Episodi

  • Why weeds explode in July

    Why weeds explode in July
    Jul 7 2026
    In today's episode, pull weeds on soft soil after rain or watering, removing entire plants before they set seed to prevent re-seeding.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    1 min
  • Mid-summer tomato rescue tips

    Mid-summer tomato rescue tips
    Jul 6 2026
    In today's episode, I show how to gently remove old, yellow, or soil-touching lower tomato leaves to improve airflow and sunlight, reduce disease risk, and speed ripening—snip carefully, keep diseased leaves out of compost, and avoid over-pruning in extreme heat.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    2 min
  • What crispy leaf edges mean

    What crispy leaf edges mean
    Jul 5 2026
    In today's episode, learn how to respond to brown, crispy leaf edges: check soil moisture, give a slow deep watering if dry, mulch and provide afternoon shade, and avoid heavy feeding while the plant recovers.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    2 min
  • Backyard plants that impress guests

    Backyard plants that impress guests
    Jul 4 2026
    In today's episode, plant a single showy hydrangea as a focal point; choose a heat-tolerant panicle or oakleaf for warm climates or mophead/smooth for cooler nights. Site in morning sun, set root ball slightly proud, water well and mulch.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    2 min
  • Easy red, white, and blue flowers

    Easy red, white, and blue flowers
    Jul 3 2026
    In today's episode, create an easy red-white-blue container by planting one bold red, one soft white, and a blue/purple spiller in a well-drained pot with fresh mix; water, pinch spent blooms, and place according to sun for best results.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    1 min
  • Why summer plants suddenly stop blooming

    Why summer plants suddenly stop blooming
    Jul 2 2026
    In today's episode, we explain deadheading—pinch or snip off spent flowers just above the next healthy leaves or bud to prevent seed-setting and encourage more blooms. It's a calm, easy task that helps tired summer plants rebloom.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    1 min
  • Watering tips before holiday travel

    Watering tips before holiday travel
    Jul 1 2026
    In today's episode, give your plants a deep, slow soak the morning you leave so water reaches the root zone and lasts while you're away; check the soil is cool and damp a few inches down.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    1 min
  • The easiest vegetables to grow in buckets

    The easiest vegetables to grow in buckets
    Jun 30 2026
    In today's episode, favor quick, shallow-rooted vegetables like salad greens and radishes for bucket gardening, use a drained bucket with light potting mix, sow or transplant seedlings, and place where they get morning sun and gentle afternoon shade.

    Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.
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    2 min