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The Northern Grower episodes

  • Goji Berry: History and Growing Tips

    In this episode I discuss the story and history of the Goji Berry and tips for gardening if you want to try growing this yourself! 

    Next episode will be Sunflowers.
     

    Links for purchasing goji berry seeds: 
    goji berry – thegreenwitchseedco 
    Edmonton Heritage Goji Berry - Forest City Plants 
    Shanghai Express Goji Seeds – West Coast Seeds 

    Erin's Links-
    The Northern Grower | Linktree

    19 min
  • Modern Homesteading: Homesteading Tips to Save Money

    For wannabe or modern homesteader, homesteading can seem out of reach or intimidating. It looks like one will have to invest lots of money to build their dream homestead. However in this episode Erin discusses how adopting a homesteading mindset and habits can actually help save money within the household even if you are not "on the farm" yet, there are ways to save money while homesteading. 

    Next episode: Erin will discuss the history and wonder of the Goji Berry and why it is a fantastic addition to the garden. 

    For links please visit: https://linktr.ee/thenortherngrowerpodcast to listen to past episodes online, visit my Instagram and the seed store!

    29 min
  • The Haskap, history, growing tips and a tiny bit of lore.

    Thank you for bearing with me whilst I continue to figure out my intro situation! 

    In this episode I tell you all about the wonderful Haskap berry, some history, some useful stuff to know for growing and why any gardener within zones 2-4 should have some Haskaps in their life!

    Contact: [email protected]
    Instagram: the_northern_grower
    Visit The Green Witch Seed Company – thegreenwitchseedco

    15 min
  • Gardening with small children: ideas and tips to help you get through!

    In this episode I discuss my experiences, thoughts and tips for  gardening with a young family. We really started increasing garden production at the same time as when our newborn arrived and it was...chaotic to say the least. We survived and you will too, so if you are gardening or wanting to start gardening but have young children and are worried about having to do it all, I share my tips right here on the podcast. (Hey, if the episode this time around is not your cup of tea, the next episode will be all about growing haskaps so please stay tuned)!

    All my links, info and small shop can be found here: The Northern Grower | Linktree 

    **Note due to technical issues we have no intro here, I launch straight into the podcast. 

    32 min
  • How to be a Modern Homesteader: Book Recommendations

    In this episode, Erin discusses her favourite essential books for anyone wanting to begin their gardening or homesteading journey. She shares books that are not only "how to" guides but also some of her favourite reads that remind her why she began this journey of self sufficiency in the first place. 

    You can visit the seed store, shop and Erin's social media here at The Northern Grower | Linktree. 

    Thank you for supporting the podcast. 

    37 min
  • How to Be a Modern Homesteader- What is homesteading?

    In the next few episodes  in The Northern Grower I'll be analyzing the world of modern homesteading! What does it mean to homestead in modern society? What does the act of homesteading look like in today's world? In this episode and the next few I will also be looking at recommended reads for homesteaders, why is growing your own food so important, what are some ways you can take steps to become more self sufficient? 

    Visit the seed store at The Green Witch Seed Company – thegreenwitchseedco and use code northerngrower for 15% off your order.
    For podcast feedback email [email protected] 
    Follow me on instagram at Green Witch Seed Co (@the_northern_grower) • Instagram photos and videos 

    38 min
  • A Look at Gardening Zones

    If you are a gardener then you've probably heard about zones and if you are new, then you probably know that zones are sort of important. However how many of us know what the zones actually measure? In this episode I take a brief dive into Gardening Zones and what they mean. 

    Links:
    A Map of USDA hardiness zones: https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
    Canadian Hardiness Zones and a map of Canada with the USDA Zones:http://planthardiness.gc.ca/?m=1

    Formula for calculating Canadian Hardiness Zones: http://planthardiness.gc.ca/?m=1

    Shop Green Witch Seeds https://greenwitchseed.ca/ use code northerngrower for 15% off your order!

    16 min
  • Favourite Annuals for Colder Climates

    In this episode, Erin discusses her favourite annual varieties that she grows in her zone 3 garden. These varieties are well suited to cooler climates and can give you some ideas and inspiration to try in your own backyard or homestead!

    Listeners can use code: northerngrower  at https://greenwitchseed.ca/ for 15% off your order of seeds. 
    Contact Erin at [email protected]

    20 min
  • Perennials and My Recommendations

    In this episode, Erin discusses her favourite perennial plants to grow for colder climate gardeners and the benefits of perennials. 

    If you are starting perennials from seed, now is a really good time to start. 



    For updated blog posts including a written list of perennial recommendations for northern growers please visit: https://www.thenortherngrower.ca

    For 15% off your order off seeds, use code northerngrower at https://greenwitchseed.ca

    36 min
  • Our Seed Starting Calendar

    In the new season of The Northern Grower, Erin gives an overview of when/how and what seeds she is starting this year month by month in her zone 3 homestead garden. 


    25 min

About The Northern Grower

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The Northern Gardener is a podcast host by Erin Colborn, an avid gardener, homesteader and professional educator. Her focus is on gardening in northern climates, things like season extension, hardy…