Green Acres Garden Podcast

Hey, green thumbs! This week Kevin Marini returns to the show to share his Master Gardener knowledge on growing in raised beds. Learn about the different types of raised beds and how to fill them with the best soil for success. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Nursery & Supply Tree Planting Guide Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with the ultimate garden guru, Pam Bone to discuss proper tree care. Pam shares her research-based tips on planting, the importance of roots, mulching, watering and more. With a few simple steps you can establish a tree now and keep it healthy for many years to come. Check out these Tree Care Tips from the Sacramento Tree Foundation Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Nursery & Supply Tree Planting Guide Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Welcome green thumbs! Did you know garden success starts with healthy soil? This week, Kevin and Austin dig into how you can prepare for Fall by top dressing with compost, introducing organic material to feed the micro-organisms, and planting cover crops. Start building momentum in your soil today. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin speaks with producer and garden guru Greg Gayton to discuss the wonders of ornamental grasses. Learn how truly beneficial these plants are, and find eye-catching varieties to add to your landscape. Check out these dazzling ornamental grasses Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with special guest Marlene Simon, The Plant Lady, to find out what she is working on at UC Davis, what she is growing at home, and how we can have fun in the garden. Listen to Marlene's podcast Flower Power Garden Hour Follow The Plant Lady on Instagram Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! It's a wonderful time because the fall season is approaching and it's time to plan and prepare for cool-season gardening. Kevin and Austin sit down to discuss how to get ready and what plants you can start from seed now. Check out these planting calendars for CA, Central Valley, East Bay, and Low Foothills TX, Northern Texas Region Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Julie Barbour from Our World Our Water for a summer checkin. Julie gives advice on understanding what plants need in the extreme temperatures of summer. Check in with your local master gardeners to learn specifics for your region. Our World Our Water UC Master Gardeners Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin visits with Horticulture Adviser and Educator Karrie Reid about her work testing native plants and how we can utilize her research to reduce water use. Find out what plants she recommends, tips on design, and why climate-adaptive plants are so important. Water Use Classification Of Landscape Species (WUCOLS) Search for plants to use in your region in the WUCOLS Database Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey, green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Dr. Dariusz Malinowski to discuss the incredible Hardy Hibiscus. Learn about the amazing varieties and interesting traits coming out of this easy-to-grow species and find out why you should plant some of your own. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with succulent expert, Gerhard Bock at his garden in Davis, CA. Gerhard shares his deep knowledge of cactus, succulents, and other waterwise plants, and proves you can create a spectacular landscape with these stunning plants. Kevin also takes a call from a listener and solves a citrus mystery. Watch on YouTube: Succulents and More Garden Tour Follow Gerhard's Blog Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Welcome garden friends! This week Kevin meets with renowned rosarian, entomologist and bug expert, Baldo Viegas. Baldo shares what bugs are being identified in our region right now and how you should deal with them. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Justin at Neanderthal Farms in Fair Oaks to see his stunning suburban farm. Learn how he grows tomatoes of the future, and how success is just one seed away. Watch on YouTube: Tour of Neanderthal Farms Follow Neanderthal Farms on Instagram Watch Justin on From The Source Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with renowned designer Ruby Andrews at her sensational home garden, Granite Oaks. Ruby shares her design philosophy and how she created this monumental masterpiece. Watch on YouTube: Garden Tour With Ruby Andrews Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets up with Kiki from the Green Acres in Folsom to discuss pollinators. Kiki breaks down why pollinators are important and gives recommendations for attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden. Learn more about planting natives at Calscape Follow Kevin's Youtube Channel Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Heather from Green Acres in Elk Grove to discuss taking care of Orchids. Learn what to do with an Orchid when you first take it home, when to repot and how to water for amazing extended blooms. Find out more about Orchids from this amazing community forum Slippertalk.com Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Jared Edwards a local garden guru from Green Acres to discuss fertilizing. Jared breaks down the difference between synthetics and organics, how to apply them, and the science of how it all works. With a little know-how you'll be feeding your plants with all the nutrition they need to thrive. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips Learn how to save water while gardening at BeWaterSmart.info

Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with local garden super stars Leota and Mikaela also known as the Curly Cultivators. They share tips for growing your own food forest, the benefits of building community, and why they're so passionate about plants. Follow the Curly Cultivators on Instagram If you enjoy music while you garden, check out Austin's Gardening Playlist Gardening Playlist on Spotify Gardening Playlist on Apple Music Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with renowned breeder and Capsaicin extraordinaire Ed Currie of Puckerbutt Pepper Company. Ed shares how he created the Carolina Reaper, what makes peppers hot, and how you can grow your own peppers at home. Follow Ed on Youtube and Instagram Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin explore the practice of growing cut flowers. Learn how you can dazzle your loved ones with home grown beauty from your garden. Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin breaks down his list of must-do tasks to improve your garden including these mission-critical objectives: Clean, Repair, Harvest, Replant, and Prepare. If you enjoy music while you work, check out Austin's Gardening Playlist Gardening Playlist on Spotify Gardening Playlist on Apple Music Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group on Facebook @idiggreenacres Sign Up for Email Ads and Timely Garden Tips