The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy

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Q&A: Why is my lettuce growing really tall? Jun 05, 2020

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Why is my lettuce growing really tall? When your lettuce starts to grow tall instead of out, it means it's trying to bolt. This means it's ready to produce flowers and seeds. When it grows tall like this, it means the end of your harvest is near and the plant is starting to switch from producing lettuce to producing seed.

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138- Organic Fertilizer Options with Joe Lamp'l Jun 02, 2020

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You've probably heard it said that soil quality and fertility is paramount for a successful garden. You probably even know that compost is one of the best amendments you can add to your soil. But what about organic fertilizers?

I frequently get questions about organic fertilizers -- specifically, what to use and when to use it. For this topic, I turned to Joe Lamp'l and in this episode of the Beginners' Garden Podcast, we talk about organic fertilizer options.

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Other Episodes with Joe Lamp'l:

Tomato Troubleshooting: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/07/02/troubleshooting-tomato-plant-problems-with-joe-lampl/

Irrigation Best Practices: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/07/09/garden-irrigation-best-practices-with-joe-lampl/

Find Joe here: https://joegardener.com/

Earlier podcast episodes: https://journeywithjill.net/podcast

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Q&A: Pests in an Organic Garden: when do I step in? May 29, 2020

Show notes

This is the time of year where we start to find a lot of pests in the garden. How should you react when you start to see harmful insects? When should you wait and when should you act? I have some thoughts for you today!

3 Organic Aphid Control Methods: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/05/21/3-organic-aphid-control-methods-tested/

Prevent and Control Aphids Naturally: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2017/06/20/how-to-control-aphids-naturally-and-effectively-beginners-garden-podcast/

Pest Control without Pesticides: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/08/27/pest-control-without-pesticides-for-a-healthy-organic-garden/

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137- Compost Piles vs. Tumblers May 26, 2020

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Homemade compost is one of the best things you can have as a gardener. The nutrients it adds to your soil are amazing and when you make it at home it is very inexpensive. But many new gardeners are scared to get started. Today, I want to share how I've made compost and compare a using a compost pile or a compost tumbler. I hope you'll feel ready to start composting for your garden!

SHOW NOTES:

Composting for Beginners: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2017/02/14/composting-for-the-beginner/

Earlier podcast episodes: https://journeywithjill.net/podcast

Raised Bed Templates: https://journeywithjill.net/shop

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Q&A: What if I'm behind in planting? (or lost crops already?) May 22, 2020

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What can you do if you feel like you're already behind? Every climate will be different but I have some thoughts and considerations if you think you're already behind. Whether you want to try transplants or you're now able to direct sow, I'll give you some things to think about.

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136- Protecting Your Garden from Deer, Rabbits, Squirrels, and Other Wildlife May 19, 2020

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If you've ever walked out to your newly-planted garden (or your just-ripe tomatoes) and your heart fell at the sight of your missing plants, you know the pain of losing your hard work to wildlife.

This has happened to me more times than I can count. But every gardener has a different situation (and different wildlife threats). To help you evaluate your options on protecting your garden from the animals that want it as much as you do, Jennifer Smith from Deerbusters, Inc. is sharing what she knows about how to keep wildlife out of your garden.

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Deerbusters: https://Deerbusters.com

Earlier podcast episodes: https://journeywithjill.net/podcast

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Q&A: Composting or Worm Composting? Which to Start With? May 15, 2020

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If you're just getting started composting, you may be wondering how to get set up and even what type of compost is best. Jill talks about the benefits of regular and worm composting and where you should start. Especially if you have a small space, you will want to check this episode out.

Worm Composting with the Crazy Worm Lady: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/03/05/worm-composting-step-by-step-guide-beginners/

Composting for Beginners: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2017/02/14/composting-for-the-beginner/

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135- Favorite Herbs to Grow for Health, Body, and Home May 12, 2020

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When I first started gardening, I did grow herbs, but they were only to use in my kitchen like basil and mint. As I've learned about gardening, I have begun to learn about how I could use herbs in my home for cleaning, in body products, and for our overall health. I'm excited to share what I've learned so far.

SHOW NOTES:

All-purpose cleaner with peppermint: https://livesimply.me/herb-infused-diy-all-purpose-cleaner/

Getting Started with Medicinal Herbs: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/09/10/medicinal-herb-gardening-for-beginners/

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Q&A - How to get or grow sweet potato slips? May 08, 2020

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Q&A

I had a GREAT sweet potato harvest last year so I've been getting a lot of questions. I'm not ready to do a full episode about sweet potatoes because I'm still new at them, but I answer some of your common questions here today! Come learn how to get started with sweet potatoes!

My sweet potatoes from last year: https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2019/09/23/summer-garden-lessons/

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134- Garden Hacks with Joey Baird May 05, 2020

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You've started your garden and you've tried to do the research, but you don't know where to look! Do you stick to peer reviewed studies? What about your neighbor that has gardened for 30 years? How do you know if any of it will work in your garden? I am excited to hear from Joey and Holly Baird of the Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener radio show as they share 10 garden hacks that actually work!

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Find Joey Baird: thewisconsinvegetablegardnener.com

Earlier podcast episodes: https://journeywithjill.net/podcast

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