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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

Epic Gardening

The Beet started its existence as the Epic Gardening Podcast but has grown into a one-stop shop for plant lovers. Each week, we explore topics ranging from beginner gardening tips to in-depth discussions with industry and science experts. Here, we’ll open up new gardening horizons, inspire you to greater heights, share new and exciting discoveries in agriculture, and fill your mind with freshly harvested information you can apply to your own gardening journey!
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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - Greywater Systems

Greywater Systems

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08/10/23 • 9 min

There are many different kinds of greywater systems and ways to employ them in a garden. Martha uses greywater from her washing machine to water her fruit trees. She reaps other benefits, too, including financial incentives! EG shop homepage: https://growepic.co/3QutqqV EG book collection page: https://growepic.co/47npgad EG homesteading book: https://growepic.co/3ON9vT0 Learn More: Connect With Martha Retallick: Martha Retallick is named for her great grandmother, a Victory Gardener who fed eight people from her plot in the blizzard capital of America, Buffalo, New York. With that level of determination in her DNA, Martha has to find ways to make gardening work. Even in Tucson, Arizona. She’ll reveal her secret superpower, water harvesting, during her “Epic Gardening” appearance. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - Nutrient Interactions and Media Chemistry

Nutrient Interactions and Media Chemistry

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09/01/22 • 9 min

Connect With Mike Chang: Mike Chang is the in-house agronomist for Grower’s House, with history in the tomato, cucumber, and cannabis industry. Shop the Store As an exclusive for listeners, use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your entire first order on our store, featuring our flagship Birdies Raised Beds. These are the original metal raised beds, lasting up to 5-10x longer than wooden beds, are ethically made in Australia, and have a customizable modular design. Shop now and get 5% off your first order. Get Our Books Looking for a beginner's guide to growing food in small spaces? Kevin’s book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, explains the core, essential information that you'll need to grow plants, no matter where you live!
He also wrote Grow Bag Gardening to provide you with specialized knowledge that can bring you success when growing in fabric pots. Order signed copies of Kevin’s books, plus more of his favorite titles in our store. More Resources Looking for more information? Follow us:

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - When Is The Best Time To Water Your Garden?

When Is The Best Time To Water Your Garden?

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04/02/17 • 3 min

Today's question is a simple one: When should you water your garden? Just because it's simple doesn't mean it's not important, though. Getting this one wrong can cause your plants all sorts of stress! Keep Growing, Kevin

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - The Rationale for Water Harvesting

The Rationale for Water Harvesting

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08/07/23 • 12 min

When Martha moved to Tucson, she wanted to plant a garden full of trees. But irrigating them posed a huge problem in her desert climate. Instead of spending tons of money on a full system, Martha opted to harvest from the “Big Watering Can In the Sky”. EG shop homepage: https://growepic.co/43RM3bu EG book collection page: https://growepic.co/3QnG4b4 EG homesteading book: https://growepic.co/47kyMLi Learn More: Connect With Martha Retallick: Martha Retallick is named for her great-grandmother, a Victory Gardener who fed eight people from her plot in the blizzard capital of America, Buffalo, New York. With that level of determination in her DNA, Martha has to find ways to make gardening work. Even in Tucson, Arizona. She’ll reveal her secret superpower, water harvesting, during her “Epic Gardening” appearance. Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - What is Humus?

What is Humus?

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04/05/17 • 3 min

Organic matter, humus, compost...what is the difference between all of these things? And specifically, what the heck is humus? It can be confusing, but once explained will make total sense. Keep growing, Kevin

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - What Is pH And Why Is It Important?

What Is pH And Why Is It Important?

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04/04/17 • 3 min

pH sounds like a complicated topic, but it doesn't have to be! Understanding pH is vital to being a great gardener, so in this episode we dig into what it is and how the pH of your soil or nutrient solution impacts your plants. Keep Growing, Kevin

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - What Is Hydroponics?

What Is Hydroponics?

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03/29/17 • 2 min

In the first episode of the Epic Gardening podcast, we take a look at hydroponics — what is it, where it came from, and if it's a beneficial way to grow plants. Thanks for tuning in to the very first episode — I'm grateful to have you with me! Keep Growing, Kevin

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - Do Hydroponic Plants Grow Faster?

Do Hydroponic Plants Grow Faster?

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03/31/17 • 3 min

Today's episode answers a question I got from Bo Bennet. He asks, "I've heard that plants grown hydoponically grow faster than soil plants. Is this true? If so, why?" Great question! We'll look at 4 reasons why plants (may) grow faster in a hydroponic system. Keep Growing, Kevin

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - Hydroponics vs. Soil — Which is Better?

Hydroponics vs. Soil — Which is Better?

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03/30/17 • 6 min

In today's episode, I share 7 reasons why you MIGHT want to consider hydroponics over soil gardening. That's not to say soil gardening is bad...not at all! But there are distinct advantages to growing hydroponically that many gardeners are unaware of! Keep Growing, Kevin

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The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers - Watering Houseplants Properly

Watering Houseplants Properly

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01/15/22 • 7 min

Watering is the second biggest issue you can have with your plants. Kelly Evans shares a few mistakes to avoid when giving your plants a drink. Connect With Kelly Evans: Kelly Evans is the founder of A Greener Room, where she offers plant consulting and styling services. Instagram Buy Birdies Garden Beds Use code EPICPODCAST for 5% off your first order of Birdies metal raised garden beds, the best metal raised beds in the world. They last 5-10x longer than wooden beds, come in multiple heights and dimensions, and look absolutely amazing. Buy My Book My book, Field Guide to Urban Gardening, is a beginners guide to growing food in small spaces, covering 6 different methods and offering rock-solid fundamental gardening knowledge: Follow Epic Gardening
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How many episodes does The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers have?

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers currently has 2315 episodes available.

What topics does The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers cover?

The podcast is about Leisure, Home & Garden, How To, Podcasts and Education.

What is the most popular episode on The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers?

The episode title 'Hydroponics vs. Soil — Which is Better?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers?

The average episode length on The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers is 9 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers released?

Episodes of The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers are typically released every day.

When was the first episode of The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers?

The first episode of The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers was released on Mar 29, 2017.

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