The Growing Space Podcast
Welcome to the Growing Space Podcast. I’m your host, Farmer Erin, Owner of The Patio Farmer, and I believe that no matter what size space you have, you can grow food at home! Tune in each week, as I share my best tips, tricks and encouragement for tending to homegrown edible plants. I’m here to support your food growing journey. You can also listen to my podcast on YouTube! Just search for The Growing Space Podcast and look for my logo!
Episodes
14 hours ago
Episode 35: Beekeeping with Queens Orders Honey
14 hours ago
14 hours ago
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Episode Description: Join me for a sit-down with my neighbor, a professional beekeeper, Justin Orders from Queens Orders Honey. We’re talking about all things honeybees, native bees, how bees work together to make honey, how worker bees are like the Mafia, and much, much more!
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Helpful Links from Today’s Show:
Queen’s Orders Honey, https://www.queensordershoney.com/
Mecklenburg County Bee School, https://www.meckbees.org/bee-school
North Carolina Beekeepers Association, https://www.ncbeekeepers.org/
Rushing Rivers Apiary in British Columbia, https://www.rushingriverapiaries.com/
Kamon Reynolds, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkoAuqRakc1TtvXxL4Kr76Q
The Beekeeper’s Bible, https://amzn.to/4dRAneP
Xerces Society, https://xerces.org/
Honeybee Democracy, https://amzn.to/4dRAneP
World Bee Day, https://www.un.org/en/observances/bee-day
No Mow May, https://beecityusa.org/no-mow-may/
Ekologicall, https://ekologicall.com/
Sustain Charlotte’s 2024 Inspiring Small Business Nominees
Purchase the Seven Super Summer Seed Sampler, and support pollinators too, HERE - https://square.link/u/amEJsso4
Other episodes of The Growing Space Podcast you may enjoy –
Episode 8: The Books on my Bookshelf, Part 2 - Bees, Birds, Homesteading, Fermenting, Canning, and MORE!
Episode 18: Meet the Plant Families - Asteraceae / Compositae
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TAKE THE MASTERCLASS – SIX S’s to SUCCESS
AND LEARN ALL ABOUT SUN, SPACE, SOIL, SEASON, SEED, & SUPERVISION
Purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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A message from the show’s sponsor –
Grow Justin’s Favorite Vegetable – ZUCCHINI – in Plant Club by The Patio Farmer this month! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Episode 34: Seven Super Summer Seeds
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: In this episode, hear about seven different crops that are great for summer sowing. I recommend keeping a packet of these different kinds of seeds available throughout the warmer months in case you have a pocket of space open and want to fill it with a warm weather lover. There are many benefits to sowing these seeds in the summer, and in this 40-minute episode, I’ll explain what they are!
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Purchase the Seven Super Summer Seed Sampler HERE - https://square.link/u/amEJsso4
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TAKE MY MASTERCLASS – SIX S’s to SUCCESS
AND LEARN ALL ABOUT SUN, SPACE, SOIL, SEASON, SEED, & SUPERVISION
Purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Find your hardiness zone – https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Check out this crazy stinkhorn mushroom blessing my growing space currently - https://www.australiangeographic.com.au/topics/science-environment/2023/02/stinkhorns-the-fungi-that-smell-like-rotting-flesh-on-purpose/
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Other episodes of The Growing Space Podcast you may enjoy –
Episode 29: Meet the Plant Families – Solanaceae
Episode 19: Meet the Plant Families – Fabaceae
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A message from the show’s sponsor –
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Episode 33: Fruit Trees 101 with NCSU Cooperative Extension
Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Join me for a conversation around growing fruit trees successfully at home with Sam Humphrey, the Horticulture Agent with Mecklenburg County Cooperative Extension. In this episode, you’ll hear tips for setting yourself up for success with home fruit production and hear more about the services and support provided by Cooperative Extension.
