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In this episode I talk to Robert Pavlis about the Soil Food Web, and some myths that have been promoted by some of its proponents.
Robert Pavlis has 50 years of gardening experience and an M.Sc in chemistry and biochemistry. He is an award winning author of 11 gardening books and has written articles for many popular magazines. He also teaches numerous gardening courses.
Here’s a link to his website:
https://www.gardenmyths.com/Here’s a link to his YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@Gardenfundamentals1If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
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In this episode I talk to Robert Pavlis about the pros and cons of various material used for building garden boxes.
Robert Pavlis has 50 years of gardening experience and an M.Sc in chemistry and biochemistry. He is an award winning author of 11 gardening books and has written articles for many popular magazines. He also teaches numerous gardening courses.
Here’s a link to his website:
https://www.gardenmyths.com/Here’s a link to his YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@Gardenfundamentals1If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts
where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
Veseys offers a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
@veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys
Home | Veseys
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
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MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts
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Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
In this episode I talk to meteorologist, documentary film producer, TV host, writer, author, university lecturer, public speaker and media personality Richard Zurawski about climate change – how it has affected agriculture over the last few decades, what to expect in the coming decades, and how this all relates to home gardening.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
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). They offer a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
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If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
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In this episode I talk about regional garden snakes with serpent educator Pete Freckelton. Based in the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, “For Pete’s Snakes” offers educational snake events for birthdays, schools, and more!
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
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). They offer a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
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If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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In this episode I talk to farmer, teacher, biologist, teacher, landscape designer and star of the “Permaculture Orchard” documentary, Stefan Sobkowiak about organic gardening.
Stefan’s Website
Stefan’s Youtube Page
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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In this Episode
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
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). They offer a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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In this episode of the Maritime Gardening Podcast I talk about everything you need to know about growing strawberries: varieties, what to buy, when to plant, how to plant, maintenance, plant needs and propagation.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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In this episode I talk about how important persistence is for gardening success.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe. You can also check out my YouTube channel
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where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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In this episode I talk to to soil scientist Keith Reid about nitrogen. We all know that plants need nitrogen, but I think very few of us really understand how plants get and use nitrogen. In this conversation we go deep!
Keith Reid is a soil Soil scientist. He got his BSc & MSc at the University of Guelph; has worked of the Ontario Min of Agriculture and for Agriculture & Agri food Canada. He is currently working as a consultant and is the author of the fantastic book “Improving your Soil”.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
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). They offer a Promo code (GAVS24) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2024 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2024.
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
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Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
In this episode I talk to arborist, author, youtuber, radiohost & podcaster Susan Poizner about the basics when it comes to planting and growing fruit trees.
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If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast
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where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
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Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
In this episode I talk to author, teacher, master gardener and dedicated myth-buster, Robert Pavlis, who just wrote a new book called “Compost Science for Gardeners”. In this podcast we discuss the 5 things gardeners need to know about composting, and the 5 things gardeners often get wrong about composting.
Robert’s website: https://www.gardenmyths.com/
Robert’s books: https://www.gardenmyths.com/my-books/
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (
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) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
@veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
I HAVE ANOTHER PARTNER IN THE USA – PARK SEED!
Park Seed has been providing seeds to American gardeners for over 150 years. They have a wide selection for just about everything you need for gardening. Click this link to shop on their website, and that will help support everything I’m doing.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
In this episode I talk to to soil scientist Keith Reid about the idea of the colonization of Mars, and how we would feed people on such an inhospitable planet.
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) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
@veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
I HAVE ANOTHER PARTNER IN THE USA – PARK SEED!
Park Seed has been providing seeds to American gardeners for over 150 years. They have a wide selection for just about everything you need for gardening. Click this link to shop on their website, and that will help support everything I’m doing.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
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Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
In this episode I ask chatgpt five very common gardening questions, and then critique the quality of the answers, and also weigh in on whether I think this A.I. software is a good resource for gardening questions in general. If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can …
In this episode I talk about how I approach solving my gardening problems. If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast ( MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food …
In this episode I talk to tick expert Dr. Vett Llord about ticks in terms of risks to gardeners, the diseases they carry, and how to avoid them.
