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Growing Gardeners

Growing Gardeners is the podcast for busy women who want to cultivate not only a thriving garden, but a thriving gardening life as well. Each week I will share practical tips and inspiration to help you turn your garden dreams into reality because the garden is about more than just plants. It is about creating this life that is filled with joy and growth in every season. Each week we will grow as gardeners.
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Episodes

Prepping The Garden For Your Summer Vacation

Today we are riding along with Kellye as she records this episode on a little road trip. No editing or bells and whistles on this one. Just some good ole garden chat with you riding shotgun!! But by the end of the episode, you will know exactly how to prepare your garden for some time away!! This is good stuff! Enjoy!

Jun 16, 202324 minSeason 2Ep. 30

Growing Pumpkins Like A Wild Child

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we discuss PUMPKINS and how we grow them in the wild child garden. If you have ever wanted to bring the magic to the garden, this is one way for sure!! 3:10 Kellye shares details about when to plant pumpkins 5:30 Growing pumpkins like a wild child explained 11:00 An exception to the rule of growing your pumpkins away from your garden. You will love this. 13:00 Variety of pumpkin IS EVERYTHING. Learn which varieties to grow for best results! 17:00 How to kno...

Jun 07, 202319 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Second Chance Do Over Tomatoes!

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we discuss A Second Chance “do – over” with Tomatoes! Tomatoes are always top of the list for a Summer Do-Over, Kellye talks all about how to get your tomatoes going again for all summer enjoyment! 2:13 – Kellye talks about the do-over season and how it gives you a second chance to re-do your Spring Garden and keep those plants producing. 3:04 – Kellye discusses how tomatoes stop producing in the summer, and how it isn’t a reflection of you as a gardener – ...

May 31, 202320 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Transitioning From A Spring To A Summer Garden

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we discuss Transitioning from a Spring to A Summer Garden! You might be wondering how we are already discussing Summer Gardens, but a June 1 Garden is drastically different from a June 30 Garden, so we need to prepare now! She also talks about her FREE Summer Garden Masterclass! 3:41 – Kellye talks about why your soil is the key component to keeping your garden in tip top shape and breaks down how to get the best results. 8:30 – Kellye discusses how to read...

May 24, 202322 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Summer Gardening Made Easy

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we dive into Easy Summer Gardening! Our unique growing climate means you can grow 52 weeks a year. Yes, it is hot and humid, but you can make the southern summer garden SO easy! She also talks about her FREE Summer Garden Masterclass! 3:20 – Kellye talks about how important it is to live seasonally with your garden and finding the balance between the seasons. 8:21 – Kellye discusses the options for what to pick for your summer garden in order for it to thri...

May 17, 202319 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Common Summer Gardening Troubles

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we dive into Summer Gardening Troubles in the South! Yes, it is hot and humid, and the pest can be an issue, however Kellye breaks down how to manage the big three obstacles of southern summer gardens. She also talks about her FREE Summer Garden Masterclass! 3:05 – Kellye breaks down the big three issues summer gardeners face, starting with pests. 6:12 – Picking the right varieties can help you outsmart the bugs! 6:50 – Kellye talks about the second issue f...

May 10, 202319 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Is A Summer Garden Right For You?

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we dive into Summer Gardening in the South. Yes, you can keep growing - even in the heat! Kellye helps breakdown the why and how and whether it is right for you. Plus she talks about setting garden goals and how to use her summer garden goal planner to get your best summer garden. 1:05 – Kellye discusses why Summer Garden might be the most important garden all year 3:06 – There is wasted opportunity by not planting for the summer season. You can actually gr...

May 03, 202321 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Bringing Children Into The Garden

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we dive into how to garden with kids! My special guest is our Wild Child Kitchen Gardens community manager, Lindsey Kennedy. Lindsey is a busy mom of 4 with a suburban garden, where she teaches her kids how to grow through gardening. Whether your kids are 2 or 22, there is a place for them in your garden! 2:12 – Kellye welcomes Lindsey Kennedy who gives a breakdown of her family dynamics, including homeschooling and gardening. 3:25 – Lindsey discusses why s...

Apr 26, 202334 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Tips and Tricks for Growing Great Melons

Welcome back to the podcast! This week we dive into adding one of Kellye’s favorite things to grow – MELONS! She will give you some tips and tricks to make your melon patch the most successful it can be and keep your patch producing all summer long. Kellye also discusses her tried and true varieties she grows in her southern zone 9 garden as well as new ideas on how and where to grow you patch. ******************************************************************************************************...

