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Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa

Stop Guessing. Start Growing. Welcome to the Ultimate Garden Blueprint. Body Copy: Most big-box store advice will get your plants killed. The intense sun, the heavy wind, and the local wildlife require a completely different set of rules. I"m Ken Lain, "Top 10 Gardener," and every week, I share the exact "un-killable" strategies we use to cheat the heat and build vibrant, blooming sanctuaries in USDA Zones 5–8. Don"t waste another season on generic advice. Hit that "+ Follow" button right now to

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11:31

🪴Interview with John Murphy – 2026 Rock the Garden

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2026/04/24

John Murphy is passionate about feeding people, and Watters Garden Center supports his mission. His nonprofit, the "Make 100 Healthy Foundation,” evolved into the Prescott Food Forest and the Gardeners of Destiny Training program. They empower people to grow their own food for health and sustainability. With over 500 members, they cultivate a fellowship of gardeners, sharing produce with local pantries. John’s mission? To make our community healthier, one harvest at a time. Learn More at

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10:32

🌿 Best Lavenders for Fragrance and Beauty

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2026/04/23

Part of the reason people love to visit Watters Garden Center is the fragrance that comes with all of those healthy, beautiful plants! Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share one of the most popular plants for Central Highlands gardens – Lavender. Lavender scents the garden with a heavenly aroma. Ken and Lisa will share the most fragrant varieties of Lavender and how to plant and care for them here.🌺Ken & Lisa Lain, the Mountain Gardeners Not already a Garden Club Member? Click

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7:23

🪴Insiders Garden Tips to the Best Spring Plants

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2026/04/22

The Central Highlands has a unique climate. Some plants grow incredibly well here, and others may struggle. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the best plants to make your garden a showplace this spring, and he won’t leave you without help! Information and care comes with every plant!#WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #SpringPlants, #BestSpringPlants, #CentralHighlandsSpringGarden

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3:29

Behind the Scene Follower Bonus: Glow in the Dark...

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2026/04/17

It's always fun to have something new and different in your garden! Watters Garden Center is bringing to the Southwest this year the Firefly Petunia, a beautiful white Petunia that when the lights are turned out, glows in the dark! Don't miss out on this innovative new flower!

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10:59

🦋 Trees that Save the Pollinators

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2026/04/17

Pollinators are crucial to the health of plants and flowers, but they are having a rough time with insecticides, and growth that shrinks habitat. Planting flowering trees for pollinators gives them shelter and food. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares tips for selecting, planting and growing trees that pollinators will love for years to come!🌺 Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener Subscribe for The Mountain Gardener updates! Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant

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10:37

🌳 5 Reasons to Update Your Landscape

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2026/04/16

Spring is here and gardeners are outside! While you’re planning for the season, take a look at your landscape – it might be time to update! Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share the reasons to spruce up your landscape for enjoyment, refreshment and curb appeal.🌺Ken & Lisa Lain, the Mountain Gardeners Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special

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10:57

🌳 Q & A - Why Evergreen Oaks Turn Yellow in Spring

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2026/04/14

For natural and organic gardening, beneficial insects can be your best friends! Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share how to use ladybugs and Praying Mantis to control aphids and other destructive insects in your garden. Ken and Lisa will also answer other garden questions during this segment.Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special Offers! https://wattersgardencenter.com/pages/garden-care-advantages 🌹Ken & Lisa

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10:45

🥕Vegetable Soil Prep for Maximum Growth

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2026/04/13

Would you like to plant vegetables that are the envy of your neighborhood? It starts with soil preparation! Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the ingredients for super soil preparation for a spectacular vegetable garden!https://themountaingardener.podbean.com/ 🥕Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener #WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #GardenSoilPreparation, #SoilforVegetableGrowth, #PlantingVegetables

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53:09

🎙️Welcome to Episode 26 – 14 of The Mountain Gardener...

