Today in the Garden

The easiest climbing plants for beginners

In today's episode, plant pole beans in sun with a simple trellis or teepee, keep soil gently moist, thin crowded seedlings, and pick beans regularly for a fast, fuss-free climb and harvest. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

Fast patio upgrades with flowers

In today's episode, create a balanced container by planting one tall anchor, a cheerful middle layer of blooms, and trailing plants to spill over the rim—quick, forgiving, and seasonally mix-and-matchable for instant patio polish. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

How to avoid burning plants in heat waves

In today's episode, I share a simple temporary shade trick for protecting tender plants during heat waves — use shade cloth, sheets, umbrellas or stakes to shield pots and new transplants during the hottest hours, then remove when it cools. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

What plants love morning sun

In today's episode, give morning-sun-loving plants an east-facing spot so they get cool bright morning light and afternoon shade; move containers or seedlings there to protect tender foliage from hot afternoon sun. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.

Beginner composting without the hassle

In today's episode, learn an easy beginner compost method: keep a small covered bin or pile, add kitchen scraps plus some dry 'browns' and a scoop of soil, keep it damp like a wrung-out sponge, and turn it occasionally. Portions of this program were created with the assistance of AI, including checking the calendar and incorporating weather or seasonal data.