Just Grow It: The Podcast

In this episode of Just Grow It The Podcast, I discuss the essential August garden chores to keep your garden thriving. From attracting hummingbirds to revitalizing the soil, watering techniques, pest control, and preparing for the fall season, I  share valuable tips and advice to ensure a continuous and productive garden all year round. Don't miss out on this episode packed with expert gardening insights. Get outside, get your hands in the dirt, and just grow it!   LEARN MORE   *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener BEST GARDEN HOSE https://glnk.io/9wqr/bigcitygardener *BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener *Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener *Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442 *Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ *Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ *TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of fall gardening. With the summer heat still lingering, it's the perfect time to start planning and planting for a bountiful fall harvest. From artichokes to Asian greens, our options for fall crops are expanding. We discuss the various vegetables that can be directly seeded or started indoors, such as beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and more. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this is the year to try growing Asian greens and experiment with different varieties. So grab your seeds and get ready to enjoy a vibrant and delicious fall garden.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

In this episode, Big City Gardener discusses the importance of amending and fertilizing garden beds between seasons. He emphasizes the need to plan for the fall garden and remove old plants to make way for new seedlings. By leaving the roots in the soil, beneficial microorganisms are preserved, contributing to the soil's health. Amending the soil with organic matter helps restore nutrients and improve its structure. Big City Gardener recommends a combination of amendments such as vermicompost, compost, azomite, kelp meal, cotton seed meal, crab meal, and fish meal. He advises using fewer amendments or fertilizers to prevent over fertilization and burning of plants. The episode concludes with the importance of using local compost for higher quality and fresher results. Key Takeaways: Plan for the fall garden and remove old plants to make way for new seedlings. Leave the roots in the soil to preserve beneficial microorganisms and promote soil health. Amend the soil with organic matter to restore nutrients and improve structure. Use a combination of amendments such as vermicompost, compost, azamite, kelp meal, cotton seed meal, crab meal, and fish meal. Use fewer amendments or fertilizers to prevent overfertilization and burning of plants. Consider using local compost for higher quality and fresher results.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Choosing a suitable variety of tomatoes for your fall garden is critical with a limited fall growing season. Most tomatoes take 75 days from transplant to harvest. That may be too long, depending on where you live and when you can plant them. That's why it is essential to grow quick-maturing varieties of tomatoes.  Check out this episode of Just Grow It, discussing the best quick maturing varieties for a fall garden.    LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

In this episode of Just Grow it, I share five key tips to ensure a successful corn harvest. These tips include consistent watering, providing adequate sunlight, supplying sufficient nutrients, maintaining proper spacing, and aiding in pollination. By following these guidelines, you can improve the quality and quantity of your corn harvest   KEY POINTS 1. Inconsistent watering leads to struggling plants with brown tips and curled leaves. 2. Corn requires a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight to thrive. 3. Enriching the soil with organic matter and providing additional fertilizer is crucial for corn's heavy feeding. 4. Poor spacing can lead to competition for essential resources and smaller cobs. 5. Corn is wind-pollinated, and proper pollination is essential for full ear development.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

In this episode, we dive into the exciting world of fall gardening. With the summer heat lingering, it's the perfect time to start planning and planting for a bountiful fall harvest. From artichokes to Asian greens, our options for fall crops are expanding. We discuss the various vegetables that can be directly seeded or started indoors, such as beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and more. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, this is the year to try growing Asian greens and experimenting with different varieties. So grab your seeds and get ready to enjoy a vibrant and delicious fall garden.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

The main reason many backyard chicken keepers raise chickens is for the eggs.  If you just joined the chicken-keeping journey and are curious about when your chickens will begin laying, don't worry. This episode will give you some information to help you figure it out.  LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener *BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener *Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener *Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442 *Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ *Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ *TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Now that you know you want backyard chickens, here comes the most challenging question.  Which of the 500 different breeds should I add to my backyard flock? While making this decision for you is impossible, this episode discusses some things you should consider when choosing breeds for your flock.    LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

