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.
Episodes
249 episodes
Fall Tasks From A Master Gardener
Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin welcome UC Master Gardener Julie Barbour from Placer County to dig into essential fall garden tasks. From rejuvenating your soil and dethatching your lawn to mastering dormant sprays and tackling pe...
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Season 3
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Episode 197
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46:40
The Art of the Pot-Up
Welcome green thumbs! This week, Kiki shares how she creates stunning pot-ups by combining plants in creative ways. Make your own combinations by uniting a thriller, filler, and spiller, but also mixing in contrasting colors, textures, and plan...
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Season 3
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Episode 196
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29:35
Fall Season Check-in
Welcome back, green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin reunite in the studio to swap stories, share fresh garden updates, and dive into what every gardener should be focusing on this season. Plus, Kevin throws in a curveball: propagation! Turn...
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Season 3
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Episode 195
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30:43
Sacramento Valley Natives
Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Julia Michaels Ph.D from Hedgerow Farms to learn about the ecological importance of planting Northern California natives. Fall ...
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Season 3
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Episode 194
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27:48
Nature's Internet: Mycorrhizal Fungi, Roots and Soil
This week Kevin talks with Gisele and Michael from G&B Organics about how healthy soil networks fuel plant growth, build resilience and create thriving gardens. Topi...
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Season 3
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Episode 193
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36:21
Dig Into Fall with Kevin's Top Plants
Happy Fall green thumbs! It's officially the best time of the year to plant. No matter what your plans are Kevin provides his best plant picks for fall veggie gardens, cover cropping, and seasonal flowers for beautiful autumn color. Cooler weat...
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Season 3
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Episode 192
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28:47
Forecasting the Future with The Old Farmer’s Almanac
This week, Kevin welcomes back Carol Connare, the Editor-in-Chief of The Old Farmer's Almanac to discuss the Almanac's 2026 weather predictions and emerging gardening trends.Check out what's blooming on the horizon by getting your own co...
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Season 3
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Episode 191
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32:33
Farm to Fork at Terra Madre Americas
This week Kevin meets with Annie Mosley from Visit Sacramento to learn all about the new evolution of the upcoming Sacramento Farm to Fork Festival. Annie shares what you can expect at this year's event including: food and drink tastings from a...
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Season 3
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Episode 191
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27:50
Growing Giant Backyard Pumpkins
This week the team visits Jeff McLain at his backyard pumpkin patch in Lodi California. Jeff shares how he grows backyard monsters like the estimated 1500 pound giant he is currently growing for competition. Learn all of the details in Jeff's b...
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Season 3
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Episode 190
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25:48
Sacramento's Community Garden Summer Harvest
This week Kevin sits down with William from the City of Sacramento Community Gardens program for an update on how the city has been growing this summer. William shares exciting updates on newly opened community gardens, the season's most succes...
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Season 3
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Episode 189
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29:11
Tree Advice with Your Local Arborist
This week Kevin meets with tree guru Mathew Morgan from Davey Tree Experts to dive deep into the wonderful world of arboriculture. Learn what tree varieties are doing best in the region, new pests to look out for this season, best care practice...
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Season 3
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Episode 188
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30:59
Let's Talk About Houseplants
Struggling to keep your houseplants happy? You’re not alone! This week, Kevin welcomes back Green Acres’ own garden guru, Zach Filippelli, for a deep dive into the art and science of indoor greenery. Zach shares his care tips and reveals the ea...
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Season 3
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Episode 187
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30:02
Solving Problems in the Landscape with Michael Glassman
This week the team travels to the home of Michael Glassman an author, designer and gardening media star. Michael shares smart solutions to common landscaping challenges, reveals his favorite "sure-fire" plants for thriving gardens, and inspires...
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Season 3
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Episode 186
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28:39
Visiting a Listener's Veggie Garden
This week the team travels to Lodi California to visit Jim and Sandy's backyard vegetable garden. These two green thumbs have been listening to the podcast and improving their garden one step at a time. Find out how they revitalized their soil,...
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Season 3
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Episode 185
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24:20
July Garden Check-in
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to share what's happening in their gardens including giant tomatoes and zinnia bouquets. They cover the effects of summer heat like cracking and corking, and cover some of the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 184
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33:23
Greg’s Greatest Grasses: Top Picks from the Original Garden Guy
This week we’re joined in studio by Producer Greg AKA "The Original Garden Guy" for a deep dive into one of his favorite plant groups: ornamental grasses. Greg brings in a selection of stunning grasses and shares why they deserve a bigger spotl...
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Season 3
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Episode 183
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31:01
Fruit Of The Future
Ever wonder how Pluots, Apriums, and other combinations like the Nectaplum were created?This week, Kevin travels to Zaiger's Genetics in Modesto California to meet with Lacey Gardener and Ed Laivo to learn all about how they create new i...
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Season 3
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Episode 182
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29:22
Nature's Sculptures: Cactus and Succulents
Welcome green thumbs! This week the team visits David Roberts in Sacramento to explore his beautiful collection of rare and incredible cactus and succulents. Learn the differences between these plants and how to grow them with the right soil mi...
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Season 3
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Episode 181
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27:47
The Ultimate Pollinator Plant List
In celebration of National Pollinator Week, Kevin and Austin sit down in the studio to share Kevin’s ultimate list of plants that attract and support pollinators. From ground covers to trees, they break it all down by plant type, offering pract...
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Season 3
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Episode 180
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31:54
Between Two Shrubs
Hey green thumbs! This week the team meets a dynamic duo who revitalized a school garden and transformed it into a beautiful space that grows plants and minds. Christy and Shelley document their journey and encourage you to follow along and con...
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Season 3
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Episode 179
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28:00
Summer Rose Care
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Master Rosarian Charlotte Owendyk at her home in Roseville to learn about summer rose care. With proper dead heading, watering, mulching, and fertilizing your roses will go dormant in the summer heat...
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Season 3
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Episode 178
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29:38
Beating the Heat: Smart Summer Gardening Strategies
Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin dive into essential strategies to keep your garden thriving despite extreme summer temperatures. From smart watering techniques and mulching methods to shade cloth and heat-tolerant plant selections...
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Season 3
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Episode 177
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25:48
How One Local Legend Kept The WPA Rock Garden Alive
This week we sit down with a true garden legend, Daisy Mah, the woman whose unwavering dedication saved the WPA Rock Garden from decline. For over 30 years, Daisy nurtured this hidden gem, planting, watering, and maintaining the space with her ...
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Season 3
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Episode 176
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33:02
Spring Garden Questions
Got spring garden questions? We've got answers! Master Gardener Julie Barbour joins us in studio this week to share expert tips on watering, fertilizing, and spotting early signs of plant stress. This episode is packed with practical advice to ...
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Season 3
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Episode 175
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44:59
