hey green thumbs, this week Kevin and Austin discuss the best companion plants for your warm season vegetable garden, and explore the various flowers you can plant now by seed or direct planting to bring beauty and attract beneficial insects. As a special bonus, Kevin shares his latest favorite tool of the week.
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Spring has arrived and it's the best time to start your summer vegetable garden. Kevin shares his tips to successfully start your dream garden including prepping the soil, starting seeds and how to use his new favorite garden tool, the broadfork.
Follow along with Kevin and learn how to start your seeds with this YouTube video: Starting Seeds with Kevin
Use this planting calendar so you plant the right thing at the right time: Vegetable Planting Calendar
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Thinking about planting a tree but not sure where to start? This week, Kevin meets with Carole Gan from RUFF the Roseville Urban Forest Foundation to learn how to select the perfect tree. Whether you’re staring at a blank backyard, dreaming of future shade, or just want to make a smart long‑term choice for your landscape, this episode will help you plant with confidence.
Check out RUFF's fantastic online guide: Selecting Trees
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Welcome back green thumbs! This week, Kevin talks with Dr. Dotty Woodson who has grown orchids since 1973 and has registered many orchid hybrids. Dr. Woodson shares her passion and her best growing tips for Phalaenopsis, Cattleya, Oncidium, Cymbidium and more.
Check out this blog post for tips with reblooming: Living in Opulence with Orchids
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin breaks down backyard orchard culture and shares his tips for growing fruit all year long. Learn how to pick the right varieties, plant densely, and prune properly to maximize any space.
Check out this calendar from Dave Wilson Nursery to find your next fruit tree: Fruit & Nut Harvest Dates
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In this Texas Edition the podcast team meets with Consulting Rosarian Andy Black from the Dallas Rose Society. Andy shares his passion for roses as well as growing tips, when to prune, advice on pest control, and recommends the best rose varieties for DFW.
Learn more about selecting the right rose for your garden from: American Garden Rose Selections™
Check out this collection of beautiful roses at Green Acres Nursery & Supply: Roses
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This week, Kevin sits down with longtime nursery consultant and passionate birder Ian Baldwin to learn simple ways to make your yard more bird-friendly, from creating shelter and safe nesting areas to choosing plants that provide natural food sources throughout the seasons.
See what birds you can find with Merlin Bird ID
Want to attract hummingbirds? Check out this blog: Attract Hummingbirds to Your Garden
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What should Sacramento gardeners be doing right now? Kevin is joined by Debbie Arrington from Sacramento Digs Gardening to cover timely topics like harvesting and cooking with citrus, caring for and competing camellias, and pruning roses to set them up for beautiful summer blooms.
Check out Sac Digs Gardening for daily articles, recipes, and more at: SacDigsGardening.com
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This week, Kevin sits down with houseplant buyer Rocky to explore the incredible diversity of the Begonia genus. From striking foliage and unique forms to colorful blooms, these ancient plants have a lot to offer. Whether you're growing tuberous begonias outdoors or collecting indoor houseplant varieties, there truly is a Begonia for everyone.
Connect with the Begonia Society of Sacramento: Branch Website
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Hey green thumbs! It’s one of the most exciting times of the year, when garden dreams start with a single seed. In this episode, Kevin shares his pro tips for starting spring and summer vegetables early indoors. Learn why the right soil mix matters, what conditions seeds need to germinate, and what to look for along the way to ensure healthy seedlings.
Check out this collection and planting calendar for Zone 9B: Seed Starting Collection
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Welcome green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin celebrate the new year with garden updates and a few games to test your horticultural knowledge. Kevin recommends pruning and spraying dormant fruit trees, planting bareroots, and smothering out weeds. Play along with garden trivia and start setting your sights on what you want to grow in the new year.
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Welcome, green thumbs. This week, Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to talk about everything that looks and tastes amazing this time of year. Kevin shares his freshly harvested mandarins, Austin reveals his favorite camellia, and the duo dives into lessons and great advice from Sacramento gardeners in the Facebook community.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, the podcast team reflects on a year of gardening adventures, sharing lessons learned, celebrating successes, and looking ahead to future goals. The key takeaway: you never know who you might inspire by growing and cultivating. Every seed you plant has the power to spark growth in someone else.
Want to document your own garden journey? Check out this garden journal: I Love My Plants
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We’re continuing our Texas Edition of the podcast with one of Texas’s most celebrated horticulturists: Greg Grant! Greg brings a lifetime of gardening wisdom as a seventh-generation Texan, writer, and Smith County Extension Agent with Texas A&M AgriLife. In this episode, Greg shares his deep knowledge of Texas’s diverse eco-regions, the importance of becoming a local expert in your area, and how to succeed with Texas natives, ecological gardening, and vegetable gardening.
Resources:
Texas Home Vegetable Gardening Guide
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Vegetable Planting Calendar
Smith County Master Gardeners, Collin County Master Gardeners, Dallas County Master Gardeners
🌿 The Green Acres Garden Podcast is now growing in Texas, with new Texas Edition episodes each month!
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This week the team heads to the Green Acres Nursery & Supply in Rocklin to meet with CJ and learn all about houseplants. CJ walks us through his top plant recommendations for beginners, intermediate growers, and those ready for more advanced or special-care plants. Learn smart, practical tips on watering habits, drainage, and how to build custom soil mixes that keep your plants happy and healthy.
Want a new indoor plant? Check out these: 5 Easy-Care Houseplants
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Citrus season is here! Kevin and Austin sit down in studio to discuss growing citrus like mandarins, Meyer lemons, Key limes, navel oranges and more. Kevin shares his favorite varieties, growing tips, pest management and even his recipe for delicious Key lime pie.
Check out these Tips For Growing Citrus
Learn more from our friends at Four Winds Growers
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Calling all houseplant enthusiasts! This week Kevin chats with Josh Armstrong, founder of We the Wild, an organic houseplant care company from Australia. Josh reveals how microbes, fungi, and worm castings can replicate nature in a pot, why plants need more than just NPK fertilizers, and how simple, ready-to-use solutions make indoor gardening stress-free.
Check out this collection: We The Wild Plant Care
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with Lesley Hamamoto, president of the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society. Learn why California native plants are so important to local ecosystems and hear Lesley’s passion for growing natives at home. She shares her favorite species, practical tips for gardeners, and simple ways you can make a difference by getting involved with CNPS.
Learn more and join the movement at: Sacramento Valley CNPS
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We’re kicking off our Texas Edition of the Green Acres Garden Podcast with one of Texas's favorite gardeners: Destin Noak, The Texas Garden Guy! Destin shares his passion for raised bed gardening with organic practices, the rise of ecological gardening using Texas native plants, and his favorite seed-starting tips.
Check out Destin's podcast: The Garden Party Podcast
🌿 The Green Acres Garden Podcast is now growing in Texas, with new Texas Edition episodes each month!
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This week, Kevin chats with David Mizejewski, naturalist, author, and media personality from the National Wildlife Federation. David reveals how you can create your own haven for wildlife by planting native species, embracing organic gardening, and leaving the leaves. With these simple steps any green thumb can make a big impact.
Check out David's book: Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife
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In this flavorful episode, Kevin sits down with renowned Sacramento chef and restaurateur Patrick Mulvaney of Mulvaney’s B&L to explore how California’s capital blossomed into the official Farm-to-Fork Capital.
Discover how the local food industry is cultivating more than just crops; it's growing community connections, food literacy, and even mental health initiatives. From farm-fresh ingredients to unforgettable meals, Patrick shares how chefs and growers are creating lasting memories through the power of food and the people behind it.
Eat great food and learn more at: Mulvaney's B&L
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin welcome UC Master Gardener Julie Barbour from Placer County to dig into essential fall garden tasks. From rejuvenating your soil and dethatching your lawn to mastering dormant sprays and tackling pests with Integrated Pest Management, Julie breaks down each topic with clarity and enthusiasm. Whether you're a seasoned grower or just planting your first seed, this episode will leave you inspired and ready to get your hands dirty!
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Welcome green thumbs! This week, Kiki shares how she creates stunning pot-ups by combining plants in creative ways. Make your own combinations by uniting a thriller, filler, and spiller, but also mixing in contrasting colors, textures, and plant types.
Watch Kiki's video to see examples of her containers: How To Create Fall Container Combos
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Welcome back, green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin reunite in the studio to swap stories, share fresh garden updates, and dive into what every gardener should be focusing on this season. Plus, Kevin throws in a curveball: propagation! Turns out, now is the perfect time to propagate succulents.
Watch and learn how to propagate from a succulent expert: How to Plant & Propagate Succulents Like a Pro
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Julia Michaels Ph.D from Hedgerow Farms to learn about the ecological importance of planting Northern California natives. Fall is the best time to plant natives including the Xerces Central Valley Pollinator Mix which is available at Green Acres Nursery & Supply.
Learn how to plant native seeds with Julia in our YouTube video: Planting Native Wildflowers
Interested in growing other natives? Check out this collection: California Native Plants
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This week Kevin talks with Gisele and Michael from G&B Organics about how healthy soil networks fuel plant growth, build resilience and create thriving gardens. Topics include the best soil mix ingredients, understanding plant nutrients, organics vs synthetics, the magic of fungi and living soil, and more.
Check out G&B Organics Blue Ribbon Blend for indoor containers or outdoor potting, hanging baskets, and raised beds.
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Happy Fall green thumbs! It's officially the best time of the year to plant. No matter what your plans are Kevin provides his best plant picks for fall veggie gardens, cover cropping, and seasonal flowers for beautiful autumn color. Cooler weather and warm soil make this the ultimate time to edit your landscape!
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This week, Kevin welcomes back Carol Connare, the Editor-in-Chief of The Old Farmer's Almanac to discuss the Almanac's 2026 weather predictions and emerging gardening trends.