Lyme disease is becoming increasingly common in the Maritimes. The disease is a serious disease contracted from the bite on an infected tick. Dr. Vett Lloyd, a professor at Mount Allison University in NB, is a national expert on ticks and tick-borne diseases. For the past decade her lab has been working on the genetics of ticks and the pathogens they transmit and is the head of the Mount Allison tick lab. Dr. Lloyd is committed to incorporating the community and Lyme disease patients as full partners in research to tackle the biological, social and human dimensions of zoonotic diseases. She will be presenting information on ticks including tick identification and prevalence, tick borne diseases, protection from tick bites and current tick research.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (
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) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
@veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
I HAVE ANOTHER PARTNER IN THE USA – PARK SEED!
Park Seed has been providing seeds to American gardeners for over 150 years. They have a wide selection for just about everything you need for gardening. Click this link to shop on their website, and that will help support everything I’m doing.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
Podcast:
MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts
Facebook Page:
Maritime Gardening
Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
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In this episode I talk to Stefan Sobkowiak about popular permaculture things that he doesn’t do, and why context matters.
Farmer, permaculturalist, teacher, biologist, designer, author and speaker; Stefan Sobkowiak has presented more than 500 seminars and workshops to a whole range of public audiences. In addition to teaching at McGill University for 8 years, he worked as a biologist and designer in his landscape design practice for 20 years specializing in wildlife habitat designs. For the last 20 years, through Miracle Farms, he’s worked to transform what was a conventional orchard to a permaculture orchard.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (
MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts
) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (
Home | Veseys
). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
@veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys
Home | Veseys
GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
I HAVE ANOTHER PARTNER IN THE USA – PARK SEED!
Park Seed has been providing seeds to American gardeners for over 150 years. They have a wide selection for just about everything you need for gardening. Click this link to shop on their website, and that will help support everything I’m doing.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
Outdoors On The Cheap
Podcast:
MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts
Facebook Page:
Maritime Gardening
Music: “pioneers” byhttps://Audionautix.com
In this episode I explain how and why I use the growth stages of the dandelion to determine when to plant my vegetables. This content is based on an article that I originally published last April on my substack page – here is a link to that article:
https://maritimegardening.substack.com/p/a-dandy-approach-to-planting-times#detailsIf you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (https://maritimegardening.com ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (http://www.veseys.com ). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
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GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping (see details).
I HAVE ANOTHER PARTNER IN THE USA – PARK SEED!
Park Seed has been providing seeds to American gardeners for over 150 years. They have a wide selection for just about everything you need for gardening. Click this link to shop on their website, and that will help support everything I’m doing.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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In this episode I complete my conversation with Robert Pavlis about his new book : Plant Science for Gardeners”. Robert Pavlis is an author, YouTuber, teacher, master gardener, and dedicated myth-buster.
Robert’s published books:
Garden Myths, Soil Science for Gardeners and Building Natural Ponds
Blogs: Garden Myths and Garden Fundamentals
Robert’s YouTube Channel: Garden Fundamentals
Robert’s Facebook Groups: Garden Fundamentals and Building Natural Ponds
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (https://maritimegardening.com) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsor Veseys Seeds (http://www.veseys.com ). They offer a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid 21 until November 30, 2023.
@veseys #veseys #veseysseeds #growwithveseys http://www.veseys.com
GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
If you live in the USA, use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off any order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping, and orders over $150 get free shipping (see details).
I HAVE ANOTHER PARTNER IN THE USA – PARK SEED!
Park Seed has been providing seeds to American gardeners for over 150 years. They have a wide selection for just about everything you need for gardening. Click this link to shop on their website, and that will help support everything I’m doing.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy-gMLMDmuaJG8-pGSN_KaA
Podcast: https://maritimegardening.com
Facebook Page: https://facebook.com/maritimegardening
Music: “pioneers” by https://Audionautix.com
In this episode I talk to Lee Reich about his take on Biochar, and whether you need it to have a great garden.
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at The Maritime Gardening Newsletter. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsors, Veseys Seeds and Safers Gardening products.
Check out my sponsor, Veseys Seeds.
Veseys Seeds (www.veseys.com) offers a Promo code (GAVS23) that allows you to get free shipping on items in their 2023 Seed Catalogue as long as one pack of seeds is included in the order. Free shipping is not applicable on surcharges on larger items. Promo code is valid until November 30, 2023.
GET 10% OFF AT THE HUDSON VALLEY SEED COMPANY!
Use my coupon code “maritime10” to get free shipping off your first order from the Hudson Valley Seed Company. In addition, all seed orders over $35 will get free shipping, and all orders over $150 get free shipping (see details).
If you live in the USA and want to help support the channel, go to maritimegardening.com and click the link for Park Seeds with the American Flag on the right hand side of the page. A small portion of you sales will help support my channel.
