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Growing GardenersEp 89 | Can You Garden In The Summer?
Feeling discouraged with your spring garden? Had enough of the heat already? This episode of Growing Gardeners is your summer survival guide for the garden! Kellye shares three practical ways to keep growing—even in the dog days of summer. Whether you're giving tomatoes a second shot, dreaming of a garden that can handle the heat, or maybe you want to create a shade-loving container setup for the porch, there’s still plenty of time to grow something beautiful.
Plus, she shares a special invitation to her brand new Hands-Off Summer Gardening Masterclass and answ...2025-05-2431 min
Growing GardenersEp 88 | The Must Grow Plant You Never Knew You NeededIn this episode, we’re talking about the one plant you didn’t know your garden was missing: roselle hibiscus. This bold, beautiful, and wildly useful plant is a game-changer for busy women who want to grow something simple, stunning, and seriously satisfying. From homemade herbal teas and spiced syrups to kid-friendly harvests and pollinator beauty, roselle hibiscus is the must-grow gem of the season. Whether you’re just getting started with gardening or you’re looking for something new and exciting to grow, roselle may become your new favorite plant.
What You’ll Learn:
• Wha...2025-05-1626 min
Growing GardenersEp 87 | What To Plant (And Not Plant) In MayMay is the "make or break" month in the zone 9 garden. What you plant or don't plant this month is setting the stage for your summer success. In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly what I'm doing in my garden, and a decision that might surprise you.
What You’ll Learn:
What I'm planting this month and why
Why melons are my top priority for summer gardening
The honest reason I am not planting more tomatoes this month
How to set your garden up for long term success this month
Reso...2025-05-0931 min
Growing GardenersEp 86| The Truth About Tomato SuckersTomato suckers—should you pinch them, leave them, or root them? In this episode, we dive into the truth about these controversial little shoots and how to decide what’s best for your garden. You’ll learn when to prune, when to never prune, and how to multiply your tomato plants for free. Plus, we answer a great listener question about over-pruning!
What You’ll Learn:
What a tomato sucker actually is
Why some gardeners pinch and others don’t
When you should never remove a sucker
How to root suckers...2025-04-2529 min
Growing GardenersEp 85 | Growth Takes Time: Why Gardens and Gardeners Can't Be RushedIn this episode of Growing Gardeners, we’re digging into the quiet, powerful truth that growth—real growth—takes time. In the garden and in the gardener.
I’ll share why quick-fix gardening hacks aren’t enough, why legacy matters more than trends, and how finding a mentor (instead of just consuming content) can transform the way you learn to grow. This is your invitation to slow down, dig deep, and honor the process. Because gardening isn’t just something you do—it’s something you become.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔ ...2025-04-1824 min
Growing GardenersEp 84 | Breaking Down CompostWhen the weather warms, garden planting gets more and more of a priority. And no garden should be planted without a fresh layer of compost. In this episode, we are breaking down compost— why it's considered garden gold, the options when buying compost, and how to make your own. Whether you are working with a big backyard or a small patio, this episode is packed with the info you need to get started composting this season.
And if you are ready to grow a garden this season, don't forget to check out the Kitchen Garden Academy...2025-03-2829 min
Growing GardenersEp. 83 | How To Choose The Right Raised BedThinking about starting a raised bed garden but not sure which type of bed to choose? In this episode, we are breaking down everything you need to know about selecting the right raised bed— from material to sizing, we are going to talk about it all. Whether you are working with a big backyard or a small patio, I will help you find the perfect raised bed setup for your space. PLUS, I'm answering some of your questions about soil, lining your beds, and so much more!
And if you are ready to grow a garde...2025-03-2132 min
Growing GardenersEp. 82 | If I Could Only Grow One Thing
If you’re short on time, space, or confidence in your gardening skills, this episode is for you! Today, we’re talking about the one thing I’d grow this spring if I could only choose one—bush snap beans! These easy, fast-growing, and low-maintenance plants are perfect for busy women who want fresh, homegrown food and want an easy way to start!
In this episode, you’ll learn:
✔ Why bush snap beans are the perfect beginner-friendly crop
✔ How to plant and care for them (even in containers!)
