The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

This episode has been brought to you by Fox Farm, crafting soil and fertilizers since 1984. Supercharge your plants by locating a Fox Farm retailer near you: https://foxfarm.com/find-a-dealer/ Episode Description: Spring has officially sprung, and Jacques and Kevin are enjoying it! In this episode of the Beet Podcast, they get into the nitty-gritty of garden glow-ups with spacing tweaks, topping peppers, and pruning basil. With their mole issues finally behind them, the focus shifts to fertilizing – what to use, when to apply it, and how to keep plants thriving all season long.Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/BeetEpisode Description: Did you know plants can boost your serotonin and dopamine levels? Chartered Horticulturalist and British Plant Profiler David Domoney does – and that’s not all. From houseplants to wild landscapes, David explores how connecting with plants can transform our well-being. In this vibrant conversation with Jacques, he shares how gardening uplifts the heart and nourishes the soul.Connect with David Domoney:David Domoney is a Chartered Horticulturalist and British Plant Profiler known for his lectures and bestselling books on the unique characteristics and personalities of plants. His titles include Plants with Superpowers and My Houseplant Changed My Life. A recipient of multiple awards, including the Excellence in Horticulture Award presented by The Duke of Edinburgh Prince Edward in 2018, David is also a Chartered Fellow of several prestigious horticultural colleges. His recent work focuses on the mental and physical well-being benefits of human-plant interaction. Find more from David at his website: https://www.daviddomoney.com Find more from David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daviddomoney/  Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/BeetEpisode Description:In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Rick Bickling shares the secrets to building a square foot garden! This efficient, space-maximizing method is a game-changer for gardeners. As a Master Gardener and Certified Instructor, Rick’s got all the tips and tricks to help you grow more in less space.Connect with Rick Bickling:Rick Bickling, a Texas Master Gardener and Square Foot Gardening Certified Instructor, pulled off a miracle by transforming a concrete basketball court into thriving Square Foot Gardens! When he's not gardening, Rick works with the Square Foot Gardening Foundation, creating "Essentials" video tutorials alongside the foundation’s directors. Find more from Rick at the Square Foot Gardening Web Site: https://squarefootgardening.org/author/rick_b/ Find more from Rick at the Square Foot Gardening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SquareFootGardeningFoundationOFFICIAL Learn more about the 4th Edition of Mel Bartholomew’s Square Foot Gardening: https://squarefootgardening.org/product/all-new-square-foot-gardening-4th-edition/   Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Kevin sits down with Michael Key, the brains behind Impello Biosciences, to dive deep into the fascinating world of biostimulants and microbial magic for plant health. From boosting productivity to promoting plant resilience, Michael unpacks the science behind these powerful tools. Tune in to discover how to apply these game-changing principles to make your garden flourish! Connect with Michael Key:Michael Key is co-founder and CEO of Impello Biosciences, a Colorado-based company specializing in plant biostimulants and microbial solutions for agriculture. With a background in horticulture from Colorado State University, Michael authored several patents related to beneficial microbes and biochemical tools that enhance plant health and productivity. He combines scientific innovation with practical solutions to empower growers and promote eco-conscious farming practices.Find more from Michael Key at his website: https://impellobio.com Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques chats with Ben Raskin and Andy Dibben, authors of Silvohorticulture. They dive into this innovative technique of planting trees alongside crops, turning trees into the garden's stars while enhancing crop production with the perfect balance of light, water, and soil. Tune in to learn how to bring this tree-powered magic to your own backyard!Connect with Ben Raskin and Andy Dibben:Ben Raskin and Andy Dibben design and manage agroforestry systems and have extensive experience in commercial horticultural crop production. Through observation, they have uncovered the benefits of trees for edible crops. This led to the development of crucial new information on how to fit trees into crop rotations, manipulating access to light. Their book, Silvohorticulture offers step-by-step instructions to manage trees and crops successfully. Find more from Ben Raskin at his website: https://www.benraskin.uk/  Find more from Andy Dibben at the Agricology website: https://agricology.co.uk/farmer-profiles/andy-dibben/  Find their book, Silvohorticulture here: https://www.chelseagreen.com/product/silvohorticulture/  Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get ready for a fun chat between Jacques and Kevin as they dive into their spring gardening plans! Jacques is already gearing up with tons of pepper and tomato seedlings, while Kevin is developing his strategy, waiting for San Diego’s June Gloom before making his move. Tune in for some great ideas to try in your own garden!Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/BeetEpisode Description:In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Logan chats with Winnie Pitrone of Flora of the Fields, a biodynamic flower farm in Mendocino. Winnie grows vibrant tulips, ranunculus, anemones, daffodils, and more, crafting them into breathtaking bouquets and wedding displays. Tune in for expert tips on growing and arranging your own gorgeous blooms and growing an edible garden, too!Connect with Winnie Pitrone:Winnie has been growing cut flowers on the Mendocino Coast in partnership with her husband, Andy Mackey, since 1992.  They are small-scale, bio-intensive horticulturists following their flower passion, emphasizing detail and diversity. They believe that the purity of method, gardening exclusively with hand labor and hand tools, is reflected in the quality of what they produce. Find more from Winnie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/winniepitrone/ Find more from Winnie on her website here: https://www.floraofthefields.com/  Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup Do You Love Epic Gardening products? Join the Epic Affiliate Program! