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Garden Chores For February-Growing Wisdom February 6th 2024 Feb 06, 2024

February can still be cold and snowy in the northern tier of the world, but there are some gardening chores to be had. Listen to this edition of Growing Wisdom for some ideas on February gardening.

Is "No Mow May" A Good Idea?-Growing Wisdom April26th 2023 Apr 26, 2023

No Mow May Is Gaining Traction In Parts Of North America, But Is It A Fad Or A Good Thing?

Spring Dug Parsnips Are Special With Michael Docter of Winter Moon Farm-Growing Wisdom April 7th 2022 Apr 07, 2022

Parsnips might get a bad rap from some, but they are sweet as sugar when harvested at the right time.

Gardening In Early April From Vegetables to Perennials and Shrubs-Growing Wisdom April 1st 2022 Apr 01, 2022

April is a big gardening month. Take advantage of the cool and damp weather to move, plant and grow!

Passover, Gardening and Symbolism-Growing Wisdom March 30th 2022 Mar 30, 2022

In this edition of Growing Wisdom I discuss some of the Passover traditions and symbolism with Rabbi Dave Yedid in New York.

The Surprising Truth About The Maple Sugar Industry-Growing Wisdom March 17th 2022 Mar 17, 2022

In this episode of Growing Wisdom Dave Epstein speaks with Michael Farrell CEO of The Forest Farmers on the state of the maple sugar industry today.

Houseplant Appreciation Day-Growing Wisdom January 10th 2022 Jan 10, 2022

It's houseplant appreciation day and here are some of my favorite, especially good for low light, plants.

How To Grow Sprouts At Home Nov 05, 2021

Today's podcast is sponsored by Clover Food Labs https://www.cloverfoodlab.com/

Growing Wisdom-Fall Gardening With Lynne Flodin from Volante Farms Sep 23, 2021

In this episode, I speak with Lynne Flodin who has been at Volante farms for 33 years. She shares her expertise on fall gardening as well as some of the summer failures due to all the rain. We even take a peak into 2022 and some hot new items.

Growing Wisdom- Planting and Growing Vegetables In Late Summer Jul 23, 2021

In this episode, I talk about growing vegetables in the last third of summer.

Growing Wisdom-Preventing and Managing Tomatoes For Disease Jul 09, 2021

According to Johnny's Selected Seeds Website "Tomatoes are among the world's most cultivated crops, and given proper conditions and regular maintenance, they are relatively easy to grow. They are far from trouble-free, however, being prone to a host of production problems and pathogens, especially when conditions and maintenance are less than ideal.

As prevention is the best medicine, it helps to have some familiarity with the threats that you and your plants may face. To help acquaint you with the most common and damaging problems that may arise we developed this Guide to Common Tomato Pests, Diseases & Physiological Disorders. Many tomato problems closely resemble each other and are continually evolving; therefore, we always recommend seeking professional assistance from your cooperative extension for the definitive identification of disease and pests. This guide will provide a starting point toward understanding some of the most common issues that may arise, and their causes, while also helping you to select varieties resistant to specific diseases."

Growing Wisdom-Is It Time To Grow Ornamental Lilies in New England Again? Jun 15, 2021

You might notice an absence of the lily beetle pest as a parasitic wasp continues to spread.

Growing Wisdom-Gardening In Early June Jun 01, 2021

Weeding, watering and planting. It is all part of the June garden.

Tips For Being Successful With Growing In Containers And All Around Gardening May 25, 2021

In This Episode, I interview Teri Boardman from Volante Farms in Needham, MA about all things gardening. We talk about container gardening and how to get the most out of what you are growing this year.

Growing Wisdom A Gardeners Spring Day May 15, 2021

I love gardening and it seems like there is just not enough time in the day to get it all day, but there's always another one tomorrow.

Growing Wisdom: Where Are The Insects May 10, 2021

Some thoughts on why I am observing in my lifetime about the decline of insects.

Growing Wisdom-When To Plant Tomatoes, Basil and Other Warm Weather Crops May 03, 2021

Planting certain vegetables in spring can end up costing you the plants as they succumb to disease and other issues.

Growing Wisdom: How Far Apart Should I Space Vegetables? Apr 27, 2021

Some plants can be spaced much closer together than others. It all depends on the ultimate size of the plant and the amount of light and nutrients it needs.

Growing Wisdom-Learning About Plant Fertilziers Apr 18, 2021

Using the right fertilizer for a particular plant is important to help the plant perform its best self.

Growing Wisdom Podcast Watering Tips For The Yard Apr 10, 2021

In this episode of Growing Wisdom I provide some tips on how to properly water the different plants growing in your yard including grass, trees, and shrubs.

What Can You Plant In The Garden In Early April Apr 06, 2021

Kale, collards, spinach, peas, carrots and more all love the cool weather of early spring.

Early Spring Lawn Care Apr 03, 2021

Early spring is a great time to get your lawn into good shape. Weeds can become a problem quickly as the weather warms up. This episode I talk about the difference between perennial weeds and annual ones. I also explore types of preemergent to use on your lawn.

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