You begged for it, so here it is. Another episode of garden chores, under supervision, at my mom's place in Albuquerque. We're spraying weeds with a secret family recipe (for your eyes only, below), dishing on water-friendly gardens, and unearthing my mom's sordid past on a garden chat line.

Want to see pics from the garden? Instagram: @freshclippings

Secret non-toxic family recipe for weed spray:

• 4 cups white vinegar
• 1/4 cup salt
• 1/4 tablespoon liquid dish soap
• Combine ingredients into a spray bottle
• Aim one or two sprays at weed roots
• Use at sunniest part of the day for best results
• Watch 'em croak

If you're curious to learn more about water-conscious xeric gardening (often called xeriscaping) The Spruce has a great little hub of info and tips to get started.

Show art by Alison McKenzie

Production guidance from Evan Roberts

Special thanks to Jeremy Bloom

Episode music from Blue Dot Sessions:

Our Son the Potter (Love and Weasel)

Pigpaddle Creek (Sour Mash)

Bossa Boa (High Horse)