Garden Talk with Mr. Grow It
Episodes
197 episodes
How to Grow Autos Faster and Bigger (Lighting Secrets)(Garden Talk #198)
In this episode, I interview Dave Baker to discuss how to grow autos faster and bigger by dialing in one of the most important factors—lighting. We cover topics like PPFD, light cycles, under-canopy lighting, far red and IR effects, and how dif...
What This Grower Does Differently (And Why It Works)(Garden Talk #197)
In this episode, I sit down with Manny from The Grow Under The Stairs, who takes a unique approach—and gets impressive results because of it. We dive into his methods, from deep water culture and soil comparisons to container size, nutrients, a...
Microbial Strategies for Healthier, Stronger Plants (Garden Talk #196)
In this episode, I interview Dr. Colin Bell from Mammoth Microbes, who dives into microbial strategies that can lead to healthier, stronger plants. He explains how microbes influence plant morphology, flowering timing, and even secondary metabo...
DIY Garden Hacks That Actually Work (Fish Fertilizer, Wood Ash & More)(Garden Talk #195)
In this episode, I interview Nate aka Garden Like a Viking. He dives into DIY garden hacks that actually work, from using wood ash and homemade fish fertilizer to boosting nitrogen naturally. We explore techniques like electroculture, cover cro...
Fertigation 101: What It Is and Why It Works (Garden Talk #194)
In this episode, I interview Manny from AutoPot. He breaks down the basics of fertigation and why combining irrigation and fertilization can take your grow to the next level. He explains what fertigation is, how it works, and the benefits of de...
This Guerrilla Grower Grows Over 100 Plants at a Time! (Garden Talk #193)
In this episode, I sit down with South, a guerrilla grower who regularly cultivates over 100 plants at a time in outdoor, off-grid locations. We break down what guerrilla growing really is, how he selects the perfect spot, manages water sources...
Legendary Breeder Explains How To Breed Stable Feminized Plant Genetics (Garden Talk #192)
In this episode, I sit down with legendary breeder MrSoul from Brothers Grimm Seeds to break down how stable feminized genetics are actually created. We dive deep into reversing plants the right way, including an STS recipe, spray strategy, sto...
Breeding Plants for Unique Flavors and Effects (Garden Talk #191)
In this episode, I interview Patrick from Typ3cannabis, who dives into the art and science of breeding plants for distinct flavors and effects. Our conversation covers how genetics, selection, and intentional breeding decisions shape aroma prof...
Hydroponics for Beginners: The Basics Explained Simply (Garden Talk #190)
In this episode, I interview ROO’s Goofy Growing, who breaks down hydroponics in a simple, easy-to-understand way for beginners. He walks through his DWC hydroponic setup and covers key topics like pH, PPM, water temperature, seed starting, res...
He Built a Living Ecosystem in His Garage — The Results Are Wild! (Garden Talk #189)
In this episode, I sit down with Josh from Yellow Skunk Farms to talk about how he built a full living ecosystem inside his garage. We dive into the systems, biology, and techniques he’s using to create a self-sustaining environment that produc...
Organic Amendments Every Gardener Should Be Using (Garden Talk #188)
In this episode, I sit down with Mike Chang to break down organic amendments that every gardener should have in their toolkit. We discuss what these inputs do, how to use them effectively, and why they play such a big role in building healthy s...
30-Year Pest Expert Reveals What No One Tells You About Garden Pests! (Garden Talk #187)
In this episode, I sit down with Suzanne Wainwright-Evans, a pest management expert with over 30 years of hands-on experience. Suzanne breaks down the garden pest truths that most growers never hear—what really causes infestations, how to preve...
Building the Perfect Living Soil Mix (Expert Breakdown)(Garden Talk #186)
In this episode, I interview Kim from Couple of Plants to break down what it really takes to build a high-performing living soil mix. Kim shares his expert insights on choosing the right base materials, balancing amendments, and creating a soil...
Plant Science: What Studies Reveal About Modern Growing (Garden Talk #185)
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bruce Bugbee to discuss what modern plant science is revealing about how we grow today. We dive deep into topics like lighting science, VPD, precision stress techniques, microplastics, and how research conti...
Over 40 Years in the Garden: Old-School to New School Genetics (Garden Talk #184)
In this episode, I interview Todd McCormick, who has over 40 years of experience in the garden. We discuss how modern breeding methods are transforming old-school genetics and what that means for the future of cultivation. Todd shares his insig...
Pro Agronomist Shares His Nontraditional Breeding Approach! (Garden Talk #183)
In this episode, I sit down with Ben Koch from Speedrun Seeds. He’s a professional agronomist who takes a completely different approach to plant breeding. Ben explains the reasoning behind his methods and breaks down how he selects traits to de...
Hydroponics Tips That Actually Work | Pro Tips from 35+ Years of Hands-On Growing (Garden Talk #182)
In this episode, I sit down with Daniel Wilson from Current Culture H2O. He has over 35 years of hands-on experience working with hydroponics. He shares the pro tips that actually work in real-world setups—from managing pH and EC fluctuations t...
How to Grow Better Plants – Pro Tips From Danny Danko (Garden Talk #181)
In this episode I sit down with Danny Danko, a well-known cultivation expert and author, to discuss what it really takes to grow better plants. Danny shares his pro tips on setting up a grow space, dialing in nutrition, training, harvesting, dr...
6x Award-Winning Grower Reveals His Method to Success! (Garden Talk #180)
In this video I interview Mark from Growfire Farms. He is a six-time award-winning grower and he shares the exact methods that helped him achieve consistent success. From dialing in the environment to fine-tuning nutrition and training techniqu...
Living Soil vs. Synganic | Which Method Produces Better Results? (Garden Talk #179)
In this episode I interview J.R. Tokin, who has been gardening for 22 years and is the co-owner of the CannaBuzz app. He grows in a variety of ways, with two of his main methods being living soil and synganic cultivation. The question of which ...
Big Grow Space, Big Challenges | Lessons from a Container Grow (Garden Talk #178)
In this episode I interview Simon from Plant Studio. We dive into the unique challenges and lessons learned from gardening in a large grow space. We cover everything from environmental control, lighting, and electricity costs to software automa...
Cloning Secrets for Healthier Plants & Higher Success Rates (Garden Talk #177)
In this episode I interview Paul—also known as Clone Coach. He’s a specialist in plant cloning and known for helping growers boost their success rates with healthier, more vigorous plants. We dive into his background, the biggest mistakes growe...
Mastering Plant Watering | Soil Tension, Texture & Automation Tips! (Garden Talk #176)
In this episode I interview Cooper from Sustainable Village. He has been gardening for 23 years and is widely regarded as an expert in irrigation—which is the focus of this episode. We discuss soil tension, texture, the moisture release curve, ...
Mastering Autos: How He Gets the Best Results! (Garden Talk #175)
In this episode I interview Chubbs. He is a grower for FastBuds who specializes in autos—which is the main focus of today’s podcast. He shares his approach to feeding, training, lighting, environmental conditions, and much more.
Electroculture 101: Tools, History & Grow Methods Explained by an Expert (Garden Talk #174)
In this episode I interview Chris Winters. He has been gardening for 14 years on his farm and he grows a wide variety of plants. He’s regarded as an expert in electroculture, and that’s the focus of today’s discussion. Chris shares what electro...