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Kevin

Apr 30, 2019

Today kicks off 6 episodes with Peter Nelson, the director of the upcoming documentary The Pollinators, which is playing at the Newport Beach Film Festival May 1st if you're in the Southern California area.

In today's show, we go over the broad overview of the film as well as introduce the "managed honeybee" industry to...


Apr 29, 2019

Lingonberry plants are an underrated perennial berry that you should consider growing in your garden. Here's a basic overview on their care!

Learn More: How to Grow Lingonberry Plants

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Apr 28, 2019

What happens if you skip the composting process and just bury your scraps right in the soil? Today we answer this question, brought up by my friend Mark from Self Sufficient Me.

Learn More: Watch Mark's video on burying food scraps

 

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Apr 27, 2019

Raised beds are one of the best ways to make gardening EASIER - both on your body and your plants. Here are my 5 top reasons why I prefer raised beds in my front yard garden.

Learn More: Buy Birdies Raised Beds in the USA here.

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Apr 26, 2019

When Simon and Garfunkel recorded the song “Scarborough Fair,” they sang about parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme. The first thought that goes through my head when I hear this song on the radio is “but what about basil?” I love growing basil!

Learn More: Growing Basil 101

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