Today we are talking about mulch. 

Why I don't sheet mulch anymore.

Where to find it for free.

Does mulch cause termites?

This and so much more!

www.edifulgardens.com/start

Today on the Ediful Gardens Podcast we are talking about Victory Gardens and who started them and what they really about and how they could apply to us today. 

What was the purpose of a victory garden?
What foods were grown in Victory Gardens?
How did Victory Gardens help the war effort?
What were victory gardens during WWI?

Are the rumors true?   

Tune in and find out. 

By the Way here are the links I promised in the show. 

edifulgardens.com/start

ModernFarmer.com How much Farland We're Losing to Development

Why is 53% of Americas Farmland in Corn and Soy and Why is this a Problem by Andrew Kimbrell

New York Times Most of America's Fruit is Now Imported.  Is that a Bad Thing?

The USDA ERS Agricultural Projections to 2027 report

And from the National Archives "The War Gardens Victorious" by Charles Lathrop Pack
National War Garden Commission, Charles Lathrop Pack, President

It's Hatch Season Y'all!  Welcome to the Hatch Chile Pepper show! 

Today we are talking about the famous Hatch Chile and all that implies. 

We are answering FAQ's like

Why are Hatch Chiles such a big deal?
Are Hatch chile peppers hot?
What kind of pepper is a Hatch green chile?
Are Hatch and Anaheim the same?
What can I use instead of Hatch Chiles?
What are some good Hatch chile recipes?
How to roast Hatch peppers at home.
What is the cost of fresh vs. canned?
Can I grow Hatch peppers at home?

edifulgardens.com/start

Today's show is all about what variety to choose if you want to grow famous and veggies. 

Whether you are trying to grow a Jacksonville Tomato, Pecos Cantaloupe, Parker County Peach; here is a little insight to easily pick the variety that will make your homegrown produce world-famous. 

Here is a really cool article on the Truth about Pecos Cantaloupes.

Go to edifulgardens.com/starter to get the Starter Guide for Creating an Edible Landscape. 

As always you can reach me at [email protected] if you have any comments, questions or concerns.  I love hearing from you! 

Today's show is a little out of the ordinary because its confession time. 

We are talking about peaches today on the podcast; what fresh herbs and meats to pair them with and how to build a flavor bridge between sweet and savory. 

You don't want to miss this one!

It's just peachy!  (Sorry, I couldn't resist.)

As promised here is a link to my Pinterest board on Peaches.

As always, you can email me at [email protected]

I hope you enjoy the show as much as I did.

Today on the podcast we are talking about some ways you can determine what your garden style is.  

Some people are lucky in that they know exactly what they want, but 99% of us need a little help.

Should you have a Cottage Garden, Asian Garden, Formal Garden, Mediterranean, etc.?

I am a big believer that you belong in your garden. That is to say your personality and lifestyle.

This is a first BIG step in creating a master plan for yourself and for your garden, after all, you kind of grow up together. Right?

As always, we love hearing from you.  You can email us at [email protected]

Enjoy

Today we are talking about big weather events and how to use them to your advantage.

On today show I am asking why so many people get it wrong when it comes to the issue of invasive species, and a scary story about misinformation.

Here are some of the links I promised in the show today. 

Definition of Invasive Species

Is there really a war on Heirloom seeds? You decide.

Is Monsanto really sitting the bench? OK... Who's on deck?

By the way, terminator seeds or G.U.R.T. (Genetic Use Restriction Technology)  at the time of this recording are not being sold to my knowledge. 

What happens when you eradicate an "invasive" species. The Wolves of Yellowstone.

On today's show, we are talking about getting rid of Poison Oak, Poison Ivy, and Poison Sumac immediately and organically. 

YouTube video by the CDC on how poison ivy oils attack the body with urushiol.

See what this scientific paper, put out by the US National Library of Medicine and National Institute of Health, has to say about an old Wives Tale and natural remedies.

Pictures for Identifications