The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

Tilling by hand can be a chore, but less of one if you use the right tools! In this episode we look at why and when to till your garden as well as a few recommendations on quality tillers. Learn More: Hand Tiller Guide: The Best Hand Tiller For Your 2018 Garden
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Tilling by hand can be a chore, but less of one if you use the right tools! In this episode we look at why and when to till your garden as well as a few recommendations on quality tillers.

Learn More: Hand Tiller Guide: The Best Hand Tiller For Your 2018 Garden

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Today's question comes from Eric, who wants to know the most cost-effective and efficient system for growing hydroponic strawberries. Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere:

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Today's question comes from Eric, who wants to know the most cost-effective and efficient system for growing hydroponic strawberries.

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Today's question comes from Isaac, who wanted to know the difference between heirloom, open-pollinated, and hybrid or F1 seeds. It's a common question and a confusing topic - so let's dive in! Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere:

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Today's question comes from Isaac, who wanted to know the difference between heirloom, open-pollinated, and hybrid or F1 seeds. It's a common question and a confusing topic - so let's dive in!

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Tagetes erecta, Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii, Canna generalis, Zinnia elegans. These are just some of the words you’ll find on the plant labels at your local home and garden store. Are your eyes glazing over yet? If so, I totally understand! But trust me, these words have meaning. They are all scientific names for common plants that can be found in your garden. As you continue reading the plant label you’ll find other gardening jargon that may not make sense to you at first. It’s easy to get confused by the terminology and instructions on plant labels. Learn More: Plant Labels: What’s On Them And How To Read Them Properly Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere:

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Tagetes erecta, Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii, Canna generalis, Zinnia elegans. These are just some of the words you’ll find on the plant labels at your local home and garden store.

Are your eyes glazing over yet? If so, I totally understand! But trust me, these words have meaning. They are all scientific names for common plants that can be found in your garden.

As you continue reading the plant label you’ll find other gardening jargon that may not make sense to you at first. It’s easy to get confused by the terminology and instructions on plant labels.

Learn More: Plant Labels: What’s On Them And How To Read Them Properly

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Coleus is a gorgeous type of ornamental plant with a very complicated naming history! In 1763, coleus was part of the Ocimum genus. Later, it was recognized as its own genus of plants. Part of the Lamiaceae family, the genus name Coleus was eventually retired and these plants were incorporated as part of the Plectranthus genus. They’ve also been classified as Solenostemon genus, which complicates things even more. But what is coleus? Sometimes called painted nettle, they are multi-hued, stunning plants grown for their leaves rather than flowers. Excellent for either container gardening or for adoring garden beds, they offer amazing color in partial shaded areas. Learn More: Coleus: How To Grow And Care For Plectranthus Scutellarioides Keep Growing, Kevin Follow Epic Gardening Everywhere:

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Coleus is a gorgeous type of ornamental plant with a very complicated naming history!

In 1763, coleus was part of the Ocimum genus. Later, it was recognized as its own genus of plants. Part of the Lamiaceae family, the genus name Coleus was eventually retired and these plants were incorporated as part of the Plectranthus genus. They’ve also been classified as Solenostemon genus, which complicates things even more.

But what is coleus? Sometimes called painted nettle, they are multi-hued, stunning plants grown for their leaves rather than flowers. Excellent for either container gardening or for adoring garden beds, they offer amazing color in partial shaded areas.

Learn More: Coleus: How To Grow And Care For Plectranthus Scutellarioides

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