Apr 19, 202317 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Herbs: The Powerhouse of the Vegetable Garden

Welcome Back! In this episode of Wild Child Kitchen Gardening Podcast, we are digging into Herbs! Herbs are so easy to grow, they are over producers, and absolutely beautiful. Not to mention they are SO good for your vegetable gardens. On this episode I am going to share some of my favorites to grow, my favorite ways to use them, and some tips and tricks along the way! 1:00 - Herbs are POWERHOUSES in the garden – deterring pests, attracting pollinators, and suppressing weeds. 3:11 - Choosing the...

Apr 12, 202316 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Your Planting Questions Answered

Welcome to SEASON TWO of the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast!! This season we are talking about so many fun things.....planting, soil building, feeding and watering, maximizing space, melons, all the favorite summer veggies, medicinal herbs, vertical gardening, and so much more! Today, I am answering all of your planting questions!! It's grow time for the Southern gardener, let's dig in. ******************************************** If you want to grow a better garden this season take my FRE...

Mar 24, 202314 minSeason 2Ep. 19

Late Frosts and Freezes and What To Do When You Experience One

This past week the south experienced an early spring, late freeze, and it wreaked havoc on our gardens. Wondering what to do next?? I am sharing how to know what you need to do, how to make a really good frost and freeze plan for next time, and a little encouragement too!! Let's dig in! ******************************************** If you want to grow a better garden this season take my FREE 5 day Garden Like A Wild Child Challenge. This pop up Facebook group will rock your garden world. We begin...

Mar 24, 202330 minSeason 2Ep. 20

2023 Garden Intentions

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode I am setting my 2023 garden intentions. At the end of January it may not feel like spring, but believe me, spring is on her way! By setting these intentions for my garden, I can plan and plant and grow according to my goals. These intentions will guide everything I do in my garden...how I plan, what I grow, when I plant, and how long veggies get to stay. This is a big piece of the wild child garden symphony and one that I don't take lightly. The plan ...

Jan 25, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Why You Need A Garden More Than You Think You Do

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode I am so excited to bring you one of the most listened to, liked, and shared videos I have ever published. This is a game changer. You need a garden more than you think you do, trust me, and today I am going to show you why. I have 5 HUGE benefits of gardening to share with you and not a single one has anything to do with what you will be eating from it. It is that powerful!! I hope are inspired to grow a garden this season after listening to this epis...

Jan 18, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 16

It Is Time To Dream of Spring

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode I hope to inspire you to dream of spring. One of my favorite quotes is by Josephine Nuese. She says, "Anyone who thinks that the garden begins in spring and ends in fall misses the best part for the garden begins in January with a dream." I want to show you how I dream how I dream of spring, and I hope that you will grab a notebook and pencil and take some one afternoon this month to do the same. ******************************************** Join us in...

Jan 11, 202323 min

4 Garden Fears To Conquer This Season

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode we are going to conquer your garden fears. We are no longer going to let fear stand in the way of our success in the garden because we know that education is the answer. I will share the top fears I hear the most and why we need to put them to bed once and for all. They are keeping us from achieving our garden goals, and they aren't even true!! ******************************************** Join us inside "Success With Seeds," our FREE Facebook pop up c...

Jan 05, 202316 minSeason 1Ep. 14

What To Do After A Freeze In The Garden

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode I am giving you all the details about what to do after a freeze event. How to know when plants are spent? Will they come back? What to do right now? It is all here for you PLUS three things you should do no matter the damage from a freeze. ******************************************** Join us inside "Success With Seeds," our FREE Facebook pop up course. We plant our seeds on January 8th, so jump in now and gather supplies. It is time to dream of spring...

Dec 29, 202218 min

Freeze Events and How To Protect Your Garden In Them

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode I am giving you all the details about freeze events and how to protect your garden in them. We have work to do m so dig in and let's get our gardens ready for what is to come. ******************************************** Purchase the gift of the Kitchen Garden Academy by Christmas and receive the Wild Child Freeze Plan with your purchase. Learn more at bit.ly/Christmas-Academy ******************************************** Learn more about all of the on...

Dec 21, 202215 min

5 Good Gifts For The Gardener On Your List

Welcome back! Today I am sharing my favorite gifts to give (and receive) as a gardener. These gifts may not be what you are thinking. No shovels or worm castings here (although those are great gifts. These gifts are memory makers. They are special. And they will be as fun to give as they are to receive. ******************************************* If you want more gift ideas from your garden or for a gardener on your list, visit https://bit.ly/wildchildholiday to download my gift guide plus so mu...

