Just Grow Something | The "Why" Behind the "How" of Gardening

Grow a better vegetable garden, whether you're a seasoned gardener or have never grown a thing in your life. Karin helps home gardeners learn to grow their own food using evidence-based techniques and research. She talks all about specific plants, pests, diseases, soil and plant health, mulch, garden planning, and more. It's not just the "how" but also the "why" that makes us better. The goal? For everyone to know how to grow their own food no matter what sized space they have or their experience level. Tune in each week to plan, learn, and grow with your friend in the garden, Karin Velez.
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Proper Soil Temperatures for Transplanting - Ep. 193

Proper Soil Temperatures for Transplanting - Ep. 193

Using the last frost date in spring or our average air temperatures might be a good guideline to start with when figuring out when to plant the garden, but a better method for knowing when it’s actua...

Amendments to Add in Spring for the Summer Garden - Ep. 192

Amendments to Add in Spring for the Summer Garden - Ep. 192

Back in November I talked to you about doing a soil test, using slow-release amendments in the garden to do their work gradually over the winter, and then doing another soil test in the spring to see...

Your Biggest Pests in the Garden - Ep. 191

Your Biggest Pests in the Garden - Ep. 191

I had such a fantastic response to the March Question of the Month and we had such great conversations on Facebook and Instagram that I made this week’s entire episode all about! You came in clutch w...

Hardening Off Seedlings Before Transplant - Ep. 190

Hardening Off Seedlings Before Transplant - Ep. 190

Hardening off is a process that helps plants adjust to the outdoor environment, preventing shock and ensuring they thrive once planted in the garden. Gradual exposure helps the plants acclimate to th...