Check out what's blooming on the horizon by getting your own copy here: Almanac.com
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This week Kevin meets with Annie Mosley from Visit Sacramento to learn all about the new evolution of the upcoming Sacramento Farm to Fork Festival. Annie shares what you can expect at this year's event including: food and drink tastings from across the Americas, live music, celebrity chef demonstrations, workshops and so much more!
Visit Green Acres Nursery & Supply at the festival 9/27 and 9/28
Learn more at Terra Madre Americas
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This week the team visits Jeff McLain at his backyard pumpkin patch in Lodi California. Jeff shares how he grows backyard monsters like the estimated 1500 pound giant he is currently growing for competition. Learn all of the details in Jeff's book: Backyard Big
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This week Kevin sits down with William from the City of Sacramento Community Gardens program for an update on how the city has been growing this summer. William shares exciting updates on newly opened community gardens, the season's most successful crops, new collaborations and offers practical advice for aspiring gardeners.
Ready to grow? Contact William to get your own space:
(916) 202-0560
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This week Kevin meets with tree guru Mathew Morgan from Davey Tree Experts to dive deep into the wonderful world of arboriculture. Learn what tree varieties are doing best in the region, new pests to look out for this season, best care practices and how to contact a certified arborist.
Reach out to the Davey experts for tree services at: Davey.com
Check out this collection to find your new perfect tree here: Trees
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Struggling to keep your houseplants happy? You’re not alone! This week, Kevin welcomes back Green Acres’ own garden guru, Zach Filippelli, for a deep dive into the art and science of indoor greenery. Zach shares his care tips and reveals the easiest plants for beginners including: Anthurirum, Aglaonema, Pothos, ZZ and more.
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This week the team travels to the home of Michael Glassman an author, designer and gardening media star. Michael shares smart solutions to common landscaping challenges, reveals his favorite "sure-fire" plants for thriving gardens, and inspires us to design outdoor spaces that reflect our personalities and bring us joy.
Check out Michael at his website: Michael Glassman & Associates
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This week the team travels to Lodi California to visit Jim and Sandy's backyard vegetable garden. These two green thumbs have been listening to the podcast and improving their garden one step at a time. Find out how they revitalized their soil, improved the irrigation, and won the battle against the squirrels so they can continue to expand and grow the food they love.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to share what's happening in their gardens including giant tomatoes and zinnia bouquets. They cover the effects of summer heat like cracking and corking, and cover some of the new pests showing up in local gardens.
Kevin's Plant of the Week: Kniphofia AKA Red hot poker
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This week we’re joined in studio by Producer Greg AKA "The Original Garden Guy" for a deep dive into one of his favorite plant groups: ornamental grasses. Greg brings in a selection of stunning grasses and shares why they deserve a bigger spotlight in the landscape. From their graceful movement to their environmental benefits, Greg explains what makes grasses both beautiful and practical.
Check out this collection of grasses to see just a few that are available at your local Green Acres Nursery & Supply: Grasses For The Masses
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Ever wonder how Pluots, Apriums, and other combinations like the Nectaplum were created?
This week, Kevin travels to Zaiger's Genetics in Modesto California to meet with Lacey Gardener and Ed Laivo to learn all about how they create new interspecific fruit tree varieties. These two experts give advice on growing fruit trees and encourage everyone to find the fruit that makes you say "WOW".
Check out the wide variety of options and find your next fruit tree here: Fruit Tree Varieties
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Welcome green thumbs! This week the team visits David Roberts in Sacramento to explore his beautiful collection of rare and incredible cactus and succulents. Learn the differences between these plants and how to grow them with the right soil mix and irrigation techniques.
Check out the video tour on YouTube to get inspired by this special home garden: Inside a Rare Cactus & Succulent Garden
Check out your own local Cactus and Succulent Society: Sacramento Cactus and Succulent Society
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In celebration of National Pollinator Week, Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to share Kevin’s ultimate list of plants that attract and support pollinators. From ground covers to trees, they break it all down by plant type, offering practical tips and standout favorites for creating a thriving, layered pollinator garden.
Plants mentioned in this episode include:
GROUND COVERS
- Creeping Thyme (Thymus serpyllum)
- Germander (Teucrium)
ANNUALS
- Sunflower (Helianthus annuus)
- Cosmos (Cosmos)
- Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
- Zinnia (Zinnia)
- Bee Balm (Monarda)
PERENNIALS
- Lavender (Lavandula)
- Coneflower (Echinacea)
- Black-eyed Susan (Rudbeckia)
- Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
- Catmint (Nepeta)
- Fuchsia (Fuchsia)
- Salvia often called Sage
SHRUBS
- California Lilac (Ceanothus)
- Manzanita (Arctostaphylos)
- Bottlebrush (Callistemon)
- Toyon (Heteromeles arbutifolia)
- Roses (Rosa)
VINES
- Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans)
- Clematis (Clematis)
- Passionflower (Passiflora)
- Native Milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis, Asclepias speciosa)
HERBS
- Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
- Mint (Mentha)
- Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
- Sage (Salvia officinalis)
- Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
TREES
- Flowering Cherry (Prunus)
- Western Redbud (Cercis occidentalis)
- Robinias
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team meets a dynamic duo who revitalized a school garden and transformed it into a beautiful space that grows plants and minds. Christy and Shelley document their journey and encourage you to follow along and connect with them at: Between Two Shrubs
Let's Grow Education
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Master Rosarian Charlotte Owendyk at her home in Roseville to learn about summer rose care. With proper dead heading, watering, mulching, and fertilizing your roses will go dormant in the summer heat and then give a show of blooms in the fall.
Charlotte encourages people to get involved with their local communities and is a consulting rosarian with the following rose societies:
Sierra Foothills Rose Society, Gold Country Rose Society, and Sacramento Rose Society
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin dive into essential strategies to keep your garden thriving despite extreme summer temperatures. From smart watering techniques and mulching methods to shade cloth and heat-tolerant plant selections, they cover everything you need to protect your plants from the scorching sun.
Plant of the Week: Red Yucca
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This week we sit down with a true garden legend, Daisy Mah, the woman whose unwavering dedication saved the WPA Rock Garden from decline. For over 30 years, Daisy nurtured this hidden gem, planting, watering, and maintaining the space with her own hands, her own funds, and her own heart. Learn about the climate adapted and native plants thriving in this special place and the powerful impact of one determined gardener.
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Got spring garden questions? We've got answers! Master Gardener Julie Barbour joins us in studio this week to share expert tips on watering, fertilizing, and spotting early signs of plant stress. This episode is packed with practical advice to keep your garden thriving.
Julie is an advocate for IPM and protecting our water. Learn more at Our Water Our World
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Did you know male mosquitoes don't bite and are actually pollinators? This week Kevin speaks with Luz from the Sacramento Yolo Mosquito & Vector Control District to learn all about these pesky flying pests. These insects have an important role in the ecosystem, but they spread disease and everyone needs to do their part to fight the bite.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with State Fire Marshal Daniel Berlant for Wildfire Preparedness Week. Chief Berlant shares the most recent wildfire defense tactics including home hardening, defensible space, plant selection and placement, and working together to build safer neighborhoods.
Looking for Firewise plants for your landscape? Check out these options for Firewise Landscaping
To learn more about what you can do to prepare for and prevent wildfires visit CAL FIRE: Ready for Wildfire
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Welcome green thumbs! Are you looking for some new inspiration to bring beauty into your landscape? This week Kevin meets with Katie from Monrovia to learn all about their wide selection of plants that thrive in our climate. Katie shares her plant recommendations, future trends in gardening, new plant varieties and more.
Specific plants mentioned in this episode include: Seaside Serenade® Hydrangea, De La Mina Verbena, Loropetalum
Bountiful Blueberry
Rosemary 'Barbecue'
Ilex crenata
Angel Red Pomegranate
Zestful Waterfall Grape
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Dave Faoro from Veneto Gardens at his demonstration garden to learn about his favorite gardening method for success: Square-Foot Gardening. Find out how you can maximize any space and grow a significant contribution to your weekly produce with healthy home-grown organic crops.
Want to see what Square Foot Gardening looks like? Check out Dave's video on YouTube: Square Foot Gardening
Learn more from the Square Foot Gardening Foundation
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Welcome green thumbs! This week the "Pickle King" Justin Davis joins in studio to update the team on the latest news at Neanderthal Farms. Justin's backyard farm produces some of the area's best produce, and in this episode he explains his methods for successful tomatoes including specifics on planting, spacing, watering, staking and more.
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Thinking about joining a community garden? Whether you're dealing with too much shade at home, craving better soil, or just want to dig in with fellow garden lovers, a community garden might be just what you need!
In this episode, Kevin chats with William from the City of Sacramento to explore the many benefits of joining a community garden and how you can get your very own plot.
Ready to grow? Contact William to get your own space.
(916) 202-0560
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Chris Totten from E.B. Stone to explore the fascinating world of microbiology underneath our feet. Together, they dig into the hidden dynamics of soil particles, the relationship between fungi and plant roots and the transformative power of organic matter.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets local master gardener and flower lover Janey Santos to discover the lessons she's learned by sharing her gardening journey on YouTube and finding her community of plant lovers. Follow Janey on YouTube at DigPlantWaterRepeat and check out her new book Solving Problems in the Landscape
Watch Janey talk about her favorite Proven Winners on YouTube
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Do you want to start your own warm season veggie garden, but not sure where to begin? In this special episode Kevin shares the keys to success for any level gardener. Concepts include understanding your zone, picking the right spot, preparing the soil, setting up an irrigation system and Kevin reveals his top 5 plants to grow.
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Did you know it's actually easy to get an orchid to rebloom? This week Kevin meets with Zach from Green Acres Nursery & Supply to talk about the awe-inspiring world of orchids and how to care for them like a pro. Zach shares his tips on repotting, reblooming, watering, feeding, and finding other orchid enthusiasts.
Check out the upcoming 76th annual Sacramento Orchid Society Show & Sale
Want to dive deeper into orchids? Check out the online forum Slippertalk.com
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This week Producer Greg joins the team in studio to discuss the stunning, low maintenance showstoppers that thrive in Sacramento's climate and beyond: Camellias! Greg shares their rich history, their role in the landscape, and expert growing tips to keep them thriving.