Dec 14, 202218 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Wild Child Gardeners Are Mighty Moms

In this bonus episode on #givingtuesday, I am so excited to be joined by wild child gardener, Dawn Birdsong, as she tells us about Mighty Moms and their new program to help food insecure families in Livingston Parish. For gardeners, we don't think much about food insecurity because we have plenty to choose from right outside the back door, but for so many families, the overwhelming anxiety of where the next meal is coming from is a huge daily burden. Mighty Moms is doing amazing things, and the ...

Nov 29, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Growing Winter Bulbs

Welcome back! Today I am sharing my favorite bulbs to plant now for blooms later. This is a super fun way to beat the winter blues, and they are so simple to grow. The hardest part is narrowing down your purchase. And that can be tough. ******************************************* I am going to show you how to plant, grow, harvest, and store tulips, daffodils, how to force paperwhites, and how to grow ranunculus in my brand new course Winter Bulbs . If you want grow winter bulbs for beautiful spr...

Nov 22, 202217 min

Three Mistakes Gardeners Make When Growing Garlic

Welcome back! Today I am sharing the three mistakes I see gardeners make that ruin their garlic harvest. These three things can be remedied right now and you want to get your garlic game on because it is time to plant!! ******************************************* I am going to show you how to grow not only garlic but also onions, leeks, shallots, and green onions too in my brand new course Growing Awesome Alliums . If you want grow alliums this season, this course is for you! Visit https://wildc...

Nov 09, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 8

The Difference Between Feeding And Fertilizing

Welcome back! Today I am answering the most commonly asked question I receive as a garden coach. I want you to understand the difference between feeding and fertilizing your garden, and I want you to know how you can build your soil super fast. This episode will be one you definitely want to take notes on, so grab a pen and paper, and let's dig in! ******************************************* Get $20 off of your first order when you sign up for Instacart using code KJEANSONNE1E095 ***************...

Nov 02, 202217 minSeason 1Ep. 7

3 Secrets To Growing More Leafy Greens

Welcome back! Leafy greens are one of my favorite cool season vegetables to grow. They are easy, they overproduce, and they are beautiful. In today's podcast, I am going to share 3 secrets to growing more leafy greens in the space you have with the time you've got. If you want to increase your leafy green harvest this season, this episode is for you! You can even grow them in a container on your porch. I will show you how to do that in my class Edible Container Gardening. Get more info on that c...

Oct 26, 202211 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Understanding Frosts and Freezes

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode I am giving you a peak into a Wild Child Garden Club coaching session from last week where I help the gardeners I coach better understand frosts and freezes and help them get a plan to protect their plants when one occurs! There is lots of great information here, and if you are expecting your first frost of the year, like I am this week, you definitely want to listen. ******************************************** Get my cold hardiness chart by visiting...

Oct 18, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 5

5 Must Grow Flowers In The Cool Season For Zone 9 Gardeners

Welcome back to the podcast! Today I am going to share my favorite cool season flowers to grow right alongside your veggies and herbs for color all season long. You may have never considered adding flowers to your vegetable garden, but they are the cherry on top and what gives that magical feel that you dream of and hope for in your garden space. These herbs are must grows for me in the cool season, and I hope that you will incorporate them into your backyard garden too! Registration is OPEN for...

Oct 12, 202215 minSeason 1Ep. 4

5 Must Grow Cool Season Herbs For Zone 9 Gardens

Welcome back to the podcast! I hope you have all of the veggies in your garden symphony chosen because today we are going to add in some amazing herbs. These herbs are must grow, top priorities, for me in the cool season, and I hope that you will incorporate them into your backyard garden too! Registration is OPEN for my Fall Garden Classes. Learn more at www.releaseyourinnerwildchild.com/fall --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wildchildkitchengardening/message...

Oct 05, 202217 minSeason 1Ep. 3

5 Must Grow Cool Season Veggies For Zone 9 Gardens

Welcome back! In this episode, I am going to share my 5 must grow veggies for the cool season. Zone 9 gardeners have a unique opportunity in this mild season to grow so much! But we all only have so much space right? I'm going to show you how to maximize that space with the veggies you choose. If I could only grow 5 veggies these are the ones I would grow, and if you grow them I know you will be one happy gardener this season. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/...

Sep 28, 202220 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Wild Child Gardening Explained

Welcome to the Wild Child Kitchen Gardening podcast. In this first episode hear the background of wild child gardening and learn the method to the magic. Kellye will share how the wild child gardening method began, how it has evolved, and how you can turn your garden into a wild child garden this season. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wildchildkitchengardening/message

Sep 21, 202227 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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