Green Acres Garden Podcast
Green Acres Garden Podcast is the podcast that’ll teach budding gardeners like you to grow your green thumb. But whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Get to know Kevin and Austin as they have conversations with community gardeners and gurus at Green Acres Nursery & Supply—they'll answer questions you didn't know you had.
Topics include: ecological gardening, organic gardening, regenerative gardening, sustainable gardening, low-water gardening, drought-tolerant gardening, soil biology, no-till gardening, cover crops, mulching, composting, hot composting, cold composting, vermiculture, vermicomposting, worm castings, sheet mulching, drip irrigation, irrigation tips, waterwise gardening, raised bed gardening, square-foot gardening, backyard gardening, Sacramento gardening, Sacramento zone 9B, Mediterranean climate gardening, hot-climate gardening, Texas gardening, Texas native plants, zone-specific gardening, microclimate gardening, vegetable gardening, fruit trees, backyard orchard, berries, citrus, stone fruit, figs, tomatoes, peppers, perennials, annuals, herbs, companion planting, native plants, drought-tolerant plants, pollinator plants, edible landscaping, shade gardening, houseplants, seed starting, seed saving, pollinators, beneficial insects, bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, wildlife habitat, integrated pest management, natural pest control, garden ecology, soil microbes, fungal networks, mycorrhizae, trees, tree care, arboriculture, tree pruning, urban forestry, climate-ready trees, tree climbing, community gardens, school gardens, garden guests, garden education, nature education, gardening for kids, food literacy, ecological restoration, community greening, volunteer gardening, garden nonprofits, planting tips, harvesting tips, gardening mistakes, how to garden, beginner gardening, home gardening, garden design, landscaping ideas, backyard projects, sustainable living, homesteading basics, urban gardening, organic food growing, edible gardens, climate-smart gardening, grow your own food, pollinator habitat, drought gardening
Green Acres Garden Podcast
Smart Irrigation Equipment. Planting Tips for Low Water Plants
Today we’re talking about how upgrading your irrigation equipment can save you money and water in the dry months ahead. We’ll be talking with Steve Emerson from Hunter Industries, the manufacturer of one of the most popular sprinkler heads in California, the MP Rotator. Plus, Steve talks about the latest in smart irrigation controllers, ones that take the guess work out of how much to water and when to water.
Thinking of getting some low water use plants? We get tips on how to plant them correctly.
Two staff picks this week: Cousin Itt Acacia and Kangaroo Paw. Looks great next to a pool!
Welcome to the Green Acres Garden Podcast with Farmer Fred, the podcast that’ll help gardeners like you to get an even greener thumb. Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new.
Pictured:
The Hunter MP Rotator Sprinkler
Links:
Green Acres Nursery and Supply Locations
Hunter Industries Run Time Calculator
Green Acres Garden Podcast
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Green Acres Garden Podcast Group
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