In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, answers if it hurts trees to cut exposed roots out of the garden. When cleaning up the yard, there might be some tree roots that are causing a challenge or are a hazard. Is it safe to cut that root? Listen in to find out. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen t...
Dec 26, 2023•6 min
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss how early fruit trees can be pruned. The weather has been great. Is it too early to prune those trees? If done right, it's not. Learn the best way to prune those trees and the best time to do it. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Ga...
Dec 25, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the difference between winter and summer plant food. What you can do to make your plants bloom anew this spring? Learn this and more in this episode! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-garden...
Dec 24, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the story behind the history of evergreen holly. How did holly become a holiday plant? Listen in to learn how this lovely bright green plant became a holiday tradition. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11....
Dec 22, 2023•4 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener discusses winter evergreens that will bring outdoor cheer. All the trees have lost their leaves and our yards can look a little drab this time of year. Learn about the great evergreens you can plant for a beautiful vibrant green yard in the winter. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 9...
Dec 21, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss creative ways to use beautiful garden pottery. Despite being winter, Watters has received lots of pottery for the spring. Already found yourself wishing for those bright and fun colors? Now's the time to go check out all the options. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95...
Dec 20, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener discusses the benefits of using coffee grounds for a healthy garden. Ever been in a coffee shop and seen used grounds for customers to take or purchase? Ever known someone who saves their grounds for the garden? There's a good reason! Ken Lain will uncover the reasons behind using those grounds in your garden and which way to use them to be most beneficial. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Ga...
Dec 19, 2023•6 min
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to use wildflowers to revegetate construction site damage. Plus learn more about the stages of evergreen and citrus plant growth. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-...
Dec 18, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener answers whether autumn leaves are good or bad for the garden. The trees are finally nearly finished dropping their leaves and those leaves are on top of the lawn, flowers, and garden. So should they be cleaned up or left alone? Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Lis...
Dec 17, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares the joys of owning a small family garden center. Things are a little quieter right now at the garden center so the team has been busy doing maintenance work. What are some great things Ken sees about owning a small garden center? Listen in to find out! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11...
Dec 15, 2023•5 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses better techniques for planting winter evergreens. Winter is a great time to plant those evergreens and taking proper care of them will help those plants thrive as the temperatures warm up again. Listen in and learn how to care for your evergreens once you've planted them. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays...
Dec 14, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss garden trivia and the history of Christmas Cactus. Is Christmas Cactus really a cactus? Is there a tie between the plant and the holiday? Learn this and more by listening in! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: htt...
Dec 13, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener discusses whether feeding with plant spikes really works. As we clean up for the winter to prep for spring this is a great time to fertilize your plants. One product we see in gardening supplies are plant spikes but do they really work? Ken Lain discusses plant spikes and answers if he finds they really are useful. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am...
Dec 12, 2023•6 min
In this episode Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center talk about how to protect Japanese Maples that are in containers. Does this plant need winter protection? What should you do to keep them healthy this winter? Learn these answers and more by listening! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Garde...
Dec 11, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener answers the question 'when is the best time to cut back wildflowers?' Ivy, holly, and other evergreens are just beautiful this time of year. Now some native plants, those wildflowers, are starting to look a little rough. When should you start to cut them back to keep them healthy for next spring? Listen in to find out! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at ...
Dec 10, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, the mountain gardener shares how to resurrect your poinsettia. Your poinsettia might be looking a little worse for wear after the holidays but don't toss it out just yet! With a little TLC and some strategic darkness, you can coax it back to its vibrant, red glory for next Christmas. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and...
Dec 08, 2023•4 min
In this episode, Ken Lain discusses landscape evergreens for holiday decorating. Discover the magic of holiday decorating with nature's finest evergreens! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast11 on...
Dec 07, 2023•9 min
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share why poinsettias are used to celebrate holidays like Christmas. These plants are more than just pretty holiday decor! Those fiery red blooms aren't just Christmas eye candy, they have a rich history woven into holiday traditions. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am ...
Dec 06, 2023•12 min
In this episode, Ken Lain answers the question "Can poinsettias live outdoors?" Those dazzling Christmastime bloom might seem like temporary guests, but poinsettias can actually thrive year-round! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ke...
Dec 05, 2023•6 min
In this episode, Ken and Lisa discuss how to grow a better holiday poinsettia. Watters Garden Center has dozens of colors ranging from traditional shades of red, pink, and white to burgundy, peach, striped, and freckled. Poinsettias add a festive splash of color to every room and every decor. Perfect as a centerpiece, around the hearth where holiday spirits need lifting and they are ideal gifts for the office! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mounta...
Dec 04, 2023•12 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, the mountain gardener, is your friendly guide to maintaining your outdoor water features, such as ponds, fountains, and decorative water elements with a touch of earthy wisdom. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-...
Dec 03, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain discusses how much cold plants can take before you should cover them. What growing zone are we in? What plants can you plant that can handle the winter? Listen in to learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast...
Dec 01, 2023•4 min
In this episode, Ken Lain discusses gardening tips for years end. Learn how to keep your lawn green longer, how to avoid those brown spots when the frost starts and more! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ ...
Nov 30, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about what end-of-year tasks you can do for your garden to liven it up for the new year! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast11 on Facebook: h...
Nov 29, 2023•11 min
In this episode, Ken Lain discusses how to frost proof your irrigation and the well. As temperatures continue to drop, it is important to protect your irrigation. So what should you be doing? Listen in to find out! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountai...
Nov 28, 2023•6 min
In this episode, we'll embark on a journey into the world of holiday trees, exploring their unique charms and offering tips on selecting and planting the perfect evergreen companion for your home. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ke...
Nov 27, 2023•11 min
In this episode, Ken Lain talks about what to do with those gnats on your houseplants. All your plants have come inside and you might have noticed those little black gnats floating around the tv, tablets, and windows. So how do you get rid of them? Find out more! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Listen to Mounta...
Nov 26, 2023•10 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great tips for how to repot houseplants and when to do it. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ Listen to Mountain Gardener ...
Nov 20, 2023•11 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener informs you of when you can prune blooming shrubs! He also talks about his recent trip to Europe! Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZ Follow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/ L...
Nov 19, 2023•11 min
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great gardening tips for this fall and winter. How to irrigate plants through the Winter? How often do you need to water dormant plants? Learn this and more in this episode. Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/...
Nov 17, 2023•4 min
