The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

Latest Episodes:

Why You Should Grow Edible Flowers Jan 15, 2019

Show notes

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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Epic Worm Food Recipe for Vermicomposting Jan 14, 2019

Show notes

Are you baffled by what to feed worms to produce great compost? Most people new to worm composting are at a loss for what goes in there, other than the obvious vegetable scraps or melon peels. Most red wigglers or European nightcrawlers will eat almost anything. The average worm will consume half its body weight in food per day. If you start with a pound of worms, they should eat a half-pound of food per day, and so on. But like all compost, what you put into it will change what the finished compost’s quality is. So let’s go over a short list of what to feed worms to supercharge your worm poop and feed your plants!

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1/2 cup alfalfa meal
1/8 cup dried and powdered eggshells (microwave or bake these first to eliminate the risk of salmonella)
1/8 cup azomite

Learn More: What To Feed Worms For Epic Vermicompost 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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living Off Of Your Own Food For a YEAR Jan 13, 2019

Show notes

What if you had to live off of only what you could grow or forage for an ENTIRE year? You can't even buy your own oils, salts, etc...EVERYTHING has to come from your own labor. Well, that's what Rob is doing. Find out how he's approaching it. About Rob Rob Greenfield is an adventurer, environmental activist, humanitarian, and dude making a difference. He is dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Buy the Epic Soil Starter Organic Fertilizer! How do you super-charge your soil with good, inexpensive organic matter? That was the question I sought to answer when I designed this custom-mixed fertilizer with my friends over at Garden Maker Naturals. It's designed to take your ordinary raised bed garden soil and give it enough organic matter to kick-start your growing season. Order Your Epic Soil Starter Here

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Grow Food for Free Jan 12, 2019

Show notes

You can spend a bunch of money on gardening tools, gear, seeds, etc...or if you're more budget-conscious, you can grow food for nearly free. It'll take a bit more time, but you'll also plug into your community and get connected to new neighbors and friends. About Rob Rob Greenfield is an adventurer, environmental activist, humanitarian, and dude making a difference. He is dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob's Tips for Beginner Gardeners Jan 11, 2019

Show notes

Everyone has their own challenges in the garden...but there are a few common mistakes that almost every beginner makes. If you're gardening for the first time this season or just want to brush up on your green thumb skills...check out Rob's best beginner tips. About Rob Rob Greenfield is an adventurer, environmental activist, humanitarian, and dude making a difference. He is dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Free Seed Project Jan 10, 2019

Show notes

Rob Greenfield is known for his attention-grabbing activist campaigns, and The Free Seed Project + Gardens for Single Moms are no exception. About Rob Rob Greenfield is an adventurer, environmental activist, humanitarian, and dude making a difference. He is dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Community Fruit Tree Project Jan 09, 2019

Show notes

What if you could walk outside in your neighborhood and pick an abundant amount of fruit? Well...with Rob Greenfield's Community Fruit Tree project, you can! He's started a collective fruit tree care network in Orlando, which is easily replicated to other areas of the world. About Rob Rob Greenfield is an adventurer, environmental activist, humanitarian, and dude making a difference. He is dedicated to leading the way to a more sustainable and just world. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing in Other Peoples Front Yards... Jan 08, 2019

Show notes

What if you didn't need ANY land to grow your own food? Sound impossible? Well, Rob Greenfield is doing it...and doing it well! Today kicks off the first of six episodes with Rob, who's a multi-talented activist and gardener with a TON of knowledge to share. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Start Seeds Indoors Under Lights Jan 07, 2019

Show notes

As Spring approaches, learn how to best start seeds indoors as well as the major mistakes most newbie gardeners will make. I've definitely made some of these myself! About Leslie Halleck Leslie is a Degreed & Certified Professional Horticulturist with 25 years of Green Industry, and has a WEALTH of knowledge about growing under artificial lighting. Learn More:

Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

Support Epic Gardening on Patreon

Follow Epic Gardening

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growing Citrus Trees Indoors?! Jan 06, 2019

Show notes

Did you know that you can keep your citrus indoors in the winter...and if you're REALLY epic, you can grow them indoors all year long? Learn how in today's show. About Leslie Halleck Leslie is a Degreed & Certified Professional Horticulturist with 25 years of Green Industry, and has a WEALTH of knowledge about growing under artificial lighting. Learn More:

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected