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

The Just Grow Something podcast is all about helping you become a better gardener! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or have never grown a thing in your life, join Karin as she gives you the knowledge you need to get the biggest and best harvest you can. We talk all about specific plants, insects, weeds, soil health, amendments and more. It's not just the "how" but also the "why" that makes us better. Along the way, we explore the food and agriculture issues that affect us all as gardeners and as eaters. Tune in each week to plan, learn, and grow with your friend in the garden, Karin Velez.
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Rhubarb, Asparagus Beetles, Fertilizer, and Other Gardener Questions - Ep. 150

Rhubarb, Asparagus Beetles, Fertilizer, and Other Gardener Questions - Ep. 150

The height of the gardening season in the northern hemisphere is on the horizon which means peak time for gardening questions! Today we dig into why rhubarb might not turn red when ready to harvest, ...

Eight Common Tomato Plant Diseases - Focal Point Friday

Eight Common Tomato Plant Diseases - Focal Point Friday

Since it's peak tomato growing season in most areas of the northern hemisphere, I thought it would be a good time to revisit an old episode about tomato plant diseases! This is not a comprehensiv...

Identifying and Controlling Persistent Weeds in the Garden - Ep. 149

Identifying and Controlling Persistent Weeds in the Garden - Ep. 149

I spent the better part of my afternoon on Monday pulling Johnsongrass from my tomato field and in between my pole beans, which is what prompted today’s episode. That Johnsongrass is a perennial weed...

Tomato Varieties for Containers and Small Spaces

Tomato Varieties for Containers and Small Spaces

Tuesday we talked about tomatoes that perform well in short seasons or challenging conditions. I had several listeners reach out and ask about growing in containers and small spaces. There are lots o...