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2026/04/12

Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters-Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! Get ready to catch Ken and Lisa's gardening bug! They're bursting with knowledge and passion for growing beautiful things, and they're ready to share it all with you. Don't miss out on this chance to level up your gardening game! Included in This Week’s Show: 🌻The Difference Between Hardiness Zones and Spring Frost Dates 🐞 Q & A - How to Use Ladybugs and Praying Mantis in the Gardens 🍅 Favorite Tomato Plant

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10:55

🌺 Growing Peonies for Fragrance and Beauty

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2026/04/10

Peonies are one of the most beautiful, long-lived flowering plants for the garden, and Watters has varieties that will thrive in our Central Highlands climate. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares tips for selecting, planting and growing Peonies that will provide garden beauty for many years to come!🌺 Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener Subscribe for The Mountain Gardener updates! Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special

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10:26

🌼 Top 10 Bloomers in the Spring Gardens

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2026/04/09

Spring is here and gardeners are eager for some color in the garden. Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share the best, most colorful spring annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees that bloom early in the season!🌺Ken & Lisa Lain, the Mountain Gardeners Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special Offers! https://wattersgardencenter.com/pages/garden-care-advantages #WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips,

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7:12

🍅 Favorite Tomato Plant for Mountain Gardens

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2026/04/08

Is there anything better than a sun-warm, ripe, delicious tomato from your own garden? Master Gardener Ken Lain shares the best tomato plants for our Central Highlands, how to plant them and how to get the best yield for a truly tasty summer treat!Subscribe for The Mountain Gardener updates! https://themountaingardener.podbean.com/ Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener #WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #GrowingTomatoes, #CentralHighlandsTomato,

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3:23

Follower Behind the Scenes Bonus - The 3 Types of...

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2026/04/03

Lilacs are bursting with color all over the Central Highlands. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the three types of lilacs that will bring a touch of early spring beauty to every garden!

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10:49

🇺🇸 250 trees for Americas 250th Birthday

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2026/04/03

2026 is America’s 250th birthday, and what better gift to land than to plant more trees for beauty and the environment? Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the partnership between the Daily Courier and Watters Garden Center to plant 250 native trees in our communities. You can preorder Arizona’s hardiest beauties for an Arbor Day pickup on April 24th. Watters has selected several champions for our mountain climate, including the vibrant Western Redbud, the elegant Prescott Purple Plum, and the

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10:15

🌼 Perennial Flowers that Bloom Early in Spring

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2026/04/02

If you’ve had enough of winter, Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain have the cure for your blues! Ken and Lisa share this week the large array of perennial flowers that bloom in spring, filling your garden with color year after year.🌺Ken & Lisa Lain, the Mountain Gardeners Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special Offers! https://wattersgardencenter.com/pages/garden-care-advantages #WattersGardenCenter,

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6:56

🌳 Helping Trees Bloom Better

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2026/04/01

Blooming trees can add spectacular beauty to your landscape. Master Gardener Ken Lain shares how to plant, feed and care for blooming trees to get the best display, year after year.Subscribe for The Mountain Gardener updates! https://themountaingardener.podbean.com/ Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener #WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #BloomingTrees, #CareofBloomingTrees

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53:04

🎙️Welcome to Episode 26 – 12 of The Mountain Gardener...

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2026/03/29

Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters-Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here!Get ready to catch Ken and Lisa's gardening bug! They're bursting with knowledge and passion for growing beautiful things, and they're ready to share it all with you. Don't miss out on this chance to level up your gardening game! Included in This Week’s Show: 🧑‍🌾 The Joyful Gardener and the Start of Spring 🌲Q & A: Atlas Cedar and Deodor Cedar - What's the Difference? ☕️ The Benefits of Coffee Grounds in the

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10:40

🌲Q & A: Atlas Cedar and Deodor Cedar - What's the...

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2026/03/24

Atlas and Deodor Cedars are both beautiful trees with unique growing habits and mature growth. Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share the difference between the two, where they are best planted, and how to care for them. Ken and Lisa will also answer other garden questions during this segment.Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special Offers! https://wattersgardencenter.com/pages/garden-care-advantages 🌹Ken & Lisa

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10:32

🧑‍🌾 The Joyful Gardener and the Start of Spring

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2026/03/23

Plant lovers, start your gardens! Spring is here, it’s a bit early this year, and gardeners are eager to get outside! Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the garden tasks that need to be done now, the newest plants and flowers for spring, when to plant and other garden wisdom! https://themountaingardener.podbean.com/ 🥕Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener #WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #SpringBloomingShrubs, #SpringTreePlanting, #Lilacs, #SpringFlowers

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2:47

Follower Behind the Scene Bonus: What is That Pink...

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2026/03/22

Have you wondered about those trees all over town with the vibrant pink blooms? Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares in this follower bonus about these beautiful trees and what they have to do with America's 250th birthday.

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