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037 GGW – Organic Labeling with OMRI CEO, Peggy Miars

by Joe Lamp'l on January 11, 2012

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Organic labeling is becoming more common on the food and products we buy these days. While “Certified Organic” has become well know when it comes to selecting chemical-free edibles, there’s another label that matters just as much when it comes to identifying the products that go into making those edibles certified. In this podcast, host Joe Lamp’l has a conversation with OMRI’s (Organic Materials Review Institute) CEO, Peggy Miars, who walks us through the role that OMRI plays when it comes to organic labeling, and why it matters to household consumers.

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036 GGW – The Weedless Garden & More; An Interview with Author, Lee Reich

November 27, 2011

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As an avid reader of gardening magazines, there’s one author I’ve been following for a number of years. And it’s hard not too since he’s in just about every magazine I read. I’m referring to author, professor, and horticulturist Lee Reich, Ph.D. He’s all about the art and science of building the garden from the ground up, with an emphasis on organic gardening, compost and healthy soil. He’s my kind of guy and I thought it was time we got together for a podcast conversation about some of those very issues, along with one that has me most intrigued. Lee wrote a book about the weedless garden, and I just had to learn more. This podcast covers that topic as we meet and learn more about the man who’s writing the articles we read so often.

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BHG026-Putting the Garden to Bed

September 19, 2011

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Proactive gardeners don’t look at fall as the end of the gardening season, but as the beginning of their spring garden. With so much that can be done now to prepare, it’s the ideal time to take care of some important business before hanging up your trowel for the winter. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l discusses some important tasks for putting your garden to bed. And the efforts you take now will be well worth it next spring.

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BHG025-Cool Season Growing Tips to Extend the Season

September 11, 2011

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Some of the best crops of the year need the cooler temperatures of fall to perform their best.If you plan on having a fall or winter garden, Joe Lamp’l offers a few tips in this podcast to keep your plants growing strong as they get established and even well into the season.

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BHG024-Your Cool-Season Veggie Garden; The Best Part of Fall

September 4, 2011

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Just because summer is over, it doesn’t mean your vegetable garden has to end too. Fall is for gardening, especially when it comes to growing edibles. Some of the best crops of the year, won’t even grow until things cool down. So keep your tools handy as Joe Lamp’l tells us what we need to know to prepare our fall garden for planting.

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BHG023-Sharing the Bounty

August 27, 2011

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If you’ve been listening to the series from the start, chances are you’ve had a productive gardening season! And that leads to the inevitable question we all find ourselves asking sooner or later; what am I going to do with all these vegetables? In this episode, Joe Lamp’l shares the best and newest ideas for easily sharing the bounty.

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BHG022-Leafy Greens; A Must for all Gardens

August 21, 2011

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Some of the most rewarding and productive crops in your garden are also some of the easiest to grow. Their growing season can span much of the year. In addition, they don’t require as much sun, they can be harvested quickly, and after harvest, they keep coming back. They’re the leafy crops like lettuce, kale, collards and spinach. From seed to harvest, they only require a few weeks. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l tells us why we should all be growing these incredible plants in our gardens.

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BHG021-Thinning Your Plants; Late Season Care for a Healthier Garden

August 14, 2011

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At some point during the growing season, many of your plants are going to become so large, they’ll overtake other plants in your garden. So congratulations on that. But you really don’t want to let your garden get to that point where they’re overcrowding others. But if they are, now’s the time to do something about it for several reasons. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l explains why, and what to do about it.

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BHG020-Why Won’t My Tomatoes Ripen?!?

August 6, 2011

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Why won’t my tomatoes ripen? They should be red by now, but they’re stuck on green. Why won’ they turn red??? Starting in mid to late summer, It’s the most common question I get. Fear not because it’s nothing you’re doing wrong. But Mother Nature is at work, and you’ll be rewarded for your patience. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l demystifies the reasons why tomatoes take their sweet time to ripen.

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BHG019-Proactive Tips for Pest Control

July 30, 2011

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Being proactive, can go a long way to having a healthy garden. In this podcast, hear what Joe Lamp’l has to say about proactively reducing the chances of keeping pests at bay in an environmentally responsible way.

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BHG018-Proactive Tips for Disease Control

July 25, 2011

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Having a healthy garden is a hands-on activity. Although starting out right results in a lot less of our time later on, it’s still important to be “proactive” by heading off problems before they get out of hand. Accordingly, you’ll have a lot less potential for disease problems. In this podcast, hear what Joe Lamp’l has to say about proactively reducing the chances of disease problems in your garden.

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BHG017-WaterWise Tips for a Healthy Garden

July 15, 2011

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We all know that water is essential to life, so it’s certainly true for the plants in our garden too. But did you know that too much a good thing can be a bad thing? More plants are killed by over watering than under watering! In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l talks about the best and most efficient ways to water for keeping your plants and garden looking great!

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BHG016-Keep Weeds at Bay

July 10, 2011

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The broadest definition of a weed is simply a plant out of place. Now that description may be over reaching, but the implication has merit. The reason being, whatever the plant, it’s depriving water, nutrients and sunlight from the plants you do want there! So even if it’s a plant that doesn’t fit in the classic weed category, if it’s in the wrong place it needs to go. Otherwise, that “weed” is going to compete with your other plants. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l provides useful strategies for keeping weeds at bay.