✔ The best co...2025-03-1423 min
Growing GardenersEp 81 | How Do You Become A Gardener?Do you ever feel like something in your garden is just missing? Yes you grow a garden, but you really don't feel much like a gardener? This week I am sharing the audio from the second half of a 2 day live event I just wrapped up called "The Busy Woman's Guide To Gardening." In this workshop I share how busy women, just like you, and growing overproducing gardens in the space they have with the time they've got. And they are loving it!! You can do it too!
This workshop was so inspiring, I just had to s...2025-02-221h 12
Growing GardenersEp 80 | How To Decide What You Are Going To Plant This Season
If you are ready to grow a garden that you love, this episode is for you!! We are talking about how we decide what we are going to plant. And, as you have probably already guessed, it is not at all how you think.
Here's What We Are Talking About Today:
✨ A quick, and very powerful, exercise you can do right now, wherever you are, that will help you start your season the right way.
✨ The step by step method we use inside of the Wild Child gardening method that helps y...2025-02-1426 min
Growing GardenersEp 79 | How Busy Women Grow GardensEver feel like life is too busy for a garden? Believe me, I get it. This week I am sharing the audio from a 2 day live event I just wrapped up called "The Busy Woman's Guide To Gardening." In this workshop I share how busy women, just like you, and growing overproducing gardens in the space they have with the time they've got. And they are loving it!! You can do it too!
This workshop was so inspiring, I just had to share it with you!! Here is what we chat about:
✨ How...2025-02-011h 04
Growing GardenersEp 78 | My 2025 Garden GoalsEver feel like life is too busy for a garden? Believe me, I get it. But here’s the thing: gardening doesn’t have to feel like one more thing on your to-do list. This year, I’m making space for things that truly bring me joy—starting with my garden.
In this week’s episode of Growing Gardeners, I’m sharing my personal garden goals for the year:
✨ Planting nostalgic fruit trees that remind me of childhood (and will hopefully remind my kids of theirs)
✨ Growing what my family actually eats
✨ Keep...2025-01-2429 min
Growing GardenersEp 77 | What My Garden Taught Me in 2024As we dive into a new year of gardening, I’ve been reflecting on everything my garden taught me in 2024—and let me tell you, the lessons were as abundant as the cucumbers!
In the latest episode of Growing Gardeners, I’m sharing five powerful takeaways from last year’s garden:
✨ The art of quitting while you’re ahead
✨ Why you should grow something that scares you
✨ How focusing on the growing over the harvest changes everything
✨ The beauty of celebrating every single harvest
✨ Why growing in community makes gard...2025-01-1732 min
Growing GardenersEp 76 | Top 5 Seed Starting MistakesIf you’re excited to start seeds indoors this year but worried about making rookie mistakes, you’re not alone. In this week’s episode of Growing Gardeners, we’re diving into the Top 5 Mistakes New Gardeners Make with Seed Starting—and, more importantly, how to avoid them!
You’ll learn:
🌟 The biggest mistakes I see gardeners make (and made myself) and how to fix them
🌱 Why timing, light, and the right soil matter more than you think
💡 Simple tips to set your seedlings up for success
And as always if...2025-01-1016 min
Growing GardenersEp 75 | Growing With An Abundance MindsetAre you dreaming of a garden filled with abundance, beauty, and purpose this year? It all starts with one small step: a seed-starting mindset.
In this week’s episode of the Growing Gardeners podcast, we’re diving into:
🌟 How to plan your dream garden with intention
🌱 Why seed starting is the foundation of abundance
📅 Simple tips to map out your garden year—starting now
Whether you’re new to gardening or ready to take it to the next level, this episode will inspire you to dream big and grow...2025-01-0223 min
Growing GardenersEp. 74 | My Favorite Week of the YearThe last few days of the year are here, and I have to say—they are my favorite.
This is the time when I get to dream of spring, plan my garden, and set my intentions for the new year. I pour over seed catalogs, sketch out my garden beds, and get everything ready for seed starting.
And it’s not just about gardening. I savor my Christmas gifts, simmer a pot of vegetable soup on the stove, and take time to reflect on the year behind me and the one ahead.
In this...2024-12-2720 min
Growing GardenersEp. 73 | A Wild Child HolidayHave you ever wondered what a wild child holiday looks like? In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing all the ways we bring joy, creativity, and a little gardening magic into the season.
From outdoor traditions to my signature “fresh, fake, and fun” table-decorating strategy, this episode is packed with ideas to make your holidays extra special.