Tune in to uncover a special fragrant camellia surprise.
Want to add a beautiful camellia to your yard? Check out this collection.
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This week Kevin meets with Katie Norton, an aspiring third generation farmer with a passion for elderberries to learn how she is working to bring the CA native blue elderberry into the spotlight, the power of pollinators, and the joy of growing with family. Kevin shares his weekly garden tips and more inspiration to start your garden with success.
Looking for more information about growing your own elderberries? Check out the UC ANR page about California Elderberries and these resources from UC Davis: Elderberry Resources
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Chris Crittenton from the Sacramento Area Beekeepers Association to learn about the many benefits of beekeeping and easy things gardeners can do to support bees in our community.
Interested in starting your own beekeeping journey? Learn more from SABA and the California Master Beekeeper Program
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This week Kevin meets with Thaddeus Barsotti of Farm Fresh To You a local CSA farm in the Capay Valley that delivers fresh organic produce to families across the nation. Thaddeus shares his story and his vision for a future that celebrates locally grown food. Learn about the food industry, organic farming, regenerative farming, crop rotation, and Kevin's weekly garden tasks.
Check out Thaddeus' book: Betting on the Farm: An Heirloom Childhood
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Kiki to learn all about the twisting and climbing beauty of vines. From evergreen to deciduous, these versatile plants can act as a problem solver in the garden while providing beauty, privacy, vertical growth, and attracting pollinators. Kiki shares her favorite varieties and inspires us all to climb high with vines.
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This week Kevin and Austin discuss the amazing world of bareroot vegetables like Rhubarb, Asparagus and Horseradish. Learn how to start these perennial crops now to enjoy harvests year after year. Kevin, also shares his advice for growing potatoes including how to mound up.
Want to start your peppers and tomatoes early this year? Check out Kevin's step by step demonstration of seed starting on YouTube:
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This week Producer Greg joins the team in studio for a family episode. Greg shares his passion for producing the podcast, his perspective on the evolution of gardening, and gives his top tree picks for any landscape.
Watch Greg in action speak about the history and benefits of bareroot fruit trees in this video: Bareroot Fruit Tree Season Is Here
Check out Greg's favorite tree recommendation for Zone 9B the Zelkova Serrata
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This week Kevin meets with world renowned rose hybridizer Tom Carruth who has created more than 100 rose varieties and is currently the Curator of the Rose Collections at the Huntington Library. Tom shares what it takes to hybridize and market roses as well as find and grow varieties that connect with you.
Tom Carruth is a cherished member of our horticultural community. A GoFundMe fundraiser for Tom is being organized by Beverly Rose Hopper of Jackson CA, along with friends in the rose community and beyond. Tom has given so much beauty. Sadly, now he has lost almost everything in the Eaton fire. If you are interested in supporting Tom in his time of need, you can donate here.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin start the new year with a round of winter questions submitted by listeners. Learn about top dressing your soil, citrus and bareroot fruit trees, chop and drop cover crops and more.
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Hey green thumbs! This week we reflect on the year and flash back to a special guest Kevin Espiritu from Epic Gardening. Kevin shares his garden journey starting with an interest in science and plants to helping millions of people through educational content. Find out more at Epic Gardening and Botanical Interests and follow Kevin's podcast The Beet.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin get festive during the holidays and break down Kevin's winter garden tips for pruning deciduous fruit trees, citrus, and planning for success in the upcoming season.
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team welcomes tree activist Anne Fenkner into the studio to dig into everything about trees. Anne shares her tree care recommendations, her recent experiences as an arborist in the community and gives her perspective on trees for the future.
Learn more about the tree research being done by UC Davis and the US Forest Service: Meet The Trees
Find an Arborist with Trees Are Good
Also check out Tree Davis
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Happy Holidays! This week Kevin and Austin go over care tips for holiday favorites including poinsettias and Christmas trees. Looking to add color to your yard in the winter? Check out Kevin's favorites including primrose, cyclamen, Iceland poppy, and more.
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team travels to Grass Valley to visit Barry Friesen at Dawn Gardens. Barry created this vast demonstration garden containing over 3,000 species to experiment and showcase the beauty of nature.
Watch Kevin's tour of Dawn Gardens on YouTube:
Retired Landscaper Creates an 8 Acre Plant Paradise!
Check out these amazing videos that showcase each season at Dawn Gardens:
Every Season at Dawn Gardens Videos
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Hey green thumbs! This week we look up to the trees with Timmy Womick and Grayson Keating from the Tree Circus. They travel the states teaching kids about trees and introduce them to arboriculture. Learn more about the entertaining and educational work they do at their website TreeCircus.org
Find a certified arborist in your area with the International Society of Arboriculture
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin visits the Food Literacy Center in Sacramento to learn how they inspire kids to eat their vegetables through education in gardening and cooking. Learn more and donate directly to make a difference at FoodLiteracyCenter.org
Listen to Amber's podcast: Raising Kale
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team meets with local legend, Ray Trethaway, to talk about the importance of growing and caring for our urban forest. Ray encourages everyone to look after our trees, grow more, and build thriving neighborwoods for the future.
Learn more and get involved with the Sacramento Tree Foundation
Visit the Ray and Judy Trethaway Oak Preserve
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss putting in last minute seeds and starts before the cold temps arrive, and explore the wonderful world of cover crops. These plants are amazing for soil health, weed suppression, and some are even great at attracting pollinators.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin shares his fall lawn care advice, and then the team visits Carrie Sessarego at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center to learn about local wildlife, native plants, and all of the great things happening at this special place.
Visit their website effieyeawnature.org to learn more and get involved.
You can support directly by donating here or visiting their wishlist:
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Welcome green thumbs! This week, Kevin meets with Carol Connare the Editor-in-Chief of the Old Farmer's Almanac. Learn about the impressive history of this publication, planting based on the lunar cycle, and hear the weather predictions for our upcoming seasons.
Get your own copy of the almanac and more at Almanac.com
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Welcome green thumbs! This week the team travels to Twin Lakes Food Bank Organic Garden to meet with Garden Coordinator Michelle Kwek. Learn how this gorgeous garden provides fresh produce to the community and benefits the local wildlife with sustainable practices.
Check out their website to learn more, get involved and even get tickets to the upcoming Fundraiser Gala.
Certify your habitat to help wildlife with the National Wildlife Federation
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This week the team welcomes Julie Barbour from Our Water Our World in the studio to discuss sowing seeds in the fall. Julie shares her positive outlook and experience to help you get your fall crops off to the best start.
Know when to grow with the Vegetable Planting Calendar
Learn more about Our World Our Water
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin welcome Master Gardener Kevin Marini into the studio to dig into the many benefits of vermicomposting and using worm castings to improve soil health. Kevin shares the science and fun of gardening with worms.
E.B. Stone™ Organics Earthworm Castings
UC Master Gardeners of Placer County Composting Information
Kevin Marini recommends the Urban Worm Bag
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin celebrates the colorful and magical world of geophytes by taking a look at the fully stocked bulb racks in stores now and breaks down the top bulbs to plant for dazzling spring blooms.
Consider this collection to build your own bulb garden.
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Greetings garden friends! Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with host Kevin Jordan. In this mini episode you will meet the team and discover why gardening is a language we can all learn. Join us every week as we dive into the fun of being a gardener.
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Hey green thumbs! This week on the podcast Kevin meets Jenks Farmer, a true garden renegade from South Carolina. Jenks shares his passion for building community, growing bulbs, and how he started botanical gardens that act as living museums for plants.
Find out more about Jenks and Crinum Lillies on his website Jenksfarmer.com
Visit and explore his work at Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin welcome's his colleague Alex Ayuli from Leo A. Palmiter High School. Alex shares what he's learned in the garden, the importance of teaching horticulture to the next generation and how to stay calm through life's challenges.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week on the podcast Kevin talks with Lacey Gardner from Zaiger's Genetics about hybridizing fruit trees. Lacey talks about her family's long history of using hand pollination, tissue culture, and careful selection to create famous fruit hybrids like the Pluot and the Aprium.
Watch on YouTube @idiggreenaces: Creating New Fruit Trees at Zaiger's Genetics
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Hey green thumbs! This week on the podcast Kevin meets with the Curly Cultivators; Leota Wilson and Mikaela Falwell to start planning for the Fall season. They share their tips for transitioning the garden, preparing your soil, what plants you can start now from seed, and most important of all: how to have fun in the garden!
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This week on the podcast Kevin and Austin share updates from the garden, explore what's happening at a local nature center, and talk with certified arborists to learn about building a resilient urban forest for the future.
Visit the Effie Yeaw Nature Center
Learn more about the tree research being done by UC Davis and the US Forest Service: Meet The Trees
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Hey green thumbs! This week the podcast travels to the annual Harvest Day festival hosted by the Sacramento County Master Gardeners at the Fair Oaks Horticulture Center in Fair Oaks, CA. Kevin and Austin share their favorite moments including interviews with master gardeners, community members and other garden friends.
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Hey green thumbs. This week on the podcast, Kevin meets with Carlos at the Green Acres in Elk Grove to learn about irrigation. Carlos explains how to get started when installing drip, retrofitting an existing system, utilizing pressure reducers, filters, valves, and adaptors, and gives important watering tips to make every drop count.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin celebrate the world of cactus and succulents with two special guests. Learn how easy it is to have success with this diverse group of plants, discover a community of like minded plant lovers and find balance in the garden.
Concepts covered include: watering, feeding, containers, editing, maximalism, "cramscaping", propagating, climate adapted plants, and footsteps in the garden.
Garden Tour with Gerhard Bock
Garden Tour with Dave Roberts
Visit Gerhard's blog Succulents and More
Join the community at Sacramento Cactus and Succulent Society
Check out the fun at Harvest Day 2024
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets local meteorologist Tamara Berg from KCRA 3 Weather. Tamara shares the science of local weather phenomena like the Delta breeze, atmospheric rivers, Tule fog, and how gardeners can stay up to date with the latest weather data.
