Epic Gardening: Daily Growing Tips And Advice

This is part 3 of the 5-part interview with Michael Bell. Michael is a teacher, Texan, competitive bodybuilder...and an urban farmer! In this episode he talks about the business model of his farm. Hint: it's a BIT different than the traditional small farms out there. Reach out to Michael Bell mbell971@yahoo.com Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is part 2 of the 5-part interview with Michael Bell. Michael is a teacher, Texan, competitive bodybuilder...and an urban farmer! In this episode he talks about how he started his farm for nearly $0 with some creative bartering and hard work. Reach out to Michael Bell mbell971@yahoo.com Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode kicks off another 5-part interview series, this time with Michael Bell. Michael is a teacher, Texan, competitive bodybuilder...and an urban farmer! We get into how he started his urban farm in this first episode. Reach out to Michael Bell mbell971@yahoo.com Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We talked about hardneck vs. softneck garlic on yesterday's episode, but how do you grow garlic? What about planting it? Harvesting it? Storing it?! All of these questions (and more) are answered today. Keep growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we move into Fall, we're moving into garlic season...but what's the difference between 'hardneck' and 'softneck' garlic? Which should you grow in your garden? Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You’re starting to find holes in the leaves of your kale, and for that matter, in your cabbage, brussels sprouts, or other brassica-family plants. The leaves of the neat rows of radishes you’ve planted are showing signs of chewing, too. Some leaves have little off-white or yellowish spots on their undersides. And you just saw a little green worm wandering over a leaf on your produce. I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but you probably have cabbage worms (Pieris rapae or Pieris brassicae). Learn More: Cabbage Worms: Everything You Need To Know About the Pieris Species Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There’s something crawling along the leaves of your arugula, and it looks like a little inchworm. It’s green, and it is snacking as it goes, leaving holes throughout your plants. There’s another on your cabbage, and another one on your radish leaves. What’s going on here? Learn More: Cabbage Loopers: All About Trichoplusia Ni And How To Eliminate Them Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the first 'brand review' I've ever done on the podcast, and it's about a popular LED light system on Amazon. Is it worth it? Learn More: Viparspectra Review: Are These LEDs Worth It? Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you approach fall gardening? When do you plan, what do you grow, and what fall crops should you plant? Learn More: Fall Garden Guide: How to Plan, Pick, and Grow The Best Fall Vegetables Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you have garden tools that have gotten all rusty and neglected? They're easily saved with a little vinegar, lubricant, and a scouring pad. Find out how in today's episode. YouTube Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUrcJUmfYiE Blog Post: How to Remove Rust From Tools The Easiest Way Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the biggest complaints I get from potential hydroponic growers is just how UGLY hydroponics systems can look. In this episode I riff on some ways to beautify your gardens. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's question comes from Phil Koster, who wanted to know about the differences in animal manure and whether it's a balanced fertilizer. Well, I went a bit numbers-crazy in this episode but I hope you still enjoy! Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's question comes from Phil, who wonders why his iceberg lettuce didn't form a head. There's an easy answer... Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's question comes from Phil, who asks about planting asparagus in late fall. Is it possible? Find out the answer, plus how to grow asparagus in general in today's episode. Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is part 5 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this final episode, we talk about Khaled's vision for the future of his farm, and farming in general. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is part 4 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this 4th episode, we talk about how Khaled makes double-filtered, liquid chicken fertilizer and runs it through a drip line. We also talk about how you can do something similar at home in a DIY fashion! Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is part 3 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this 3rd episode, we talk about why he chose to farm vertically instead of growing in the fertile soil of his farm. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is part 2 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this second episode, we talk about how he grows EPIC strawberries (which he is famous for) in a simple and easy-to-follow way. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode is part 1 of 5 in my conversation with Khaled Majouji, better known as "The Plant Charmer" on Instagram. He owns an organic, vertical, and profitable farm in Canada. In this first episode, we talk about how his farm has managed to survive and thrive in the first year of operation. Follow Khaled on Instagram Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you keep a productive and healthy garden in the fall! In this episode we go over:  Why PROTECTION is the #1 rule of Fall What crops will thrive in your garden A few products you may want to consider Keep Growing, Kevin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices