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Jacques' New YouTube Channel Nov 12, 2021

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Jacques has a surprise...he started a YouTube channel, go show him some support and subscribe! Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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We're Back! Nov 12, 2021

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It's been a month since we last were on-air talking gardening, but the Epic Gardening podcast is officially back after a much-needed impromptu hiatus. Jacques and Kevin riff on what's been going on in the garden. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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Our Favorite Fall Planting Selections Oct 12, 2021

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As Jacques and Kevin start their fall gardens, they riff on some of the newer varieties they're testing out and why variety selection is so important Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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Big Garden Projects Oct 11, 2021

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Both Kevin and Jacques have some BIG projects on deck for fall, including a full 5-bay composting system that Kevin is designing from scratch. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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Jacques Chickens Oct 10, 2021

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Jacques shares his chicken coop results and how he plans to integrate chickens into his garden strategy. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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Fall Garden Plans Oct 09, 2021

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Jacques and Kevin share their plans for fall, including garden expansions and redesigns. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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Biggest Gardening Wins This Year Oct 08, 2021

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Join Jacques and Kevin as they riff on their biggest wins in the garden this season, and why they think they got the results they did. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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Biggest Garden Fails This Year Oct 07, 2021

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Jacques and Kevin discuss their biggest fails in the garden this year and what they're doing to drive better results next season. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing.

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07 How to Start a Seed Company Sep 19, 2021

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Ever wondered how to start making money in the world of plants? Learn how Richard started Small Island Seed Co in today’s show. Connect With Richard Kuehnel: Richard Kuehnel is the owner of Small Island Seed Co, where they specialize in rare, unusual, cold-hardy vegetable and herb crops.

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Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

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Saving Your Own Seeds Sep 18, 2021

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If you’re looking to get a bit more resilient in your gardening, saving seeds is a fantastic way to start. Learn how Richard saves for his company. Connect With Richard Kuehnel: Richard Kuehnel is the owner of Small Island Seed Co, where they specialize in rare, unusual, cold-hardy vegetable and herb crops.

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Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge:

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