Follow Tamara on Instagram
Get updated on the latest weather reports at KCRA.com
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin meet in the studio to explore ways to keep your plants thriving even in extreme heat. Learn about sun scald, how to harvest your tomatoes at the breaker stage, water responsibly, and control fruit trees with summer pruning.
Learn more about agriculture in the classroom with these links:
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National Agriculture in the Classroom
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with the "Pickle King" Justin Davis from Neanderthal Farms. Justin explains how he uses sustainable practices to produce crops for his family, business, and community. Topics include: permaculture, shade protection, cover cropping, three sisters companion planting, straw mulch, and growing the best tomatoes.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to talk about the fascinating world of pollinators including everything from beautiful bees, birds, and butterflies to more unusual pollinators like ants, bats, beetles, moths, and more. Find out what plants you can use to attract these special creatures with this article:
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with renowned landscape designer Roberta Walker to learn about transforming yards into works of art. Become your own designer by using flowing pathways, mounds of topographical interest, lighting and plants that dazzle throughout the year.
Check out Roberta's list of favorite plants and more.
Green Acres Nursery & Supply blog post: The Big Benefits of Trees with suggestions for unique situations.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin review garden tasks you should consider now to prepare your garden for the upcoming heat of summer. It's also not too late to plant if you want to sneak in a second wave of crops. Keep you and your plants hydrated and never stop growing!
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets beekeeper Tim Dick to learn about the complex lives of honey bees, how to provide for them and other pollinators with a variety of flowering plants, and how to start your very own apiary at home. Looking for even more plants to attract pollinators? Check out this blog post: Plants For Pollinators
Never stop growing with Austin's new garden playlist on Spotify or Apple Music
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with landscape designer and author Stefani Bittner to learn how to create a beautiful, edible, and fragrant landscape. Looking for inspiration? Check out the stunning garden spaces Stefani has created on her website at the Homestead Design Collective
Get Stefani's book for even more inspiration: The Fragrant Flower Garden
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Aaron Dillon from Four Winds Growers. Aaron shares his experience and knowledge of growing citrus and gives easy to follow guidance for a successful backyard orchard. Learn how to grow citrus in containers, water correctly, prune for size, and fertilize for amazing fruit.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Amy Talbot from the Regional Water Authority to learn how we can be more efficient with our water use and still have a beautiful and lush landscape.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with garden legend Joe Lamp'l AKA Joe Gardener. Joe shares his garden wisdom he has cultivated from a lifetime of working with plants and educating the public through his podcast, TV series, books, and online courses. Find out more at his website and links below.
JoeGardener.com
The Joe Gardener Show
Growing A Greener World
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Hello green thumbs! This week the team travels to Hedgerow Farms to meet with Julia Michaels Ph.D. Julia shares her passion for native plants and teaches the benefits of planting native wild flowers and grasses. Hedgerow Farms seed packets will be available in stores soon.
Learn more at:
Hedgerow Farms
CA Native Plant Society
Bloom! California
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin shares his advice, tips and timely garden tasks for success in the garden this season. Do these tasks now before it gets hot and you'll be growing like a pro.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with writer and master rosarian Debbie Arrington to learn how to cook amazing dishes with food from the garden. Check out Debbie's collections of seasonal recipes:
Taste Spring
Taste Summer
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Steve Hazzard from Organic Control to learn all about utilizing predators, parasites, and other beneficial insects at home. Find out how beneficial nematodes, praying mantids, lady bugs, worms and other organisms can make your garden thrive.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with the Lady Farmer, Jennifer Thomson of Thomson Vineyards to talk all about growing grapes. Jennifer shares how commercial farmers cultivate success and how you can grow table grapes at home and even make your own wine.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin meets with Everette in Folsom to discuss the beautiful ancient genus Rhododendra. Everette breaks down how to help these plants thrive, how to provide acidic soil, proper drainage, and pruning.
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Hey green thumbs! In today's episode the team celebrates the change of seasons and welcomes in the new varieties of plants that thrive in warmer brighter days. Producer Greg joins to share what new plants are arriving in stores, what customers are talking about and why this is the most exciting time of the year.
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Hey green thumbs! This week we release part two from our day with Brad Gates. Brad sits down with Kevin to share his advice for growing the best tomatoes possible. Wild Boar Farms tomatoes are now available in Green Acres stores and by seed from Wild Boar Farms
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss what garden tasks you should be doing right now to prepare your garden for success this spring. Kevin gives recommendations on plants that are great for planting now, irrigation tips, soil preparation, weeding, mulching, and more. Happy gardening!
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Hey green thumbs. This week Brad Gates from Wild Boar Farms shares his tomato secrets, and gives us everything we need to know to grow the best tomatoes. Learn how to prepare your space, promote healthy soil, irrigate properly, and multiply your output by pinching early growth.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with the bright and inspiring Kiki at the Folsom location to learn all about creating beautiful pot ups in containers. Kiki shares how containers are so flexible, her favorite plant combinations and some of her planting hacks. For more inspiration check out these 6 Spring Container Recipes.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin speaks with Trisa Soleil about using plants to create your very own personal space in the garden. Remember to connect with nature, care for yourself, and provide for others by growing what matters most.
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Hey green thumbs! In this special extended episode Kevin and Austin welcome master gardener, certified arborist and good friend of the show Kevin Marini into the studio. Kevin shares his love of plants and gives advice on pruning fruit trees, vegetable gardening, and worm composting.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Master Rosarian Charlotte Owendyk to find out how she gets stunning roses blooming all year long. Learn how to quickly prune a rose with Charlotte's Easy Pruning Guide and find a variety that speaks to you from this list of Bullet Proof Roses.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin meets with Dave Faoro from Veneto Gardens to learn about growing from seed. Dave shares his advice for following seed calendars, what supplies to use, and best practices to get your plants started for success. Check out this Veggie Calendar to help with planning your garden now.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with producer Greg Gayton to get a sneak peek of what's becoming available in stores soon. If you're looking to grow something special this upcoming season find your inspiration now and get after it. Topics covered in this episode include bulbs, bareroot fruit trees, roses, perennials, annuals, garden trends, and how to get motivated.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin breaks down garden tasks to do now to prepare for the upcoming season. Now is the time to plan your spring garden, edit your landscape, start plants by seed, and manage winter weeds with solarization or occultation.
Learn to prune like a pro at a pruning Garden Talk at Green Acres Nursery & Supply, Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 10 AM.
Get hands-on with learning and keep our city beautiful at one of these events: McKinley Park Rose Garden Pruning Event
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin speaks with Clayton Smith from Monterey Lawn and Garden Products to learn about preventative care for deciduous fruit trees. Clayton shares his industry knowledge on dormant sprays and the diseases they help to prevent. It's not too late to protect your trees now.
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Hello garden friends! This week, Kevin and Austin welcome Julie to the studio for a look back on the year's garden adventures. The team shares their plans for the next season and celebrates another year of growing.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin talks to special guest Kevin Espiritu from Epic Gardening. Kevin shares his garden journey starting with an interest in science and plants to helping millions of people through educational content. Find out more at Epic Gardening and Botanical Interests and follow Kevin's podcast The Beet
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This week Kevin meets with Ed Laivo the creator of backyard orchard culture. Learn how to grow the fruit you love in your own yard by utilizing Ed's techniques including summer pruning, dense planting, and smart plant selection for successive ripening. Follow this official guide for more details.
Let flavor be your guide with these Taste Test Winners
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin dive into the amazing world of planting fruit sleeves. Learn how these products give you access to rare varieties and can be a shortcut to planting success. Congratulations to host Kevin Jordan for receiving the Outstanding Educator Award from the California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss the many benefits of growing your own citrus at home. Learn how to get started, what varieties are best, and why everyone should plant citrus trees.
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Happy Thanksgiving green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with writer and gardener Debbie Arrington to learn about growing amazing food from the garden. Debbie shares what she loves to grow and how it all comes together in her digital recipes available now at Sac Digs Gardening.
Check out her collection of Fall Recipes.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with YouTuber and grower extraordinaire John Kohler to learn how he started cultivating his yard, and how you can be successful in the garden and eat healthier more delicious food. Check out John's YouTube channel Growing Your Greens and learn more on John's Instagram
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin welcomes spokesperson and plantsman Nicolas Staddon from Everde Growers. Nicolas shares what it's like to work in the plant industry, the history and future of gardening and what drives his passion for growing.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Marshall at the Green Acres in Roseville to explore the exciting world of growing tropical plants indoors. Learn when to bring plants inside, best care tips, pest management, and how the industry is able to offer so many rare varieties.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Julie Barbour from Our Water Our World gives us the essential guide to caring for our garden in the Fall season. Learn the how and why of planting, mulching, watering, and feeding plants that will lead to garden success.
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Hey green thumbs! This week is all about the joy and valuable lessons that can be learned by starting school gardens in our community. The team visits teacher extraordinaire Shelby Medlin and the remarkable kids at Grand Oaks Elementary school to find out what they're growing and how you can start a garden too.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week is all about magnificent Japanese Maples. Austin talks with two friends who recently visited Japan to find out what they saw, and Kevin sits down with his mentor, Eric Plog to learn how to care for these special trees.
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Hello garden friends! This week Kevin breaks it down for anyone who wants to start a fall and winter vegetable garden. Learn how different soil amendments work and why you should prep your soil. Then Kevin shares his plant all-stars everyone should grow this season.
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Hey green thumbs! This week we welcome Rob Stewart to the show to share what he's learned from his travels, growing food with his family and working in the garden. Check out Rob on KVIE's Rob on the Road and America's Heartland
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Hey, green thumbs! This week Kevin Marini returns to the show to share his Master Gardener knowledge on growing in raised beds. Learn about the different types of raised beds and how to fill them with the best soil for success.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with the ultimate garden guru, Pam Bone to discuss proper tree care. Pam shares her research-based tips on planting, the importance of roots, mulching, watering and more. With a few simple steps you can establish a tree now and keep it healthy for many years to come.