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Helpful Links from the Show:
Find your hardiness zone – https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Extension resources Sam mentioned –
Comprehensive Resources for Fruit Trees - https://horticulture.ces.ncsu.edu/comprehensive-resources-for-fruit-trees/
North Carolina Extension Gardener Handbook, Chapter 15, Tree Fruit & Nuts - https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/extension-gardener-handbook/15-tree-fruit-and-nuts
North Carolina Production Guide for Smaller Orchard Plantings - https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/north-carolina-production-guide-for-smaller-orchard-plantings
Training and Pruning Fruit Trees in North Carolina - https://content.ces.ncsu.edu/training-and-pruning-fruit-trees-in-north-carolina
Mecklenburg County Cooperative Extension - https://mecklenburg.ces.ncsu.edu/
Mecklenburg County Master Gardeners - https://sites.google.com/ncsu.edu/mastergardenersmecklenburg
Plant Disease & Insect Clinic - https://pdic.ces.ncsu.edu/
If you enjoyed this episode, you may also be interested in listening to episode 20 of The Growing Space Podcast titled “Meet the Plant Families – Rosaceae”
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TAKE MY MASTERCLASS – SIX S’s to SUCCESS
AND LEARN ALL ABOUT SUN, SPACE, SOIL, SEASON, SEED, & SUPERVISION
Purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Let’s grow ZUCCHINI together in May! Join Plant Club by The Patio Farmer today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Episode 32: Determinate v. Indeterminate Tomatoes
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
Tuesday Apr 30, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Have you heard these terms before when it comes to growing tomatoes? Tuck in for a full download of information discussing the difference between determinate v. indeterminate tomatoes, how they grow, how they produce fruit, how to tend to them… there’s tons of information in this episode including tips for supporting your tomatoes AND a quick introduction to pruning (one of my favorite topics and tasks of the summer season).
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Helpful Links from the Show:
SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION WITH THE PATIO FARMER: https://calendly.com/thepatiofarmer/consultation?month=2024-05&date=2024-05-01
BLOG POST: Choosing Maters & Taters: Determinate v. Indeterminate, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/post/choosing-maters-taters-determinate-v-indeterminate
EPIC GARDENING: 3 DIY Tomato Trellis Ideas, Perfect for ANY Budget, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDRzQCPWb4k
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Tomato Clips - https://amzn.to/44lccB7
Archway Trellis - https://amzn.to/3JG0Fmv
Pruners - https://amzn.to/4aTDvVN
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TAKE MY MASTERCLASS – SIX S’s to SUCCESS
AND LEARN ALL ABOUT SUN, SPACE, SOIL, SEASON, SEED, & SUPERVISION
Purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
Catch The Patio Farmer on TV talking about the Six S’s to Success - https://www.wbtv.com/2024/03/19/getting-our-garden-ready-spring-with-patio-farmer/
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Let’s grow ZUCCHINI together in May! Join Plant Club by The Patio Farmer today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Episode 31: 10 Tips for Growing Summer Veg in Containers
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Container growers, this one is for you! In this episode, I walk through ten top tips for growing summer vegetables (the ones that produce a flower and then a fruit) in pots, and small spaces at home.
TAKE MY MASTERCLASS – SIX S’s to SUCCESS
AND LEARN ALL ABOUT SUN, SPACE, SOIL, SEASON, SEED, & SUPERVISION
Purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
Catch The Patio Farmer on TV talking about the Six S’s to Success - https://www.wbtv.com/2024/03/19/getting-our-garden-ready-spring-with-patio-farmer/
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Helpful Links from the Show:
FIND YOUR HARDINESS ZONE | https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
The Patio Farmer’s Favorite ORGANIC Store-Bought Plant Foods -Compost Complete for Terrific Tomatoes: https://windcrest-farm.square.site/product/compost-complete-for-terrific-tomatoes/202?cs=true&cst=custom
Down to Earth VEGAN Plant Food: https://amzn.to/4auXYAa
Happy Frog Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food: https://amzn.to/448anYt
Jobe’s Organics Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food: https://amzn.to/43PHiR4
Espoma Organic Tomato Tone: https://amzn.to/3vV27Ox
Dr. Earth Home Grown Tomato, Vegetable & Herb Food: https://amzn.to/4asK1CL
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Other Episodes of The Growing Space Podcast You May Enjoy:
Episode 29: Meet the Plant Families – Solanaceae
Episode 28: Meet the Plant Families – Cucurbitaceae
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Let’s grow ZUCCHINI together in May! Join Plant Club by The Patio Farmer today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Episode 30: An Interview with the NC Tomato Man, Craig LeHoullier
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
Tuesday Apr 16, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Join me in a conversation with my good friend, Craig LeHoullier, the NC Tomato Man, dwarf tomato breeder, seed saver, published author, and avid home food grower (in containers too). Craig is a wealth of information, and we chat through all the amazing tomato things he has done in his 40+ years of gardening. One of my favorite things about Craig is how we share a similar vision and philosophy of all the things we can learn from our plants. Enjoy this little treat!
