Today’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing basil! Welcome to warm weather herbs! You’ll hear all about this heat-loving must-have for everything from pesto to pasta… and everything in between One of the biggest mistakes I made when I first started growing basil (so you can skip this painful lesson and get on with growing goodness) A few fun facts and mouth-watering hidden gems  Where to keep a little basil indoors to ward off 'this' summertime pest… If...

Summer is just 6 weeks away! If you’ve been thinking about growing summer goodness… now is the perfect time to plan… and prep! This week’s episode of the Container Gardening Made Easy Podcast is 9 Tips to Make Your Summer Containers Bountiful. You’ll learn: One of the biggest mistakes beginners make (and how you can plan like a pro) We’ll walk through the 9 must-haves for your container garden (getting herbs and veggies flourishing all summer long) When to start growing summer...

Life is hectic… and stressful. So, if you’d love a quiet, cozy place to just… be... this episode is for you. This week’s episode of the Container Gardening Made Easy Podcast is about cultivating peace and presence in small spaces. You’ll hear: How stepping out on your patio can help quiet a busy mind The surprise guest who taught me how to relax my body, mind, and breathing (and how you can do it too) You’ll walk away with 3 tips for cultivating peace and presence in your small...

If you love cooking pasta, potato, poultry, fish, and beef dishes and adding a piney, warm, and savory flavor… pull out a plate! This week’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing rosemary! This piney, woody, and savory favorite is adored by many cooks… You’ll hear: You’ll hear why growing your own is worth every penny, while its evergreen aroma brings every dish to life How rosemary is being used “medicinally” today How to grow your own so you always have it...

If you’re looking for a few simple ways to support your self-care and wellbeing… you’re going to LOVE this week’s podcast episode! This week’s episode of the Container Gardening Made Easy Podcast is all about…you. We’ll dive into:  3 ways to design a container garden to support your self-care and wellbeing. Fascinating research coming out about the benefits of gardening and horticulture in general on your health and wellbeing Simple steps to boost your mood while creating a space...

If you love salsa, pasta sauces, and savory veggie dishes… you’re going to LOVE this week’s podcast episode! This week of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing oregano! A savory, pungent, and peppery cooking favorite!   You’ll hear:  A few hidden benefits of this Greek, Italian, and Spanish favorite Oregano’s perfect pairing partner (it makes your sauces sing) Fascinating ways it’s being used in medicine  How to grow your own oregano in containers (step-by-step) ...

If you love the idea of sitting on your patio with a hot cup of mint & lemon tea, Iced orange mint tea, or any other mint variety… you’re going to LOVE this week’s episode! This week’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing mint and a few surprising benefits of growing your own just steps away from your kitchen.    You’ll hear: Why mint is one of my must-haves (my favorite tea and dessert varieties)  Surprising benefits of growing your own (just steps away...

Today’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing thyme in small spaces! This is one of THE easiest herbs you can start growing in containers this spring! I’ll share why I’m crazy about this no-drama, sweet, piney, citrusy-smelling, must-have-in-my-garden herb! You'll find out:  Why this is one of the easiest herbs you can start growing this spring (and how to get started step-by-step) Why this is ONE of my absolute favorites The inside scoop on why you rarely...

  Spring is the PERFECT time to start planning your herb & veggie container garden… and I’m happy to help!  This week’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing parsley in pots! It’s a great way to kick off spring… with a cool-weather herb. I’ll share my crazy soup-making mix-up when I went shopping for parsley last winter (it’s easy to get it mixed up with this other tasty herb). You’ll hear: Why now is the perfect time to start your container herb garden ...

This week’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about growing a crisp, tender, sweet flavor variety called Salad Bowl Lettuce… a salad lover’s dream!  I’ll share the 3 BIG Mistakes I made when I first started growing lettuce and how you can avoid them and grow your own leafy green goodness. You’ll hear: A few tips and tricks for growing this salad lover’s dream  The 3 BIG Mistakes I made when I first started growing lettuce and how you can avoid them  How to cultivate...

If you’re looking for a flavorful, highly nutritious leafy green alternative to Spinach… you might just love container gardening with this one.  This week’s episode is all about growing Swiss Chard in small spaces. You’ll hear how I stumbled onto Swiss Chard, while dealing with a chronic illness, and a few surprises I learned along the way (you'll hear it all here... listen to the full episode).  You’ll discover: A few fun facts about Swiss Chard and where it comes from (hint: it’s not...

Today’s episode is all about growing cool-weather kale (if you’re experiencing cooler temps this time of year) and how to decide if growing kale is right for you. You’ll hear one of the biggest mistakes I made when I got started (and how to avoid it so you don’t waste time, energy, or money). If you love Kale and want to create mouthwatering recipes like baked kale chips, kale & parmesan salad, kale & lentil soup, or kale & scallion quiche… get the 5 steps for growing...

Today’s episode of Container Gardening Made Easy is all about picking the perfect pot when you’re just getting started and how to avoid picking all the wrong containers (don’t do what I did… more on that story inside). I’m sharing 3 Essentials for Picking the Perfect Pot for your small space so you’ll: Know which pots and containers to buy (and which to avoid) Skip containers that are a waste of time (and money) Feel confident and have the perfect containers for your space   So,...

Welcome to Container Gardening Made Easy. Whether you have a tiny yard, patio, or deck you can grow your own food. Discover the 3 delightful benefits of container gardening.   I’m Asia Small Space Gardener, reformed plant killer (RIP Oregano, I’ve drowned more plants than I can count), and now gardening coach for beginners who want to transform their small spaces into nourishing spaces. Gardening started as therapy, as a way to calm my anxiety. Teaching full-time, starting a new...