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel:
“Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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It’s nearing the holiday season and for those looking for the perfect gift to buy a new or seasoned gardener, look no further than Robert Pavlis’ new book : Plant Science for Gardeners” Robert Pavlis is an author, teacher, master gardener, and dedicated myth-buster. In this episode we discuss the first two chapters of his excellent new book.
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Garden Myths, Soil Science for Gardeners and Building Natural Ponds
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If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (https://maritimegardening.com ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way!
Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening every week at https://maritimegardening.substack.com/. Check it out
Also, check out my sponsors, Veseys Seeds and Safers Gardening products.
Also, check out my sponsors, Veseys Seeds and Safers Gardening products.
You can buy safers products from their website (https://www.saferbrand.com), most stores that sells gardening products, and also from Veseys Seeds!
If you like my content, why not check out my other YouTube channel – “Outdoors on the Cheap”.
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In this podcast I talk to Horticulturist, Author, Radio Host, and avid Gardener Niki Jabbour about greenhouses. We tried to cover everything a beginner would need to know and also answered some viewer questions! Check out her radio show here:https://halifax.citynews.ca/all-audio/the-garden-show Check out Niki’s Books Here:https://savvygardening.com/buy-our-books/ Check out Niki’s new online course here:How to Build & …
In this episode I talk to Janet Music about Canada’s Food Price Report for 2022. Janet is the Research Programmer for the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, and has been involved in 5 editions of Canada’s Food Price Report. Janet Music is a PhD student in the social anthropology department at Dalhousie. Her research …
In this episode I talk to Martha Jane Zepp about canning, freezing and drying vegetables. Martha taught home economics for 30 years, and is currently a Food Preservation Consultant at Penn State Extension (Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences). Here are the links that Martha referred to during our conversation: Penn State Extension Let’s Preserve …
If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (MaritimeGardening.com | A Free Audio Podcast For Gardening Enthusiasts ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way! Guess what? I’m now writing an article on gardening …
In this episode I talk to Dr. Anne Lichtenwalner (University of Maine at Orono) about HPAI bird flu, and what to do if you think your birds have it. To keep an eye on what’s happening in the US: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/animal-disease-information/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-2022What’s interesting this year is that there are MANY backyard flocks with HPAI, versus in 2015. …
It’s May/June and for many of us in the Northern Hemisphere it’s now pest season! Thankfully we have author, teacher, master gardener, man of science and myth-buster Robert Pavlis to help us separate fact from fiction when it comes to dealing with garden pests. Robert’s published books:Plant Science for Gardeners: Essentials for Growing Better PlantsSoil …
In this episode I talk to Stefan Sobkowiak about permaculture, shrubs, and why fruit trees need shrubs as neighbours. Farmer, permaculturalist, teacher, biologist, designer, author and speaker; Stefan Sobkowiak has presented more than 500 seminars and workshops to a whole range of public audiences. In addition to teaching at McGill University for 8 years, he …
In this podcast I talk to Horticulturist, Author, Radio Host, and Avid Gardener Niki Jabbour about transplants. We tried to cover everything a beginner will need to know. Check out Niki’s Books Here:https://savvygardening.com/buy-our-books/ Check out her radio show here:https://halifax.citynews.ca/all-audio/the-garden-show Check out Niki’s new online course here:How to Build & Use Mini Hoop Tunnels in the …
In this podcast I talk to Horticulturist, Soil Scientist, Author and Avid Gardener Lee Reich about growing tomatoes.Check out Lee’s Video on Pruning Tomatoes:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1sea-HJ3OwY&ab_channel=LeeReich Check out Lee’s Books:https://www.leereich.com/books If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (https://maritimegardening.com ) where I …
Thomas A. Edison once said, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” I couldn’t agree more, and in gardening, failure is the greatest teacher, if you take the time to reflect, think about what went wrong, and come up with some new ideas for next year. In this video I …
In this episode I answer viewer questions with Dave Doggett as a guest co-host. If you enjoyed this content, please like, share and/or subscribe to my YouTube channel. You can also check out my free audio podcast (https://maritimegardening.com ) where I discuss how to grow healthy food the cheap and easy way! Also, check out …