- NOW AVAILABLE -
The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Learn more about and purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
Catch The Patio Farmer on TV talking about the Six S’s to Success - https://www.wbtv.com/2024/03/19/getting-our-garden-ready-spring-with-patio-farmer/
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Helpful Links from the Show:
To learn more about all the tomato things Craig mentioned…Here’s the link to Craig’s website | https://www.craiglehoullier.com/
Send Craig a Tomato Question | nctomatoman@gmail.com
Craig’s Instagram | www.instagram.com/nctomatoman
Dwarf Tomato Breeding Project | https://www.dwarftomatoproject.net/
Epic Tomatoes | https://amzn.to/4cSfdgp
Growing Vegetables in Straw Bales | https://amzn.to/4cZAd4H
Growing Epic Tomatoes (with PBS’ Joe L’ampl) | https://www.pbssocal.org/shows/growing-greener-world/episodes/epic-tomatoes-with-craig-lehoullier
Seed Savers Exchange | https://seedsavers.org/
Bunny Hop Seeds | https://www.etsy.com/listing/1446450020/bunny-hop-micro-tomato-15-seeds
Veteran’s Healing Farm in Hendersonville, NC | https://www.veteranshealingfarm.org/
The Patio Farmer’s BLOG: Choosing Maters & Taters: Determinate v. Indeterminate | https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/post/choosing-maters-taters-determinate-v-indeterminate
What’s the Super Taster Test? | https://supertaster.com/
Want to grow in 5-gallon grow bags like Craig? I have some in my Online Store | https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/product-page/3-pack-of-grow-bags
Craig mentioned tomatoes and apples having the most variance in flavor profiles… if you want to learn more about apples, here’s a fun little podcast episode from one of my favorite podcasts to listen to… none other than, Ologies by Alie Ward! | https://www.alieward.com/ologies/pomology
Oh, and… here’s the honey possum… | https://www.bushheritage.org.au/species/honey-possum
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Episode 29: Meet the Plant Families - Solanaceae
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
Tuesday Apr 09, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Ground cherries, tomatillos, eggplant, tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, oh my! In this episode, we discuss members of the Solanaceae plant family aka the night shades. Everything from sunlight, to spacing, to watering, and more.
- NOW AVAILABLE -
The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Learn more about and purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
Catch The Patio Farmer on TV talking about the Six S’s to Success - https://www.wbtv.com/2024/03/19/getting-our-garden-ready-spring-with-patio-farmer/
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Helpful Links from the Show:
LEARN MORE ABOUT SOLANACEAE PLANTS | https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-plants-in-the-family-Solanaceae-2026039
WANNA GROW GROUND CHERRIES THIS YEAR? | https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/product-page/ground-cherry-aunt-molly
*ON SALE* TOMATO SEEDING GROW KIT | https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/product-page/grow-kit-starting-tomatoes-from-seed-inside
FIND YOUR HARDINESS ZONE | https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
The Patio Farmer’s Favorite ORGANIC Store-Bought Plant Foods -
Compost Complete for Terrific Tomatoes: https://windcrest-farm.square.site/product/compost-complete-for-terrific-tomatoes/202?cs=true&cst=custom
Down to Earth VEGAN Plant Food: https://amzn.to/4auXYAa
Happy Frog Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food: https://amzn.to/448anYt
Jobe’s Organics Tomato & Vegetable Plant Food: https://amzn.to/43PHiR4
Espoma Organic Tomato Tone: https://amzn.to/3vV27Ox
Dr. Earth Home Grown Tomato, Vegetable & Herb Food: https://amzn.to/4asK1CL
Meet Craig LeHoullier – the NC Tomato Man – and next week’s podcast guest | https://www.craiglehoullier.com/
MEET VERONICA AKA MY HOUSEPLANT GURU | https://www.verdetribe.com/
HOW TO CARE FOR HOUSEPLANTS | https://www.skillpop.com/classes/7507
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Other Episodes of The Growing Space Podcast You May Enjoy:
Episode 28: Meet the Plant Families – Cucurbitaceae
Episode 1: My First Podcast Episode EVER!
