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What YOU Can Do To Help The Bees May 05, 2019

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In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we bring it down to the home gardener level, sharing what YOU can do to help the bees. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary:

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 Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening

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What Is "Colony Collapse" And Is It Still Happening? May 04, 2019

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In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we talk about Colony Collapse Disorder and how it might not be the biggest issue facing the bees right now. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary:

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Honey bees vs Native Bees May 03, 2019

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In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we talk about the honey bees vs. native bees: what are the differences and what are their respective roles in the pollination equation? Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary:

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How Beekeepers Survive 50% Losses in Bees May 02, 2019

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In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we chat about how commercial beekeepers lose 33-50% of their bees every year, and how they can possibly sustain the business model. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary:

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What are "Managed Honeybees"? May 01, 2019

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In today's show with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, we dive deeper into the managed honeybee industry and its impact on agriculture and food. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary:

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What's Going On With Our Pollinators? Apr 30, 2019

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Today kicks off 6 episodes with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, which is playing at the Newport Beach Film Festival May 1st if you're in the Southern California area. In today's show, we go over the broad overview of the film as well as introduce the "managed honeybee" industry to you. Learn More About Peter and The Pollinators Documentary:

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How to Grow Lingonberries Apr 29, 2019

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Lingonberry plants are an underrated perennial berry that you should consider growing in your garden. Here's a basic overview on their care! Learn More: How to Grow Lingonberry Plants 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 Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening

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Can You Bury Food Scraps In The Soil? Apr 28, 2019

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What happens if you skip the composting process and just bury your scraps right in the soil? Today we answer this question, brought up by my friend Mark from Self Sufficient Me. Learn More: Watch Mark's video on burying food scraps 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 Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening

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5 Reasons to Grow in Raised Beds Apr 27, 2019

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Raised beds are one of the best ways to make gardening EASIER - both on your body and your plants. Here are my 5 top reasons why I prefer raised beds in my front yard garden. Learn More: Buy Birdies Raised Beds in the USA here. 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 Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening

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6 Types of Basil You Havent Grown Apr 26, 2019

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When Simon and Garfunkel recorded the song “Scarborough Fair,” they sang about parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme. The first thought that goes through my head when I hear this song on the radio is “but what about basil?” I love growing basil! Learn More: Growing Basil 101 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 Shop Epic Gardening I'm carrying Birdies Garden Products raised beds, the ones I use exclusively in my front yard garden. They're a corrugated Aluzinc steel, powder-coated raised bed designed to last a lifetime. Buy Birdies Raised Beds at my online store. Follow Epic Gardening

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