Ready to start canning? On today's Q&A I will give you a couple of resources to get you started. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Ball Blue Book of Home Preserving https://amzn.to/3eg5frw Free Masterclass Simplest Paths for Preserving Your Harvest May 12-13, 2021 https://journeywithjill.lpages.co/preserving-the-harvest/ Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://am...
May 07, 2021•6 min
Show Notes: Free Masterclass: Simplest Paths for Preserving Your Harvest May 12th & 13th Register here: https://journeywithjill.lpages.co/preserving-the-harvest/ (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 1...
May 04, 2021•31 min•Ep. 184
Which pollinator plants should you put in your garden? On today's Q&A we will talk about possible solutions to getting pollinators in your garden. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Pollinator Victory Garden - Kim Eierman https://amzn.to/3wTYuEj Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3kZXFDu Connect with Jill: Sign up for Friday Emails: https://journeywit...
Apr 30, 2021•7 min
Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Article on Mulching https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/vegetable_gardeners_make_use_of_organic_mulch_as_a_sustainable_and_smart_pr Texas A & M Article https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/library/gardening/mulching/ Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted ...
Apr 27, 2021•34 min•Ep. 183
What do I do about watering my garden? I will give you some tips in today's Q&A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Irrigation Podcast https://journeywithjill.libsyn.com/92-garden-irrigation-with-joe-lampl Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3kZXFDu Connect with Jill: Sign up for Friday Emails: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup Instagram: https:...
Apr 23, 2021•6 min
What can I do to attract more pollinators? Kim Eierman joins me today to talk about her new book "The Pollinator Victory Garden: Win the War on Pollinator Decline with Ecological Gardening." She will tell us how we can attract more pollinators and beneficial insects. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Connect with Kim Eierman https://www.ecobeneficial.com/ https://www.faceboo...
Apr 20, 2021•43 min•Ep. 182
How do I protect my garden from animals? Today I will give you a couple tips on how to keep critters out of your garden. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) YouTube Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCWoYtk0LUw Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3kZXFDu Connect with Jill: Sign up for Friday Emails: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup Instagram: ht...
Apr 16, 2021•8 min
Broccoli: What can go wrong? The second What can go wrong series, I'm letting you in on my mistakes I've made with Broccoli and what I learned. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 100% natura...
Apr 13, 2021•37 min•Ep. 181
How do I keep weeds from taking over? I will share a few tips on today's Q & A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3kZXFDu Connect with Jill: Sign up for Friday Emails: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeginnersgarden/ Beginner's Garden Shortcut FB Group: https://facebo...
Apr 09, 2021•6 min
Do you have a Greenstalk Vertical Garden Planter? Want to know what to grow in it or how it works? Today we are talking with Ashley from Greenstalk for all the insights. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Greenstalk Vertical Garden Planter Can be used outside or inside Just use potting mix Plant seeds or starter plants No weeding required Quickly stack up or down Use Promo Co...
Apr 06, 2021•44 min•Ep. 180
On today's Q&A I will give you a little guidance on what to do with volunteer plants that show up in your garden. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3kZXFDu Connect with Jill: Sign up for Friday Emails: https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeginnersgarden/ Beginner's Garden...
Apr 02, 2021•8 min
Today we are talking about how to use your chicken in the garden. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 100% naturally-occurring carbon, humic acid & fulvic acid source - along with excepti...
Mar 30, 2021•44 min•Ep. 179
What do I put on the bottom of my raised bed? In today's Q&A I will give you some ideas and why they might work for you. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Good Ideas, Inc . They offer a variety of sustainable products to help busy gardeners create the garden of your dreams. Rain Barrels Composters Planters Self Watering Raised Beds Get 10% off your purchase by entering t...
Mar 26, 2021•19 min
On today's episode we are going to focus on starting sweet potatoes. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 100% naturally-occurring carbon, humic acid & fulvic acid source - along with exce...
Mar 23, 2021•34 min•Ep. 178
Do you have questions about what soil to put in your raised beds? You are not alone! I'll touch on this topic in today's Q&A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Raised Bed soil problems https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2020/10/20/problems-with-raised-bed-soil-how-to-troubleshoot-and-revive-a-raised-garden-bed/ https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2020/03/09/3-raised...
Mar 19, 2021•6 min
Let's take a deeper look into planting carrots and what challenges you could face. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Carrot Rust Fly https://extension.oregonstate.edu/pests-weeds-diseases/insects/carrot-rust-fly-biology-management#:~:text=Since%20carrot%20rust%20flies%20are,search%20of%20egg%20laying%20sites . Pests & Diseases https://www.johnnyseeds.com/growers-library/...
Mar 16, 2021•36 min•Ep. 177
Thinking of getting away? How will my garden survive? I'll share a few tips on today's Q&A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Soaker Hose https://amzn.to/2ZSVnNF Timer https://amzn.to/3ksYjd7 Prepare for Vacation Blog Post https://journeywithjill.net/gardening/2018/04/24/5-ways-to-prepare-your-garden-for-going-on-vacation/ Complete Garden Planner https://journeywithjill....