The latest Report on Canada’s Food prices from the from the Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University says that that food prices are going up. In this podcast I talk about the implications of those price increases, and some ways to deal with rising food prices. Source:https://www.dal.ca/sites/agri-food/research/canada-s-food-price-report-2021.html Arithmetic, Population and Energy – a talk by …
It’s November 2021 and for many of us in the Northern Hemisphere this is our last chance to do any work in the garden before the soil starts to freeze. For me – this is the time to work with your soil, and thankfully we have author, teacher, master gardener, man of science and myth-buster …
It’s the beginning of Fall and it’s time to start thinking about next year’s garden – and that means soil preparation! Thankfully we have author, teacher, master gardener, man of science and myth-buster Robert Pavlis – fresh off writing his new book: “Soil Science for Gardeners” – to help us improve our understanding of how …
In this episode I continue my discussion with Dr. Anne Lichtenwalner about the many cares, concerns and charms of keeping chickens; whether for eggs, meat or the simple joy of their quirky personalities. Anne Lichtenwalner is a veterinarian and a researcher at the University of Maine in Orono, Maine. She runs the veterinary diagnostic lab …
In this episode I talk to Dr, Anne Lichtenwalner from the University of Maine in Orono about raising chickens. Anne Lichtenwalner is a veterinarian and a researcher at the University of Maine in Orono, Maine. She runs the veterinary diagnostic lab there, and evaluates the health of many kinds of animals, from wildlife to livestock. …
In this episode Niki Jabbour tells us everything we need to know about container gardening. Niki Jabbour is the award-winning, best-selling author of four books including The Year-Round Vegetable Gardener and Growing Under Cover. She’s a two-time winner of the prestigious American Horticultural Society Book Award. Niki is also the creator and long-time host of …
I keep a large garden with many beds, and I try hard to rotate what I grow in those beds every year – but there are some gardening gurus who claim that crop rotation is not necessary to have a good garden. In this podcast I lay out all the reasons why I think it …
It’s the beginning of May and everyone is wondering if their soil is good enough for the coming growing season! Thankfully we have author, teacher, master gardener, man of science and myth-buster Robert Pavlis – fresh off writing his new book: “Soil Science for Gardeners” – to help us improve our understanding of how we …
In this episode of the Maritime Gardening Podcast, Stefan Sobkowiak joins us to discuss permaculture, and how he uses it in his orchard. Farmer, permaculturalist, teacher, biologist, designer, author and speaker; Stefan Sobkowiak has presented more than 500 seminars and workshops to a whole range of public audiences. In addition to teaching at McGill University …
Straw bale gardens are all the rage these days. People seem to love this seemingly easy way to grow vegetables in bales of straw – but is it all it’s cracked up to be? Thankfully we we author, teacher, master gardener, man of science and myth-buster Robert Pavlis to help us separate fact from fantasy. …
It’s early February, and this time of year many of us start really thinking about the coming spring, and what form this year’s garden will take. In this episode I talk about some key considerations that are worth thinking through before ordering your seed. These are: 1) Where is the sun, and how much do …
In this episode I talk about why it’s just as important to develop your knowledge and skills in the kitchen as it is in the garden. Every year we gardeners use our knowledge and skill to grow food – and then we have to figure out what to do with it. By improving as cooks, …
In this podcast I bring back Dave Doggett – my original co-host for the podcast – and we talk about how this year has gone for the show, where it’s going next year, and a little bit about the value and savings associated with keeping a garden. If you enjoyed this content, please like, share …
Better soil means better gardens – but did you know that your soil is alive? Did you know that there’s more organisms in a teaspoon of soil than there are people on the earth? Well I didn’t know that – but my guest – soil scientist Keith Reid knows that, and many other things about …
It’s always a shame to see things that you’ve grown go to waste – yet this is an experience of many new gardeners. They plant too much of one thing, and can’t keep up with the production, and can’t give it away fast enough, so it ends up in the compost bin. What a shame! …
There is an estimated 1 quadrillion ants in the world. That’s 1,000,000,000,000,000! So if you have a garden, you probably have ants, and you most likely have more than one kind of ant in that garden, since there is about 12,000 species of ant in the world, with new ones still being discovered. So, suffice …
A big part of gardening is problem solving. The process begins with identifying a problem, and them coming up with a solution. Sounds easy, but sometimes the problem is hard to pin down, and the solution can be even harder to prescribe. None of this is made any easier by bad advice from others, the …