Here’s what we'll talk about:
Outdoor traditions that bring the whole family together.
How to set a beautiful table using a mix of real greenery and playful touches.
Creative gift ideas, including my favorite pic...2024-12-2023 min
Growing GardenersEp. 72 | Winter Gardening Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them)Winter gardening in the south is such a gift—we can grow so much while gardens in other areas of the country are hibernating. But even experienced gardeners (myself included!) can make a few mistakes that hold our winter gardens back from thriving.
In this week’s podcast episode, “Mistakes You’re Making in Your Winter Garden,” I’m sharing the most common mistakes we all make during the cooler months—and how to avoid them.
Here’s a sneak peek of what's in this episode:
The biggest mistake gardeners make in winter (and how to f...2024-12-1320 min
Growing GardenersEp 71 | Maximizing Your Garden's PotentialIn this week’s podcast episode, “Maximize Your Garden’s Potential,” we’re diving into the secrets that will help you grow a healthier, more productive vegetable garden. Whether you’re just starting out or have been gardening for years, these tips will help you grow more food, waste less space, and enjoy your garden even more.
In this episode you will learn:
How raised beds can help you grow more, even in small spaces.
The game-changing benefits of starting your own seeds (it’s easier than you think!).
Why understanding your garden’s microclimate is the key to succes...2024-12-0632 min
Growing GardenersEp 70 | Making Room For Fruit
In this episode of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardens podcast, we are making room for fruit. Most fruit is planted in fall, so let's make room for fruit in our backyards. In this episode, we will dig into planting fruits in pots, taking advantage of unsuspecting places of our yards, and choosing the right varieties for whatever fruits we want to grow! This episode is jam packed!
And as always if this episode was helpful to you, please consider leaving a review! :) It helps us to share the garden goodn...2024-11-2235 min
Growing GardenersEp 69 | Cold Hardy AnnualsIn this episode of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardens podcast, we are digging into the stars of the cool season show….the cold hardy annuals. These are must plants, and today we will walk through what a cold hardy actually is, when we should plant them, why we should plant them, and my favorites to grow!!
And as always if this episode was helpful to you, please consider leaving a review! :) It helps us to share the garden goodness with more wild child gardeners.
Links Mentioned In This Episode
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Growing GardenersEp 68 | Decorate The Garden
Welcome back! In this episode we are talking about something I am completely obsessed with!! Decorating the garden. I am always on the hunt for ways to make my garden more inviting, more exciting, and more beautiful. Turns out it is easier than you think! I am going to walk with you through the steps of a garden makeover, and I hope you are just as excited as I am about dressing this little lady up for the season.
And as always if this episode was helpful to you, please consider leaving a review...2024-11-0126 min
Growing GardenersEp 67 | What Makes A Wild Child Garden Different?In this episode we are chatting about why you can spot a wild child garden a mile away. Let's talk about what makes a wild child garden different because there is certainly something special about growing one. When I first started gardening I didn't know this, and I overworked and over fed and over sprayed my garden. And the more I did that, the more I had to do it. And surprisingly, the less I harvested. Now, I see the garden as a symphony. And I show busy women how to see their gardens as a symphony too. You want to...2024-10-2323 min
Growing GardenersEp. 66 | Elevate Your GardenHave you ever wondered how some gardens just seem to have the special sauce? They make you feel all kinds of ways and give you all the cozies! How do gardeners do that? It has been said that you can spot a wild child garden a mile away, and in this episode I asked a few of the wild child "heirlooms" to join me to share all their secrets. Turns out it isn't as hard as you would think to elevate your garden. And it can be a whole lot of fun!! I think you will love this episode! It i...2024-10-1737 min
Growing GardenersEp. 65 | Digging Into Root VegetablesIn this episode we are learning how to grow root vegetables. This instruction may not be what you are expecting though. Think less of step by step directions and more about a few simple principles that you need to remember to get the most out of your season. Root vegetables are so fun when you know how to grow them. Don't miss out on them this season.
As always if this episode was helpful to you, please consider leaving a review! :) It helps us to share the garden goodness with more wild child gardeners.
