Gardening in drought? Learn how to make your own wicking beds from recycled plastic IBCs – a great way to save water and grow vegies in a hot, dry climate. Consistent moisture is the key to growing most vegies and in hot, windy weather it can be a challenge. A simple solution is to create…
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Make the Most of Compost!
Our friend Elliot thought we should do an episode about composting… so we did! Learn all about how you can turn certain types of trash into nutrient packed soil you can use in the garden! ———- Like SciShow? Want to help support us, and also get things to put on your walls, cover your torso…
MEET AIR PLANTS WHICH SURVIVE ON AIR NOT SOIL | TILLANDSIA CARE TIPS
Tillandsias or the Air plants can be grown as indoor plants. Air plants are unique plants that survive on air. In today’s episode let us discuss some really interesting facts about air plants, How to take care of air plants, Do’s and Don’ts and Propagation of Air plants. Let’s split this episode into multiple chapters.…
Elderberries
Patrick Byers will focus on production of American elderberry, a native fruit crop that offers strong possibilities for farmers and value-added processors. The discussion will include choosing a good site for elderberry production, selecting adapted elderberry cultivars, establishing and growing this interesting crop, harvest and processing, and the economic potential of American elderberry. Presented by:…
Planting Herbs in Containers for Beginners // Garden Answer
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How to make Hot Compost – Step-by-Step guide
One of the absolute best things to add to our garden beds is at your finger tips AND completely free: Hot Compost. However, without a step-by-step guide it can take months and multiple attempts to get it right. In this video, we consolidate all of our 18 months of learnings into one step-by-step guide to…
How to Fill, Fertilize, Plant, AND Mulch a Raised Bed from START to FINISH
Order Birdies Raised Beds: https://shop.epicgardening.com/ When setting up a raised bed garden, the prep is the MOST important. Remember, it’ll stay wherever you place it, and the soil you add at the beginning will determine much of how well your garden grows for seasons to come. 0:00 – Intro 0:32 – Logs 2:16 – Filler…
The Amazing Thing About Chestnut Seedlings
Let me explain why I start chestnut seedlings. I think chestnut trees are one of the most important trees that you can add to your land and I think it is a shame that the American chestnut tree was decimated in the 20th century. This video is my how to guide for starting chestnut seedlings…
How to Water Succulents | Succulent Care Tips & Tricks
Succulents and cacti are some of the most satisfying plants to grow, but they can be a little tricky when it comes to care, especially watering. Whether grown in pots or grown in-ground, I share some of my succulent watering tips and tricks to keep your plants happy, healthy and alive! Succulents are often called…
7 Cheap (Or Free) Mulch Sources and How To Use Them In Your Garden
Grab some Birdies Raised Beds: https://bit.ly/34b9cZU Mulch is a gardener’s best friend, but sometimes it’s not the friendliest on the budget. There’s really NO need to buy mulch at garden centers or nurseries if you don’t want to. With a bit of creativity, you can learn how to mulch with cheap or free sources in…