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Episode 28: Meet the Plant Families - Cucurbitaceae
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
Tuesday Apr 02, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: And we’re back! With a continuation of our “meet the plant families” mini-series talking all about the CUCURBITACEAE plant family in this episode. Who is in the Cucurbitaceae plant family?! Cucumber, squash (winter and summer), gourds, melon, pumpkins, and MORE!
- NOW AVAILABLE -
The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Learn more about and purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
Catch The Patio Farmer on TV talking about the Six S’s to Success - https://www.wbtv.com/2024/03/19/getting-our-garden-ready-spring-with-patio-farmer/
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Helpful Links from the Show:
SHOP FOR CUCURBITACEAE SEED WITH THE PATIO FARMER: https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/category/all-products
CUCURBITACEAE PLANT FAMILY: https://www.britannica.com/plant/Cucurbitaceae
FIND YOUR FROST DATES: https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
The Patio Farmer’s Favorite Store-Bought Composts: Earthworm Castings - https://amzn.to/3xjAAa0
Mushroom Compost - https://amzn.to/3TJ7acG
NEEM OIL CONCENTRATE - https://amzn.to/3xjpGRL
DIATOMACEOUS EARTH - https://amzn.to/4ahpQaD
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you.
All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other.
All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Episode 27: Spring Q&A + Blueberry Considerations
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: If there’s one thing you should know about me (hi, Farmer Erin here) its that I absolutely LOVE answering questions. In this episode, I’ll be answering some listener questions AND talking about growing blueberries at home.
Send The Patio Farmer your growing questions anytime via thegrowingspacepodcast@gmail.com OR send a DM to The Patio Farmer on Instagram or Facebook (www.instagram.com/thepatiofarmer or www.facebook.com/thepatiofarmer )
- NOW AVAILABLE -
The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Learn more about and purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
Catch The Patio Farmer on TV talking about the Six S’s to Success - https://www.wbtv.com/2024/03/19/getting-our-garden-ready-spring-with-patio-farmer/
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Helpful Links from the Show:
SHOP FOR BLUEBERRY PLANTS WITH THE PATIO FARMER: https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/category/all-products
ERICACEAE PLANT FAMILY: https://www.britannica.com/plant/heath-family
THE DIRTY DOZEN: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php
ORGANIC SOIL ACIDIFER: https://amzn.to/3Tw4grO
PRUNING PERENNIALS: https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/post/pruning-perennials-with-intention-intuition
JOIN PIEDMONT CULINARY GUILD’S TASTEMAKERS: https://piedmontculinaryguild.wildapricot.org/Tastemakers-Sign-Up
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Episode 26: Masterclass Sneak Peek
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Its the first day of SPRING and my MASTERCLASS is live! To celebrate, I'm sharing with you three segments from my module on SOIL in this week's episode. Be sure to use the link below to read more about my Masterclass, Six S's to Success, and sign-up for the course materials to get ready for success in the season ahead!
- NOW AVAILABLE -
The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Learn more about and purchase Six S's to Success, a Masterclass by The Patio Farmer by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Send The Patio Farmer your growing questions for a spring Q&A episode!
thegrowingspacepodcast@gmail.com
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Episode 25: Backyard Chickens with Renfrow Farm
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: I'm hosting some Charlotte-area, farm and gardening celebrities on the show. David Blackley and Pressly Williams from Renfrow Farm & Hardware in Downtown Matthews join me to gab about backyard chickens, and why they are such wonderful companions in our growing spaces.
Join the Waitlist -- The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Class goes live on the spring equinox (March 19). Joining the waitlist gets you exclusive access to a pre-launch event on Monday, 3/18.
Read more about Six S's to Success and join the waitlist by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Send The Patio Farmer your growing questions for a spring Q&A episode!
thegrowingspacepodcast@gmail.com
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
RENFROW HARDWARE: Chick Report - https://www.renfrowhardware.com/products-services/chick-report/
RENFROW HARDWARE: Advice for Raising Chickens & Other Poultry - https://www.renfrowhardware.com/resources/chickens/
RENFROW HARDWARE: Ideal Poultry Hatchery - https://www.idealpoultry.com/
THE GROWING SPACE PODCAST: Episode 8 - The Books on My Bookshelf, Part 2 (give it a listen for my recommendations on chicken books!
