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
Groundcovers: The Living Carpets
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This week, Kevin and Julie explore the surprisingly powerful world of groundcovers. Whether you’re filling gaps between pavers, softening borders, replacing thirsty turf, or creating a fragrant carpet of blooms, there’s a groundcover for every corner of the garden. Julie walks through her go‑to selections and the practical techniques she uses to help them spread, thrive, and support pollinators.
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