Come June/July soil temperatures rise creating the right condition for summer crops to really take off and start thriving.  Even the warm crops can get over heated and slow production. We discuss how heat effect garden plants and some ways to manage it. Here's a bit on the event we will be at as discussed in this cast... Join Kim and me in celebrating Freetown Farm's 3rd Birthday.  Visit us at Freetown Farm in Columbia Maryland on June 25th. You can register below  for the morning or...

Gary and CaliKim discuss growing tomatoes and peppers in your vegetable gardens. They provide a comprehensive overview of growing the two most grown vegetables in home gardens.  Gary and CaliKim answer your  questions on any gardening topic. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through https://gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected]. For More Information about From  Seed to...

Gary and CaliKim talk with Dale and Carrie Spoonmore,  creators of the app  From Seed to Spoon.  Their gardens are in Oklahoma.  Our conversation today  is about helping decrease the very common anxiety associated with when to seed and plant your vegetables in the garden.  From Seed to Spoon will help you with planting times, frost dates, what to grow, and even how to identify insects (beneficials/pests) with solutions.  The app continues to add resources for gardeners regularly.  They are ...

Gary and CaliKim cover garden sprays, pests, diseases and how to use sprays and dusts in your garden. The key to success, is not the products you use, but the prevention routine you establish and follow. Gary and CaliKim answer your  questions on any gardening topic. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through https://gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected]. Question cover seed starting, using wood ash, fertilizer ratings,...

Come April/May gardeners may be switching to warm weather crops, still growing cool weather crops or just beginning the cool crop gardening season. Calikim and Gary talk about what they are growing in April, garden projects they are working and general discuss what they focusing on in their gardens. Gary and CaliKim answer your  questions on any gardening topic. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through https://gardeningcoast2coast.net or...

We answer listeners questions and talk about Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium. We cover fertilizer basics and how to use them in your garden. Gary and CaliKim answer your  questions on any gardening topic. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through https://gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected]. Question cover seed starting, using wood ash, fertilizer ratings, overwintering eggplant and many more. Gardening...

Gary and CaliKim discussing timing for starting warm crops, seed starting, and direct sowing. Spring is arriving and both gardens have been planted. They  talk about what they are growing in their gardens,  garden chores in March, and getting ready for spring. They present their perspective and experience  through the lens of the west coast and east coast.  They also answer listener's questions. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through...

Gary and CaliKim discuss composting basics. They cover hot composting, cold composting, leaf mold, browns,  greens,  and general ways to bring the 'black gold' to your gardens.. They present their perspective and experience  through the lens of the west coast and east coast.  They also answer listener's questions. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected].   Gardening...

Gary and CaliKim discuss  the principle of succession planting and go over timing for starting planting.  They also talk about what they are growing in their garden, seed starting, and other garden chores in February. They present their perspective and experience  through the lens of the west coast and east coast.  They also answer listener's questions. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or...

Gary and CaliKim discuss vertical gardening, different ways to build trellises, what crops can be grown vertically,, and cover basic garden design. They present their perspective and experience  through the lens of the west coast and east coast.  They also answer listener's questions. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected].   Gardening Coast2Coast...

Gary and CaliKim discuss what they are growing in their garden, seed starting, and other garden chores in January. They present their perspective and experience  through the lens of the west coast and east coast.  They also answer listener's questions. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected].   Gardening Coast2Coast Website: https://gardeningcoast2coast.net Our YouTube...

Gary and CaliKim answer your  questions on any gardening topic. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected]. Question cover seed starting, using wood ash, fertilizer ratings, overwintering eggplant and many more. Gardening Coast2Coast Website: https://gardeningcoast2coast.net Our YouTube Channels: The Rusted Garden Homestead...

Gary and Kim discuss 25 common gardening mistakes that we all make,  with the hope you can avoid them.   Gardening Coast2Coast Website: https://gardeningcoast2coast.net Our YouTube Channels: The Rusted Garden Homestead https://www.youtube.com/c/GaryPilarchikTheRustedGarden/videos CaliKim Home & Garden DIY https://www.youtube.com/c/CaliKim29 We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to us through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or...

Gary and Kim discuss how to start growing seeds  indoors. They cover all the basic information you need to get started.  Seed starting indoors for herb, flower, and vegetable transplants is easy and it is a great way to save money. Transplants can be grown effectively with basic white LED shop lights. Join us for an introduction to starting seeds indoors. Gardening Coast2Coast Website: https://gardeningcoast2coast.net Our YouTube Channels: The Rusted Garden Homestead...

Gary and Kim discuss how to use the routine and structure of gardening to help beat the winter blues. A wellness approach just means actively planning some changes to help you manage a low mood, anxiety and sadness. If you feel your mood is impacting your life greatly or putting you at risk for self harm, please contact professionals and get help. It really works. The changes we talk about can help significantly but sometimes we need more. Stay safe! Gardening Coast2Coast...

Jerry aKa CameraGuy joins us to help answers camera related questions and starting your own YouTube Channel.  Gary and CaliKim answer your  questions on any gardening topic. We will do a monthly Listener Q & A podcast episode, taking questions sent to use through www. gardeningcoast2coast.net or [email protected]. We will answer 20-25 listener questions each episode.  Today's cast includes the themes of; camera selection, filming tips, raised beds, insect mesh,  using leaves,...