Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Dave Faoro from Veneto Gardens at his demonstration garden to learn about his favorite gardening method for success: Square-Foot Gardening. Find out how you can maximize any space and grow a significant contribution to your weekly produce with healthy home-grown organic crops.

Want to see what Square Foot Gardening looks like? Check out Dave's video on YouTube: Square Foot Gardening

Learn more from the Square Foot Gardening Foundation

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Welcome green thumbs! This week the "Pickle King" Justin Davis joins in studio to update the team on the latest news at Neanderthal Farms. Justin's backyard farm produces some of the area's best produce, and in this episode he explains his methods for successful tomatoes including specifics on planting, spacing, watering, staking and more.

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Thinking about joining a community garden? Whether you're dealing with too much shade at home, craving better soil, or just want to dig in with fellow garden lovers, a community garden might be just what you need!

In this episode, Kevin chats with William from the City of Sacramento to explore the many benefits of joining a community garden and how you can get your very own plot.

Ready to grow? Contact William to get your own space.

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Learn more: City of Sacramento Community Gardens

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Hey green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Chris Totten from E.B. Stone to explore the fascinating world of microbiology underneath our feet. Together, they dig into the hidden dynamics of soil particles, the relationship between fungi and plant roots and the transformative power of organic matter.

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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets local master gardener and flower lover Janey Santos to discover the lessons she's learned by sharing her gardening journey on YouTube and finding her community of plant lovers. Follow Janey on YouTube at DigPlantWaterRepeat and check out her new book Solving Problems in the Landscape

Watch Janey talk about her favorite Proven Winners on YouTube

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Do you want to start your own warm season veggie garden, but not sure where to begin? In this special episode Kevin shares the keys to success for any level gardener. Concepts include understanding your zone, picking the right spot, preparing the soil, setting up an irrigation system and Kevin reveals his top 5 plants to grow.

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Did you know it's actually easy to get an orchid to rebloom? This week Kevin meets with Zach from Green Acres Nursery & Supply to talk about the awe-inspiring world of orchids and how to care for them like a pro. Zach shares his tips on repotting, reblooming, watering, feeding, and finding other orchid enthusiasts.

Check out the upcoming 76th annual Sacramento Orchid Society Show & Sale

Want to dive deeper into orchids? Check out the online forum Slippertalk.com

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This week Producer Greg joins the team in studio to discuss the stunning, low maintenance showstoppers that thrive in Sacramento's climate and beyond: Camellias! Greg shares their rich history, their role in the landscape, and expert growing tips to keep them thriving.

Tune in to uncover a special fragrant camellia surprise.

Want to add a beautiful camellia to your yard? Check out this collection.

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This week Kevin meets with Katie Norton, an aspiring third generation farmer with a passion for elderberries to learn how she is working to bring the CA native blue elderberry into the spotlight, the power of pollinators, and the joy of growing with family. Kevin shares his weekly garden tips and more inspiration to start your garden with success.

Looking for more information about growing your own elderberries? Check out the UC ANR page about California Elderberries and these resources from UC Davis: Elderberry Resources

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Welcome green thumbs! This week Kevin meets with Chris Crittenton from the Sacramento Area Beekeepers Association to learn about the many benefits of beekeeping and easy things gardeners can do to support bees in our community.

Interested in starting your own beekeeping journey? Learn more from SABA and the California Master Beekeeper Program

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