Big Spring Projects

Let it Rain!

In this episode, AmarA recounts how she kind of did feel like an expert talking about gardening with a younger sibling who is just starting in gardening.  She also discusses how she enjoys the rain because it keeps her from the chore of watering her plants.  Finally, she discusses growing garlic and the joy of harvesting (and eating) garlic scapes.  Don't forget to stay tuned after the theme song for the super secret podcast only section! Keep Growing [http://www.AmarAjk.com]   |    BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/amaraartist.bsky.social]        Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amarastarjk]

To Weed or Not to Weed. That is the question.

In this episode, AmarA talks about the joy of weeding around the perennial plants that she lets grow wild. She discusses how gardening wants and needs change over times; and she encourages her listeners to find the gardening style that makes them happy right now.   In the super secret podcast-only after show, AmarA discusses how wildly interesting sweet potatoes are to grow. She also talks about her new adventure growing strawberries and trying to discover how best to over-winter them.  Keep Growing [http://www.AmarAjk.com]   |    BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/amaraartist.bsky.social]        Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amarastarjk]

Basics of putting Plants in Dirt

In this episode, AmarA is unrestricted by the FCC rules she usually has to follow (because her radio station is having technical difficulties, this episode is podcast only) so, she swears a bunch. She also discusses some basics for transferring plants into new spots - be it containers or the ground.  She discusses mulching methods, potting on, and companion planting.  Keep Growing [http://www.AmarAjk.com]   |    BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/amaraartist.bsky.social]        Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amarastarjk]

The difference between the front and back garden

In this episode, AmarA updates listeners on her experiment growing sweet potatoes, which so far has been a great success! She also encourages listeners to throw seeds around and get plants to put in the ground. Finally, she discusses the philosophical difference between the front garden and the back garden.   Keep Growing [http://www.AmarAjk.com]   |    BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/amaraartist.bsky.social]        Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amarastarjk]

Throw Seeds in Dirt, Damn it!

In this episode, AmarA talks to the novice gardener and encourages them to get dirt and put some seeds in it. She gives some helpful tips for using found objects for container gardens. She also talks listeners through starting a new in-ground garden using cardboard, compostable materials, and mulch. This is the time! Throw some seeds around!  Keep Growing [http://www.AmarAjk.com]   |    BlueSky [https://bsky.app/profile/amaraartist.bsky.social]        Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amarastarjk]