Mar 12, 2021•6 min
I'm talking Grow Bags with Kevin Espiritu today. What are they, what do I grow in them, and more. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Kevin's Book Grow Bag Gardening https://amzn.to/2ZVsLmN Kevin's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/EpicGardening Past Episodes with Kevin https://journeywithjill.libsyn.com/113-urban-gardening-with-kevin-espiritu https://journeywithjil...
Mar 09, 2021•37 min•Ep. 176
How do I know when my soil temperature is right to direct sow cool season crops? I'll share some tips on today's Q&A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Soil Thermometer https://amzn.to/3ditXZz Complete Garden Planner https://journeywithjill.net/shop/ Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://amzn.to/3kZXFDu Connect with Jill: Sign up for Friday Emails: https://jour...
Mar 05, 2021•4 min
Today I'm chatting with Jessica Sowards of Roots & Refuge. She is a fellow Arkansas gardener and author of the new book The First Time Gardener Growing Vegetables. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Jessica's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTZN3HhejW1tOiRdLGUCGGA Jessica's Book-The First Time Gardener Growing Vegetables https://amzn.to/3uCSEG4 Organic RE...
Mar 02, 2021•42 min•Ep. 175
Do I need a fertilizer if I use compost? What is the difference? I'll clarify this for you on today's Q&A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Dream to Garden Course https://journeywithjill.net/dreamtogarden 158 - What's Wrong with My Raised Bed Soil? https://journeywithjill.libsyn.com/158-whats-wrong-with-my-raised-bed-soil Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Book: https://...
Feb 26, 2021•7 min
Today I'm diving into homegrown spices with Tasha Greer author of Grow your own Spices. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Dream to Garden Course https://journeywithjill.net/dreamtogarden Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardite, lignite, or other coals. Rather, it is a 10...
Feb 23, 2021•43 min•Ep. 174
What direction should my trellises face? I'll share a tip on what you should know when planning your vertical garden. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Dream to Garden Course https://journeywithjill.net/dreamtogarden A frame Trellis https://journeywithjill.net/a-frame-trellis-plans-download/ Complete Garden Planner https://journeywithjill.net/shop/ Vegetable Gardening for Be...
Feb 19, 2021•5 min
How do I put this garden layout puzzle together? I'll walk you through how I settled my garden layout for 2021. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Dream to Garden Course https://journeywithjill.net/dreamtogarden Thanks to our sponsor Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not an ordinary humic acid product that is chemically-extracted from leonardit...
Feb 16, 2021•41 min•Ep. 173
How close can companion plants be planted next to each other? Today, we will scratch the surface of that question. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Planting Essentials Masterclass http://journeywithjill.net/plantingessentials Dream to Garden http://journeywithjill.net/dreamtogarden Complete Garden Planner https://journeywithjill.net/shop/ Vegetable Gardening for Beginners B...
Feb 12, 2021•10 min
Have you ever researched companion planting? How do you keep all the information straight? Today, I want to share with you why I believe some combinations don't work and what I would change. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) LIVE Planting Essentials Masterclass http://journeywithjill.net/plantingessentials Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that it is not...
Feb 09, 2021•31 min•Ep. 172
When do I plant cool season crops? I will give you some tips to answer this question on today's Q & A. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) LIVE Planting Essentials Masterclass http://journeywithjill.net/plantingessentials Before You Sow Mini Course http:// Journeywithjill.net/beforeyousow Complete Garden Planner https://journeywithjill.net/shop/ Vegetable Gardening for Beg...
Feb 05, 2021•5 min
In today’s episode we’re talking about timing tips for tomatoes and peppers that go beyond simply knowing your average last frost date. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Planting Essentials Masterclass http://journeywithjill.net/plantingessentials Before You Sow Mini Course http:// Journeywithjill.net/beforeyousow Organic REV The first thing to understand about REV is that i...
Feb 02, 2021•37 min•Ep. 171
Which tomatoes are best for canning? Today, I am sharing which varieties I use in my own home canning. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Free Download "Choosing Goal-Focused Varieties" https://journeywithjill.net/beginwiththeend How to use a Kitchen Aid mixer to prepare tomatoes for canning using the fruit and vegetable strainer attachment https://journeywithjill.net/gardeni...
Jan 29, 2021•6 min
How do I want to use this vegetable, fruit, herb, or flower? If you're wondering what that looks like or means for you, we discuss all of the details that go into choosing your crops in today's podcast. Show Notes: (*links below contain affiliate links, which means if you click through and make a purchase, we will earn a commission at no extra cost to you.) Free Download: "Choosing Goal-Focused Varieties" https://Journeywithjill.net/beginwiththeend SoilKit provides everything you need to do a so...
Jan 26, 2021•42 min•Ep. 170
