When I began gardening, I had no idea what tools I would need. Because my purpose for gardening in the first place was to save money, I had no interest in blowing cash on unneeded equipment. But as I soon realized, some tools make a huge difference. In this episode of The Beginner’s Garden Podcast, I share my five favorite garden tools with you. 

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/gardentools

Along with the joys of a long growing season, southern gardeners also face a unique challenge -- cool weather crops don't thrive in the summer. So how do we plant lettuce, broccoli, and spinach? In this episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast, I give tips that any gardener in a long, warm-season climate can use.

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/03/cool-weather-crops-in-the-southern-garden/

Potatoes are one of my most enjoyable crops to grow! They require little maintenance, and they harvest before the hot weather in my area begins to set in. Harvesting, though labor-intensive, is so much fun — and my kids enjoy it, too! If you're looking to grow potatoes in your garden, these tips will help you grow a successful crop.

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/03/yes-even-a-beginner-can-grow-potatoes/

Maybe I say this about many plants, but potatoes are one of my most enjoyable crops to grow! They require little maintenance, and they harvest before the hot weather in my area begins to set in. Harvesting, though labor-intensive, is so much fun — and my kids enjoy it, too! It’s like a treasure hunt. I […]

I had no idea what I was doing when I planted my first four blueberry bushes in the ground. Thankfully, the research I did served me well, and now I have more blueberries than I know what to do with! If you long for sweet blueberries from your own back yard, today’s episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast will give you what you need to get started!

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/02/growing-blueberries-tips-beginners/

One of the main reasons many home gardeners grow tomatoes is to make their own salsa! So, how does one grow his or her own salsa? By planting a salsa garden! In today's episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast, get the basics of how to grow a salsa garden yourself.

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/02/how-to-grow-a-salsa-garden-from-planning-to-canning-free-download/

Direct link to free download: http://journeywithjill.net/salsagarden

 

If I had to choose one topic about which I get more questions asked, it would be composting. Yes, it can get complicated, but it doesn't have to. If you're a beginner and you want to put those kitchen scraps to good use, this episode will have everything you need to know.

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/02/composting-for-the-beginner/

In this week’s episode of the Beginner’s Garden Podcast, I talk about a subject that is so much fun for me! I just love growing vegetables “up.” 

In the podcast, I discuss your best bets for beans, peas, cucumbers, and tomatoes. And because I list lots of ideas in the podcast, this week’s show notes are chock-full of ideas to get you started.

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/02/07/plants-that-climb-sprawl-choose-the-best-trellis-option-for-your-garden-big-or-small/

In this episode of the Beginner’s Garden Podcast, I attempt to demystify the mysterious world of the soil. I talk about important topics like:

why you should test your soil and how to do it for free what your soil structure means to your garden, how to identify it, and how to change it the Big 3 nutrients plants need 2 ways I make sure nutrients are available for my crops Bonus tip: how I prepare my raised beds for the best tomato harvest

Show notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/01/31/creating-fertile-soil-the-basis-of-your-best-garden/

 

My very first year I planted a garden, I went to Lowe’s and bought baby tomato, squash, okra, and watermelon plants. I was so new at gardening, it didn’t even cross my mind to plant anything from seed. 

In this week’s episode of the Beginner’s Garden Podcast, I break down the plants that I prefer to plant as transplants, which one I plant as seeds directly in the garden, and which ones I start indoors. I explain why each plant responds better in my garden that way.

Show Notes: http://journeywithjill.net/2017/01/24/seeds-or-transplants-which-to-grow-when-to-plant/