Best Organicgardening Podcasts (2025)

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431 - A Gardener's Guide to Snakes with Johnny Sain 49:51

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Most of us have an instinctual fear of snakes—but are they really the enemy in our gardens? In this episode, I’m joined by nature enthusiast Johnny Sain to shed light on the misunderstood world of snakes. We talk about why snakes are more helpful than harmful, how to identify them safely, and what to do if you (or your chickens!) cross paths with o…

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430 - Shade Solutions for Summer Crops: What to Try When Temps Spike 32:13

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🌞 Does Your Garden Need Shade in Summer? | The Beginner’s Garden Podcast Have you ever walked into your garden on a 100-degree day and thought, “How are these plants still standing?” The truth is, some of them aren’t—and even heat-loving crops can struggle when temps soar. In today’s episode, we’re diving into: 🌿 Why summer shade might be the secre…

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429 - Start these Fall Crops Inside in July 29:49

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🎧 What to Start Indoors for Your Fall Garden (Yes, in July!) It may be blazing hot, but believe it or not—now’s the time to start thinking about your fall garden. In this episode, I’ll walk you through which crops you need to start indoors in July to ensure a bountiful fall harvest. We’ll talk about: 🌱 Why fall gardening actually starts in summer 🥦…

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428 - What to Plant in July: Vegetables, Herbs, and Flowers That Thrive in the Heat 22:46

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What to Plant in July (Yes, You Still Can!) Think it’s too late to plant? Think again. In this episode of the Beginner’s Garden Podcast, Jill shares exactly what you can still plant in July—whether you're refreshing your summer garden or squeezing in one more round before fall. From quick-growing veggies to heat-tolerant flowers and herbs, you'll w…

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427 - Grow Mushrooms in Your Garden with Matt McInnis 39:49

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Have you ever wondered if you could grow mushrooms right alongside your tomatoes? I hadn’t either—until recently. In today’s episode, I chat with Matt McInnis from North Spore about how beginners can grow mushrooms in their garden beds, mulch, or even garden paths. This episode is part beginner’s guide, part real-time experiment. After my conversat…

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426 - Mid-Season Fertilizing: What Your Garden Needs Now 39:11

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"I rarely use fertilizer." If you've listened to this podcast or joined a coaching call, you've probably heard me say that. And for years, it’s been true. I’ve focused more on building healthy soil than feeding plants. But recently, I’ve started rethinking that approach — and today I’m sharing why. In this episode, we’ll explore how my mindset has …

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425 - 5 Summer Pests and Organic Ways to Stop Them 44:46

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By mid-June, your garden is thriving—but pests are waking up too. Some are just a nuisance, while others can wreak serious havoc. In today’s episode, we’re talking about 5 common summer pests, how to spot them early, and what you can do to manage them using organic methods. You’ll learn: 🪰 How to deal with aphids without wrecking your beneficial in…

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424 - June Garden Checklist: What to Do Now to Keep Things Thriving 35:21

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June might feel like the honeymoon phase in the garden — everything’s green, lush, and thriving. But don’t let the beauty fool you — this is a critical time to stay proactive if you want a healthy, productive summer garden. 💪 In this episode, I’m sharing what to plant, prune, harvest, and watch for in June — plus a sneak peek at an upcoming live wo…

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Journeys of Learning and Discovery with Anna Baker Cresswell 45:30

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In this episode I'm joined by my friend and business partner Anna Baker Cresswell for a conversation in The Wellbeing Garden. Last year we formed Therapeutic Garden Tours to provide worldwide journeys of learning and discovery for professionals in the field of therapeutic horticulture. In this episode we discuss our inaugural tour starting at the e…

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369. Speed Dating For Wheat 8:57

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LINKS [email protected] ChangeUnderground No-Dig Gardening Course Transcript: https://worldorganicnews.com/episode369/By Jon Moore

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423 - Grow Organic Apple Trees: what to do in years 1-3 with Susan Poizner 54:56