Summer is here, the heat is on, and from this point of the growing season onward, having a good garden is all about maintaining the moisture levels in your soil. Thankfully, in this episode we have the perfect guest to help us improve our understanding of how water behaves in soil systems. Keith Reid is …
The viewers have asked me to do an episode on ornamental plants once and a while – so in this episode I’m going to talk about roses with Bob Osborne. Bob is the author of “HARDY ROSES: THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR HIGH LATITUDES AND ALTITUDES, and president at Corn Hill Nursery Ltd. in New Brunswick, …
Gardening is a learning process, but many of us choose to learn the hard way. Instead of devouring all the information that we can find from experienced gardeners BEFORE trying to garden, we do the opposite, and spend years spinning our wheels with trial and error. Eventually we find our way to studying to try …
In this episode, I talk to Keith Reid, author of the book: “Improving Your Soil”. We talk a little bit about his book, and why he wrote it – and then he answers a good smattering of soil-related viewer questions (as well as a couple of my own). Keith has been fascinated with soil from …
Farmer, permaculturalist, teacher, biologist, designer, author and speaker; Stefan Sobkowiak has presented more than 500 seminars and workshops to a whole range of public audiences. In addition to teaching at McGill University for 8 years, he worked as a biologist and designer in his landscape design practice for 20 years specializing in wildlife habitat designs. …
Canada’s Food Price Report 2020 is released jointly by Dalhousie University and the University of Guelph. The report speaks to predictions that were made using historical data sources, machine learning algorithms, and predictive analytics tools developed over many years (link below). In this episode I talk about rising food prices, and what you can do …
Another season of MPG has come to its end, and like last year, I thought I’d bring Dave Doggett, who was my co-host from seasons 1&2, back on the show for some laughs and to tell us about his plans to make lots of new episodes for his podcast (maritimeoutdoorsman.com) in 2020. I also talk …
There are three key things needed for success in a vegetable garden: sun, water and soil. All three are essential, but the third is arguably where the gardener’s efforts can have the greatest effect. In this podcast I discuss building the soil: how soil is a term that we use to refer to a very …
Jamie Simpson is a forester, lawyer, and writer with a passion for exploring our natural world. He is the author of Restoring the Acadian Forest: A Guide to Forest Stewardship for Woodlot Owners in Eastern Canada, and Journeys through Eastern Old-growth Forests, and his latest book is Eating Wild in Eastern Canada. In this episode …
Ever notice that the birds seem to know more than you when it comes to the natural world? That’s phenonolgy! Don’t worry – If you spend a lifetime learning – you just might know as much as a bird by the time you’re old enough to pass that knowledge on to the next generation! In …
This is not my first rant about the raised bed fad that seems to have made everyone go gaga in recent years, and I doubt it will be the last! If you’re considering building a new garden, or expanding your garden, and think that raised beds will be a panacea for all your gardening cares, …
In this episode we catch up with author, blogger, teacher, YouTuber and Master Gardener Robert Pavlis! We have a great conversation about things you don’t need to buy, and Robert also talks about his next book (coming late December 2019) that’s all about soil science. If you enjoyed this content, please share this content with …
Last week we had a wonderful guest in biologist and educator Stefan Sobkowiak. Stefan’s film, “The Permaculture Orchard: Beyond Organic”, offers an inspiring and informative look at his Permaculture Orchard in South West Quebec. In the film, Stefan shares his experience transforming a conventional apple orchard into an abundance of biodiversity that virtually takes care …
This week we have a wonderful guest in biologist and educator Stefan Sobkowiak. Stefan’s film, “The Permaculture Orchard: Beyond Organic”, offers an inspiring and informative look at his Permaculture Orchard in SW Quebec. In the film, Stefan shares his experience transforming a conventional apple orchard into an abundance of biodiversity that virtually takes care of …
After years of using wood-chips in the pathways between my garden beds, I switched over to sand pathways two months ago (mid-May 2019). In this podcast I try to answer every question that I have been asked since I made my first video about sand pathways. Have a watch, and let me know if you …
The garlic in my garden have sent up their garlic scapes, as I’m sure is the case with many gardens across the country and abroad, so I thought it would be a good idea to do a thorough episode talking about garlic with a garlic expert. Ron Goldy is a Vegetable Production Educator at Michigan …
Worms castings provide many benefits to soil quality, and this is great for your garden. A quick stroll through any garden center will reveal that they can be bought as a soil amendment for a range of prices – and they are all too high because you don’t need to buy them! Have a listen …
