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
What to Plant (and Harvest!) in October for Houston Gardeners
October is the perfect month for Houston gardeners to transition from summer to fall planting. In this episode of Vibrant Rainbow Gardens Podcast, garden coach and permaculture designer Vandhana shares exactly what to plant in October for Zone 9a/9b gardens along the Gulf Coast.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why October is the ideal planting month for Houston gardeners
- Complete October planting list: greens, brassicas, herbs, root vegetables, and pollinator flowers
- What's growing in Vandhana's own Houston garden this fall (multiple kale varieties, rainbow carrots, radishes, and more)
- Current October harvests: okra, eggplant, basil, ridge gourds (ridged loofah), tomatoes, zucchini, and late-season watermelons
- Simple 3-step framework for planning your October garden
- When to plant garlic and onion sets in Houston
Perfect for: Houston gardeners, Gulf Coast gardeners, Zone 9 gardeners, fall vegetable gardening, October planting guide, Texas gardening, beginner gardeners
Featured plants: Kale (Lacinato, Red Russian), collards, Swiss chard, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cilantro, dill, fennel, parsley, basil, calendula, nasturtium, zinnias, bush beans, peas, radishes (French, purple, black, daikon), rainbow carrots, garlic, onions, ridge gourds, okra, eggplant, tomatoes, zucchini, watermelon
Links & Resources:
- 🍅 Enroll in the Succession Planting Masterclass
- 📥 Grab the free Houston Planting Calendar → https://www.vibrantrainbowgardens.com/podcastcalendar
- đź’¬Email me to book a Garden Coaching Session
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