BOOK REC: The Suburban Chicken - https://amzn.to/3PgOTCe
BOOK REC: Chickens for the Backyard Homesteader - https://amzn.to/4cfcuNu
BOOK REC: Under the Henfluence - https://amzn.to/3TwLTnH
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Episode 24: The Garden Giants with Olga from Mushroom Mountain
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Join me in welcoming Olga Katic, Owner of Mushroom Mountain, as we discuss the magical King Stropharia mushroom (AKA the Garden Giant) and learn why these are such excellent companions in our growing spaces.
Join the Waitlist -- The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Class goes live on the spring equinox (March 19). Joining the waitlist gets you exclusive access to a pre-launch event on Monday, 3/18.
Read more about Six S's to Success and join the waitlist by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Send The Patio Farmer your growing questions for a spring Q&A episode!
thegrowingspacepodcast@gmail.com
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
MUSHROOM MOUNTAIN BLOG: King Stropharia, The Garden Giant, How to Grow the Wine Cap Mushroom - https://mushroommountain.com/king-stropharia-the-garden-giant/
MUSHROOM MOUNTAIN BLOG: Meet the Mushrooms: King Stropharia “Clemson” – (Stropharia rugoso-annulata) - https://mushroommountain.com/king-stropharia-clemson-stropharia-rugoso-annulata/
Purchase The Patio Farmer’s 2024 Planning Calendar - https://the-patio-farmer.ck.page/products/growth-52-weeks-of-intentions-reminders
BUY ARTICHOKE SEED: https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/product-page/artichoke-tavor
Learn about the Painted Lady Butterfly - https://butterfly-conservation.org/butterflies/painted-lady
Check your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 / month.
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Episode 23: Grow $1,000 Worth of Produce on Your Patio
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Today, I’m sharing with you how to grow $1,000 worth of produce on your patio in a year. I have some tips and recommendations for you for how to maximize the earning potential (if you will) of your growing space.
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Send The Patio Farmer your growing questions for a spring Q&A episode!
thegrowingspacepodcast@gmail.com
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Take the Quiz -- What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Join the Waitlist -- The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Class goes live on the spring equinox (March 19). Joining the waitlist gets you exclusive access to a pre-launch event on Monday, 3/18.
Read more about Six S's to Success and join the waitlist by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
Check your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Holler at Farmer Erin for a Spring Consultation (held in-person AND virtually) - https://calendly.com/thepatiofarmer/consultation?month=2024-03&date=2024-03-01
Listen to Episode 21 on Building Raised Beds if you’re interested.
CONTAINERS:
Elevated Cedar Raised Beds: https://amzn.to/3wx0YwE
5” Round Containers: https://amzn.to/48wRoXR
Railing Box Planters: https://amzn.to/3IhRbgF
Grow Bags: https://amzn.to/4bPUtVY
SOIL:
My local source for Happy Frog Potting Soil: https://abgardencenter.com/
Happy Frog Potting Soil: https://amzn.to/3UVrZnD
Daddy Pete’s Potting Soil (local to Charlotte / southeastern USA): https://www.daddypetes.com/wheretobuy
Soil3 (local to Charlotte / NC): https://shop.soil3.com/
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you select "Annual Subscription" at check-out! Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
psssst! When you join Plant Club in February you get The Patio Farmer's full write-up on building raised beds.
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Episode 22: Spring Planting Checklist
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
Tuesday Feb 20, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: I don't know about you all but I am elbows deep in all of my planning for the spring season ahead! In this week's episode, I'm sharing with you some top of mind things for your "spring planting checklist" before you get started growing this season.
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Take the Quiz --> What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Join the Waitlist --> The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Class goes live on the spring equinox (March 19). Joining the waitlist gets you exclusive access to a pre-launch event on Monday, 3/18. Read more about Six S's to Success and join the waitlist by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
The Patio Farmer's Spring Shop is LIVE! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/category/all-products
BLOG POST: My Favorite Seed Companies https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/post/my-favorite-seed-companies (pssst... check out episode 11 of The Growing Space Podcast too!)
BLOG POST: My Favorite Retailers https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/post/my-favorite-retailers (pssst... check out episode 12 of The Growing Space Podcast too!)
The Patio Farmer's Favorite Plant-Based Plant Foods:
Compost Complete Garden Blend from Windcrest Farm, https://windcrest-farm.square.site/product/compost-complete-garden-blend/216?cs=true&cst=custom
Down to Earth Vegan Mix (3-2-2), https://amzn.to/3wptHUd (I earn a little commission when you use this link to buy!)
