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Beginning Gardener Fundamentals
Module 1 - Welcome to Beginning Gardener Fundamentals
Welcome and Introduction to Beginning Gardener Fundamentals (4:50)
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Module 2 - Gardening in Harmony with Nature (10:37)
Welcome to Module 2 (2:23)
Lesson 01: Organic Gardening: What is it and Why it Matters (4:20)
Lesson 02: Fundamental Principles - Introduction and Encouragement (3:15)
Module 2 Summary (0:39)
Module 3 - Plant Basics (43:24)
Welcome to Module 3 (1:17)
Lesson 01: Plant Basics: No Two Years Are the Same (1:49)
Lesson 02: Annuals vs. Perennials (3:55)
Lesson 03: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, and Hybrids (4:14)
Lesson 04: Indeterminate vs. Determinate (2:23)
Lesson 05: The Basics Plants Need to Thrive (2:00)
Lesson 06: What to Look For When Shopping for Plants (11:38)
Lesson 07: What to Look For When Buying Seeds (4:07)
Lesson 08: Understanding Seed and Plant Labeling (1:28)
Lesson 09: Timing: What to Know About Getting it Right (1:59)
Lesson 10: Top Plant Picks for an Edible Garden (5:31)
Lesson 11: Pollination Basics (2:24)
Module 3 Summary (0:39)
Module 3 Bonus 1 (PDF): Seed Catalog Recommendations
Module 3 Bonus 2 (Video): How to Make the Ultimate Tomato Cage
Module 4 - Garden Bed Basics; Raised Beds; In-ground, and Containers (43:40)
Welcome to Module 4 (1:11)
Lesson 01: Raised Beds - The Benefits and Drawbacks (5:30)
Lesson 02: Alternatives to Raised Beds (1:28)
Lesson 03: Placement: How To Site Your Beds For Best Results (3:16)
Lesson 04: Best Dimensions For a Raised Bed (7:05)
Lesson 05: Common Options for Building Raised Beds (9:26)
Lesson 06: In-ground Beds - The Benefits and Drawbacks (2:18)
Lesson 07: Foodscaping - Combining Edibles Into the Landscape (1:44)
Lesson 08: Considerations for Containers and Grow Bags (10:44)
Module 4 Summary (0:58)
Module 4 Bonus 1 (eBook): The Complete Guide to Raised Bed Gardening
Module 5 - Soil Basics (32:16)
Welcome to Module 5 (1:55)
Lesson 01: Assessing Your Current Soil - Much More Than Just Dirt (3:13)
Lesson 02: The Soil Food Web - An Ecosystem of Life Underground (6:22)
Lesson 03: Understanding Soil Types - Not All Soil Is Created Equal (3:34)
Lesson 04: Selecting the Right Soil and at the Right Price (5:07)
Lesson 05: Why Healthy Soil Matters - Healthy Plants Start From Great Soil (1:53)
Lesson 06: Understanding Soil pH - An Important Number You Should Know (8:27)
Module 5 Summary (1:45)
Module 6 - Composting Basics (30:07)
Welcome to Module 6 (1:29)
Lesson 01: What is Compost and Common Ingredients to Make It (3:54)
Lesson 02: The Benefits of Compost and How and Where to Use It (4:01)
Lesson 03: Brown vs. Green - The Essential Colors of Compost (2:53)
Lesson 04: Making Your Own Compost and Why You Should (4:33)
Lesson 05: Generating Heat - The Key to Quick Compost (5:42)
Lesson 06: Equipment Options for Making Compost (5:14)
Lesson 07: Buying Compost: When You Need More Than You Can Make (1:11)
Module 6 Summary (1:10)
Module 6 Bonus 1 (eBook): The Complete Guide to Home Composting
Module 6 Bonus 2 (Video): How to Make a DIY Pallet Compost Bin
Module 7 - Fertilizer Basics (26:46)
Welcome to Module 7 (1:19)
Lesson 01: Feed the Soil, So the Soil Can Feed Your Plants (1:49)
Lesson 02: The Purpose of Fertilizer and the Primary Nutrients (1:33)
Lesson 03: Organic vs. Synthetic (non-organic) Fertilizer (4:51)
Lesson 04: Understanding the Numbers on a Fertilizer Package (5:20)
Lesson 05: Application Methods and Common Mistakes (2:22)
Lesson 06: Heavy Feeders - Some Plants Have a Bigger Appetite (2:01)
Module 7 Summary (1:31)
Module 8 - Planting Basics (35:23)
Welcome to Module 8 (0:58)
Lesson 01: Light Requirements - What Plants Need to Thrive (2:15)
Lesson 02: Spacing - Providing Plants Room to Grow is Key (2:48)
Lesson 03: Planting Depth for Seeds and Seedlings (4:33)
