Growing Gardeners

Ep 122 | What To Plant When The Spring Garden Slows

This week on Growing Gardeners, we’re talking about one of the most important mindset shifts a gardener can make.  It's this:  A slowing garden is not a dying garden. It’s a transitioning garden. As spring crops begin to tire and summer heat moves in, many gardeners feel overwhelmed wondering: What do I pull out? What do I plant next? Is my season over? Do I need to start over? But healthy gardens are not built in isolated seasons. They move in rhythms.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:   How to transition your garden slowly instead of all at once The beauty of succession planting Why planting with the moon helps gardeners work with natural rhythms How to overlap seasons for a garden that produces 52 weeks a year What heat-loving crops to plant when spring vegetables begin slowing down Why summer gardening can actually be the easiest season for busy women Learning how to “move with the seasons” instead of fighting them    FOLLOW THIS TO KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT   Quit While You're Ahead (what is no longer serving your garden) Protect What's Producing (these guys get all the attention) Plant With Purpose (strategically decide what you are planting, why, and where)   Listen to Episode 121 "Knowing What To Do Next In The Garden Here: 👉 https://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/podcasts/growing-gardeners/episodes/2149204026 [https://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/podcasts/growing-gardeners/episodes/2149204026]     RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Come to my garden with me while I pick a succession of bush beans, test out my new pressure canner, and cook some on the stove for supper the old school way!!  If you have ever contemplated bush beans, you will love this quick glimpse into why I think you should definitely grow them!! 👉 Watch the full video here:  https://youtu.be/XCt3HHVVOBo [https://youtu.be/pE1w2snUSxs]   If this episode made something click for you. Or if you’re realizing that everything really does come back to your soil, Soil School is open now. This is where I teach you exactly how to: Build rich, living soil strengthen your plants naturally, prevent pests before they start. 👉 Join Soil School here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool [https://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool]   And if you want to learn more about growing a pestLESS garden this season, jump into my free class Wild Child Pest Prevention where I will show you exactly how your garden should be working for you! 👉 Jump in to my FREE class here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pests [https://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pests]   FOLLOW ALONG Connect With Me: Facebook: @wildchildkitchengardens Instagram: @wildchildkitchengardens Learn More About Growing With Me: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com [https://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/]   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who wants to their garden growing this season. And until next time—keep growing, and I’ll meet you back here next week.

Ep 121 | Knowing What To Do NEXT In The Garden

Today we are talking about the biggest miss in all of gardening education.  Everybody will tell you what to grow, what they are planting, what they are harvesting, but where are the garden teachers who are willing to share "What to do next?"  This is a HUGE question and big part of the garden success puzzle, yet, it is the last thing we think about when we plant those nursery starts in spring.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: What to do when the excitement turns to overwhelm Why we need to know what to do next before the garden starts growing The three questions I ask myself to help me determine what I need to do next right now    FOLLOW THIS TO KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT Quit While You're Ahead (what is no longer serving your garden) Protect What's Producing (these guys get all the attention) Plant With Purpose (strategically decide what you are planting, why, and where)   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Come to my garden with me and walk through these exact three priorities with me as I work on what needs to be done in my garden right now.  Watch the full video here 👉 https://youtu.be/XCt3HHVVOBo [https://youtu.be/XCt3HHVVOBo]   If this episode made something click for you. Or if you’re realizing that everything really does come back to your soil, Soil School is open now. This is where I teach you exactly how to: Build rich, living soil strengthen your plants naturally, prevent pests before they start. 👉 Join Soil School here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool]   And if you want to learn more about growing a pestLESS garden this season, jump into my free class Wild Child Pest Prevention where I will show you exactly how your garden should be working for you! 👉 Jump in to my FREE class here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pests [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pests]   Connect With Me: Facebook: @wildchildkitchengardens Instagram: @wildchildkitchengardens Learn More About Growing With Me: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com]   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who wants to grow their own garden this season. Until next time—keep growing, and I’ll meet you back here in the garden.

Ep 120 | Garden Burnout Is So Real Right Now!

