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Green Acres Garden Podcast

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Green Acres Garden Podcast
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    The Bee Episode: Swarms, Honey & Helping Pollinators

    06/23/2026 | 31 mins.
    Hey green thumbs! This week, Tim Dick the Beekeeper returns to the podcast to share his passion for bees and the vital role they play in our gardens and ecosystems. Tim shares how this past spring’s swarm season played out, simple ways to attract bees and other pollinators to your yard, and what to do if you get stung.
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    3 Steps to Garden Success in Zone 9B

    06/09/2026 | 28 mins.
    This week, Kevin covers his 3 keys to success in the garden: building up healthy soil, laying down thick layers of mulch, and smart irrigation. Did you know you can easily test your soil with the jar test? Ever wonder what Kevin's watering schedule is? Tune in to learn all of this and more.
    See Kevin's school garden in this tour video: The Most Inspiring School Garden
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    Grow Your Own Popcorn, Onions, Tomatoes and More

    05/26/2026 | 31 mins.
    This week Kevin meets with Dave Faoro from Veneto Gardens to hear about his recent adventures in the Galapagos hunting for endemic tomatoes, how he grows sweet corn and popcorn, as well as growing tips for other warm season vegetables.
    Watch Dave's video: Square Foot Gardening
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    Groundcovers: The Living Carpets

    05/12/2026 | 23 mins.
    This week, Kevin and Julie explore the surprisingly powerful world of groundcovers. Whether you’re filling gaps between pavers, softening borders, replacing thirsty turf, or creating a fragrant carpet of blooms, there’s a groundcover for every corner of the garden. Julie walks through her go‑to selections and the practical techniques she uses to help them spread, thrive, and support pollinators. 
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    How to Manage Spring Pests

    04/28/2026 | 27 mins.
    This week, Kevin meets with Julie from Our Water Our World to learn about the insects showing up in the garden as the days get warmer. Julie breaks down how to manage the pests, which insects are good and how to keep your plants strong and resilient to bug pressure through the season.
    For more information about IPM read this article: Integrated Pest Management
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    In the greater Sacramento area? Learn how to make your yard Summer Strong and discover water-saving rebates at BeWaterSmart.info.
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About Green Acres Garden Podcast
Green Acres Garden Podcast is the podcast that’ll teach budding gardeners like you to grow your green thumb. But whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned horticulturalist, you’re sure to learn something new. Get to know Kevin and Austin as they have conversations with community gardeners and gurus at Green Acres Nursery & Supply—they'll answer questions you didn't know you had.Topics include: ecological gardening, organic gardening, regenerative gardening, sustainable gardening, low-water gardening, drought-tolerant gardening, soil biology, no-till gardening, cover crops, mulching, composting, hot composting, cold composting, vermiculture, vermicomposting, worm castings, sheet mulching, drip irrigation, irrigation tips, waterwise gardening, raised bed gardening, square-foot gardening, backyard gardening, Sacramento gardening, Sacramento zone 9B, Mediterranean climate gardening, hot-climate gardening, Texas gardening, Texas native plants, zone-specific gardening, microclimate gardening, vegetable gardening, fruit trees, backyard orchard, berries, citrus, stone fruit, figs, tomatoes, peppers, perennials, annuals, herbs, companion planting, native plants, drought-tolerant plants, pollinator plants, edible landscaping, shade gardening, houseplants, seed starting, seed saving, pollinators, beneficial insects, bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, wildlife habitat, integrated pest management, natural pest control, garden ecology, soil microbes, fungal networks, mycorrhizae, trees, tree care, arboriculture, tree pruning, urban forestry, climate-ready trees, tree climbing, community gardens, school gardens, garden guests, garden education, nature education, gardening for kids, food literacy, ecological restoration, community greening, volunteer gardening, garden nonprofits, planting tips, harvesting tips, gardening mistakes, how to garden, beginner gardening, home gardening, garden design, landscaping ideas, backyard projects, sustainable living, homesteading basics, urban gardening, organic food growing, edible gardens, climate-smart gardening, grow your own food, pollinator habitat, drought gardening
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