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BHG015-Supporting Your Plants; Why it’s Important

July 5, 2011

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Although most vining plants will produce an adequate harvest if left alone, when practical, they’d all benefit from some vertical support. Besides the added benefit of conserving space and getting more out of your garden’s footprint, by growing plants vertically, we open them up to much needed air circulation and light; two things very important for keeping plants healthy and productive. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l sheds some light and what you need to know to support your plants properly.

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BHG014-Proactive vs. Reactive Gardening; A World of Difference

June 28, 2011

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Years ago, a garden mentor friend came to visit my garden. As we strolled past all the raised beds of thriving vegetable plants, he commented on how healthy and lush everything looked. I explained all the things I did to make sure it looked that way. When I finally finished, he simply said; “that’s the difference between proactive and reactive gardening”. Proactive gardening will change your gardening life for the better. If you’re an organic or eco-friendly gardener, this podcast is for you!

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BHG013-Vacation Planning; Garden to-do’s before you go

June 20, 2011

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Summer’s arrival usually means two things; a thriving vegetable garden and vacations. But the thought of leaving your garden for a week or so, just as it seems to need you the most, can cause great angst for many of us. But fear not. With the right preparation, you can take that time away and feel confident in knowing your garden will be just fine without you. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l offers important tips on how to keep our gardens growing strong, even when we’re not there.

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BHG012-Companion Planting Basics

June 14, 2011

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Being proactive when it comes to managing pests and diseases is a must. One way to help with that organically is with companion planting. It’s a term used to describe the placement of plants in a garden that either attract, repel or confuse certain bugs and insects from finding the plants you’re trying to protect. It’s a common practice in organic agriculture and worthy for effective control in home gardens too. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l covers the basics of companion planting and what you need to know to get started at home.

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BHG011-Mulch is a Must!

June 6, 2011

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There are three things you can do to eliminate 95 percent of your gardening challenges. First, put the right plant in the right place. Second, improve the soil by adding plenty of compost and organic matter. Third, add mulch! It’s one of those win, wins in the garden. Not only does it look great, mulch does so much to help your plants thrive all through the season. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l tells you why mulch is a must, in every garden!

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BHG010-Plant it Right for a Faster Start and Better Results

May 31, 2011

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Gardeners have a lot of things in common, and one thing’s for sure, we all want our gardens to be healthy, and grow as quickly as possible, at least when it comes to harvesting! So there are a few things you can do to help ensure your gardens success. So when it comes to planting your garden, this podcast will talk about some of the most important things you need to know to plant it right and get it off to a fast start.

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BHG009-Patience is a Virtue

May 31, 2011

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About this time of the gardening season, which is still really early, our new plants are finally in the ground, the seeds have sprouted, and our mouths are already watering in anticipation of that first homegrown tomato. Unfortunately, our plants never seem to grow as fast as we would like, so allow me to offer a small dose of reality on what you can and can’t do to speed up the process. Take comfort in knowing that once our plants are in the ground, Mother Nature takes over, and it’s her timetable that dictates much of when our plants will be ready to harvest.

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BHG008-Growing Vegetables in Containers & Small Spaces

May 16, 2011

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Just because you don’t have a large yard or plot to have a garden, that shouldn’t stop you from growing your own vegetables. These days, there are great varieties that grow well in containers and small spaces. In today’s podcast, Joe Lamp’l talks about what you need to know to have a great, small space garden, and even discusses some specific varieties to try, including tomatoes!

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BHG007 – Designing Your Garden for Better Yields

May 7, 2011

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Designing your garden is more than just making it look good. In fact, in an edible garden, how you lay out your garden has a lot to do with how healthy and productive it is come harvest time. In this podcast, Joe Lamp’l covers everything you need to know to plan and plant your garden for a more bountiful harvest.

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BHG006 – Using Notes & Pictures for Gardening Success

May 2, 2011

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The best gardeners learn from their prior success and failures. It’s all a learning experience. It’s part of gardening. So with that in mind, making notes and taking pictures of your garden as it grows through the season is a key part to ensuring a bountiful and healthy garden in future seasons. But what’s important to note and where do you begin? This week, Joe Lamp’l walks you through the process he goes through, starting before the first plant goes in the ground. Keeping good records is one of the best habits you can form as a gardener and this podcasts includes lots of great ideas on what to know.

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BHG005 – Raised Beds; The Best Growing Environment for a Productive Garden

April 19, 2011

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This week, we focus on raise beds. How to make them properly and why they work so well for creating the ideal growing conditions for your plants to thrive. Given the option, I can’t imagine not gardening in raised beds. They provide the best growing environment for plant roots to thrive by creating essential elements for success below ground, namely, good soil structure and drainage.

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BHG004 – How to Make Compost

April 12, 2011

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This week, we focus on the basics of making compost and how to do it quickly! it’s my all time favorite soil amendment.

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BHG003 – Why Compost is the Best Soil Amendment for Your Garden

April 12, 2011

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This week, we focus on my all time favorite soil amendment and why I love is so much! To set the stage, one of my favorite garden quotes that I put into practice all the time is; “feed the soil and let the soil feed the plants”. It’s true. Healthy soil is the key to healthy plants. It helps add life and fertility, and improves the soil structure. Yet of all the organic matter you can add to improve you soil, compost is king! There is no store bought product better for the garden, and I believe it’s the single most important ingredient we can add to our gardens..

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BHG002 – It’s All About The Soil; A Formula For Success

March 30, 2011

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The Burpee Home Gardens Tip of the Week Podcast provides practical information from gardening expert and national television host, Joe Lamp’l on how to grow a bountiful vegetable garden. From planting to harvest, we have what you need to know, every step of the way. In this episode, we focus on what exactly makes “rich healthy soil” and how do you know when you get there.

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BHG001-The Three Most Important Things To A Bountiful & Productive Vegetable Garden

March 29, 2011

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The Burpee Home Gardens Tip of The Week Podcast provides practical information and tips from gardening expert and national television host, Joe Lamp’l on how to grow a bountiful vegetable garden.

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035 GGW – GMO’s; What You Need to Know, with Jeffrey M. Smith

February 15, 2011

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With so much talk around GMO’s (Genetically Modified Organisms) in the news these days, this podcast is a discussion with Jeffrey M. Smith, the leading consumer advocate promoting healthier non-GMO choices. He’s also the author of the world’s bestselling and #1 rated book on the health dangers of genetically modified organisms. As Washington continues to rubberstamp more genetically modified food crops, in this compelling and eye-opening conversation, Jeffrey talks with Joe about the basics of GMO’s, the health risks, and how consumers really do have the power to derail GMO products from overtaking our grocery stores.

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034 GGW – NWF’s Naturalist, David Mizejewski, Part 2 of 2

February 9, 2011

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If you love the topics surrounding this podcast series, you’ll love this conversation with National Wildlife Federation’s David Mizejewski. He’s the host and co-producer of Animal Planet’s Backyard Habitat and he is everywhere in the media. Today, he’s ours for not one but two conversations that you don’t want to miss. In this podcast, David talks about some of the true signs of global warming, the gulf oil spill and resources we can all use from the National Wildlife Federation.

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033 GGW – NWF’s Naturalist, David Mizejewski, Part 1 of 2

February 4, 2011

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032 GGW – Waterwise Gardening with Nan Sterman

January 16, 2011

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No matter where you live, water conservation is key to being a more sustainable gardener. Waterwise gardening expert, Nan Sterman and award winning author, television and radio host, shares important insights and practical tips for using this precious resouce more responsibly. Her books, The California Gardener’s Guide and Waterwise Plants for the Southwest are two of the most popular books on the subject.

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031 GGW – Dispelling Gardening Myths with Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott, Part 2 of 2

January 8, 2011

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In Part 2 of this popular discussion, horticultural myth buster, Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott presents more research-based, eye-opening insights in this fun and insightful dialogue. Drawing from her award winning book; The Informed Gardener and its sequal, The Informed Gardener Blooms Again, Dr. Chalker-Scott sheds light on some of the less than sound practices many of us have thought to be true for decades. Is adding filler to a container planting really a good idea to improve drainage? If you answered “yes”, this podcast is for you! Or, Is using fresh mulch really detrimental around plants due to nitrogen depletion? Do you really need to take time to sterilize pruning blades between cuts and if so, is bleech really the best way to do so? All this and more awaits you in this enlightening two-part podcast.

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030 GGW – Dispelling Gardening Myths with Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott, Part 1 of 2

December 30, 2010

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Horticultural myth buster, Dr. Linda Chalker-Scott presents plenty of research-based, eye-opening insights in this fun and insightful dialogue. Drawing from her award winning book; The Informed Gardener and its sequal, The Informed Gardener Blooms Again, Dr. Chalker-Scott sheds light on some of the less than sound practices many of us have thought to be true for decades. Part one of an enlightening two-part podcast.

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029 GGW – The Soil Food Web; Teaming with Microbes – An Interview with co-Author Jeff Lowenfels

December 27, 2010

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After reading Jeff Lowenfel’s book, co-authored with Wayne Lewis; Teaming with Microbes-The Organic Gardener’s Guide to the Soil Food Web, I’ve never looked at soil the same way again. What we do to it either fosters the life below the surface that sustains our plants, or destroys it. For years, I was doing the latter. Listen to the podcasts to see if you were too.

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028 GGW – What’s Wrong with my Plant; and how do I fix it? An interview with authors David Deardorff & Kathryn Wadsworth

November 24, 2010

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Finally, the book we’ve all been waiting for is here. What’s Wrong With My Plant? (And How Do I Fix It?) provides an easy system for visually diagnosing any problem, and matching it to the right cure. This podcast interview with the authors provides a delightful overview of the book, as well as valuable insights into preventing problems in the first place. Finally, we have one copy of this book to give away. Listen to the show to see how you can be eligible to win.

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