Link...2024-10-0923 min
Growing GardenersEp. 64 | Break Out Of Your Garden Comfort ZoneIn this episode I hope to give you the confidence to break out of your garden comfort zone and get out of the same ole same ole so that you can step into a new season with excitement. Whether you just try something new, put away the tiller, or implement more organic gardening practices, I promise you that if you just try some new things you may just have your best garden ever!!
As always if this episode was helpful to you, please consider leaving a review! :) It helps us to share the garden goodness wi...2024-10-0326 min
Growing GardenersEp. 63 | My Biggest Gardening RegretsIn this episode we are taking a stroll down memory lane. I am sharing my biggest garden regrets with you. There are so many, but they all fall under these three categories, so today, we are digging in. I hope that this episode helps keep you from making the same ones I have made, and I hope it inspires you to grow a garden you love.
Remember to leave a review if you have enjoyed this podcast! I appreciate it so much! It helps us share the garden goodness! :)
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Growing GardenersEp. 62 | Master Seed Sowing By Following The MoonIn this episode we are digging into seed sowing with the moon!! This is a must listen!! Even if you have been sowing seeds directly into your garden for years, this episode may just teach you a thing or two. Learning how to plan your seed sowing around the moon phases to get better germination rates, bigger veggies, and better harvests is what this episode is all about!! But we don't stop there! I have tips and tricks for you when direct sowing veggies, and we will dig in to the mistakes we make that keep us from getting the...2024-09-1831 min
Growing Gardeners#61 Storm Prepping Like A Wild ChildOn this episode, we are storm prepping for Hurricane Francine!! I hope you are encouraged from this episode and are inspired to get the garden squared away and then to just hunker down with your family and cook a good pot of gumbo. We want to be prepared for whatever may come, but we want to also remember the bigger picture here. I hope this episode shifts your perspective on that a bit!!
Remember to leave a review if you have enjoyed this podcast! :)
Links Mentioned In This Episode:
Grab my Wild...2024-09-1018 min
Growing Gardeners#60 The Cool Season Garden Is DifferentOn this episode, we are looking at how a cool season garden is different from the typical warm season gardens we are all accustomed to growing. We plant it differently, we grow it differently, and while the cool season garden is my very favorite for so many reasons, the number one has to be that it grows itself. This is by far, hands down, the best garden to grow when you are unsteady, don't trust your green thumb, and haven't gained confidence in your gardening abilities yet. The cool season garden will lead the way, and you will love ev...2024-09-0422 min
Growing Gardeners#59 When You Just Aren't Feeling The GardenThis is a good one!! On this episode, I want you to give yourself some grace and be ok with the normal feeling of being so over your summer garden. This is NORMAL. It is hot, and we are just over the tomatoes. But there is so much more to grow!! In zone 9, we will grow year round and our gardens just need a little bit from us to get back going again. In this episode I am hoping to kick off the fall inspo for you!! Cue the fall vibes. We need them!!
Remember to leav...2024-08-2124 min
Growing Gardeners#58 3 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Your GardenHey friend! On this episode, we are digging into three ways to get the most out of your garden this season. Now I know what you’re thinking, it’s 100° outside, it hasn’t rained in weeks, and everything is dying. I get it...same here! But that doesn’t mean that we should just throw in the towel for the year. There is so much left to grow, and in this episode, I’m gonna show you three ways to make this season your best ever!
Remember to leave a review if you have enjoyed this...2024-08-1521 min
Growing Gardeners#57 How To Beat The Heat In Your Garden This SummerIn this episode of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast I am inviting you to join me for a chat I did on Facebook where I shared five ways to beat the heat this summer in our gardens. If you are tired of sweating, tired of fighting the bugs, tired of watering, you may need to make some adjustments. That doesn't sound like much fun at all!! I have some ideas of ways of beating the heat that I think you will love!! Let's dig in!
Don't forget to leave a review here on the podcast...2024-07-1738 min
Growing Gardeners#56 The Case For Skipping Fall TomatoesIn this episode of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast I am sharing my decision to skip out on fall tomatoes, and why! Fall tomatoes are not part of my garden goals for fall, and here in July, my mind has already moved on from tomatoes. While fall tomatoes have a place in some fall gardens, there is only one tomato that has a place in mine!! All of my other tomatoes are gone and my okra is in. In this episode I am going to tell you which one is still here and why the others are not!! I hope...2024-07-0320 min
Growing Gardeners#55 Know Your Garden WhyIn this episode of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast we are digging in to your garden why. Whether you have been gardening 50 years or 15 minutes, a garden why is so important, and so overlooked. We don't talk about this, but without a "garden why" you are just going to do what everyone else is doing, and that will satisfy you. So determine your garden why with me today, so that you can have your garden why for summer. Your fall garden's success is dependent on this question!! Ask it!! You will be amazed at what you discover!