In this week's episode of Growing Gardeners, we’re talking about something so many gardeners — and women — are experiencing right now:  Depletion. If your garden suddenly looks tired… if the leaves are damaged… if flowers are slowing down… if pests seem to be appearing out of nowhere… you are not alone.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN   * Why stressed plants attract problems * How cold weather and rain stress are still affecting gardens weeks later * What “bottom of the bucket pests” really mean * Why May is the season of nourishment instead of panic * The emotional connection between exhausted gardens and exhausted women * How gardening teaches us the importance of replenishment     THIS EPISODE IS ALSO A GENTLE MOTHER’S DAY REMINDER:   Living things require nourishment.  Healthy gardens are not built through pressure and perfection. They are built through consistent care, nourishment, and all the things we can't see.  Maybe healthy women are too.   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   If this episode made something click for you. Or if you’re realizing that everything really does come back to your soil Soil School is open now. This is where I teach you exactly how to: Build rich, living soil Strengthen your plants naturally Prevent pests before they start 👉 Join Wild Child Soil School here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool] And if you want to learn more about growing a pestLESS garden this season, jump into my free class Wild Child Pest Prevention where I will show you exactly how your garden should be working for you! 👉 Join Wild Child Pest Prevention here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pests [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pests]  Wondering what cold damage actually looks like on your plants, I created you a quick graphic so that you can stop stressing and focus on what your garden actually needs right now. 👉 Download my Cold Damage Cheat Sheet here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/cold [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/cold]     CONNECT WITH ME: Facebook: @wildchildkitchengardens Instagram: @wildchildkitchengardens Learn More About Growing With Me: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com]   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who wants to grow their own garden this season. Until next time—keep growing, and I’ll meet you back here in the garden.

Ep 119 | The Earth Day Reset We All Need

It’s Earth Day, and if your garden feels a little off right now…you are not alone. From cold-stressed plants to sudden pest pressure, so many gardeners are wondering what went wrong. But what if the problem isn’t what you think? In today’s episode, we’re shifting the way you see your garden. Because pests aren’t random. They’re not attacking you. And they’re definitely not the problem. They’re a signal. In this episode, I’ll walk you through what your garden is trying to tell you and how coming back to your soil can change everything.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: * Why pest outbreaks often follow plant stress (especially after cold nights) * What your plants are actually signaling when pests show up * The connection between soil health, plant strength, and pest pressure * Why a “perfect” pest-free garden isn’t the goal * The simple daily rhythms that create a balanced, thriving garden   YOUR EARTH DAY RESET: Instead of asking: * “How do I get rid of this pest?” Try asking: * “What is my plant lacking?” * “Where is my soil needing support?” * “How can I bring this garden back into balance?”   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: If this episode made something click for you. Or if you’re realizing that everything really does come back to your soil Soil School is open now. This is where I teach you exactly how to: * Build rich, living soil * Strengthen your plants naturally * Prevent pests before they start 👉 Join Soil School here: www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/soilschool] And if you want to learn more about growing a pestLESS garden this season, jump into my free class Wild Child Pest Prevention [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pestprevention] where I will show you exactly how your garden should be working for you!   CONNECT WITH ME: Facebook: @wildchildkitchengardens Instagram: @wildchildkitchengardens Learn More About Growing With Me:  www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who wants to grow their own garden this season. Until next time—keep growing, and I’ll meet you back here in the garden.

Ep 118 | The Pest Control Powerhouse That You're Overlooking

What if one of the most effective forms of pest control in your garden… was already there? In this episode, we’re shifting the way we think about pests—and the way we care for our gardens. From wrens feeding their babies nonstop… to bluebirds hunting from above… to even the tiniest hummingbirds doing work you may never notice—your garden is full of helpers working behind the scenes. The question is… are we creating a space that supports them? Today, we’re talking about the role birds play in natural pest control, how they fit into a balanced garden, and how you can begin working with your garden instead of feeling like you’re constantly fighting it. If pests have been feeling overwhelming, this episode will give you a new perspective—and a whole lot of hope.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE’LL TALK ABOUT: * Why birds are one of the most overlooked forms of natural pest control * How different birds help your garden in different ways * Why baby birds rely heavily on insects (aka your pests) * How to start seeing your garden as an ecosystem—not a series of problems * Simple ways to invite more birds (and balance) into your space    SIMPLE WAYS TO SUPPORT BIRDS IN YOUR AREA * Add a shallow water source * Provide places to land (trellises, branches, structures) * Avoid over-spraying * Let your garden feel alive and a little wild * Start noticing what’s already there   RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: If you’ve ever wondered what you’re actually seeing in your garden, or what to do when pests do show up join my Wild Child Pest Prevention Class, I’ll walk you through: * What’s a pest (and what’s not) * What to do—and when * How to respond with confidence instead of reacting out of fear 👉 Join Here [http://www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/pestprevention]!!   CONNECT WITH ME: Facebook: @wildchildkitchengardens Instagram: @wildchildkitchengardens Learn More About Growing With Me:  www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com   If you enjoyed this episode be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who wants to grow their own garden this season. Until next time—keep growing, and we’ll meet you back in the garden.