Companion planting is a very popular notion among gardeners. It’s exciting to think that the growing of two different plants in close proximity to one another will result in some form of overall net gain; but alas, there’s that sobering voice of science, enlightening us, while simultaneously ruining the party once again. So who better …
The prospect of an ecologically sustainable organic garden that is presented by the “no-till” or “permaculture” approach to gardening is attractive to gardeners for many reasons: there’s the low cost; the minimal work; the high quality produce; and, the peace of mind that you get from knowing that the way you are growing your food …
The increase of tick populations and the risk of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses is a growing concern for many gardeners and lovers of the outdoors. Since knowledge is always the best first step in dealing with any problem, I thought it would make sense to talk to a scientist about ticks, so in …
As an organic gardening enthusiast, I get a lot of questions from viewers and listeners about chemicals, poisons and toxins, so I thought I would do an episode on this topic, and luckily for us, Dr. Joe Schwarcz was kind enough to field all my questions! Have a listen as Dr. Joe educates us about …
The sunchoke (AKA “Jerusalem artichoke”, “sunroot”, “earth apple”, etc.) – despite it’s lack of an etymologically elegant, or even apropos name – is nonetheless a valuable addition to any garden. Easy to grow; tolerates lousy soil; drought resistant; pest resistant; maintenance free; delicious to eat; and economical to grow!!! My goodness what’s the downside? Well, …
Anyone that’s been following my podcast or YouTube videos knows by now that I don’t till my soil, and as a result, I spend very little time weeding & watering, and no time tilling! In this episode I catch up with former guest Lee Reich and discuss his approach to gardening and his book entitled …
However long your growing season is, you’d probably like it to be a little longer. In my garden, where I’m challenged each year to get a yield before the frosts begin in the fall, it’s important to get things started as early as possible, especially since I direct-seed just about everything, and don’t like to …
In this episode we catch up with author, blogger, teacher, YouTuber and Master Gardener Robert Pavlis! We have a great conversation about transplanting methods and techniques and Robert also talks about his new book: “Gardening Myths Book 2”. If you enjoyed this content, please share this content with like-minded individuals and groups! Also, check out …
Hey folks, it’s 2019 and this is the 1st episode of season four of the Maritime Gardening Podcast! In this episode, since it’s the time of year when many of us make our decisions about what seeds we are going to buy and grow in our gardens, I thought it would be fun have a …
This is the last airing of the Maritime Gardening Podcast for 2018. So for this, the end of the third season (but not the last!), I thought it would be fun to bring back Dave Doggett, who was here for the very first episode, and was my co-host for the 1st season! In this episode …
This episode is part two of my interview with author and horticulturalist Dr. Lee Reich, where we discuss his new book, “The Ever Curious Gardener”. In this part of the interview, we focus on Lee’s concept of “sustainability”, and how he puts it into practice, and we also touch on on question that I had …
This episode is part one of a two part interview with author and horticulturalist Dr. Lee Reich, where we discuss his new book, “The Ever Curious Gardener”. In particular, we focus on the topic of soil organic matter, and its relation to tillage, fertilization, composting and mulching. If you want to see Lee Reich on …
This week I have author Robert Pavlis back again to talk about products that are sold in garden centers everywhere, that are utterly useless in the garden and are a total waste of money. Robert Pavlis is the author of the books: “Garden Myths” and “Building Natural Ponds”, and is currently working on his next …
I hear many people say that they don’t have time to garden, but I rarely hear people say that they don’t have time to exercise. Here’s the thing: keeping a garden IS exercise; but of course, you get so much more out of gardening than wasting time on a tread mill. Cancel your over-priced, low …
I sold my pickup truck this past January and I was worried that it might be difficult to maintain my garden without it. Now, at the end of August, I have to say, I don’t miss it at all. You don’t need a truck to maintain a large backyard garden. In this episode I talk …
This week we have another new guest: Dr. Joe Schwarcz.of McGill University’s “Office for Science and Society”, which is dedicated to demystifying science and separating sense from nonsense. In this episode we talk about whether it’s better to cook kale or eat it raw, about the upcoming legalization if marijuana (cannabis) in Canada, the “grow …
A good deal of the gardening content that you see online today speaks to some notion of self-sufficiency, which one might define as being able to live off one’s own land with minimal external inputs. I find this notion quite intriguing to say the least, and I’d be lying if I were to say that …
I’ve talked about mulch, and you know water is important, but in this episode I discuss why a good mulch is so important for taking advantage of a good rain. I also give a brief update on how my garden is doing at this point in mid-July.