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Growing Gardeners#54 In The Garden With Kathleen PourciauIn this episode I am joined by Kathleen Pourciau of This Thyme Gardens, a local garden design and installation company here in Baton Rouge. Kathleen is a Wild Child Garden Club member and a dear friend, and she is known for her garden gatherings.
Whether she is hosting a meal at her roadside find garden table (complete with a tree growing through it) or enjoying time on an old quilt with baby, Kathleen knows how magical....and simple....a garden gathering can be!! In this episode we hope to inspire you to invite someone over a...2024-05-0837 min
Growing Gardeners#53 Talking TomatoesIn this episode, we are talking tomatoes! have alot to say about tomatoes, as you can imagine. And today, we are getting right to it!! My favorite varieties, how I like to grow them, and some tricks I have learned along the way, it is all here!
Links Mentioned In This Episode:
Grow tomatoes like you have never imagined with my class The Tomato Grower's Playbook. This class will take you through every piece and part of growing tomatoes. If you are a tomato grower, you need this playbook.
If you wa...2024-03-1334 min
Growing Gardeners#52 The Tricks Of Growing Corn In A Raised BedIn this episode, we are digging in to growing corn. Yes, you can grow corn in raised beds. Yes, you can grow corn in zone 9. Yes, you can grow corn right now. And not only can you grow it. In this episode I am going to tell you why you should.
Corn is magical, it is so easy to grow, and it can be grown in raised beds or containers!! YES!!
In this episode I am going to share the tricks of growing corn so that you can grow corn this sea...2024-03-0630 min
Growing Gardeners#51 The Challenges Of A Zone 9 GardenOn this episode we are digging in to some of the challenges of growing in our zone 9 climate. I get it, there are definitely challenges, but they should not keep us from growing. In fact. If you have a solution to the challenge, it isn't really even a challenge anymore.
That is what we are going to do today! Let's get some solutions to these challenges, and get growing!! We are digging in to the challenges of temperature, pests, and unpredictable weather. The solutions I am going to give you will take all of the overwhel...2024-02-2830 min
Growing Gardeners#50 Top 3 Mistakes Gardeners Make Before PlantingIn this episode we are going to ruffle some feathers. Heed the warning. I have made these mistakes myself, and I want to keep you from making them too! DON'T PLANT BEFORE YOU LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE!!!
Sometimes we don't know what we don't know. This is the case with these mistakes. Most of us are making them unknowingly. Today I am sharing some simple ways to grow a better garden, but we have to break the habit!! I am here to help you!!
You might be making these mistakes, but good news...2024-02-2131 min
Growing Gardeners#49 Wild Child Companion PlantingWhen you rush to the nursery at first sign of tomatoes on the tables, you are setting yourself up for a season of disappointment. I know this because this is exactly what I did for years, and what most gardeners do too, which is why most gardeners are frustrated at the end of every season.
Learn the wild child companion planting method and transform your garden. Is this episode I will share the three steps to a plan that keeps your garden thriving all season, and download THIS freebie to learn my favorite companions to a...2024-02-1524 min
Growing Gardeners#48 Is Growing Potatoes Worth It?Think potatoes are a veggie you can skip growing this season? Think again! You will be missing such a rewarding growing experience, and I don't want that to happen! Today, I will give you a couple of reasons why I think that growing potatoes is definitely worth it. I think you will agree!
In this episode, we are talking through some of the biggest questions about growing potatoes, how we grow them in the wild child garden, and why I think it is the best way to grow them, hands down. Plus we talk a little...2024-02-0820 min
Growing Gardeners#47 Spring DreamingIt is time to dream of spring, and if you don't know what that means, don't worry, I will tell you all the details inside this episode. When we dream of spring, we take the time to ask ourselves what did we love about our gardens last year, what did we learn from our gardens last year, and what are we looking forward to this year. There is so much to get excited about. You don't want to skip this step!! It is where the magic of the wild child garden begins. And, I have a free download for...2024-01-3121 min
Growing Gardeners#46 3 Things To Do In Your Garden Before SpringIn this episode we are talking about spring. Yes, I know we are dealing with some really wintry weather right now, yes I know you still have cabbage you are trying to get to the table, and yes, I know you have not even given one though to a spring garden. I get it. But I want you to change the way you view your garden. And, I want to change the way you see yourself as a gardener. Your spring garden begins right now!
