Everything you need to know about ducklings – sourcing, brooding, and rearing – is in this episode. Kristine Ellis of Dunkin Ducks even provides some extra tips and tricks that she has gathered in her multiple decades of caring for ducklings.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3VihtFwBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3KA2z8BBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3yQaTP4 EGHomesteading Book: https://growepic.co/3XeFEHzConnect With Kristine Ellis: Kristine

What structures do duck-keepers need to rear ducks safely? A water source and a shelter are obvious starting places. And you can even give your ducks a super deluxe living situation. Kristine Ellis discusses what they need, how to protect them, and what predators to expect. Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3XaJAJvBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3x6wcviBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3Xfw6ftEG Homesteading Book: https://growepic.co/4bS9GW1Connect With

Kristine Ellis knows how to provide the optimal profile of vitamins and nutrients for ducks. While you can just go to the feed store and purchase standard food for your ducks, there are ways to boost their nourishment. Here, she provides a complete breakdown of how to give them good food and a healthy life. Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4aWlc1nBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3XeDEPzBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/4ebNMi6EG Homesteading

In this episode, Kevin and Kristine Ellis of Dunkin Ducks compare and contrast domestic ducks and chickens. Turns out, on the homestead, ducks function in much the same way that chickens do with some marked differences. Ducks have stronger immune systems than chickens and tend to be much hardier in exposure to the elements.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3VzbEEUBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4egOHh6Book Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3Vibd0mEG

Master Gardener Fred Hoffman and his guests answers garden questions from listeners on the Tuesday edition of the Garden Basics podcast. The first question is about weed cloth and its impact on soil improvement and fertilization. Fred and Debbie Flower advise removing the weed cloth and using just mulch instead. The second question is about planting carrots in California's climate. Fred explains that carrots can be grown year-round in milder coastal climates, but in the Central Valley, they h...

It’s Duck week on the Beet! Kristine Ellis got started with ducks when her dad brought some home for her birthday. After creating a social media account for her ducks that went viral, Kristine developed Dunkin Ducks as a way to share her pets and educate people about duck rearing.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4eckpwaBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3KEGC8kBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3VyReMzEG Homesteading Book:

Welcome to the Q&A episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ for June, where Sarah & Josie answer listeners’ burning questions.In June’s episode, it’s the month of roses so we hear from our resident ‘Rose Queen’ how best to maintain them and whether or not they need deadheading. Sarah also shares the harvesting highlights of the edible garden, and we look at how best to maintain all your plants at their peak as we enter the scintillating start of the summer season.Get in touch:

You don’t need a lot of space to have your own pond. A fountainscape or pondless waterfall is easy to install on a patio. It’s even possible to have an above ground pond in a small space. With a little extra TLC, and the right balance, it will thrive.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4565ZJUBotanical Interests Shop Homepage:  https://growepic.co/3yHK5ADBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3X0a4NIEG Homesteading Book: https://growepic.co/3X1KvMcLearn More:  11 Aquatic Plants

This week on the Good Growing podcast we bring you a short gardenbite explaining what causes blossom end rot and why throwing eggshells in the planting hole at the beginning of the growing season might not be doing anything to help. Nick Frillman talks about calcium, tomatoes, and the best advice to prevent blossom end rot.Contact us! Chris Enroth: cenroth@illinois.eduKen Johnson: kjohnso@illinois.edu Check out the Good Growing Blog: https://go.illinois.edu/goodgrowingSubscribe to the

Fish are a critical part of ponds. Koi are commonly considered, but there are so many fish you can include in a pond. They become living artwork in the pond scape. But they also have a function! Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3UZ9T2kBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4c47kTOBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/4e8uREIEG Homesteading Book: https://growepic.co/4aKbSOaLearn More:  11 Aquatic Plants for Your Garden PondConnect With Greg the Pond Guy:Greg

Advice for an attack on half runner green beans. Plus, Grumpy shares his most shocking plant of the week. You can find us online at southernliving.com/askgrumpy Ask Grumpy Credits: Steve Bender aka The Grumpy Gardener - Host Nellah McGough - Co-Host Krissy Tiglias - GM, Southern Living Lottie Leymarie - Executive Producer Michael Onufrak - Audio Engineer/Producer Isaac Nunn - Recording Tech Jennifer Del Sole - Director of Audio Growth Strategy & Operations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener tells why June is the best month to plant perennial flowers. There are seasons that are great for planting certain types of flowers. So why is June so great for perennial planting? Listen in to find out.Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/

The careful composition of colour is a particularly joyful part of designing any garden, and choosing the right combination of palettes is among Sarah’s gardening pillars.Whether you’re a new listener to ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ or simply need a refresher, this episode is a fantastic foray into Sarah’s four palettes, and how best to combine the standout flowers from each.In this episode, discover:What first drew Sarah’s eye to the dark and rich palette in planting her ‘rebellious’ Oust GardenThe

Adding a water feature to your yard starts with a solid plan. Not only do you need to know where the water edge is, but you’ll need to think about landscaping, elevation, and how the pond fits into the landscape. Hiring a certified Aquascaper to create something magnificent is an option too. Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/3wQk7u9Botanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4bK4DH2Book Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3wRuDkSEG Homesteading Book:

Are you ready to build and use your own herbal apothecary? Herbalist, author and educator Mary Colvin joins us to talk about her new book, The Herbalist's Guide; how to build and use your own apothecary. We also dig into herbal energetics, working with local herbs and so much more!Mary is a registered herbalist of the American Herbalists Guild and the owner of Ancestral Herbology. She wants to inspire a new generation of herbalists and provide education and mentorship in the study of herbalis...

Tune in to celebrate the many joys of June--the beautiful weather, carefree childhood memories, the miracle of fireflies and all the berries! Also, hear Mary's reflection on the summer solstice and all the tips for planting by the signs of the moon for the month.Read more about Slow Living Through the Seasons HERE https://ladyfarmer.substack.com/t/seasonal-living PINE TREE GARDEN SEEDS Order their seeds today from superseeds.com and use our promo code: GOODDIRT2024 for 20% off your entire

Apologies once again for the delay in uploading the podcast - I am definitely on French time.Another RHS Chelsea report today. Hope you enjoy it.Stay warm, but do get your hands in the dirt as often as you can, it will make you feel good. AliSupport the Show.You can contact us at coach@yourgardencoach.nz Please follow our Instagram page @yourgardencoach_nz where we regularly upload interesting gardening tips Our website is under construction, as you know good things take time.Keep a look...

Gardens without water are incomplete, according to Greg the Pond Guy. There is no feature that will change a garden more than a pond. Not only is the sound of moving water relaxing, water features bring in wildlife and insects that support the ecosystem. It’s not just the water feature, but everything it entails.  Epic Gardening Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4bGsd7vBotanical Interests Shop Homepage: https://growepic.co/4bXNk5LBook Collection Page: https://growepic.co/3VqwzdmEG Homesteading

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share summer perennials that love blooming in summer. Summer is here and those summer perennials can make your garden really pop! So which perennials love blooming in the summer heat? Which ones love the full sun? Listen in to find out!Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: ht...

On this episode of The Julie Laughton Podcast, Julie discusses one of the most unique remodel projects she’s undertaken in Laguna Beach. This one of a kind home was designed by legendary OC home designer Chris Abel. Julie discusses the challenges facing remodeling and restoring this amazing home to a better than original condition! There are lots of challenges with this project, but Julie walks you through her process to get it on time and on budget!THREE SECRETS TO SUCCESS IN A MAN'S WORLD: