Ben Neville and Batavia have been gardening for over 25 years, and we want to share our gardening knowledge with you. The Backyard Gardens Podcast is here for everyone to have fun while learning how to grow more food and flowers in their garden. Every week, we break garden topics down like a compost pile so it is easy to understand. We want you to have the most productive and easy to maintain garden so you can spend more time enjoying your space. So let's all Learn to Grow and grow for change together. Happy Gardening
Every gardener eventually faces the same question: Should I keep this plant, or is it time to pull it out? Making the wrong decision can cost you weeks of harvests—or delay the next season of production. In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, we discuss how to recognize when a crop has reached the end of its productive life, what signs to look for before removing it, and what to plant next to keep your garden producing through late summer, fall, and even into winter. We'll share practical strategies for replacing spent crops, making the most of your garden space, and keeping fresh food coming for as long as possible. If you want a garden that produces more food over a longer season, this episode will help you make one of the most important decisions every gardener faces. #gardening #vegetablegarden #gardeningpodcast #fallgarden #wintergarden #growyourownfood #successionplanting Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Summer and fall gardening often overlap, and knowing how to manage both can make the difference between a garden that slows down and one that keeps producing for months. In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, we share practical strategies for transitioning from summer to fall without sacrificing your current harvest. We'll discuss when to remove tired crops, how to make room for new plantings, succession planting tips, and ways to keep harvesting while your fall garden gets established. If you've ever wondered how experienced gardeners keep fresh vegetables coming well into the cooler months, this episode is for you. Whether you're growing in raised beds, containers, or a traditional garden, these simple, no-nonsense tips will help you make the most of every square foot and enjoy a longer, more productive harvest season. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
A successful fall garden starts long before the weather cools down. In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, Ben and Batavia explain why July is the perfect time to start planning and planting for a productive fall harvest. Learn how to time your crops, plan around your first frost date, and set your garden up for success. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
If you're wondering what to plant in July, this episode is for you. We share the crops we're planting now to keep fresh food coming through the rest of summer and into fall. From quick-growing vegetables to reliable fall favorites, we talk about what we're sowing, why we're planting it now, and how July can be one of the most productive months in the garden. Whether you're starting a second round of crops or planning for a longer harvest season, you'll leave with practical ideas to help make the most of your garden. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
These are our favorite garden hacks that actually work and we find useful. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Does organic pest control really work? In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, Ben and Batavia discuss common organic pest control methods, their effectiveness, and the challenges gardeners face when managing pests naturally. Learn the pros, cons, and realistic expectations of organic pest control in the garden. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Think you've missed your chance to plant a productive garden? Think again. In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, Ben and Batavia share the best crops to plant in June that can still produce a harvest before fall. Learn which fast-growing vegetables thrive in summer and how to make the most of the remaining growing season. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Are gardening trends helping gardeners grow more food, or are they just social media hype? In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, Ben and Batavia discuss some of the most popular gardening trends making the rounds online. From viral garden hacks to trendy growing methods, we explore what's worth trying, what's overrated, and how to separate good gardening advice from internet fads. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Want more food from your garden this season? In this episode of the Backyard Gardens Podcast, Ben and Batavia discuss the best crops to plant in June for a productive summer and fall harvest. Many gardeners think they've missed their chance once spring planting is over, but June is one of the most important months for keeping your garden producing. Learn which vegetables thrive when planted in June, how to maximize garden space, and the strategies we use to keep fresh food coming from the garden for months. In this episode: • The best vegetables to plant in June • How to extend your harvest season • Succession planting tips for continuous production • Crops that thrive in summer heat • Ways to grow more food from the same garden space Whether you're gardening in raised beds, containers, or a traditional garden, these June planting tips can help you grow a bigger harvest and make the most of your growing season. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
In this Backyard Gardens Podcast episode, we talk about the easiest crops to preserve for year-round food and which garden vegetables give you the most long-term value. From potatoes and sweet potatoes to garlic, onions, beans, corn, and winter squash, these are the crops that can feed you for months after harvest. We also cover simple food preservation methods like curing, freezing, drying, canning, and storage so you can waste less and become more self-sufficient from your backyard garden. If you want to grow more food security at home, this episode is for you. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Most of us started trying to grow our own food to save money. Is that really the case though? If you grow it right you can save money. In this episode we talk about which crops we think are best to save money when growing you own food in your backyard garden. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Going from a spring to a summer garden can be a bit tricky. After all, the garden has totally different needs in the warm summer months. These tips will help you get your summer garden off to a great start and hopefully to amazing, bountiful harvests. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
May is a busy time in the garden and it can be easy to get lost in what to plant. In this episode we talk about what should be planted in the month of May in a southern garden and a northern garden. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Vego garden- https://glnk.io/vzw5/17z code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
There is a time and place for companion planting in your garden. Just when is the right time is the question. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Veggo garden- https://www.vegogarden.com code sbh10off Green Stalk- https://rstr.co/greenstalkgarden/betta Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Veggo garden- https://www.vegogarden.com code sbh10off Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
Some people love to succession sow thinking it is going to yield a larger harvest. Is that the truth? Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Veggo garden- https://www.vegogarden.com code sbh10off Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
After this episode you will have the tools to start growing all of your own food for the year in your garden. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Veggo garden- https://www.vegogarden.com code sbh10off Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
It's spring and the busy time in the garden has begun. Don't forget to get your garden in tip-top shape with these 11 gardening tasks. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Veggo garden- https://www.vegogarden.com code sbh10off Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
If the goal is to grow all of your own food then this is the 3rd step for you. May your garden grow and be bountiful. Learn to Grow. Grow for Change. Buy some of our seeds, tools, and honey- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop Veggo garden- https://www.vegogarden.com code sbh10off Get the planter App here https://planter.garden/get/backyard Customized seed starting schedule- https://www.backyardgardenspodcast.com/shop/p/custom-seed-starting-schedule Become a Patron to grow our community garden- https://www.patreon.com/backyardgardens Products we recommend for your garden- https://www.amazon.com/shop/thebackyardgardner Follow us at: Youtube- www.youtube.com/backyardgardens Website- www.backyardgardenspodcast.com
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Keep the useful structure, then change the audience, point of view, and voice until the idea is unmistakably yours.