The Patio Farmer's Store-Bought Compost Recommendations:
Wiggle Worm Soil Builder (earthworm castings), https://amzn.to/3I4Mbvx (I earn a little commission when you use this link to buy!)
Espoma Mushroom Compost, https://amzn.to/3UN3d9o (I earn a little commission when you use this link to buy!)
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
psssst! When you join Plant Club in February you get The Patio Farmer's full write-up on building raised beds.
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Episode 21: 10 Tips for Building Raised Beds
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Spring is right around the corner and as I've been having lots of Consultations with clients this month building raised beds has been top of mind. So, I decided this week I would share with you my 10 tips for building raised beds this spring.
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Take the Quiz --> What Food Should YOU Grow at Home?
https://www.opinionstage.com/page/e38b13e3-3193-47a8-beb2-037b602054d0
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Want to schedule a Consultation with Farmer Erin? Use the link below to find time for an in-person Consultation (if you live in the greater Charlotte, NC area) or for a Consultation via Zoom!
https://calendly.com/thepatiofarmer/consultation?month=2024-02&date=2024-02-14
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Visit The Patio Farmer's Online Store to shop for seeds, and more!
https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/category/all-products
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Join the Waitlist --> The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Class goes live on the spring equinox (March 19). Joining the waitlist gets you exclusive access to a pre-launch event on Monday, 3/18. Read more about Six S's to Success and join the waitlist by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
psssst! When you join Plant Club in February you get The Patio Farmer's full write-up on building raised beds.
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Errr... rare double brood cicada event for 2024? First time in over 200 years? Billions of cicadas on the loose? Read more here - https://www.nbcnews.com/science/science-news/cicadas-2024-emergence-periodical-brood-2024-map-cicada-rcna134152
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Episode 20: Meet the Plant Families - Rosaceae
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: Let's learn about the rosy, perennial fruits of the Rosaceae plant family! Members of the "rose" plant family make excellent additions to any size growing space you have, and are perfect to plant in spring. We'll learn about the drupes, the pommes, and the "drupelets" in this week's episode, as well as specific information to know BEFORE you add them to your growing space.
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Join the Waitlist --> The Patio Farmer's Masterclass, Six S's to Success!
Class goes live on the spring equinox (March 19). Joining the waitlist gets you exclusive access to a pre-launch event on Monday, 3/18. Read more about Six S's to Success and join the waitlist by visiting The Patio Farmer's website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/masterclass
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called Circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Errrr... maybe you just want your own copy of my 2024 Planning Calendar without Plant Club membership. If that's you, you can purchase the 2024 Planning Calendar here - https://the-patio-farmer.ck.page/products/growth-52-weeks-of-intentions-reminders
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
From The Patio Farmer's Blog... "Pruning Perennials with Intention & Intuition" - https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/post/pruning-perennials-with-intention-intuition
Here's a full list of Rosaceae plants, with descriptions, pictures, and more! - https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-plants-in-the-family-Rosaceae-2001612
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Check your "hardiness zone" here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Check your frost dates here - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
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Oh, and if you don't get The Patio Farmer's weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Episode 19: Meet the Plant Families - Fabaceae
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: In today's episode, we are going to learn all about the Fabaceae plant family or the bean family. This is episode four out of five of the Meet the Plant Families mini series. We're going to focus on one main member of this plant family in today's episode AND we're also going to talk about vertical space -- a great practice for maximizing your space, especially if you have a small space to be growing food. Let's talk about peas!
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Errrr... maybe you just want your own copy of my 2024 Planning Calendar without Plant Club membership. If that's you, you can purchase the 2024 Planning Calendar here - https://the-patio-farmer.ck.page/products/growth-52-weeks-of-intentions-reminders
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
Here's a full list of Fabaceae plants, with descriptions, pictures, and more! - https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-plants-in-the-family-Fabaceae-2021803
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Check your "hardiness zone" here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Check your frost dates here - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
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Oh, and if you don't get my weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Episode 18: Meet the Plant Families - Asteraceae / Compositae
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: We are continuing with our mini series all about the different plant families getting ready for the spring growing season. And this week we are going to talk all about the Asteraceae family. Also known as the composites or just simply the daisy family. Today's episode will focus on FOUR edible members of this plant family - artichoke, cardoon, lettuce, and marigolds. Plus, we're going to talk about edible landscaping, companion planting and seed saving!