In this episode I talk once again with Robert Pavlis about how to build natural ponds; ponds that take care of themselves without any electronic devices, full of happy fish that find their won food. If this is something you’ve always wanted to do, then have a listen. Robert Pavlis is a well-known speaker, and …
We all seek to explain our gardening successes and failures to get better results in the future, but our reasoning is not always sound. In this episode I’m going a little outside the gardening world to talk about logic and reasoning, and how to apply some basic logic and scientific method to solving problems in …
This episode is part 2 of my talk with Robert Pavlis, author of the book “Garden Myths”, a book that pit’s his no-nonsense, scientific approach to gardening against many commonly held myths of gardening. In this part of the conversation we talk about tomato myths, internet sources of information (and how lousy they can be), …
This episode is part 1 of my talk with Robert Pavlis, author of the book “Garden Myths”, a book that pit’s his no-nonsense, scientific approach to gardening against many commonly held myths of gardening. In this part of the conversation we talk about myths related to germination, the toxicity of rhubarb, and fertilization.
It’s the end of May and I know what many of you are thinking: How am I going to get it all done? In this podcast I share a few thoughts on this aspect of gardening, and how I’m going to deal with it this year!
Have you always wanted a garden, but seem to watch each year roll by only to realize at some point that it’s too late? You are not alone. The prospect of getting started can be overwhelming, and if you are not sure where or how to begin, this three part series will set you on …
Whether you’re a “foodie”, a phytotherapist (herbal medicine person), or just hate buying things that you could otherwise grow yourself, growing an herb garden is a desirable goal for many. In this episode, I discuss how to grow herbs without a dedicated herb garden bed. With only a handful of exceptions, they may even be …
One of the things I like most about gardening is how it always seems to be a little bit different each year. Whether that’s the result of seasonal variations, trying new varieties, or trying new techniques, there’s a great deal of anticipation each spring when I get started and can’t wait to see how things …
In this episode I talk about my new sponsor: “Safers Gardening Products” and the coupon code they are offering to all my listeners, a 15% off discount (code = “maritime”) on all Safers and Chemfree brands offered on Woodstreambrands.ca and saferbrand.com (for U.S.A.). I also talk about birds, ants, moles and snakes, and why you should be glad to …
The “no-till” gardening approach works great, and I practice it in my entire garden. That said, I think there are a good many people, who, in their enthusiasm, take the “no-till” idea to extremes that can result in sub-optimal yields in the first year. In this episode I give my reasons for why I think …
It’s early March and this is the time of year that many gardeners start their transplants, or at least start thinking about transplants. Last year I grew all of my transplants outdoors in coldframes and hoop-houses, and it worked great, so this year I’m doing the same. In this episode I talk about all the …
Welcome back to the third season of the Maritime Gardening Podcast! It’s February and we gardeners have seeds on our minds, so I thought I would talk about the difference between heirloom seeds, open pollinated seeds, and hybrid seeds, and speak to the relative merits of each. I also have a new sponsor: Vesey’s seeds, …
It’s finally the end of another gardening season. I harvested my last kale on December 31, and now it’s time to take a break, and start dreaming about next year. In this episode I tie up a few loose ends to finish out the 2017 season for this podcast, I talk a little bit about …
In this episode I contrast the notion of “hobby gardening” with that “food gardening”. If you are the type of gardener that seems to want to grow a little more every year – you’re a food gardener! If that’s you, listen in and I’ll share some tips for how to get the most out of …
In this episode I discuss the general theme of the kind of money you can save by growing your own food, and in particular, by saving your own seed garlic, which are one of the more expensive items to buy at garden centers. Using some simple math, I show that over time, the numbers really …
Many garden centers create the perception that a garden is something you can buy and then install on your lawn – like a deck – but unlike a deck, a garden is a living thing. In fact, one cubic foot of healthy soil can contain thousands of organisms, and this kind of soil cannot be …
In this our 50th episode of the podcast, Greg talks about several things to consider this time of year, from easy free sources of mulch that you can find right after Halloween, leaving your root vegetables in the ground until there is some consistent frost, amending your soil, and Dave’s departure from the show. We …
“Growing Degree Days” (GDDs) are a measure of heat accumulation that indicates how favorable the growing conditions are in your area. If the number is really high, you can grow anything, if it’s low, there’s some things you just can’t grow. Every plant has a certain number of GDDs it needs to reach maturity. GDDs …
In this episode we talked about mulches and explored the question of which mulches are best suited to gardening in the North. Order, first to last: Which break down the fastest? Hay Seaweed Grass Leaves Rotten logs Woodchips Which improve soil the most rapidly? Hay Seaweed Grass Leaves Rotten logs Woodchips Which generate the most …
