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
222 episodes
Harvest More Food From Less Space
Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Dave Faoro from Veneto Gardens at his demonstration garden to learn about his favorite gardening method for success: Square-Foot Gardening. Find out h...
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Season 3
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Episode 171
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32:03
Grow Like a Neanderthal
Welcome green thumbs! This week the "Pickle King" Justin Davis joins in studio to update the team on the latest news at Neanderthal Farms. Justin's backyard farm produces some of the are...
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Season 3
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Episode 170
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41:43
Find Your Own Community Garden Space Today
Thinking about joining a community garden? Whether you're dealing with too much shade at home, craving better soil, or just want to dig in with fellow garden lovers, a community garden might be just what you need!In this episode, Kevin c...
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Season 3
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Episode 169
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26:39
The Hidden World Beneath Your Garden
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Chris Totten from E.B. Stone to explore the fascinating world of microbiology underneath our feet. Together, they dig into the hidden dynamics of soil particles, the relationship between fungi and pl...
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Season 3
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Episode 168
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28:24
Get In Your Garden Today with Janey Santos
Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets local master gardener and flower lover Janey Santos to discover the lessons she's learned by sharing her gardening journey on YouTube and finding her community of plant lovers. Follow Janey on YouTube...
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Season 3
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Episode 167
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42:10
The Beginner Vegetable Gardening Guide
Do you want to start your own warm season veggie garden, but not sure where to begin? In this special episode Kevin shares the keys to success for any level gardener. Concepts include understanding your zone, picking the right spot, preparing t...
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Season 3
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Episode 166
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27:28
The Orchid Growing Guide
Did you know it's actually easy to get an orchid to rebloom? This week Kevin meets with Zach from Green Acres Nursery & Supply to talk about the awe-inspiring world of orchids and how to care for them like a pro. Zach shares his tips on rep...
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Season 3
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Episode 165
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25:47
Camellia Masterclass: Pro Tips for Stunning Blooms
This week Producer Greg joins the team in studio to discuss the stunning, low maintenance showstoppers that thrive in Sacramento's climate and beyond: Camellias! Greg shares their rich history, their role in the landscape, and expert growing ti...
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Season 3
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Episode 164
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34:39
Elderberries - The Native Plant With Healing Power
This week Kevin meets with Katie Norton, an aspiring third generation farmer with a passion for elderberries to learn how she is working to bring the CA native blue elderberry into the spotlight, the power of pollinators, and the joy of growing...
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Season 3
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Episode 163
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31:54
How To Start Beekeeping
Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Chris Crittenton from the Sacramento Area Beekeepers Association to learn about the many benefits of beekeeping and easy things gardeners can do to support bees in our community.Interested...
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Season 3
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Episode 162
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33:13
The Power of Community Farming
This week Kevin meets with Thaddeus Barsotti of Farm Fresh To You a local CSA farm in the Capay Valley that delivers fresh organic produce to families across the nation. Thaddeus shares his story an...
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Season 3
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Episode 161
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39:19
Vines That Shine
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Kiki to learn all about the twisting and climbing beauty of vines. From evergreen to deciduous, these versatile plants can act as a problem solver in the garden while providing beauty, privacy, verti...
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Season 3
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Episode 160
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32:41
Edible Perennials You Can Plant Now
This week Kevin and Austin discuss the amazing world of bareroot vegetables like Rhubarb, Asparagus and Horseradish. Learn how to start these perennial crops now to enjoy harvests year after year. Kevin, also shares his advice for growing potat...
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Episode 159
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29:08
The Original Garden Guy
This week Producer Greg joins the team in studio for a family episode. Greg shares his passion for producing the podcast, his perspective on the evolution of gardening, and gives his top tree picks for any landscape.Watch Greg in action...
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Season 3
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Episode 158
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35:20
Rose Hybridizer Tom Carruth
This week Kevin meets with world renowned rose hybridizer Tom Carruth who has created more than 100 rose varieties and is currently the Curator of the Rose Collections at the Huntington Library. Tom shares ...
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Season 3
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Episode 157
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34:32
Winter Q&A
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin start the new year with a round of winter questions submitted by listeners. Learn about top dressing your soil, citrus and bareroot fruit trees, chop and drop cover crops and more.
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Season 3
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Episode 156
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32:45
New Year Flashback: Epic Gardening
Hey green thumbs! This week we reflect on the year and flash back to a special guest Kevin Espiritu from Epic Gardening. Kevin shares his garden journey starting with an interest in science and plants to helping millions of people through educa...
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Season 3
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Episode 155
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38:19
Winter Garden Advice
Hey green thumbs! This week, Kevin and Austin get festive during the holidays and break down Kevin's winter garden tips for pruning deciduous fruit trees, citrus, and planning for success in the upcoming season.
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Season 3
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Episode 154
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30:23
Trees Are Good
Hey green thumbs! This week the team welcomes tree activist Anne Fenkner into the studio to dig into everything about trees. Anne shares her tree care recommendations, her recent experiences as an arborist in the community and gives her perspec...
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Season 3
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Episode 153
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41:10
Poinsettia and Christmas Tree Care
Happy Holidays! This week Kevin and Austin go over care tips for holiday favorites including poinsettias and Christmas trees. Looking to add color to your yard in the winter? Check out Kevin's favorites including primrose, cyclamen, Iceland pop...
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Season 3
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Episode 152
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29:02
Epic Beauty at Dawn Gardens
Hey green thumbs! This week the team travels to Grass Valley to visit Barry Friesen at Dawn Gardens. Barry created this vast demonstration garden containing over 3,000 species to experiment and showcase the beauty of nature. Watch Kevin...
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Season 3
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Episode 151
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30:04
Inspiring Young Arborists, One Climb at a Time
Hey green thumbs! This week we look up to the trees with Timmy Womick and Grayson Keating from the Tree Circus. They travel the states teaching kids about trees and introduce them to arboriculture. Learn more about the entertaining and educatio...
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Season 3
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Episode 150
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21:51
Growing Food Literacy with Amber Stott
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin visits the Food Literacy Center in Sacramento to learn how they inspire kids to eat their vegetables through education in gardening and cooking. Learn more and donate directly to make a difference at
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Season 3
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Episode 149
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24:53
The City of Trees with Ray Tretheway
Hey green thumbs! This week the team meets with local legend, Ray Trethaway, to talk about the importance of growing and caring for our urban forest. Ray encourages everyone to look after our trees, grow more, and build thriving neighborwoo...
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Season 3
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Episode 148
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26:45
Fall Garden Tasks: Cover Crops
Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin and Austin discuss putting in last minute seeds and starts before the cold temps arrive, and explore the wonderful world of cover crops. These plants are amazing for soil health, weed suppression, and some are ...
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Season 3
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Episode 147
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30:27