Check out these Tree Care Tips from the Sacramento Tree Foundation
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Welcome green thumbs! Did you know garden success starts with healthy soil? This week, Kevin and Austin dig into how you can prepare for Fall by top dressing with compost, introducing organic material to feed the micro-organisms, and planting cover crops. Start building momentum in your soil today.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin speaks with producer and garden guru Greg Gayton to discuss the wonders of ornamental grasses. Learn how truly beneficial these plants are, and find eye-catching varieties to add to your landscape.
Check out these dazzling ornamental grasses
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with special guest Marlene Simon, The Plant Lady, to find out what she is working on at UC Davis, what she is growing at home, and how we can have fun in the garden.
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Hey green thumbs! It's a wonderful time because the fall season is approaching and it's time to plan and prepare for cool-season gardening. Kevin and Austin sit down to discuss how to get ready and what plants you can start from seed now.
Check out these planting calendars for
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Julie Barbour from Our World Our Water for a summer checkin. Julie gives advice on understanding what plants need in the extreme temperatures of summer. Check in with your local master gardeners to learn specifics for your region.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin visits with Horticulture Adviser and Educator Karrie Reid about her work testing native plants and how we can utilize her research to reduce water use. Find out what plants she recommends, tips on design, and why climate-adaptive plants are so important.
Water Use Classification Of Landscape Species (WUCOLS)
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Dr. Dariusz Malinowski to discuss the incredible Hardy Hibiscus. Learn about the amazing varities and interesting traits coming out of this easy to grow species and find out why you should plant some of your own.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with succulent expert, Gerhard Bock at his garden in Davis, CA. Gerhard shares his deep knowledge of cactus, succulents, and other waterwise plants, and proves you can create a spectacular landscape with these stunning plants. Kevin also takes a call from a listener and solves a citrus mystery.
Watch on YouTube: Succulents and More Garden Tour
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Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin meets with renowned rosarian, entomologist and bug expert, Baldo Viegas. Baldo shares what bugs are being identified in our region right now and how you should deal with them.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Justin at Neanderthal Farms in Fair Oaks to see his stunning suburban farm. Learn how he grows tomatoes of the future, and how success is just one seed away.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with renowned designer Ruby Andrews at her sensational home garden, Granite Oaks. Ruby shares her design philosophy and how she created this monumental masterpiece.
Watch on YouTube: Garden Tour With Ruby Andrews
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets up with Kiki from the Green Acres in Folsom to discuss pollinators. Kiki breaks down why pollinators are important and gives recommendations for attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Heather from Green Acres in Elk Grove to discuss taking care of Orchids. Learn what to do with an Orchid when you first take it home, when to repot and how to water for amazing extended blooms.
Find out more about Orchids from this amazing community forum Slippertalk.com
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Jared Edwards a local garden guru from Green Acres to discuss fertilizing. Jared breaks down the difference between synthetics and organics, how to apply them, and the science of how it all works. With a little know-how you'll be feeding your plants with all the nutrition they need to thrive.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with local garden super stars Leota and Mikaela also known as the Curly Cultivators. They share tips for growing your own food forest, the benefits of building community, and why they're so passionate about plants. Follow the Curly Cultivators on Instagram
If you enjoy music while you garden, check out Austin's Gardening Playlist
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with renowned breeder and Capsaicin extraordinaire Ed Currie of Puckerbutt Pepper Company. Ed shares how he created the Carolina Reaper, what makes peppers hot, and how you can grow your own peppers at home.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin explore the practice of growing cut flowers. Learn how you can dazzle your loved ones with home grown beauty from your garden.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin breaks down his list of must-do tasks to improve your garden including these mission-critical objectives: Clean, Repair, Harvest, Replant, and Prepare.
If you enjoy music while you work, check out Austin's Gardening Playlist
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets up with Dave Faoro to learn all the benefits to the amazing growing method known as square-foot gardening.
Find all of the resources you need here at the Square Foot Gardening Foundation
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Hey green thumbs. This week Kevin meets with Pam Farley to learn how she grows food for her family in containers. Check out Pam's plant combinations and fun approach in her book Container Food Gardening.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss the fantastic and delicious varieties of blueberries you can easily grow in your home garden. With a little knowledge you'll be harvesting berries in no time.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week the team visits Sisko Darling, grower at Angel Wing Farm in Rancho Murieta, CA. Learn how she supplies fresh-grown produce from the five-acre farm to the Executive Culinary Team at The Gate Restaurant. From fruit and vegetables to olive oil and wine—a true 'Farm-to-Fork' experience.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss a staple of the garden, Peppers! Kevin shares his favorite varieties and tips for growing these diverse and delicious plants. With a little patience and the right techniques you can add some spice to your life.
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Hey Green Thumbs! This week Kevin shares his tips for growing tomatoes including his recommended varieties, how to plant, caging, fertilizing and watering. With a little bit of knowledge anyone can grow delicious tomatoes.
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Happy spring gardening green thumbs! This week, Kevin shares his favorite species to plant now that attract pollinators. These flowering beauties are all great in any gardening space, and are easy to grow.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin dive into herbs. Learn about hard herbs vs. soft herbs and Kevin's tips on growing them in your garden. Now is the time to start your favorites.
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team sits down with Producer Greg Gayton to discuss camellias and his recent visit with the Camellia Society of Sacramento. Learn why these stunning flowers are a local favorite and how you can bring them into your garden.
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Hey green thumbs! This week the podcast team visits the California Rare Fruit Grower's Scion Exchange. Find out more about tree care, grafting, and future exchanges with this amazing community at crfg.org
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin go over the spring garden checklist of to-do tasks you can do right now to prepare for the upcoming season of growing in the garden. Let's get out there and have some fun.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with landscape designer Roberta Walker to learn about the dazzling world of summer-blooming bulbs. Find out where to plant them, which ones to try and how Roberta uses bulbs to bring interest throughout the garden.
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Hello green thumbs! This week Kevin visits Green Acres to find bareroots you can plant now to eat in spring. Learn everything you need to know about growing delicious asparagus, rhubarb, potatoes and strawberries from bareroot.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Julie explore popular garden myths to sort out fact from fiction. Learn what practices are backed up by scientific research so you can maximize your efforts, budget and harvests.
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Hello green thumbs! This week the team meets up with Kevin Marini to learn the easy guide to pruning fruit trees. Learn how to identify common growth issues and how to cut them out with the three main types of pruning cuts.
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Hey garden friends! This week Kevin meets up with the Sierra Foothills Rose Society at their Winter care workshop. These rose pros share their best methods for pruning, and a few safety tips while working with these prickly plants. With some goatskin gloves, and Baldo's bottom-to-top technique, you'll be pruning like a master rosarian in no time.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Dave Veach to dive into everything you need to know about orchids. With their unique flowers, photosynthetic roots, and thousands of varieties, orchids are said to be difficult, but that's just not the case. Learn about the many varieties of this stunning plant, how to care for them, and why it’s a lot easier to get them to bloom than you might think.
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Happy New Year garden friends! This week, Kevin and Austin travel to the store to check out the new stock of bareroot fruit trees now available. Learn about all of the special varieties, how to plant bareroots, and how to prune them for amazing harvests.
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Happy New Year! This week Kevin and Austin celebrate the last episode of the year by answering your questions submitted through the Green Acres Nursery & Supply Facebook page (@idiggreenacres). Follow the Green Acres Garden Podcast group on Facebook for the opportunity to have your questions answered on future episodes, share your ideas for topics, and more.
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Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin get inspired for the upcoming season of growing by taking a trip to the seed racks at Green Acres Nursery & Supply. Kevin makes his seed recommendations and breaks down the different methods of growing by seed and how to follow a planting calendar.
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Welcome back green thumbs! This week the show welcomes a special guest, Donna Apidone. Donna is a familiar voice in Sacramento having been the voice of Morning Edition on CAP Radio for 24 years. Today she shares what she has learned in the garden and how anyone can benefit from growing.
Visit Donna's website here.
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Hello garden friends. This week Kevin and Austin explore all the amazing plants available now in fruit sleeves. Learn how planting a fruit sleeve gives you a head start to growing a great producer. Kevin gives his recommendations for varieties of berry, pomegranate and fig.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin explores the annual Mountain Mandarin Festival in Auburn CA on a mission to find out why this Northern California citrus is so popular. Learn from growers, scientists, and festival goers why Mandarins are not only healthy and delicious, but easy to grow.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin guides you through his winter garden checklist. This is the time to protect sensitive plants, prune fruit trees, adjust care for houseplants, and it's not too late to get some plants in your garden.
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Hey garden friends! This week Kevin takes us on a journey through time to discover the origins of early plant life and how simple plants evolved into the complex organisms we see today. Learn about plant history, plant morphology and how to care for modern plants with a little knowledge of chemistry.
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Welcome green thumbs! Want to grow vegetables but not convinced you have enough space? This week Kevin meets Dave Faoro to learn about gardening smart with smart pots. Dave shares how you can grow food anywhere by dividing your garden into small easily manageable containers that gardeners of any level can be successful at.
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Welcome garden friends. This week, Kevin and Austin discuss the magical and surprising world of bulbs. Learn about the many varieties of these special plants, and how to plant them now to give you a dazzling reward in your spring garden.
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Hey green thumbs. This week, Kevin and Austin get motivated to plant trees. Kevin shares his easy guide to planting a tree and recommends some of his favorite varieties.
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Hello garden friends! This week the team travels to the Green Acres Nursery & Supply in Folsom for the Sierra Foothills Rose Society's annual rose show. Kevin talks to competitors and judges to discover what makes a winning rose.