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Errrr... maybe you just want your own copy of my 2024 Planning Calendar without Plant Club membership. If that's you, you can purchase the 2024 Planning Calendar here - https://the-patio-farmer.ck.page/products/growth-52-weeks-of-intentions-reminders
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
Here's a full list of Asteraceae plants, with descriptions, pictures, and more! - https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-plants-in-the-family-Asteraceae-2040400
And, just in case you want more information about angiosperms... here's a link - https://www.britannica.com/plant/angiosperm
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Check your "hardiness zone" here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Check your frost dates here - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
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Oh, and if you don't get my weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Episode 17: Meet the Plant Families - Apiaceae
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: This is the second episode of this mini series on the different plant families - and specifically plant families that can be grown in the SPRING. The apiaceae plant family consists of flowering plants. Very aromatic plants. They usually have hollow stems. And deep taproots, which you know, is not terribly surprising. If you think of like a parsnip and a carrot belonging to this family.
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join Plant Club by The Patio Farmer at the KNOW, GROW, or WOW level to be among the first to receive my 2024 Planning Calendar called GROWTH: 52 weeks of intentions, reminders, and advice for growing food at home in 2024.
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Errrr... maybe you just want your own copy of my 2024 Planning Calendar without Plant Club membership. If that's you, you can purchase the 2024 Planning Calendar here - https://the-patio-farmer.ck.page/products/growth-52-weeks-of-intentions-reminders
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
Here's a full list of edible apiaceae plants, with descriptions, pictures, and more! - https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-plants-in-the-family-Apiaceae-2038061
Phosphorus is super important to add to your soil before planting most root vegetables. Here are links to two of my favorite products (pssst... when you use the links below to purchase, I receive a 10% commission):
Bone Meal, https://amzn.to/48K2zx1
Rock Phosphate, https://amzn.to/48rC13S
Check your "hardiness zone" here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Check your frost dates here - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
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Oh, and if you don't get my weekly newsletter, The Queen City Almanac, you can subscribe here, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/newsletter
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Episode 16: Meet the Plant Families - Brassicaceae
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
Tuesday Jan 09, 2024
SHOW NOTES:
Episode Description: This is the first episode of this new little mini series on the different plant families. We are starting the series with one of my favorites. Okay. Like you can't tell the plants that I have a favorite. But one of my favorites, if not my most favorite plant family is. The brassicas. We're going to talk about the term cruciferous, we're going to talk about how these little plants like to grow. When they like to grow how you can identify a brassica plant, and so much more, to get you ready for spring because spoiler - most brassicas grow best in the spring and fall.
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Podcast Sponsor: Plant Club by The Patio Farmer
Plant Club by The Patio Farmer is a membership-based opportunity to take your growing journey to the next level, with four different membership options, you get to decide the amount and kind of support that's right for you. All Plant Club members receive access to my online community through a platform called circle. Having access to this platform allows members to share pictures, ask questions, celebrate harvest. And get to know each other. All Plant Club members also have access to free seeds each month. Along with information on how to plant and tend to their crops with seeding instructions, and downloadable resources from The Patio Farmer's resource library. Membership starts at just $14 a month.
Check out the 2024 Plant Club lineup on my website, https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
Save at least 10% on your Plant Club membership when you selected "Annual Subscription" at check-out!
Join Plant Club by The Patio Farmer at the KNOW, GROW, or WOW level to be among the first to receive my 2024 Planning Calendar called GROWTH: 52 weeks of intentions, reminders, and advice for growing food at home in 2024.
Join today! https://www.thepatiofarmer.com/membership
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Errrr... maybe you just want your own copy of my 2024 Planning Calendar without Plant Club membership. If that's you, you can purchase the 2024 Planning Calendar here - https://the-patio-farmer.ck.page/products/growth-52-weeks-of-intentions-reminders
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Helpful Links from Today's Show:
Here's a full list of edible brassicaceae plants, with descriptions, pictures, and more! - https://www.britannica.com/topic/list-of-plants-in-the-family-Brassicaceae-2004620
Looking for compost to re-up your existing soil's nitrogen before spring? Here are two of my favorite, store-bought options. (pssst... when you use the links below to purchase, I receive a 10% commission)
Mushroom Compost, https://amzn.to/47seONM
Earthworm Castings, https://amzn.to/3RV9Y5R
Check your "hardiness zone" here - https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/
Check your frost dates here - https://www.almanac.com/gardening/frostdates
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