Let's dig in and get busy looking forward to spring!!
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Growing Gardeners#45 Why I LOVE Starting SeedsIn this episode of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast, I am sharing my own personal reasons for starting seeds, and they may not be what you think. This isn't your grandma's garden after all, so in the wild child garden we like to break the rules and buck the system, and there is no place better to do that than in seed starting!
Join me in my FREE Facebook group course, Success With Seeds, where I will walk you step by step through the entire seed starting process over the course of 8 weeks. This c...2024-01-0427 min
Growing Gardeners#44 The Rules of Seed ShoppingWelcome to Season 4 of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast!! I can't wait to dig in to more garden goodness this season! Today we are a few days away from a new year, but in the garden, the new year starts NOW!! If you are anything like me, you have a nice stack of seed catalogs and plenty of packets in your cart. Before you click "buy now" let me walk you through my rules of seed shopping.
In this episode I am sharing my best advice for buying seeds that will actually grow for y...2023-12-2822 min
Growing Gardeners#43 Creating Space for Fruit in Your GardenHave you heard of the Dirty Dozen List? It's one of the biggest reasons I recommend growing fruit in your own backyard! Learn more about making space in your backyard garden for fruit so you and your family can live life in season. You'll learn more about fruit in this episode than you ever thought you would!
Don't forget your FREEBIE 5 Favorite Ways To use Satsumas
Get your Fruit Growing Essentials for the Backyard Wild Child e-book complete with a Q&A section to get all of your questions answered! As a bonus, you will also...2023-11-2937 min
Growing Gardeners#42 Gifts for the Gardeners on Your ListWhether the gardener on your list is just starting out or well-seasoned, I've got the perfect gift recommendations! Looking for creative ways to use your garden's harvest this holiday season? I've got gift ideas that will make your neighbors, friends and family feel warm and bright. After all, what's more thoughtful than a homegrown, handpicked gift?
Last, but certainly not least, give the gift of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening Class at our special Green Friday pricing by visiting www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com and use code GREEN.
Check out the Satsuma Pie recipe from my parents lov...2023-11-2219 min
Growing Gardeners#41 Growing Strawberries in Your BackyardThere's just something about plucking ripe, red strawberries from your own garden that warms your heart and tickles your taste buds! Strawberries aren't just a fruit, they're the perfect opportunity to make unforgettable memories with your little ones, or anyone who's a kid at heart!
Join me as I share my tried-and-true tips for growing delicious strawberries right in your backyard. From selecting the right varieties for our Zone 9 climate to soil preparation and pest control, I've got you covered. And don't you worry, we'll talk about all the sweetest Southern secrets to ensure those berries flavorful and k...2023-11-1520 min
Growing Gardeners#40 What's In Season with Kellye Jeansonne on Porch and Parish The PodcastAs heard first on Porch & Parish The Podcast! Last week, I sat down with Mike Gennaro, publisher of Porch & Parish, Zachary's Community Magazine for a podcast all about Winter gardening! I cover common questions about gardening in the Winter, like what's the difference between a frost versus a freeze, what to dig up and what to plant in the Fall and Winter.
Change is hard, but we're welcoming a new season! It's time to harvest everything that thrives in the summer because Winter is coming, Zone 9 Gardeners.
If you live in Zachary or the sur...2023-11-0843 min
Growing Gardeners#39 Preparing for the First FrostDo you know the difference between a frost and a freeze? Winter is coming, so let's dig in to frosts and freezes!
If it were slowly getting colder each day, frosts and freezes would be no big deal. The problem is we grow gardens in Zone 9, and that means the temperature can drop or fluctuate by 60 degrees in just 24 hours. That is something our summer plants cannot handle!
