Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with Lesley Hamamoto, president of the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society. Learn why California native plants are so important to local ecosystems and hear Lesley’s passion for growing natives at home. She shares her favorite species, practical tips for gardeners, and simple ways you can make a difference by getting involved with CNPS.Learn more and join the movement at: <a href='https://www.sacvalleycnps.org/'>Sacramento Valley CNPS</a><a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/1610311'>Green Acres Garden Podcast</a> <a href='https://idiggreenacres.com/'>Green Acres Nursery & Supply</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/groups/2574744799338166/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=98185769867'>Green Acres Garden Podcast Group</a> In the greater Sacramento area? Learn how to make your yard Summer Strong and discover water-saving rebates at <a href='http://bewatersmart.info/'>BeWaterSmart.info</a>.

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with Lesley Hamamoto, president of the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society. Learn why California native plants are so important to local ecosystems and hear Lesley’s passion for growing natives at home. She shares her favorite species, practical tips for gardeners, and simple ways you can make a difference by getting involved with CNPS. Learn more and join the movement at: Sacramento Valley CNPS Green Acres Garden Podcast Green Acres Nursery & Supply Green Acres Garden Podcast Group In the greater Sacramento area? Learn how to make your yard Summer Strong and discover water-saving rebates at BeWaterSmart.info.

Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin sits down with Lesley Hamamoto, president of the Sacramento Valley Chapter of the California Native Plant Society. Learn why California native plants are so important to local ecosystems and hear Lesley’s passion for growing natives at home. She shares her favorite species, practical tips for gardeners, and simple ways you can make a difference by getting involved with CNPS.Learn more and join the movement at: <a href="https://www.sacvalleycnps.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sacramento Valley CNPS</a><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1610311" rel="noopener noreferrer">Green Acres Garden Podcast</a> <a href="https://idiggreenacres.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Green Acres Nursery &amp; Supply</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2574744799338166/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&amp;source_id=98185769867" rel="noopener noreferrer">Green Acres Garden Podcast Group</a> In the greater Sacramento area? Learn how to make your yard Summer Strong and discover water-saving rebates at <a href="http://bewatersmart.info/" rel="noopener noreferrer">BeWaterSmart.info</a>.

Celebrating California Natives with Sacramento Valley CNPS

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 &amp; 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

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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

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