Season 1 Episode 7—Planting the Garden with Dani Carroll
04/04/2026 | 21 mins.
Spring may feel like the time to plant everything, but a better garden starts with better timing. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are....
Season 1 Episode 6—Buzzing Carpenter Bees
03/20/2026 | 15 mins.
Spring has a way of announcing itself—and on this episode of Southern Ground, it comes with a buzz. Hosts Shane Harris and Chip East blend childhood memories with practical advice....
Season 1 Episode 5—It Starts with Soil
03/06/2026 | 40 mins.
Soil is one of the most asked about topics for many Alabama Extension professionals across the state. On today’s episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane Harris take....
Season 1 Episode 4—Starting Seeds Indoors
02/20/2026 | 35 mins.
Things are starting to grow on this episode of Southern Ground! For those who just can’t wait to get in the garden, starting seeds indoors is a great option, but....
Season 1 Episode 3—Fruit Selection
02/06/2026 | 28 mins.
The middle of winter is the prime time to start choosing the fruits that you may want to grow. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane....
Gardening and farming in the South come with their own unique challenges but incredible rewards. When questions arise, the Southern Ground podcast is your trusted source for answers. Tune in as Alabama Extension educators Chip East and Shane Harris from Auburn University dig into timely lawn and garden topics, tackle common problems, and share practical, proven solutions that you can use. This information is not guesswork or internet folklore; it is research-based guidance from two respected horticulturists with more than 50 years of combined experience helping growers succeed.
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