Very Good Gardening

Episode 26 - My Garden Report Card

How is my garden really doing this year? In this episode of the Very Good Gardening Podcast, I'm giving my garden a full report card. From tomatoes and peppers to broccoli, strawberries, and everything in between, I'm grading each crop based on production, health, pest pressure, and whether it's actually earning its spot in the garden. Some crops are exceeding expectations. Some are struggling. And a few have completely surprised me. I'll also talk about what I've learned so far this season, what changes I'm already planning, and which crops I would recommend to beginning gardeners based on my experience this year. 🌱 Looking for more fun gardening merch? Check out my Fourthwall shop for gardening shirts, stickers, and other goodies: VeryGoodGardening Fourthwall [https://verygoodgardening-shop.fourthwall.com] Thanks for listening and supporting Very Good Gardening!

Episode 25 - What Makes The Cut In One Raised Bed

What if you could only grow food in a single 4x8 raised bed? In this episode, I'm taking on a gardening challenge: designing the ultimate raised bed for maximum harvests. I'll walk through the crops I'd choose, how I'd arrange them, what I'd plant together, and the strategies I'd use to keep fresh food coming all season long. Whether you're working with a small garden, a few raised beds, or just getting started, this episode is packed with ideas for making the most of your growing space. 🌱 Want to support the podcast and pick up some Very Good Gardening merch? Check out my shop: Very Good Gardening Fourthwall [https://verygoodgardening-shop.fourthwall.com] You'll find shirts, hats, mugs, and more designed for gardeners who love growing their own food. Thanks for listening, and happy gardening!

Episode 24 - Does Gardening Save Money?

Everyone says gardening saves money… but does it really? In this episode, I break down the real costs of gardening — seeds, soil, supplies, raised beds, water, and time — and compare them to what we actually harvest from our garden. Some crops save us a ton of money, while others honestly might not be worth growing financially. I also talk about the things that are harder to put a price on: • fresher food • healthier meals • teaching kids where food comes from • the peace that comes from growing something yourself Whether you’re a beginner gardener or have been growing food for years, this episode might change the way you think about the value of a garden. 🌱 Check out my new gardening designs here: FourthWall [https://verygoodgardening-shop.fourthwall.com] Thanks for listening and supporting Very Good Gardening.

Episode 23 - Breaking Garden Rules

Check out my FourthWall [https://verygoodgardening-shop.fourthwall.com] shop for some really fun garden merch. Gardening advice is everywhere… but not all of it actually matters. In this episode, I’m talking about the gardening “rules” I break regularly and why learning to adapt your garden to YOUR life is far more important than following every tip perfectly. We talk about: * Why perfectionism hurts new gardeners * Common gardening advice that isn’t always necessary * Breaking rules around spacing, watering, seed starting, and more * Gardening realistically with a busy life * Learning through experimentation instead of fear A lot of gardening “rules” are really just guidelines — and sometimes the best thing you can do is ignore them and grow anyway. Whether you’re a beginner gardener or someone feeling overwhelmed trying to do everything “right,” this episode is a reminder that your garden doesn’t have to be perfect to be successful.

Episode 22 - How Do I Do It All?

Everyone asks me the same question: “How do you have time for all of this?” In this episode, I’m sharing the real answer. Between teaching, raising 3 kids, filming content, editing videos, and managing a productive garden in Maryland, I’ve had to figure out systems that actually work in real life, not just on social media. I’m talking about: * How I structure my gardening tasks * What I DON’T do anymore * Why consistency matters more than perfection * The routines that save me time every week * How I balance content creation with real life * The truth about burnout and busy seasons If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have enough time to garden, this episode is for you. 🌱 Shop merch & support the channel: VeryGoodGardening Fourthwall [https://verygoodgardening-shop.fourthwall.com] #gardening #podcast #gardenlife #productivity #homestead #vegetablegarden