The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers
Epic Gardening
The Beet started its existence as the Epic Gardening Podcast but has grown into a one-stop shop for plant lovers. Each week, we explore topics ranging from beginner gardening tips to in-depth discussions with industry and science experts. Here, we’ll open up new gardening horizons, inspire you to greater heights, share new and exciting discoveries in agriculture, and fill your mind with freshly harvested information you can apply to your own gardening journey.
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Jan 24, 2019 • 10min
What Mycorrhizal Fungi Actually DO
You've probably heard the word mycorrhizal fungi before...but what do these things actually do in the soil and in the garden? Today we get deep into that very question, as well as give you some tips on making sure your soil is full of them! Learn More: http://www.integritysoils.co.nz/ https://www.instagram.com/masters.nicole/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 23, 2019 • 10min
Quorum Signalling: How Microbes and Plants Talk
Today Nicole and I chat about quorum signalling, which is an incredibly interesting phenomenon that will blow your mind. I won't give too much away, but it'll help you tie together your understanding of the soil food web. Learn More: http://www.integritysoils.co.nz/ https://www.instagram.com/masters.nicole/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 22, 2019 • 10min
The Gut-Soil-Microbe Connection
Today, we kick off a super interesting week with Nicole Masters of Integrity Soils. She's an international agroecologist and systems thinker who blew my mind multiple times in this week of shows. In today's show we're talking about how the 'gut' of a plant is outside of it's body...in the soil! And how that reframing helps you in the garden. Learn More: http://www.integritysoils.co.nz/ https://www.instagram.com/masters.nicole/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 21, 2019 • 7min
Edible Flower Cocktails
I bet you've been waiting for this episode all week, I know I have ;) - how to incorporate edible flowers into your cocktails and drinks! If you have a favorite recipe, shoot me an email! About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 20, 2019 • 8min
Baking With Edible Flowers
Time to turn on your sweet tooth! Learn the best way to incorporate flowers into your baking...I learned a lot in today's show, as a budding baker myself. About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 19, 2019 • 6min
Cooking With Edible Flowers
They look nice, but how do you actually use them in the kitchen? Edible flowers are edible, after all ;) Learn how to incorporate them into your cooking! About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 18, 2019 • 7min
Harvesting and Storing Flowers
Wondering how to store your flowers for the best flavor, shelf life, and more? Wonder no more, as Bee of Flora Cocina shares her wisdom. About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 17, 2019 • 6min
Bee's Favorite Edible Flowers To Use
Bee gives us her top edible flowers, as well as a couple usage tips :) About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 16, 2019 • 9min
Best Edible Flowers to Grow
Today, learn which edible flowers you should consider growing in your garden as well as a bit about how to use each, with Bee of Flora Cocina. About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 15, 2019 • 6min
Why You Should Grow Edible Flowers
This week we're talking about edible flowers with my friend Bee of Flora Cocina, an edible flower expert! You're going to learn a lot about using all parts of your plants in the garden this week...I'm excited! About Bee An accomplished cook, she creates singular recipes or complete menus featuring flowers as integral components, as well as handcrafted floral products to bring your own cooking to new heights. Learn More: https://www.instagram.com/floracocina/ http://www.floracocina.com/ Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, will be out May 7, 2019. If you pre-order the book and forward your receipt to kevin@epicgardening.com, I'll send you a free pack of heirloom, organic seeds from one of my favorite seed suppliers! Pre-Order Field Guide to Urban Gardening Support Epic Gardening Support Epic Gardening on Patreon Follow Epic Gardening YouTube Instagram Pinterest Facebook Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