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Hello green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with friend of the show Julie Barbour to explore creating beautiful and lush lawns. With a few simple steps you can help your grass bounce back from the heat of summer and actually become more resilient and healthier. Follow the informational links mentioned by Julie to learn more.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss their plans for amazing fall veggie gardens. Learn about all the healthy and delicious vegetables you can enjoy throughout the fall and Winter season by simply sowing seeds now.
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Hey green thumbs. This week Kevin meets with Greg Gayton to discuss the exciting gardening season ahead. It's time to transition into our fall and winter gardens and even think ahead for next year. Greg shares his tips for a successful fall garden, what plants are best to start now, and why this is a prime time of year.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Urban Forester and certified Arborist Anne Fenkner to talk about trees. Learn how Sacramento became the City of Trees, why planting trees is important, and how you can get involved in creating a more equitable urban forest for us all.
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Welcome back. Kevin talks with Green Acres' very own Garden Guru, Colton, about solutions to common garden challenges. He walks us through answers to the most popular questions he gets this time of year. You may get answers to questions you didn't know you had.
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Answer: Spittle from a Spittlebug on Salvia
Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with local design legend, Roberta Walker, to explore her lush and ever-changing landscapes. Learn how forming pathways, installing drip irrigation, going vertical, and selecting the right plants can turn any space into a waterwise garden full of interest year-round.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin welcomes Steve Zien to share his knowledge on pest management and soil biology. Steve is able to breakdown IPM and make it easy to get started. Learn how everything in the garden is connected and how simple preventative measures can create flourishing ecosystems in your home garden.
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Pictured: ant and aphids share space on a branch. Friends or foes?
Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin meets with Brad Gates from Wild Boar Farms to learn about the amazing tomatoes he's been developing for decades. Brad shares his tips for growing great fruit, how to save seeds, and which new and exciting varieties are currently available.
Watch on YouTube: Interview with Wild Boar Farms
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin visits the stunning backyard garden of Dave Roberts in Sacramento. Dave's garden is inspired by desert terrains and features many beautiful cacti and succulents. Learn about the many varieties of succulents, how to utilize a small space, and how to care for these unique plants.
Watch on YouTube: Succulent Garden Tour
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team visits Harvest Day hosted by the UC Master Gardeners of Sacramento at Fair Oaks Park. This annual celebration was a bustling event full of garden legends who are happy to share their knowledge and help you achieve gardening success.
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Hey green thumbs! Sit back and relax as Kevin and Austin answer all of your garden questions submitted through the Green Acres Nursery & Supply Facebook page (@idiggreenacres). Follow the Green Acres Garden Podcast group on Facebook for the opportunity to have your questions answered on future episodes, share your ideas for topics, and more.
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Welcome back garden friends! This week the team visits the E.B. Stone™ Organics headquarters in Suisun, California. Soil expert Jim gives a tour of their eco-friendly production facility where they have perfected formulating soils, amendments and fertilizers. Learn about the variety of ingredients that go into their products and how organics can help you achieve garden success.
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team meets with decomposition expert Kevin Marini to learn how you can make a positive impact on the planet and your backyard with composting. Learn about the many easy ways to start composting today and find out which method will work best for you.
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Hey garden friends! This week the team celebrates one year of podcasting by visiting the Extraordinary Houseplant Event at Green Acres. Learn about some unique varieties and how to care for your indoor plants at home. The next Extraordinary Houseplant Event will be at the Green Acres Nursery & Supply in Elk Grove on August 13, 2022.
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Pictured: Philodendron Jose Buono
Welcome back green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Greg to talk about the landscaping approach that is taking over the west coast. Learn how you can implement water-wise practices into your landscape to maximize efficiency and grow beautiful plants.
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Welcome back. It’s the most wonderful time of the year—harvest time. Kevin and Austin take us through harvesting the school garden filled with beans, cucumbers, eggplants, tomatoes, peppers, herbs and more. Listen and watch on YouTubeas Kevin shares when and how to harvest specific vegetables. Learn Kevin’s tips for a bumper crop with plant placement, feeding, and watering. Should you use pruners for harvesting?
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Hey blossom buddies. This week the team is here to help you beat the heat. Kevin sits down with Julie to discuss best practices for protecting your plants in high temperatures. Learn how to effectively water, creatively shade your gardens, protect tree trunks, and use Wilt Stop. We all like to spray cool water on our plants on a hot summer evening, but is it the right thing to do?
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Welcome green thumbs! This week the team celebrates National Pollinator Week by discussing the magic of pollination. Kevin offers his favorite plant recommendations to attract pollinators, and other beneficials, all year round.
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Pictured: Honey Bee on Echinacea (Coneflower)
This week the team meets with Kevin Marini to discuss how to slow the spread of fire on your property with easy-to-implement, defensive measures. Stay up to date on best practices approved by Cal Fire by using this resource on Defensible Space.
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Hey green thumbs! With the heat upon us, Kevin and Austin jump into the depths of gardening around a backyard pool. Learn what plants Kevin recommends based on specific considerations to minimize leaf litter, invasive roots, bee stings, and more. You may be surprised by how many options are available.
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Pictured: Fan Flower
Hey garden friends! This week Kevin meets with Kiki to learn everything there is to know about Hydrangeas. Discover the many stunning varieties and how to best care for Hydrangeas including tips for placement, watering, pruning, and even how to change the color of your Hydrangea's flowers.
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Welcome back! Kevin talks with Guru, Marsha, from Green Acres about creating a garden that is a symphony for the senses. Aside from the beautiful garden we all strive for, immerse yourself in your garden to experience the senses through sound, smell, and taste. From the crunching sound of gravel underfoot, to the scent of fresh blooms, to the taste of fresh berries, time spent in the garden can be a sensory delight.
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Welcome back green thumbs. Looking for shrubs that maintain their composure no matter what Mother Nature brings? Kevin talks with Garden Guru, Greg, about their top choices for shrubs you can depend on.
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Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin and Austin discuss the wide array of beautiful annuals and perennials you can plant in your garden to add color and interest. Learn about these staples for any garden that are drought tolerant, easy to grow, and ready to go in right now.
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We’re talkin’ tropicals this week. Kevin shares his extensive plant list for creating a tropical oasis to get vacation vibes at home. And yes, there are some waterwise options too!
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Pictured: Tropical Hibiscus with a praying mantis
Hey green thumbs! This week the team visits the stunning backyard rose garden of Linda Knowles. Learn from a pro how to grow amazing roses with simple tips. Check out the beauty for yourself by watching the Rose Garden Tour on YouTube.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to explore the beautiful rainbow of options you can plant in your garden to add color. Learn about vibrant varieties of full sun perennials, shade loving perennials, annuals, and more to add stunning spring color.
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Pictured: African Daisy '4D Purple'
Hey green thumbs! This week the team visits Todd McPherson at the Luther Burbank Urban Garden (BUG) in Sacramento. Todd and his team of students and interns share their tips from the garden and why teaching agriculture to young people is so important.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin visit the Green Acres in Sacramento to talk to you and all of the great people preparing their home gardens. Learn what others are planting this season and get tips from the local community on how to be successful this season.
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Welcome back green thumbs! A healthy plant starts with healthy soil. Kevin talks with Jim from E.B. Stone™ Organics to take the mystery out of selecting the right soil. Did you know you can build your soil health over time with the right amendments? And by doing so, you set your plants up for success. Learn about important soil ingredients and get tips on what amendments are best for different situations.
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Welcome back garden friends. Tomatoes take the stage this week when Kevin talks with Anthony from our Rocklin location about where and when to plant the flavorful fruit. Get the dirt on their recommendations for soil amendments, feeding, staking, watering, and more. Wondering what varieties to plant this season? Grab your note pad.
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Welcome back gardeners. Have you spotted bugs in the garden and wondered if they are good or bad for your plants? Kevin talks with Julie from Our Water Our World about identifying good bugs and outsmarting the bad bugs. She'll describe some of the damage done by bad bugs, and how plant choices, placement, timing, and control methods make a big difference in creating the balance needed for a healthy environment for the right bugs.
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Pictured: Green Lacewing, a natural enemy of aphids, mites, whiteflies, mealybugs, scale, leafhoppers and thrips. You can purchase them at our garden centers, packaged with lady bugs. Learn how to apply them by watching the Green Lacewings Tutorial from Organic Control, Inc..
Welcome back garden friends. Do you want to start a garden, but you're tight on space? This week Kevin and Austin talk about making a big impact when gardening in small spaces. Learn how to utilize the area you have by getting creative, planting in containers, growing vertical, and choosing the right plants.
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Welcome! Are you anxious to get your vegetable garden started? Join Kevin and Austin as they take a trip to the growing greenhouses at Green Acres Nursery & Supply at Eisley’s. They'll share a behind-the-scenes look at what's to come for warm-season vegetables and herbs. Find out about new varieties along with tried-and-true growing tips from this legendary growing facility.
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Spring is in the air. Is your garden ready? Get your note pad...Kevin shares his list of small things you can do now to set yourself up for a successful spring and summer. From planning and preparing vegetable beds, to timely fruit tree maintenance, transitional lawn care, and tool care, he's covering it all.
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Welcome back! Listen as Kevin talks with our guru Greg about planting summer-blooming bulbs because it's time to plant them. Reap the rewards of planting bulbs now by enjoying the blooms that emerge in summer. Not to mention, the vast variety of bulbs available now allow you to expand your plant palette with unique plants that you may not find in summer. Get planting tips for success and learn about three local favorite varieties.
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Pictured: Liatris spicata
Welcome back! This week Kevin gives his tips for planting seeds successfully, including soil prep, planting depth, and timing. It's fun. It's easy. And, starting vegetables from seed is a way to get a jump start on the season with your favorites...but don't forget to include something new in your culinary garden this year.
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Hey garden friends! This week Kevin sits down with Julie to discuss deer and how to keep the woodland creatures from feasting on your garden. Learn about some of the many plants that deer typically find unappetizing, where to plant to minimize damage, and a few other tricks to keep deer at bay.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss the benefits of growing fruit and nut trees at home. Learn about dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties that are easy to manage and produce a delicious harvest.