This week, I'm going to teach you exactly what you should be looking for and how to prepare your garden for frosts and freezes. Who doesn't love...2023-11-0124 min
Porch and Parish The PodcastWhat's In Season with Kellye Jeansonne of Wild Child Kitchen GardensSend us a textGardening coach Kellye Jeansonne of Wild Child Kitchen Gardens talks with host Mike Gennaro on a frost versus a freeze, what to dig up and what to plant in the Fall and Winter in this episode of Porch & Parish The Podcast. Change is hard, but we're welcoming a new season! It's time to harvest everything that thrives in the summer because Winter is coming. Learn more about Zone 9 Gardening by listening to Kellye's podcast, Wild Child Kitchen Gardening. The Balance of GrayGod, doubt, and proof walk in...2023-10-3044 min
Growing Gardeners#37 The Easiest Vegetables To Grow In The Cool SeasonI have to tell you about some of the easiest, set it and forget it, most bang for the buck veggies that you will ever grow today!! I want you to carve out some space for these guys because you will be blown away by their flavor, their beauty all winter, and their lack of needing just about anything from you. That is my kind of cold weather veggie!
I am talking about garlic and onions, and let me tell you, you want them in your garden! They are members of the Awesome Alliums family, a...2023-10-1920 min
Growing Gardeners#36 Why A Garden Might Be Just What You NeedIn this episode, we dig in to one of Kellye's most requested talks. The health benefits of a garden. You will be blown away to see how much a garden really gives....not even counting the vegetables. It is amazing. This one is a good one, so let's dig in.
Join us in "Building A Winter Apothecary" where we will get ready for cold and flu season together with natural healing remedies. You don't want to miss this hands on class. Learn more at https://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/offers/FF376Nbg/checkout.
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Growing Gardeners#35 Cold Weather Garden TraditionsYou probably have those special traditions that remind you of childhood or of loved ones and times gone by. Did you know that the garden has her own traditions too? Today I want to share some cool weather garden traditions that you may have never realized but that you definitely want to know about for your garden this season.
From the first cold snap to the first frost, the first picking of greens, and all the things we can grow when the weather gets cold, this season is full of traditions.
I hope...2023-10-0420 min
Growing Gardeners#34 The One Thing Your Zone 9 Garden Doesn't NeedYou have probably seen or heard the buzz around cover crops if you have ever gardened through a cold season. Every year as the leaves begin to fall you can find farmers and even home gardeners breaking out the clover, rye, and buckwheat seeds. So what is a cover crop? Why do so many people plant them? And should you start acquiring seed for planting your garden this winter? Let's see if I can shed some light on this for you and help you determine if you need to plant a cover crop for winter. (Hint: You don't!)2023-09-2715 min
Growing Gardeners#33 America's Real Food CrisisIn this episode, I share my views on the food crisis in America. With prices at the grocery store sky rocketing, genetically modified ingredients ever increasing, and new concerns coming up every day, we definitely have one. It is hard to believe that in a time of modern day conveniences we must struggle with food scarcity, but it's true.
I read an article about this over the summer and knew this was something we had to talk about. I am going to share my thoughts on this crisis with you, how I believe we got here, but also...2023-09-2025 min
Growing Gardeners#32 Who Are You As A Gardener?Welcome to Season 3 of the podcast! I could not be more excited about what I have for you! We are digging deep this season, and we are starting with asking ourselves a fundamental question, Who are you as a gardener? This is such an important question to ask going into a new season, and it is one that gets completely overlooked as we rush into the nursery for the first delivery of vegetables.
You are going to love these questions to ask yourself before you plant a single thing. It will take your garden to a who...2023-09-1324 min
Growing GardenersPests of the Summer GardenThe summer pests are in full swing. What can you do about them? In this episode, we are talking about the most common pests of summer and how to keep them under control.
message2023-07-1531 minPorch and Parish The PodcastGrowing a Garden in the Louisiana Heat with Kellye Jeansonne of Wild Child Kitchen GardensSend us a textKellye Jeansonne of Wild Child Kitchen Gardens is here to give us some summer gardening project management advice and clarify what soil really is once and for all. It's not too hot, too late, or too early to start planting! Kellye gives practical advice for getting started with a garden TODAY. Learn more or sign up for the Wild Child Kitchen Garden Club by clicking here. Check out the article on Kellye in the Summer edition of Porch & Parish magazine, hitting racks across Zachary in early July. 2023-07-0151 min