Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Gardening season is year-round with Watters Garden Center's Ken Lain. The Mountain Gardener shares his secrets on how to have the most beautiful, blooming Prescott landscape.
Episodes
665 episodes
Bare Root v. Containerized Roses: Which Is Better?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses the difference between bare-root roses and containerized roses. Which type of rose is the better purchase? Listen in to find out.
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Holding Hills with Honeysuckle & More
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss holding hills with honeysuckle and more. Factors like watering and summer monsoon storms can wreak havoc on hillsides, and it's important to use the right plants f...
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Preparing Old Containers & Raised Beds for New Flowers Plants
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, talks about preparing old containers & raised beds for new flower plants. We're in the peak of planting season in the Prescott area. Did you properly prepare the soil? Are you going to use t...
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How to Make Flowers Bloom All Season Long
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares how to make flowers bloom all season long. Now is the perfect time to plant various flowers! Learn the difference between annuals and perennials, how to ensure your flowers bloom all seas...
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Chris Shipley of Civano Nursery
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats with Chris Shipley, owner of Civano Nursery in Tucson. Chris shares about his family's nursery and the low-maintenance, hardier native plants they provide to garden centers across the coun...
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Growing Better Vegetables and Herbs in Containers
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss growing better vegetables and herbs in containers. There are times when planting in containers rather than traditional garden plots can be beneficial. What are some key factors gard...
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Three Types of Tomatoes and Their Benefits
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, talks about three types of tomatoes and their benefits. Learn the basic types of tomatoes that are popular for home gardening as the planting season begins. Learn about the plant sizes, canning ...
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Raised Bed Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott chat about raised bed gardens and all you should know. How much sun should they get? What is the best soil for roses to thrive and bloom? Listen in to learn this and more!
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Insider Garden Tips to More Vegetables this Season
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses insider garden tips to grow more vegetables this season. Learn the importance of buying plants, especially less common varieties, as soon as they are available. It is also important to...
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What I Love Most About Gardening
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares what he loves most about gardening, emphasizing the therapeutic benefits as a way to manage stress and find joy. He also touches on the impact of recent moisture on plant growth as well a...
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An Interview with Douglas Forest of Armstrong Growers
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats with Douglas Forest, a plant expert of Armstrong Growers. The conversation highlights Armstrong Growers' unique structure as an employee-owned company that prioritizes partnerships with in...
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Updated Container Style with Spring Flowers
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss updated container style with spring flowers. Are you looking to update your container garden? What can you do to revitalize your old pots and make them look fresh with spring flower...
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Three Types of Yucca for Every Garden Style
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses three types of Yucca for every garden style. Did you know that Yucca can come in three different sizes? Learn all about the standard form, the "giant" variety, and the compact "break l...
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How to Grow Tree Roses in Containers
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to grow tree roses in containers. Learn what you should know about container gardening, including the appropriate pot size and soil, quality potting soil, and more. What else shou...
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Arizona Native Plants for Mountain Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, introduces listeners to a selection of his favorite native plants found in the central highlands of Arizona. Listen in to learn about eight resilient, blooming species as well as other notable n...
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Definition of Planting with Native Plants
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses the definition of planting with native plants. What constitutes a native plant? Are they all easy care, minimal upkeep plants or is there more to it? Listen in to find out.
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Jim Rupe Monrovia Nursery Interview
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats with Jim Rupe from Monrovia Nursery. Learn about Monrovia's history as a large-scale plant grower, along with some behind-the-scenes info on the company. These two plant experts also delve...
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Best Lavender for Fragrance and Beauty
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the best lavender to plant for fragrance and beauty. There are varieties of lavender including English and Spanish and all bring their unique characteristics. Learn about animal-res...
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9:30
Native Desert Willow and the Best Variety
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses Native Desert Willow and the best variety. This native Arizona beauty is drought-tolerant and appeals to pollinators. Some newly bred varieties of Desert Willow don't produce seed pods...
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Best Gardenia for Mountain Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the best gardenia for mountain gardens. Gardenia are often thought of as a southern plant instead of one that would do well in the Central Highlands. With all the variet...
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Top 10 Native Plants to Grow in Arizona
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about the top 10 native plants to grow in Arizona. Arizona Cypress, Silver Berry, and Manzanita are some great native plants that love the local weather. What other plants are on this top ...
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When Can Roses be Planted in Spring?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener talks about when roses can be planted in the spring. The weather is warming up and gardeners are eager to get those roses in the ground for some beautiful summer blooms. What should you be doing ...
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How to Grow the Top 10 Vegetables for an Increased Harvest
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares how to grow the top 10 vegetables for an increased harvest. Learn the importance of seasonal planting and understanding frost dates for optimal vegetable growth. Learn about techniques you...
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