Just Grow It: The Podcast
The Just Grow It podcast is for anyone who wants to learn more about gardening. Learn how to transform your garden dream into a reality with quick & direct knowledge in each episode. Hosted by Big City Gardener, each episode will help you become a better gardener by breaking down different topics and removing any fears or reservations associated with gardening. Whether you have a balcony garden or a homestead, this podcast will help you JUST GROW IT.
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August 3, 2023 • 5 mins
In this episode of Just Grow It The Podcast, I discuss the essential August garden chores to keep your garden thriving. From attracting hummingbirds to revitalizing the soil, watering techniques, pest control, and preparing for the fall season, I share valuable tips and advice to ensure a continuous and productive garden all year round. Don't miss out on this episode packed with expert gardening insights. Get outside, get your han...
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July 31, 2023 • 4 mins
In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of fall gardening. With the summer heat still lingering, it's the perfect time to start planning and planting for a bountiful fall harvest. From artichokes to Asian greens, our options for fall crops are expanding. We discuss the various vegetables that can be directly seeded or started indoors, such as beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and more. Whether you're a seasoned gardener o...
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July 25, 2023 • 10 mins
In this episode, Big City Gardener discusses the importance of amending and fertilizing garden beds between seasons. He emphasizes the need to plan for the fall garden and remove old plants to make way for new seedlings. By leaving the roots in the soil, beneficial microorganisms are preserved, contributing to the soil's health. Amending the soil with organic matter helps restore nutrients and improve its structure. Big City Garden...
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July 20, 2023 • 5 mins
Choosing a suitable variety of tomatoes for your fall garden is critical with a limited fall growing season. Most tomatoes take 75 days from transplant to harvest. That may be too long, depending on where you live and when you can plant them. That's why it is essential to grow quick-maturing varieties of tomatoes.
Check out this episode of Just Grow It, discussing the best quick maturing varieties for a fall garden.
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July 20, 2023 • 5 mins
In this episode of Just Grow it, I share five key tips to ensure a successful corn harvest. These tips include consistent watering, providing adequate sunlight, supplying sufficient nutrients, maintaining proper spacing, and aiding in pollination. By following these guidelines, you can improve the quality and quantity of your corn harvest
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July 18, 2023 • 11 mins
In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of fall gardening. With the summer heat lingering, it's the perfect time to start planning and planting for a bountiful fall harvest. From artichokes to Asian greens, our options for fall crops are expanding. We discuss the various vegetables that can be directly seeded or started indoors, such as beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and more. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a be...
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July 15, 2023 • 5 mins
The main reason many backyard chicken keepers raise chickens is for the eggs. If you just joined the chicken-keeping journey and are curious about when your chickens will begin laying, don't worry. This episode will give you some information to help you figure it out.
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July 13, 2023 • 7 mins
Now that you know you want backyard chickens, here comes the most challenging question. Which of the 500 different breeds should I add to my backyard flock? While making this decision for you is impossible, this episode discusses some things you should consider when choosing breeds for your flock.
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July 6, 2023 • 5 mins
July Garden Chores
In this podcast episode, I'm sharing all the gardening chores you must do in July in Zone 9 gardening in Texas. From planting to harvesting to composting, this month has a lot of tasks to take care of!
Whether you're a beginner or a veteran gardener, this podcast is a great resource! In this episode, I'll discuss all the gardening tasks you must do in June in Zone 9, gardening in Texas!
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July 5, 2023 • 12 mins
The spike in egg prices and a desire for food security have led many people to want their own backyard hens. Having chickens is a lifestyle adjustment. Most people only consider the eggs they will receive, and their desire for eggs oftentimes can cause them to overlook everything that goes into backyard chickens.
Check out this episode, discussing the pros and cons of keeping backyard chickens.
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July 4, 2023 • 5 mins
Are you wondering what you can grow this month? What should I be planting in July? This episode has you covered
Zone 9 is a tricky zone to garden in. Due to the forgiving climate, you can garden 12 months out of the year. But make sure you plant on time because certain crops have short planting windows.
Check out the planting schedule episodes if you want to garden year-round, harvesting something fresh daily.
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June 16, 2023 • 6 mins
June Garden Chores
In this podcast episode, I'm sharing all the gardening chores you need to do in June in Zone 9 gardening in Texas. From planting to harvesting to composting, this month has a lot of tasks to take care of!
Whether you're a beginner or a veteran gardener, this podcast is a great resource! In this episode, I'll discuss all about the gardening tasks you need to do in June in Zone 9 gardening in Texas!
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June 6, 2023 • 5 mins
Are you wondering what you can grow this month? What should I be planting in June? This episode has you covered
Zone 9 is a tricky zone to garden in. Due to the forgiving climate, you can garden 12 months out of the year. But make sure you plant on time because certain crops have short planting windows.
Check out the planting schedule episodes if you want to garden year-round, harvesting something fresh daily.
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May 26, 2023 • 6 mins
As it gets hotter outside, we must become more diligent with our garden tasks to keep it producing and thriving through the summer.
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May 23, 2023 • 6 mins
Zone 9 Planting Schedule for May
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May 15, 2023 • 17 mins
One of my favorite things to grow is cucumbers. I love their versatility in dishes and how the plant looks when loaded with cukes and flowers.
Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: The Podcast discussing everything you need to know to have your best cucumber harvest to date.
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May 12, 2023 • 12 mins
Have you ever seen a white residue on the leaves of your plants? There is a good chance that it could be powdery mildew. Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: The Podcast, discussing powdery mildew. What it is, which plants it affects, and how to prevent it from appearing.
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May 12, 2023 • 16 mins
Do you know what the top 3 vegetables grown in a home garden are? Im not sure, but I would bet that summer squash is on that list. It is that time of year when you can plant summer squash regardless of your region.
Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: The Podcast discussing the information you need for your best squash harvest.
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May 10, 2023 • 10 mins
I don't use the word hate very often, but I think it is safe to use it here. I hate the Squash Vine Borer.
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April 29, 2023 • 3 mins
Here is a list of things I'm doing in my spring garden this month in April.
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