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Pictured: Young Fuji Apple trained as espalier.
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin travel to the Folsom Green Acres location to meet Kristina where she shares her knowledge of growing potatoes. Learn about the many delicious varieties and how easy and fun growing vertical with spuds can be.
Watch on YouTube: How To Plant Seed Potatoes
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Welcome back green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down to discuss the benefits of having birds in your garden and what plants will attract them. Find out what plants from the many options will work best for you.
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Pictured: Hummingbird nest at our Sacramento location.
Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin and Austin celebrate the last episode of the year by answering your questions submitted through the Green Acres Nursery & Supply Facebook page (@idiggreenacres). Follow the Green Acres Garden Podcast group on Facebook for the opportunity to have your questions answered on future episodes, share your ideas for topics, and more.
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Happy holidays green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with Austin to discuss best practices for houseplants as the days get colder and shorter. Learn how to navigate common challenges with humidity, watering, and pests. Austin dares to take on the advanced task of keeping a poinsettia alive for next season.
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Pictured: whiteflies on the underside of a houseplant leaf.
Welcome back! This week the team travels to Roseville to meet an official rose queen, Master Rosarian, Charlotte, to teach you the art of caring for roses. Charlotte describes what to prune, and why, as she uses her three-minute-or-less pruning technique to get gorgeous spring blooms.
Watch on YouTube: How to Prune Roses with Charlotte from the Sierra Foothills Rose Society
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Did you know there are simple things you can do in winter to prevent pest and disease from coming on in warmer months? This week Kevin shares his top tips for getting ahead of peach leaf curl, aphids, scale, and other common garden occurrences, during the dormant season.
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Pictured: Scale Insects
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin teaches you how to prune your fruit trees in the show's first educational video segment. Watch and learn what tools to use and how to perform thinning and heading cuts by clicking the link below.
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Join a growing trend…plant a landscape that offers more than aesthetics. This week Kevin and Austin talk about creating an edible landscape for gardens small and large. Plan your plot with their suggestions for trees, shrubs, vines and groundcovers you can harvest at home.
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Welcome back green thumbs! This week Julie shares everything you need to know about protecting your plants from the cold. Kevin and Austin are a couple of cone heads and share the many conifer varieties you can plant at home.
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Hey green thumbs. This week the team travels to a local community garden called Table Farm to meet with Chloe. We learn about what's growing in the garden as seasons change, how to get involved in this or your own community garden, and explore the "why" of gardening.
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Hey green thumbs. This week Greg returns to the show to teach us about gardening in the winter and inspire us with all of the beautiful colors and species that thrive in the cold. Now is the time to practice the art of gardening.
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Hey green thumbs! Did you know a number of plants prefer being divided at certain times of the year (or every few years) to maintain healthy root growth and to encourage blooms? This week Kevin explains plant division and walks us through the simple process from his school garden.
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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin chat with Katie Piazza from Delta Bluegrass Company to discuss the less thirsty blends available for our area, along with watering and fertilizing tips as we roll into cooler weather.
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Welcome green thumbs! This week the team plays Garden Trivia with unsuspecting customers at the Folsom Green Acres Nursery & Supply. Have some fun and test your garden knowledge by playing along with the contenders. Kevin and Austin share a few more interesting facts back in the studio.
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Welcome back garden friends! This week the team meets with Caroline at the Sacramento store to discover all of the beautiful plants you can put in your garden this fall to add color. From annuals and perennials to shrubs and trees Caroline and Kevin come up with some stunning suggestions for your fall and winter landscape. Kevin shares the secrets of Ginkgo biloba—the tree that's been around since before the dinosaurs.
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Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin and Austin answer questions from the Green Acres Nursery & Supply Facebook page (@idiggreenacres). Follow the Green Acres Garden Podcast group on Facebook for the opportunity to have your questions answered on future episodes, share your ideas for topics, and more.
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Welcome back garden friends! In this episode Kevin and Austin run through the fall gardening checklist to keep your garden beautiful. The team meets with Christa at the Sacramento nursery to learn about soil amendments, green manure, veggies to grow now from seed and how to achieve zen in the garden. Kevin teaches Austin the importance of de-thatching and how to keep a lawn healthy.
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Hey green thumbs! This week the team welcomes resident social media guru Lauren into the studio to discuss the upcoming Fall Festival. She shares everything you need to know to participate in this fun event. Then the team meets with Kristen at the Elk Grove store to discuss houseplants in celebration of National Indoor Plant Week.
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Hey garden friends! Welcome back to a very special 10th episode with Kevin and Austin. The team celebrates by visiting the Sacramento store for the first time to learn about Fall planting with Jacy. Then Julie comes back to teach us the best methods for planting a tree.
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Welcome back. This week the team talks to Greg about fall bulbs for spring blooms. Learn bulb varieties and how to plant these geophytes. Then Robyn teaches us everything we need to know about bareroot season for fruit trees and roses, and how you can order them early. Don't know what a bareroot is? Tune in to find out!
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This week the team has a most excellent adventure as they travel to the CapRadio Garden at Sacramento State University to talk tips for the transition from your summer garden to a fall and winter garden. Then Kevin talks with Jackie, a Green Acres guru and certified arborist, about caring for trees—especially in a low-water year.
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Hey garden friends. Welcome to a very buzz-tacular episode of the podcast. This week the team meets Everett at the Folsom store to learn how to successfully grow citrus trees. Then Kevin and Austin travel to the Hӓagen-Dazs Honey Bee Haven at UC Davis to learn about the habits of bees, and how you can invite them to your garden, from Doctor Christine Casey.
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Hello garden friends. In this special episode, the podcast welcomes seed guru Curtis Jones from Botanical Interests. Kevin and Curtis share their seed gardening knowledge. Kevin and Austin get new nicknames and discuss the many benefits of growing plants from seeds.
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Hello garden friends. Dig into this episode to learn how to make garden gold. Kevin brings back Julie to demystify garden composting. She shares the dirty science of making happy soil. Check out the awesome Palo Verde tree with Russell for the Staff Pick of the Week.
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Welcome garden friends. This week is all about amazing perennials. Learn about the beauty and benefits of Coneflowers in this week's staff pick of the week with Tamara. New guest Julie brings a cart full of her favorite perennials to explore what makes this diverse group of plants so special.
Plants mentioned include: Sombrero® Sangrita Coneflower (pictured), Echibeckia, Orange Skyscraper™ Salvia, Lantana, Statice, and Hibiscus moscheutos.
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Welcome! This week the team travels to Green Acres Nursery & Supply in Citrus Heights to talk about fruit trees with the ultimate horticulturalist Greg Gayton. Also, learn how to water properly using a moisture meter and soil probe with Julie our first staff pick of the week. Austin becomes Kevin's blossom buddy, and gets tested on his tree knowledge.
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Welcome back. In this episode Kevin and Austin travel to Green Acres Nursery & Supply in Roseville to learn how to beat the summer heat with plant guru Eric Plog. Discover how to successfully water your garden and control pests. Also, it's not too late to plant vegetables if you haven't yet, or if you need to replace a few. Let the peppers burn you, not the summer heat!
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Greetings garden friends! Welcome to the new Green Acres Garden Podcast with host Kevin Jordan. In this mini episode you will meet the new team and learn about all of the exciting content coming up. Join us every week as we dive into the fun of being a gardener.
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Today we’re talking about pool side, tropical-looking plants for your backyard, plants that don’t require much water when established.
Also, several ways to save water in your backyard orchard and still have healthy, productive fruit trees.
This week’s staff pick is a long-blooming penstemon that is unthirsty and attracts a small army of hummingbirds and beneficial insects.
Going on vacation? We have tips to keep your yard looking great while you’re gone.
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Welcome to Episode 23 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!
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Today we’re talking to Amy Talbot of the Regional Water Authority. She has tips on how you can save water in your landscape. Plus, she tells us about rebates that are available for upgrading your yard and watering equipment. Find out more at BeWaterSmart.info .
It’s been really hot lately. We have advice for the care of your plants when triple digit temperatures descend upon our area.
And the Staff Pick is a beautiful low water-use tree: the Palo Verde.
Welcome to Episode 22 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new.
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Today we’re talking about how upgrading your irrigation equipment can save you money and water in the dry months ahead. We’ll be talking with Steve Emerson from Hunter Industries, the manufacturer of one of the most popular sprinkler heads in California, the MP Rotator. Plus, Steve talks about the latest in smart irrigation controllers, ones that take the guess work out of how much to water and when to water.
Thinking of getting some low water use plants? We get tips on how to plant them correctly.
Two staff picks this week: Cousin Itt Acacia and Kangaroo Paw. Looks great next to a pool!
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Today we’re talking about water incentives from local water providers. There’s money waiting for you, just for upgrading your outdoor irrigation systems.
June is not too late to plant a vegetable garden, including all the summer favorites!
Today’s staff pick is a long-blooming, colorful, low growing, water-saving perennial that’s got the very interesting name, Hot Lips.
We also have a list of garden tasks for the week.
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Welcome to Episode 20 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!
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Today we’re talking about plants for dry shade. University of California Environmental Horticulture Advisor Karrie Reid has plenty of great suggestions for unthirsty plants for those areas of your yard that don’t get much, if any, sunshine.
Also, Master Gardener Pam Bone explains how a tree moves water and nutrients, and what you’re doing may be cutting off those pipelines in the tree.
We have staff picks, and a list of garden tasks for the week.
Welcome to Episode 19 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!
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Today we’re talking about succulents, beautiful plants for outdoors and indoors that don’t require much water. Marlene Simon, the Plant Lady, has care tips for your succulents.
Did you ever see plant leaves drooping on a hot afternoon? They may not be thirsty. Before you add water to those sad looking plants, hear what college horticulture professor Debbie Flower has to say.
Soil specialist Steve Zien says there’s a lot to like about clay soils, especially its water holding capacity. He has tips for managing clay soils.