Lesson 04: Maturity Rate - Accounting for Time to Grow (2:16)
Lesson 05: Hardiness Zones and Microclimates (2:50)
Lesson 06: Native Plants - Good for You and Your Ecosystem (1:57)
Lesson 07: Orientation and Layout of Your Garden for Peak Performance (4:57)
Lesson 08: Crop Rotation: Keeping Plant Families On the Move In Your Garden (3:53)
Lesson 09: Cool Season vs. Warm Season Edibles - Some like it Hot (2:16)
Lesson 10: Frost Protection - Tips for Extending the Season (3:13)
Lesson 11: The Planting Board - My Go-to Tool for planting and Spacing (2:39)
Module 8 Summary (0:48)
Module 8 Supplemental Resources: Hardiness Zones & Sunset Maps
Module 9 - Mulch (19:00)
Welcome to Module 9 (1:32)
Lesson 01: Mulch Basics: The Benefits and Why It’s a Must in the Garden (5:31)
Lesson 02: Types of Mulch: Picking the Right Mulch For Soil Productivity (6:27)
Lesson 03: Sourcing Mulch for Your Garden - Buyer Beware (3:19)
Lesson 04: Applying Mulch - How Much is Enough and Knowing How Much You Need (1:32)
Module 9 Summary(0:39)
Module 10 - Watering and Irrigation: Key Steps to Getting it Right (24:24)
Welcome to Module 10 (1:02)
Lesson 01: Why Water Efficiency Matters - More is Not Better (2:54)
Lesson 02: Watering Frequency Overview - How Much and How Often (5:22)
Lesson 03: Overwatering vs. Under-watering - How to Tell the Difference (1:50)
Lesson 04: Overhead Watering vs. Surface Drip or Soaker Irrigation (8:20)
Lesson 05: Watering Accessories - Making Your Irrigation Easier (3:58)
Module 10 Summary (0:58)
Module 10 Supplemental Resources: Vacation Preparation For Plants: What To Do Before You Go
Bonus Module 1 (13:56)
Welcome to the Bonus Module (0:49)
Lesson 01: Preparing Your Garden For Fall and Winter (3:01)
Lesson 02: Preparing for Spring (1:53)
Lesson 03: There’s Always More to Learn (6:40)
Bonus Module Summary (1:33)
Bonus Material - Putting the Garden to Bed in Fall
Bonus Module 2 - Plant by Plant Grow Guides
About This Module
How Do I Grow Artichokes?
How Do I Grow Basil?
How Do I Grow Beets?
How Do I Grow Broccoli?
How Do I Grow Brussels Sprouts?
How Do I Grow Cabbage?
How Do I Grow Carrots?
How Do I Grow Cauliflower?
How Do I Grow Corn?
How Do I Grow Cucumbers?
How Do I Grow Eggplant?
How to Grow Garlic
How Do I Grow Green Beans?
How Do I Grow Herbs?
How Do I Grow Lettuce?
How Do I Grow Melons?
How Do I Grow Okra?
How Do I Grow Onions?
How Do I Grow Parsnips?
How Do I Grow Peas?
How Do I Grow Peppers?
How Do I Grow Radishes?
How Do I Grow Spinach?
How Do I Grow Strawberries?
How Do I Grow Summer Squash?
How Do I Grow Swiss Chard?
How Do I Grow Tomatoes?
How Do I Grow Turnips?
How Do I Grow Winter Squash?
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May 12th, 2022-Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (52:19)
May 19th, 2022-Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (51:54)
June 9th, 2022-Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (44:32)
June 23rd, 2022- Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (49:19)
July 7th, 2022- Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (76:00)
July 21st, 2022-FINAL Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (50:50)
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April 15th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (115:00) (112:03)
April 29th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (111:00) (111:09)
May 6th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (106:00) (106:20)
May 14th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (63:00) (63:55)
May 27th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (70:00) (70:19)
June 9th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (57:26) (57:26)
June 16th 2021-Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (54:44) (54:43)
June 23rd 2021-Final Live Gardening Q&A and Hang Out With Joe (76:00) (76:36)
Lesson 01: Why Water Efficiency Matters - More is Not Better (2:54)
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