July Garden Chores In this podcast episode, I'm sharing all the gardening chores you must do in July in Zone 9 gardening in Texas. From planting to harvesting to composting, this month has a lot of tasks to take care of! Whether you're a beginner or a veteran gardener, this podcast is a great resource! In this episode, I'll discuss all the gardening tasks you must do in June in Zone 9, gardening in Texas!  LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener *BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener *Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener *Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442 *Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ *Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ *TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

The spike in egg prices and a desire for food security have led many people to want their own backyard hens. Having chickens is a lifestyle adjustment. Most people only consider the eggs they will receive, and their desire for eggs oftentimes can cause them to overlook everything that goes into backyard chickens.  Check out this episode, discussing the pros and cons of keeping backyard chickens.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Are you wondering what you can grow this month? What should I be planting in July? This episode has you covered Zone 9 is a tricky zone to garden in. Due to the forgiving climate, you can garden 12 months out of the year. But make sure you plant on time because certain crops have short planting windows. Check out the planting schedule episodes if you want to garden year-round, harvesting something fresh daily.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

June Garden Chores In this podcast episode, I'm sharing all the gardening chores you need to do in June in Zone 9 gardening in Texas. From planting to harvesting to composting, this month has a lot of tasks to take care of! Whether you're a beginner or a veteran gardener, this podcast is a great resource! In this episode, I'll discuss all about the gardening tasks you need to do in June in Zone 9 gardening in Texas!  LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener *BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener *Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener *Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442 *Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ *Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ *TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Are you wondering what you can grow this month? What should I be planting in June? This episode has you covered Zone 9 is a tricky zone to garden in. Due to the forgiving climate, you can garden 12 months out of the year. But make sure you plant on time because certain crops have short planting windows. Check out the planting schedule episodes if you want to garden year-round, harvesting something fresh daily.   LEARN MORE *Everything BCG* - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener*BEST RAISED BEDS IN THE GAME*- https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener*Blog* - www.bigcitygardener.com *Shop* - https://www.amazon.com/shop/bigcitygardener*Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/just-grow-it-the-podcast/id1549457442*Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/*Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/*TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

As it gets hotter outside, we must become more diligent with our garden tasks to keep it producing and thriving through the summer.   Don't forget to sign up for the newsletter!  Use the link below.  Start Here - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener The last raised beds you will ever buy-  https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener Urban Gardening Blog- www.bigcitygardener.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Zone 9 Planting Schedule for May    https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener

One of my favorite things to grow is cucumbers. I love their versatility in dishes and how the plant looks when loaded with cukes and flowers.  Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: The Podcast discussing everything you need to know to have your best cucumber harvest to date.    Start Here - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener The last raised beds you will ever buy-  https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener Urban Gardening Blog- www.bigcitygardener.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Have you ever seen a white residue on the leaves of your plants? There is a good chance that it could be powdery mildew.   Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: The Podcast, discussing powdery mildew. What it is, which plants it affects, and how to prevent it from appearing.    Start Here - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener The last raised beds you will ever buy-  https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener Urban Gardening Blog- www.bigcitygardener.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

Do you know what the top 3 vegetables grown in a home garden are? Im not sure, but I would bet that summer squash is on that list. It is that time of year when you can plant summer squash regardless of your region.    Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: The Podcast discussing the information you need for your best squash harvest.     Start Here - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener The last raised beds you will ever buy-  https://glnk.io/vzw5/bigcitygardener Urban Gardening Blog- www.bigcitygardener.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/bigcitygardener/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BigCityGardener/ TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@bigcitygardener?lang=en

I don't use the word hate very often, but I think it is safe to use it here.  I hate the Squash Vine Borer.  Check out this episode of JUST GROW IT: THE PODCAST and find out why.    Start here - https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener

Here is a list of things I'm doing in my spring garden this month in April.   https://linktr.ee/bigcitygardener