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Ever since my new book, The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook, was released on February 7, my schedule has been crazy! I wanted to let you know about the podcasts that I’ve either been a guest on or my book has been discussed. Here’s the line-up: The Joe Gardener Show with host Joe Lamp’l. I was delighted to be on […]
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Have you been enjoying my seed starting videos so far? I hope so! It’s time for part 3 because I have more more information to share with you. Here’s what you’ll find in the 3rd installment: If you’re wondering why I keep showing you the lettuce plants, that’s because I want you to see their progression. It’s pretty amazing to […]
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When I shot my previous video on seed starting, I promised there would be follow-ups. Well, here’s the first of them! In this video, I’ll show you how my little lettuce seedlings (pictured left) are coming along. Then I discuss seed viability and how to conduct your own seed germination test on older seeds (spoiler alert: it’s easy!). The final […]
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Growing plants from seed is the most valuable skill a gardener can have. Yet when it comes to seed starting, many folks are confused about how the whole process works. Or they feel a bit overwhelmed. I don’t want you to feel that way. My newest video will provide you with the exact information you need. In it, I share […]
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If you haven’t heard of the Cabin Fever Gardening Symposium, you are in for a treat! This annual event is put on by the Master Gardener Foundation of Spokane County. It will be virtual again this year so you can reap the benefits of it no matter where you live! This year’s theme is “Sustainable & Resilient Gardens,” which is […]
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Have you heard of crop rotation? Do you think it only refers to farmers? Well, it can apply to vegetable gardeners, too. Why? It will help prevent or reduce disease and insect problems. That’s why I covered this topic in my newest video. This method refers to mindful decisions about where you’re going to grow certain crops each year. Let’s […]
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Why yes, it’s time for my next video! This one is all about the types of vegetable garden preparations we do so everything is ready. My goal for this season is to share all sorts of tips and timely information. I want you to have your best garden ever! In this video, I cover the importance of choosing a sunny […]
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If you haven’t heard of winter sowing, you are in for a treat! After all, who wouldn’t love to plant seeds right now, in the dead of winter, and pull it off?! That’s the topic of my newest video and it is the coolest thing ever… no pun intended! Winter sowing involves planting seeds outdoors in containers, usually between December […]
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Since we’re almost into the new year, I wanted to share the vegetable varieties we’ll be growing. In this video, I go over all of the crops and varieties, and why we chose them. Many are new to us and some are tried-and-true favorites. As I mention in the video, you can find suggested sources for them on my website. […]
Read moreI just received an advance copy of my new book, The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook! And I shot a video of the unveiling, too. This is one of the most exciting things for an author, let me tell you. The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook will officially be available starting Feb. 7, 2023. This is my third time working […]
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