Just Grow Something | Evidence-Based Home Gardening

Just Grow Something | Evidence-Based Home Gardening

Author: Karin Velez Language: English Episodes: 333
Ever find yourself staring at a seed packet or a struggling tomato plant, wondering what it really needs to thrive? Just Grow Something | Evidence-Based Home Gardening digs into those questions, moving beyond folklore and guesswork. Host Karin Velez believes that understanding the science behind gardening-the "why" as much as the "how"-empowers you to become a more confident and successful grower. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend, one who sifts through research and practical experience to offer clear, actionable advice. You’ll hear detailed discussions on everything from soil health and specific plant varieties to managing pests and planning your garden layout effectively. This podcast is designed for anyone with a patch of dirt or a few containers, whether you’ve been cultivating for decades or are just planting your first herb. Karin’s approach demystifies the process of growing your own food, making it accessible and deeply rewarding. The ultimate aim is simple but profound: to equip you with the reliable knowledge needed to harvest something delicious from your own space, season after season. Tune in for a grounded, thoughtful take on home gardening that celebrates both the triumphs and the learning moments inherent in getting your hands dirty.
Episodes
Frost Protection Measures in the Garden - Ep. 167 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:39
It’s been an unusually warm start to fall in many areas of North America, my home in west central Missouri is no exception where we’re still seeing temperatures up into the 90s F the past few days. But I know we’re inchi…
When to Plant Your Cover Crops - Focal Point Friday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:11
We talked all about cover crops in the last episode: why we should use them and which crops perform what job. Let's chat today about when each of those crops should go into the ground for best results. Don't forget you c…
Getting Started with Cover Crops - Ep. 166 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:24
As the growing season is winding down in many areas, we may be looking at some bare empty spaces in our gardens and wondering what to do with them. Should you just mulch it over? Add fresh compost and let it sit? How abo…
Growing Garlic in Warm Climates - Focal Point Friday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:39
Garlic needs specific conditions to grow and, often times, gardeners in warmer climates have a hard time meeting those conditions. Let's talk about some tips and tricks to making sure the conditions are right for growing…
Crops to Plant in Fall and Harvest in Spring - Ep. 164 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:48
This week, let’s take a different approach and talk about things to plant now and through the late fall to get a jump on the spring harvest or even harvest in the summer. The timing of these plantings is going to vary by…
Five Crops to Plant in Fall for Winter Harvest, Zone by Zone - Ep. 163 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:02
If you live in an area that sees hard freezes in winter and sometimes extremely low temperatures, then you might think there isn’t anything you can grow for harvest in the winter. Not so! Even if you live in areas where…
Direct Sowing Seeds in Late Summer Heat - Focal Point Friday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:21
We've talked about transplanting fall crops in the late summer heat, but what about sowing those seeds directly into the garden? Soil temperature is a real concern here, so today we'll spend a few minutes reviewing the o…
Shade Options for Late Summer Transplants - Focal Point Friday [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:33
When talking about protecting our summer transplants from excessive heat to get them through to a fall harvest, we can't overlook the possibilities of shade. Temporary shade structures in the late summer garden can help…