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Ever wondered if you can actually grow apple trees organically—and get fruit? Or maybe you’ve got a tree that’s not thriving and you’re not sure why. In this episode, certified arborist and fruit tree expert Susan Poizner joins me to answer the most common questions about growing apple trees at home. We’ll talk about: 🍎 Choosing the right variety &…

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422 - The Truth About Soil, Wood, and Raised Beds with Gardener Scott 41:14

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Have you ever wondered if you could fill a raised bed with 100% compost? Or whether pressure-treated wood is actually safe for gardens? In today's episode, I sit down in person with Gardener Scott to tackle common raised bed myths and smart strategies for growing success — whether you're gardening on a patio or across a backyard full of beds. 💬 Top…

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368. Mark Rathbone, Biodynamics and Soil Carbon 43:44

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LINKS [email protected] ChangeUnderground No-Dig Gardening Course Transcript: https://worldorganicnews.com/episode367/ In Show LINKS: Save Our Soil http://www.saveoursoil.com.au/ Bio-Soil https://www.biosoil.net.au/ Demeter Australia http://www.demeter.org.au/ Biodynamics UK Certification http://bdcertification.org.uk/ Demeter USA http://www.demeter-usa.…

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421 - The Best Herbs for Beginners (and How to Start Right) 34:14

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Herbs are some of the easiest — and most rewarding — plants you can grow, but getting started can bring up a lot of questions. Where should you plant them? Should you start from seed or buy transplants? Which ones will keep growing year after year? In today’s episode, I’ll walk you through the five easiest herbs for beginners and help you plan wher…

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A Conversation with Fiona Thackeray 51:40

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Welcome to The Wellbeing Garden. In this episode I’m joined by Fiona Thackeray for a wonderful conversation in The Wellbeing Garden. Fiona is the CEO of Trellis Scotland and founder of World Therapeutic Horticulture Day, held on May 18th each year. In this conversation, Fiona shares her journey into therapeutic horticulture, establishing Trellis an…

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420 - Spring’s Best Herbs for Food & Health with Bevin Cohen 42:38

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Are you ready to take your herb gardening and foraging skills to the next level? In today’s episode, author Bevin Cohen joins me to share practical, beginner-friendly advice on growing, harvesting, and using herbs throughout the seasons. We explore common herbs like calendula, dill, chickweed, plantain, dandelion, and parsley—and even touch on wild…

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Overcoming Digital Dependency to Reconnect with Nature 1:00:13

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Welcome to The Wellbeing Garden. In this episode I’m joined again by my friend, Rachel Marley-Tree, for a conversation in The Wellbeing Garden. We discuss an interesting topic of the effects of a dependency on devices and social media, and ways to overcome this to reconnect with others and nature. This conversation was inspired by my decision to st…

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367. Living The Natural Life 6:45

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LINKS [email protected] ChangeUnderground No-Dig Gardening Course Transcript: https://worldorganicnews.com/episode367/By Jon Moore

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419 - How to Grow Meyer Lemons in Containers (Anywhere!) 38:36

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Have you ever dreamed of growing lemons but didn’t know where to start—or tried and failed like I have? In this episode, I’m diving into the world of Meyer lemons: the sweet, compact citrus tree that’s perfect for container gardening in Zones 8 and below. In this episode: 🍋 [00:01:30] Why Meyer lemons are the go-to citrus for home gardeners 🍋 [00:0…

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Conversations with Academy Alumni 50:52

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Thanks for joining me in The Wellbeing Garden. In this episode we begin our series of conversations with other professionals in the field of Social and Therapeutic Horticulture. The first conversations are with my friend and colleague, Rachel Marley-Tree, and she chats with Anita, Kate and Melissa about their journey into The Wellbeing Garden Acade…

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418 - What Market Farmers Know That Backyard Gardeners Don’t (Yet!) with Pam Dawling 40:06

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In this episode, we explore how backyard gardeners can apply market farming techniques to grow healthier, more productive gardens with Pam Dawling author of Sustainable Market Farming. From disease and pest control to crop rotation and weeding, our guest shares practical, sustainable strategies drawn from real-world farming experience. Topics we co…