And the Staff Pick of the week is a springtime show for the nose, Sweet Olive.
The Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred is the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new.
Welcome to Episode 18 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!
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A Succulent Bowl
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Today we’re talking about how, on a 100-degree day, the soil inside an outdoor potted plant can approach 140 degrees, frying your plants’ roots. We have tips to protect your container plants from too much heat.
May is sweet potato planting time. We get advice from a Master Gardener and vegetable expert on how to have a successful growing and harvest season of sweet potatoes.
Plus, tips for using less water on your lawn and garden as; a beautiful blooming shrub for a Staff Pick (It's in the picture. Can you guess it's name?); and, a list of garden tasks for mid-May.
Welcome to Episode 17 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Let's go!
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Green Acres Nursery & Supply Locations
Growing Sweet Potatoes in the Sacramento Area
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Rhododendron 'Anah Kruschke'
Today we’re talking how to bring new life to shady areas around your house with the right plants, and the right accessories.
May is an excellent time for planting vegetables here. The soil is warm, the days are long—everything grows quickly in May!
Today’s Green Acres Staff pick features a fruit that is under appreciated here. It’s easy to grow, very prolific, and very tasty, too. Asian pears!
We have a list of things to do in the garden this week, as well.
Welcome to Episode 16 of Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred. Let’s go!
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The winter daphne, Daphne odora.
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Today we’re talking about how you can use less water and also have a better looking lawn.
Have you ever grown okra? You can eat it, as well as admire its outstanding flowers. We have tips.
We pay a visit to a local gardening legend who has over 3000 rose bushes.
The Green Acres staff pick this week is a grass-like, graceful perennial with year-round interest that doesn’t require much water after getting established. Any guesses?
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Let's go!
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Green Acres Nursery & Supply
Today we’re talking about how to make sense of all that information you see on a box or bag of plant fertilizer. What do all those numbers mean? Which ones should you choose? We’ll explain.
There are two fruit trees that are easy to grow in our area that use a lot less water than you might think, once they’re established. We’re talking about figs and persimmons.
The Green Acres Staff Pick this week is the popular plum-apricot cross, the pluot.
And our Things To Do List this week includes all the vegetables and flowers that can be planted right now. It’s time to get busy!
Welcome to Episode 14 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!
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A tasty summer salad featuring the grilled pluots, peaches, and herbs over mozzarella cheese.
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Green Acres Nursery & Supply store locations
Fertilizer Label Terminology
Fig trees
Pomegrantes
Pluots
Grilling Fruits and Vegetables
Today we’re talking about all the gorgeous warm season annual flowers now available at Green Acres! We’ll tell you which ones do best in the sun, and those that thrive in the shade.
It’s spring, which means that aphids are back on your plants, in force. We have tips for controlling this pest, along with their bodyguards, the ants.
We pay a visit to the newest Green Acres Nursery & Supply location, in Citrus Heights.
We have staff plant picks, perennials and shrubs for the shade.
And, because we know you’re busy, we have a short list of things to do in the garden this week, including tomato varieties that are taste test winners!
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Let’s go!
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Oklahoma Scarlet Zinnia
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Plants that Attract Beneficial Insects (includes pictures of many beneficials)
Ant Control Tips (including Debbie Flower's recipe for ant bait)
Healthy plants start with healthy soil. Today we’re talking about all the bagged soil products available for your garden. We’ll help you choose the right ones.
Roses are getting ready to put on their big April show. Master Rosarian Debbie Arrington helps us thwart any rose problems that might pop up.
Looking for houseplants that can thrive in a low light situation? We have some suggestions.
Our staff pick this week are the beautiful Japanese maples.
We have things to do in the garden this week, we have it all today!
Welcome to Episode 12 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new.
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We’re talking about easy care, sun-loving perennial plants that don’t require a lot of water to look great.
Also, bring on the good bugs! A University of California expert tells us about the plants for your garden that attract beneficial insects and pollinators.
This week’s staff pick is a winter and spring blooming plant that loves the shade and thrives with little water. Any guesses?
Plus, a checklist for this week’s gardening tasks.
Welcome to Episode 11 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!
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The Kaffir lily, Clivia miniata
Links:Green Acres Nursery & SupplyThe Xerces Society's List of Insectary Plants for California
Farmer Fred Rant: Plants That Attract Beneficial Insects
The Garden Basics with Farmer Fred Podcast
Today we’re talking about watering wisdom. Now's the time to be upgrading your watering system and choosing low-water-use plants.
Thinking of swapping out sprinklers for drip? We have drip irrigation basics on this episode.
And, your 2021 garden planning should include choosing plants that, once established, use less water. We talk with an expert who has conducted over 15 years of tests on plants and their water use here in Northern California.
The Green Acres staff pick this week is an easy-care houseplant.
And we have more garden tips that will save you water.
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Brought to you by Green Acres Nursery & Supply, with six locations (and soon seven) in the Sacramento area.
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The Palo Verde tree
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U.C. Landscape Plant Irrigation Trials
Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
Today, we’re talking about lawn care and lawn irrigation. A healthy lawn uses less water. And now is a great time for rehabbing your lawn to get it ready for the hot months ahead.
Plus, we have lawn irrigation tips to help you lower your water bills. And we’re not ignoring your lawn mower or your gas and battery-equipped outdoor power equipment. We'll help you troubleshoot why it’s not starting with the first pull of the rope or turn of the key.
Our Green Acres staff pick this week is a flowering shrub, the abutilon, that blooms just about year round, and is a real hummingbird magnet.
Spring begins Saturday, March 20. Start it off right by tackling some of the tasks on our weekly Things to Do in the Garden segment.
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to grow an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Let’s go!
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The UC Guide to Healthy Lawns
U.C.: Keeping Plants Alive under Drought or Water Restrictions
Garden Basics with Farmer Fred Podcast
Today it’s all about tomatoes. We learn about all the tomato varieties currently at Green Acres Nursery & Supply, and some tricks to planting them to get those tomatoes off to a healthier start.
And we pay a visit to Wild Boar Farms, where tomato hybridizer Brad Gates tells us all about his colorful, California-bred tomatoes with wonderful names such as Berkeley Tie-Dye, Pork Chop, Barry's Crazy Cherry and dozens more that will be arriving at Green Acres the first week of April.
We'll share a staff pick that isn’t a tomato…it’s a very fragrant garden herb, any guesses?
Also, a list of what to do in the garden this week. Let’s get started!
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Tomatoes at Green Acres Nursery & Supply
Wild Boar Collection Coming to Green Acres Nursery & Supply
What are the best ways to prepare your soil for the warm weather garden, especially if this will be your first time planting flowers and vegetables? We'll take you through the steps.
We have lots of seed starting tips, including understanding those seed packet labels. Also, what to do in the garden this week.
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Soil Solarization
Identifying and Controlling Verticillium Wilt in the Garden
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On this episode, we're talking about trees and shrubs that are putting on a colorful show in the Sacramento area, right now.
Snails, slugs and mosquitoes are building in numbers, and they have their sights on you and your garden. We have control tips.
Plus, things to do in the garden this week and staff picks for the best plants.
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, hosted by Master Gardener Fred Hoffman.
This is the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Let's go!
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Warm season vegetables are headed for Green Acres Nursery & Supply garden centers. We have a preview of the tastiest varieties that will be arriving (some are already there!). Also, tips for getting your first garden off to a great start. The secret: location, location, location.
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to grow your green thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new.
Links:
Green Acres Nursery & Supply Locations
Looking for that special plant for that special someone? We've got ideas for great houseplants for Valentine’s Day gifts. Now, mid-February, is summer-blooming bulb planting time. We have the details about area favorites, including dahlias. Plus, the benefits of planting cool-season annuals now. Learn why using mulch around your trees and shrubs will accomplish many goals. And, a list of things to do in the garden this week.
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to grow a greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Hosted by Master Gardener Fred Hoffman.
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A dinner plate Dahlia, 'Mystery Day'.
Links:Green Acres Nursery & Supply
Plants That Attract Beneficial Insects
Now is your last, best opportunity to spray your deciduous fruit trees. We have tips. Looking for some eye-catching flowering shrubs? We discuss three that will give you a succession of color from now through early summer: camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons. And we will tell you about a half dozen, easy care houseplants for those without much time to tend to the indoor garden.
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to grow an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Let's go!
Links:
Green Acres Nursery & Supply
Welcome to a podcast specifically for Northern California gardeners...or anyone who wants good gardening information, Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred. Master Gardener Fred Hoffman is a longtime garden fixture in Sacramento area radio and newspapers, who has offered garden advice to hundreds of thousands over the last 29 years.
On this episode, Farmer Fred pays a visit to Folsom's Green Acres Nursery & Supply, and chats with sales associate Steve about bareroot roses, now in stock! Learn how to plant bareroot roses to get them off to a healthy start in your garden. Fred then heads to south Sacramento to visit with Master Rosarian Debbie Arrington of the Sacramento Rose Society in her rose garden, for tips on pruning hybrid tea roses. And we complete the rose trifecta with a visit with Master Rosarian Charlotte Owendyk of the Sierra Foothills Rose Society, to talk about tree roses. Confused about pruning perennials? Farmer Fred has some "cutting" remarks! And, our weekly "Things to Do in the Garden" segment also talks about what to avoid doing right now: don't dig in the muddy soil after a heavy rain.
Thanks for listening!
Welcome to a podcast specifically for Northern California gardeners...or anyone who wants good gardening information, Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred. Master Gardener Fred Hoffman is a longtime garden fixture in Sacramento area radio and newspapers, who has offered garden advice to hundreds of thousands over the last 29 years.
On this, the inaugural episode, we find out about the history of Green Acres Nursery & Supply, with six stores serving the greater Sacramento area, and more to come! Also, everything you need to know about planting bareroot fruit trees, including the best varieties. Plus: frost protection tips and advice for choosing a pre-emergent for weed control. Thanks for listening!