Grow with Vibrant Rainbow Gardens
Welcome to Grow with Vibrant Rainbow Gardens—the podcast for busy, big-hearted gardeners in Houston and beyond who want to grow more food, more beauty, and more joy… without the stress.
I’m Vandhana Ramamoorthy—garden coach, permaculture enthusiast, and the voice behind Vibrant Rainbow Gardens. Every week, I’ll bring you practical tips, seasonal planting advice, and a little garden magic to help you build a thriving, low-fuss garden that actually fits your real life.
Whether you're growing in raised beds, containers, or the front yard, you’ll learn:
- What to plant (and when!) in our unique Gulf Coast climate
- How to grow organically and sustainably, even if you're short on time
- Ways to make gardening a joyful part of your family’s routine
If you’ve ever said, “I want a garden, but I don’t know where to start,” this podcast is for you.
Grab your coffee—or your compost—and let’s dig in together.
Grow with Vibrant Rainbow Gardens
Scared of Garden Pests? Here’s How to Handle Them Organically
Summer garden pests like aphids, squash vine borers, spider mites, and tomato hornworms can destroy your harvest overnight. But here’s the truth: you don’t need to fear pests—and you definitely don’t need harsh sprays to control them.
In this episode of Grow with Vibrant Rainbow Gardens, I’ll teach you how to identify four of the most common summer pests, the organic pest control strategies I actually use in my Houston garden, and how to know when to intervene and when to let nature do its thing.
You’ll also discover why most big-box garden sprays do more harm than good, how beneficial bugs like bees, wasps, birds, and spiders can become your garden allies, and why a simple garden journal can make you a more confident gardener.
If you’ve ever felt nervous about bugs in your garden—or avoided gardening altogether because of them—this episode will give you the knowledge, mindset, and tools to move past the fear and grow with confidence.
Links & Resources:
- 🍅 Enroll in the Succession Planting Masterclass
- 📥 Grab the free Houston Planting Calendar → https://www.vibrantrainbowgardens.com/podcastcalendar
- 💬Email me to book a Garden Coaching Session