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BLAK Gardener Talk: Moe The Beekeeper 59:42

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Send us a text In this episode of BLAK Gardener Talk, Moe the Beekeeper joins us for an enlightening conversation about bees, the flourishing community of Black beekeepers, and how bees are essential in preserving our food systems. We also explore the numerous benefits of local honey. Tune in and get inspired!…

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366. It's Alive! 5:16

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LINKS [email protected] ChangeUnderground No-Dig Gardening Course Transcript: https://worldorganicnews.com/e366/ Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences It’s alive! Scientists get closer to identifying what lives in our soil https://iowalearningfarms.wordpress.com/By Jon Moore

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417 - How Your Grandparents Knew When to Plant: Using Phenology (Like Lilacs & Oak Leaves) in Your Spring Garden 25:30

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Have you ever wondered how gardeners knew when to plant before weather apps, frost charts, or ChatGPT? Today we’re talking phenology—the art (and science) of reading nature’s cues to time your planting. 🌼 Forsythia blooms, dandelion sightings, and dogwood flowers... 🌱 Old-school wisdom meets modern science 📝 Practical examples and tips to start you…

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416 - Your last frost date has arrived! Now what? 29:55

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Today’s my average last frost date—maybe it’s yours too. So, is it time to plant everything? Not so fast. In this episode, we’re diving into what your last frost date really means and why it’s more of a guidepost than a green light. We’ll cover: 🌱 What the “average last frost date” actually means 🌱 Why warm-weather crops might still need to wait 🌱 …

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BLAK Gardener Talk: Calvin Hines, Jr. 58:37

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Send us a text Tune in to this inspiring episode of BLAK Gardener Talk as we welcome Calvin Hines, Jr.—also known as JR, the Mushroom Man! 🍄 Discover how JR is making a significant impact in the underserved communities of Southeast DC through the incredible power of mushrooms. We'll explore their health benefits, sustainability potential, and how m…

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A New Season in The Wellbeing Garden Podcast 5:12

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I’m excited to be back in The Wellbeing Garden Podcast after a very long time away. We begin the journey into a new season full of wonderful ideas, inspirations and with special friends and guests joining me in the garden. Thank you for listening, and I hope you’ll join me again soon! To stay connected, please join the Soil to Supper Club Newslette…

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415 - Your April Garden Checklist: Tasks, Planting, and Common Pitfalls 35:47

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April is here, and garden season is in full swing! But if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the tasks ahead, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking it all down so you can focus on what’s most important and skip the stress. We’ll cover: 🌱 Essential garden tasks to tackle this month 🌿 What to plant based on your last frost date 🚫 Common pitf…

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365: Weeds! 11:56

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LINKS [email protected] ChangeUnderground No-Dig Gardening Course Transcript: https://worldorganicnews.com/episode365/By Jon Moore

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BLAK Gardener Talk: Natasha Whitt 59:46

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Send us a text On this episode of BLAK Gardener Talk, we welcome the remarkable Natasha Whitt from Whitt's Farm (@whittsfarm). Natasha brings her expertise, passion for farming, and insights on food justice to an enlightening conversation that's perfect for anyone interested in gardening, sustainability, and community empowerment. Listen as Natasha…

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Growing Strawberries: From Planting to Harvesting 36:11

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In Episode 124 of the Encyclopedia Botanica Podcast, Hilary discusses how to cultivate strawberries with guest Kate Fessler, a researcher from the University of Minnesota. The podcast covers the differences between cultivated strawberries (Fria X ananassa) and woodland strawberries (Fria vesca), growing conditions, and techniques for planting and m…

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414 - Growing Blackberries: A Starter Guide with Chad Cargill 44:56

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In this episode, I sit down with Chad Cargill to dive deep into one of his favorite fruits to grow—blackberries! Whether you're a beginner or have been growing blackberries for years, this conversation is packed with insights. Chad shares his passion for blackberries, the best varieties to grow, tips for pruning and trellising, and how to get the s…