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Episode 62 – Blackberries – Bold, Juicy and Brambly
This week on The Beanstalk, we're diving into the sweet and productive world of blackberries! 🌱 From choosing the right variety and caring for your canes to harvesting perfectly ripe berries and tackling common pests organically, we'll cover everything you need to grow a thriving blackberry patch.
We'll also whip up a delicious homemade blackberry cobbler, share some fascinating berry facts, and finish things off with a deep dive into the science behind these incredible plants.
Whether you're planting your very first blackberry or managing an established patch, there's something here for every Fellow Bean. 🍇
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Episode 61 – Raspberries – Sweet, Simple, and Rewarding
🍓 The community requested it, and we're kicking off our new listener-inspired episode block with raspberries!
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dive into everything you need to know about growing healthy, productive raspberry plants—from choosing the right varieties and understanding primocanes versus floricanes to pruning, harvesting, companion planting, and keeping your patch thriving for years to come.
We'll also bake up a simple homemade raspberry crisp and explore some fascinating facts about one of the garden's sweetest perennial treats. 🌱🍓
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Episode 60 – In-Ground vs Raised Beds vs Containers – The Great Garden Debate
In Episode 60 of The Beanstalk, we tackle one of the biggest gardening debates: in-ground gardens, raised beds, or containers. 🌱
We break down the advantages, disadvantages, hidden costs, water needs, soil realities, accessibility concerns, and practical differences between each growing method. We also look at small backyard gardens, larger homesteads, indoor container growing, and why large-scale farms usually think about these systems differently.
Whether you’re just starting out or rethinking your whole garden setup, this episode is all about choosing the growing space that actually fits your life.
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Episode 59 – Peanuts – Peculiar, Productive, and Underground
This week on The Beanstalk, we're digging into one of the strangest crops you can grow: peanuts! From their surprising underground fruiting habit to their connection with soil health and nitrogen fixation, peanuts are far more fascinating than most people realize.
We'll talk varieties, growing tips, harvesting, seed saving, common challenges, and even make a batch of homemade peanut butter.
Whether you've grown them before or are just learning how they actually develop, this episode is packed with practical advice and a few surprises along the way. 🌱🥜🌿
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Episode 58 – Turnips – Humble, Hardy, and Helpful
Turnips might just be the most misunderstood vegetable in the garden, and in this episode of The Beanstalk, we're setting the record straight. 🌱
We'll explore sweet Japanese salad turnips, classic heirlooms, growing tips, common problems, and why this humble crop has been feeding people for thousands of years. Plus, we'll roast up some maple-glazed turnips and give those often-overlooked greens the attention they deserve.
Whether you're already a turnip fan or a lifelong skeptic, this episode might just convince you to give them another chance. 🥕✨
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Episode 57 – Fruit Trees – Patient, Productive, and Rewarding
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we're heading into the orchard to explore the world of fruit trees. 🌳
From apples and pears to peaches, plums, and nectarines, we cover choosing varieties, planting, watering, pruning, and dealing with common challenges. I also share some thoughts from this unusually warm winter and how it had me paying closer attention to chill hours and the health of my own trees.
Whether you're planting your first backyard fruit tree or already dreaming of a small orchard, this episode is packed with practical advice for the long haul. 🍎🍑🌱
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Episode 56 – Bok Choi – Crisp, Quick, and Versatile
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we take a deep dive into bok choi, one of the fastest-growing and most underrated vegetables you can grow. 🌱
We cover planting, harvesting, common pests, companion planting, and why this cool-season brassica deserves a permanent spot in more gardens. We also cook up a simple garlic ginger stir-fried bok choi recipe and explore the fascinating history behind this ancient crop.
Whether you're growing it for the first time or looking to improve your harvests, there's plenty to dig into in this episode. 🥬
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Episode 55 – Tea Gardens – Calm, Useful, and Underrated
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we slow things down and explore the world of tea gardens. 🌱
From mint and chamomile to lemon balm and lavender, we talk about growing herbs specifically for teas, relaxation, and everyday comfort. We cover harvesting, drying, common issues, and even put together a calming homemade tea blend straight from the garden.
It’s a quieter kind of gardening episode — but one that connects the garden to daily life in a really meaningful way.
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Episode 54 – Pumpkins – Massive, Mighty, and Misunderstood
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we finally dive deep into pumpkins — from giant sprawling vines to pie pumpkins and everything in between. 🎃
We talk growing techniques, pest issues, pollination, harvesting, storage, and why pumpkins are far more useful than most people realize. There’s also a warm roasted pumpkin soup recipe and a look into the surprisingly fascinating history and biology behind these massive plants.
Whether you grow pumpkins every year or have never tried them before, this episode is packed with practical advice and seasonal gardening energy.
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Episode 53 – Cooking Herbs – Flavor, Freshness, and Function
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dive into cooking herbs and how they transform both your garden and your kitchen.
🌱 Learn the difference between soft and woody herbs, how to grow them successfully, and how to harvest for the best flavor.