In this episode we discuss and try to define the concept of “permaculture”, a term that refers to an approach to agriculture that is fundamentally different than that of conventional approaches, and we focus specifically on the thoughts of the late Bill Mollison (1928-2016), an internationally recognized permaculture writer, teacher and advocate. I refer to …
Does it make sense to plant “fall crops” if you live somewhere with an early winter, like zone 6 or colder? I think it does, but it also makes sense to broaden your concept of what “fall crops” are. In my garden, I plant Romain lettuce and cilantro in early and mid August, but that’s …
Is there really such a thing as a “green thumb”? Do gardeners buy into the idea of a “green thumb” to simply pat themselves on the back, or is this something non-gardeners buy into to console themselves? Having a successful garden depends upon many factors such as; soil quality, growing conditions, pests, plant varieties, proper …
In this episode Greg and Dave discussed lacto-fermentation, a method of preserving vegetables that predates modern pickling techniques that employ the use of vinegar. Lacto-fermentation uses natural lactic-acid bacteria (LAB) and yeasts that are present in the actual vegetables to create an acidic environment that preserves the vegetables, is probiotic, and results in really tasty …
In this weeks episode Greg and Dave talk about Ticks and the growing epidemic of Lyme Disease. If you spend any amount of time outdoors (yes, even in your garden) here in Atlantic Canada, or even any part of North America or Europe for that matter, be aware of the very real dangers that Ticks …
This weeks episode is a recap/discussion about some recent videos Greg shot of his gardening including, Sand Gardens, Rock Borders, and our most “viral” video to date in which Greg plants potatoes using the Ruth Stout Method.
In this episode Greg talks about the main pests that attack brassicas like kale, Brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, cabbages, etc., the different varieties of kale and their relative pest resistance, and organically acceptable solutions to those pests. Kale Varieties – Scotch curly kale (most pest resistant) – Lacinato kale (least pest resistant) – Red Russian kale …
In this episode, Greg talks about various ways to define your garden beds. Vermicompost update – Lots of worms – no smell, totaly works in a garage setting – really not worth the effort IMO, cannot keep up with supply – would need a wall of them to keep up with houshold kitchen waste – …
In this episode, Greg talks about how there is little time left in the season to get planting. Topics covered include; wild edibles (dandelions – give it a try), radishes (are they worth it?), early greens (thinning), wild strawberries, key indicators from nature for planting times, wisdom from angling (spring peppers = smelts), red buds on the maple trees begin to …
This week we revisited the issue of how important mulches are in a permaculture garden, with a focus on how mulches act as “irrigation systems”. We talked about how employing a mulch copies the successful systems that occur in nature, and how planting at grade (not in a raised bed) also brings the plant closer …
In this episode Greg talks about the use of mulches in vegetable gardens. Why Mulches are important -weed control -water retention -fertilization -ideal environment for beneficial organisms -generates compost in your garden Types of mulch: -ramial woodchips -leaves -grass clippings -rotten logs -seaweed -hay -straw -spruce boughs Mulches and permaculture design – Permaculture is about …
In this episode, Greg gives us an update on how his garden is progressing as of Early May. Topics covered are; beets, carrots, parsnips, potatoes, peas, fava beans (windsor beans), kale, swiss chard, chicory, brussels sprouts, kohlrabi, onions, spinach, dill, parsley, tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, cold frames, drip irrigation and more.
In the last episode we talk a little about permaculture garden designs, and how they tend to be very efficient from a “calories in/calories out” ration point of view. Well what could be a more efficient way to produce calories and bee keeping? The bees do all the work and you eat half their honey! …
Permaculture is a method of agriculture that results in gardens that function like natural systems such that they are sustainable over the long term, require minimal labor and inputs, and have a net-positive impact on the ecosystem where they are located. In this episode we talked a little about the concept of ‘efficiency’ in a …
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Many gardeners like the idea of having an herb garden, but many of them are hard to grow from seed, and it can be costly to buy them all as transplants. In this episode we discuss strategies for building a good herb garden without spending too much money. Perennial Herbs Perennial herbs, like any perennial, …
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As you garden becomes larger and more elaborate, it becomes increasingly useful to plan out the space prior to planting each year. While there is software available online for this task, I find it far simpler to just take a picture of my garden from a high point, pop the picture into MS excel (or …
One ritual of the Northern gardener is the growing of transplants in spring. For some it means the annual firing up of the improvised grow-op, whereas for others it is signified by the colonization of all the space in every south facing window in the house. In this episode Dave and I talk about all …
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Many gardeners time their planting dates around tables and charts that are based on “plant hardiness zones”. In this episode we discuss how they are determined, how informative they are for planning a garden, and some strategies for working around the limitations that your zone might impose on plant variety options. What Determines a Hardiness …