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5 Easy Weed Removal Techniques Sep 20, 2018

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A listener wrote in wondering how to better control weeds on his 1/4 acre plot. There are plenty of them! Here are a few of my ways to get this done effectively without breaking your back. Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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Have You Heard Of These Weird Fruits? Sep 19, 2018

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There are so many odd fruits and veggies that are grown in other areas of the world that you may not have heard of. But they're awesome, and I think you need to know of a few! So here we GO! Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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5 Everbearing Plants to Grow Sep 18, 2018

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You can get a lot of harvest with a little work by growing plants that produce year after year. It's a strategy I'm going to use more in my garden in 2019 as I plan to travel more away from the Epic Gardening Headquarters! Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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Netherlands: Food Growing Powerhouse? Sep 17, 2018

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I recently stumbled across an article about the high-tech farming strategy the Netherlands is using to grow food. It blends sustainability with technology in what I think is going to be the future of food. Lots to learn! Learn More: This Tiny Country Feeds The World Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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Growing "Jacob's Ladder" Plant Sep 16, 2018

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Once upon a time, the Jacob’s ladder plant was called the “charity plant”, although it shouldn’t be confused with the Mahonia species that also bears that common name. It’s also been called “Greek valerian”, although it’s not a valerian. Confused yet? You shouldn’t be. Jacob’s ladder gets its common name from the ladder-like or pinnate structure of its leafy foliage. And in the spring and early summer months, it shoots up slender stalks from which hang clusters of bell-like flowers. A shade-loving variety, it has origins overseas, but is often found in the United States in garden cultivation now. It’s such an easy-growing plant that it can even be considered slightly invasive if it’s in the right environment! However, it can be maintained and kept to its beds as well. Let’s delve deep into the world of the Polemonium species, and I’ll tell you all about this beautiful perennial! Learn More: Jacob’s Ladder Plant: Growing Polemonium Caeruleum At Home
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Wiping Your Wasp Woes Away Sep 15, 2018

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Have wasps decided that the eaves of your house look like a fantastic place to move in? I know I’ve had troubles with them here in California well into the fall, although they’re at their most active in the summer. Eventually, you sigh and start shopping for the best wasp trap. But do you really need a trap, and if so, what kind do you want? Are lures necessary, and if so which ones? Are those internet stories about dryer sheets and paper bags real, and if so, does it actually work? Should you buy a commercial-made trap or make one? I’m going to walk you step by step through deciding if this is something you should be investing in, teach you all about how they function, and answer questions about home methods. When you’re done reading, you’ll be ready to deal with them no matter what! Learn More: Best Wasp Trap: Wiping Your Wasp Woes Away Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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How to Grow Lettuce Microgreens Fast and Easy Sep 14, 2018

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There’s nothing better than having access to fresh, nutrient-dense salad greens that practically grow themselves, right? I can already hear you saying, “Yeah, that’d be nice, if they existed…” Well, they do, and they’re called microgreens. Practically any plant can be grown as a microgreens, which is just the even-younger cousin of baby greens. Typically harvested around 8-20 days after planting, microgreens are the quickest turnaround crop you’ll ever grow in your garden. Today, we’ll be growing lettuce or salad mix microgreens, which I consider one of the most basic types of microgreens you can grow, making them perfect for a beginner. Learn More: How to Grow Lettuce Microgreens Fast and Easy Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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Leaf Miner Invasion? How To Eliminate Trailblazing Larvae Sep 13, 2018

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Are your plant’s leaves starting to look like they have white or brown squiggles all over them? If so, leaf miner larvae may be hard at work. These tiny larvae chew tunnels through the interior of leaves, creating a complex network of damage that is highly distinctive. Other than making the leaves of your plants look strange, are leaf miners dangerous to your plants? What are some of the more prevalent versions, and what plants do they impact? We’ll go over all of this and more in this guide to eliminating the leafminer menace! Learn More: Leaf Miner Invasion? How To Eliminate Trailblazing Larvae Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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Window Boxes: Beginner's Guide Sep 12, 2018

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Window boxes are an accessible way for just about anyone - green and brown thumb alike - to get growing in extremely small spaces. In today's episode I take a look at my friend Ryan Benoit's book, How to Window Box. Learn More: How to Window Box: Small-Space Plants to Grow Indoors or Out Keep Growing, Kevin Support Epic Gardening

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Lucrative Landscaping Careers Sep 11, 2018

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Love seeing an abundance of beautiful plants, both indoors and out? Do you have a green thumb? Then one of the many landscaping careers may be perfect for you. Landscaping jobs abound right now in all sectors. But what does a career in landscaping actually look like? Do you need specialized education, or can you simply be hands-on with your gardening experience? Is it financially rewarding? Let’s explore the ins and outs of these diverse career choices in depth. There’s a good reason to put that green thumb of yours to work in this eco-friendly, beautiful, and rewarding field! Today's podcast was sponsored by the National Association of Landscape Professionals. Learn More:

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