We also talk common issues, companion planting, and simple ways to use fresh herbs in everyday meals.
If you’ve ever wanted to take your cooking to the next level straight from your garden, this episode is for you.
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Episode 52 – Green Onions – Simple, Sharp, and Reliable
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dive into green onions — one of the simplest and most reliable crops you can grow. 🌱
From starting them from seed to regrowing them from scraps, we cover everything you need to keep a steady supply going. We also talk about common issues, harvesting methods, and how to make the most of this versatile plant in the kitchen.
It’s a small crop with a big impact on your everyday meals.
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Episode 51 – Salad Mixes – Fast, Fresh, and Endless
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dig into one of the fastest and most rewarding things you can grow — salad mixes. 🌱
From cut-and-come-again harvesting to building your own custom blend of greens, this episode is all about maximizing flavor and productivity in a small space.
We talk about what to plant, how to grow it, and how to keep the harvest going all season long. Plus, we wrap it all up with a simple, fresh garden salad straight from the soil to your plate.
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Episode 50 – Warm Winter – Strange, shifting and stubborn
Episode 50 of The Beanstalk dives into what it really means to garden through a winter that doesn’t feel like winter. 🌱
We talk about warm weather challenges, chill hours, pest pressure, and how to adapt when the seasons don’t follow the usual pattern. From garlic concerns to fruit trees and watering in dry conditions, this episode is all about staying flexible and learning as you go.
If your winter has felt a little off lately, this one will help you make sense of it.
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Episode 49 – Goldenrod – Bright, buzzing and misunderstood
This week on The Beanstalk, we’re clearing the air about Goldenrod and giving this bright late-season powerhouse the credit it deserves. 🌼
We talk about how to grow it, manage common pests and fungal issues, and why it’s one of the most important pollinator plants in late summer. You’ll also hear about companion planting, seed saving, and even a simple Goldenrod citrus honey tea you can try at home.
If you want bold color and buzzing life in your garden when everything else is fading, this episode is for you. 🌱
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Episode 48 – Blanketflower – Bold, blazing and resilient
This week on The Beanstalk, we’re diving into Blanketflower, one of the boldest and toughest bloomers you can grow. 🌼🔥
We talk about how to grow it, how to keep it thriving through heat and drought, and what to watch out for when pests or drainage issues show up. You’ll also get companion planting tips, seed saving advice, and a colorful summer skillet recipe inspired by those fiery blooms.
If you’re looking for long-lasting color and pollinator power, this episode is for you. 🌱
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Episode 47 – Rabbitbrush – Golden, Gritty, and Glorious
Episode 47 of The Beanstalk is all about rabbitbrush — a golden, drought-tough native that lights up the landscape in late summer and fall. 🌼
We explore how to grow it, manage common issues, save seeds, and design resilient gardens that support pollinators when they need it most. If you’re building a water-wise landscape or want bold color during the shoulder seasons, rabbitbrush deserves your attention.
Tune in for practical tips, ecological insights, and a honey-lemon dessert inspired by its glow. 🌿
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Episode 46 – Globemallow – Fiery, Fearless, and Resilient
Episode 46 of The Beanstalk is all about globemallow — a fiery, drought-tough native that thrives where other plants struggle. 🌞
We explore how to grow it, manage common issues, save seeds, and design water-wise landscapes that support pollinators. If you’re building a resilient garden in hot, dry conditions, this plant deserves a spot on your radar.
Tune in for practical tips, ecological insights, and a bold Southwest-inspired recipe to match its energy. 🌿
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Episode 45 – Milkweed – Wild, Vital, and Transformative
In Episode 45 of The Beanstalk, we’re diving into milkweed and why this bold native plant is essential for monarch butterflies and pollinators alike. 🦋
We talk about choosing the right species, managing pests organically, saving seeds, and building real habitat in your backyard. You’ll learn how milkweed supports entire ecosystems and how to grow it successfully in your own space.
If you’ve ever wanted your garden to truly make an impact, this episode is for you. 🌿
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Episode 44 – Nasturtium – Peppery, Playful, and Powerful
In this episode of The Beanstalk, we’re digging into nasturtiums — one of the most versatile and exciting plants you can grow. 🌿
From companion planting benefits to edible flowers and homemade pesto, we explore why this bold little annual deserves a spot in every garden. We talk pests, seed saving, varieties, and even the science behind that peppery kick.
If you want a plant that feeds you and protects your veggies at the same time, this one’s for you. 🌼
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Episode 43 – Yarrow – Tough, Timeless, and Useful
This week on The Beanstalk, John takes a deep dive into yarrow, a tough, ancient plant that’s been helping gardens and people thrive for thousands of years 🌿.
We talk about how to grow it, harvest it, handle common problems, and why it’s such a powerful ally for pollinators and soil health.
You’ll hear about its long history, its modern uses, and an easy way to bring it into your kitchen. If you’re looking for a low-maintenance plant with serious depth and purpose, this episode is for you.
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