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marryn Mathis went from a career in finance to full-time flower farming in a very short period. Since then, she has mastered growing sweet peas, dahlias, and more on her ten-acre farm in the Pacific Northwest. In this episode of the Beet Podcast, she and Jacques discuss the flower craze, and dive into the particulars of growing great sweet peas.Learn More: When to Plant Sweet Peas: Tips For Your ZoneConnect with Marryn Mathis:When Marryn discovered flower farming, she fell in love with the idea of showing her children the joy of a life of digging in the dirt, being outside, and growing beauty. So she sold her home in the suburbs, bought a farm, and became a flower farmer. Today, she’s growing a life she loves and making a difference in her community one bloom at a time. Find more from Marryn Mathis on her website: https://thefarmhouseflowerfarm.com/  Find more from Marryn Mathis on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefarmhouseflowerfarm/ Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop-beet → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests-beetLearn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube-beet→ Blog: https://growepic.co/blog-beet→ Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts→ Discord: https://growepic.co/discord→ Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta→ TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok→ Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest→ Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter→ Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook→ Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroupDo You Love Epic Gardening products? Join the Epic Affiliate Program!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/BeetVermicomposting is the topic of today’s conversation with Jacques and Steve Churchill. They cover Steve’s entry into the field, all the way to his founding of the Urban Worm Company. They also discuss how to build your own system from the ground-up! Listen in today and start your worm composting journey. Learn More: Worm Castings: Powerhouse Poop From Wiggly Worms - Epic GardeningConnect With Steve Churchill:In the early 2000s, Steve Churchill was fascinated by worms that moved into his hot compost pile after it cooled, transforming it into rich worm castings. This prompted his own research into the role of worms in soil, and he started his own worm bin. Steve founded the Urban Worm Company in 2014, which was at first an educational blog about vermicomposting. It has since transformed into a growing business with 7 figures of annual revenue as of 2022. Find more from Steve on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/urbanwormcompany   Find more from Steve on his web site: https://urbanwormcompany.com  Listener Exclusive:As an exclusive for our listeners, use code BEETPODCAST for 10% off your next order (one use per customer) at shop.epicgardening.com! Whether you’re looking for seed-starting supplies, high-quality seeds to plant, or a raised bed or planter to start them in, we have supplies to get you growing.Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop-beet → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests-beetLearn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube-beet→ Blog: https://growepic.co/blog-beet→ Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts→ Discord: https://growepic.co/discord→ Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta→ TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok→ Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest→ Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter→ Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook→ Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroupDo You Love Epic Gardening products? Join the Epic Affiliate Program!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/BeetLongevity in the garden doesn’t typically cross a gardener’s mind, as the seasons’ cycles and the life of plants predominate. But Madeline Hooper found that proper and consistent body movement dispels the myth that gardening is inevitably strenuous. In this full episode of the Beet Podcast, Madeline and Kevin discuss this most important topic and explore how you can garden in a healthier, more mindful way.  Connect with Madeline Hooper:Madeline Hooper is an expert gardener and recognized horticulturalist who cultivates 10 acres in upstate New York. Through her experience, she was invited to become a trustee of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and then the Vice Chair of Berkshire Botanical Garden, where she has worked for the past ten years. After spending these 30 years gardening Madeline found a solution to the aches and pains that come with it by learning to move her body to prevent strain and stress properly. She shares what she learned with others in her GardenFit television show.  Find more from Madeline Hooper on her website: https://gardenfit.fit/  Find more from Madeline Hooper on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getgardenfit/ Listener Exclusive:As an exclusive for our listeners, use code BEETPODCAST for 10% off your next order (one use per customer) at shop.epicgardening.com! Whether you’re looking for seed-starting supplies, high-quality seeds to plant, or a raised bed or planter to start them in, we have supplies to get you growing.Support The Beet:→ Shop: https://growepic.co/shop-beet → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests-beetLearn More:→ All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube-beet→ Blog: https://growepic.co/blog-beet→ Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts→ Discord: https://growepic.co/discord→ Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta→ TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok→ Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest→ Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter→ Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook→ Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroupDo You Love Epic Gardening products? Join the Epic Affiliate Program!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices