The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

The Beet: A Podcast For Plant Lovers

The Beet started its existence as the Epic Gardening Podcast but has grown into a one-stop shop for plant lovers. Each week, we explore topics ranging from beginner gardening tips to in-depth discussions with industry and science experts. Here, we’ll open up new gardening horizons, inspire you to greater heights, share new and exciting discoveries in agriculture, and fill your mind with freshly harvested information you can apply to your own gardening journey.

Episodes

June 9, 2025 63 mins
Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description:  In this episode of The Beet Podcast, Jacques digs into all things horticulture with plant expert Matt Mattus. From perennial care to picking plants for nonstop blooms, they explore the ins and outs of garden...
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Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet podcast, Logan chats with Jenny Angius and Sydney Roberts of Urban Roots in Reno, Nevada. On less than an acre, they're growing tons of food and building community. With raised and in-ground beds, their farm is a hands-on classroom for kids, parents, teachers, and students alike. About Urban Roots: Urban Roots began in 2009 with a mission to use gardening as a tool for S.T.E.A.M....
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This episode has been brought to you by Fox Farm, crafting soil and fertilizers since 1984. Supercharge your plants by locating a Fox Farm retailer near you: https://foxfarm.com/find-a-dealer/ Photographer Brian Brigantti and his partner Domonick moved from New York to Tennessee in 2020 to start Red Leaf Ranch. Now the author of Gardening for Abundance, Brian, joins Jacques on the Beet Podcast to talk about the joy and abundance...
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In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Kevin and Jacques discuss their thriving gardens. They cover everything from battling weeds and conserving water to growing corn and prepping for bigger harvests. With tomato and pepper season in full swing, they break down their go-to trellis technique (the Florida weave) and why it’s a game changer. Support The Beet: → Shop: https://growepic.co/shop  → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanical...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description: Natural gardens harmonize with their ecological, geological, and architectural surroundings. In this episode of the Beet podcast, Jacques talks with Kelly about how gardeners can learn from the land to creat...
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When most people think of fungi, they picture mushrooms—edible, poisonous, or psychedelic. But did you know that all mushrooms are fungi, but not all fungi are mushrooms? In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques dives deep into the mysterious and massive Kingdom of Fungi with Dr. Gordon Walker. From their biological roles to mind-blowing forms, get ready to discover fungi like you’ve never seen them before. Connect with Dr. Go...
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Episode Description:  In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques chats with Louis Giller, a longtime friend of the pod and representative of North Spore, a Maine-based mushroom company. They dig into how you can grow mushrooms at home, from your kitchen counter to a bucket or in your garden beds. They even cover the benefits that mushrooms bring to your soil. Check out the North Spore Mushroom Collection in the Epic Gardening ...
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This episode has been brought to you by Fox Farm, crafting soil and fertilizers since 1984. Supercharge your plants by locating a Fox Farm retailer near you: https://foxfarm.com/find-a-dealer/ Episode Description: Spring has officially sprung, and Jacques and Kevin are enjoying it! In this episode of the Beet Podcast, they get into the nitty-gritty of garden glow-ups with spacing tweaks, topping peppers, and pruning basil. With ...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description:  Did you know plants can boost your serotonin and dopamine levels? Chartered Horticulturalist and British Plant Profiler David Domoney does – and that’s not all. From houseplants to wild landscapes, David explo...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Rick Bickling shares the secrets to building a square foot garden! This efficient, space-maximizing method is a game-changer for gardeners. As a Master Gardener and Certifie...
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In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Kevin sits down with Michael Key, the brains behind Impello Biosciences, to dive deep into the fascinating world of biostimulants and microbial magic for plant health. From boosting productivity to promoting plant resilience, Michael unpacks the science behind these powerful tools. Tune in to discover how to apply these game-changing principles to make your garden flourish!  Connect with Michae...
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In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques chats with Ben Raskin and Andy Dibben, authors of Silvohorticulture. They dive into this innovative technique of planting trees alongside crops, turning trees into the garden's stars while enhancing crop production with the perfect balance of light, water, and soil. Tune in to learn how to bring this tree-powered magic to your own backyard! Connect with Ben Raskin and Andy Dibben: Ben R...
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Get ready for a fun chat between Jacques and Kevin as they dive into their spring gardening plans! Jacques is already gearing up with tons of pepper and tomato seedlings, while Kevin is developing his strategy, waiting for San Diego’s June Gloom before making his move. Tune in for some great ideas to try in your own garden! Support The Beet: → Shop: https://growepic.co/shop  → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests  Learn...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Logan chats with Winnie Pitrone of Flora of the Fields, a biodynamic flower farm in Mendocino. Winnie grows vibrant tulips, ranunculus, anemones, daffodils, and more, crafti...
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Marryn Mathis went from a career in finance to full-time flower farming in a very short period. Since then, she has mastered growing sweet peas, dahlias, and more on her ten-acre farm in the Pacific Northwest. In this episode of the Beet Podcast, she and Jacques discuss the flower craze, and dive into the particulars of growing great sweet peas. Learn More: When to Plant Sweet Peas: Tips For Your Zone Connect with Marryn Mathis: ...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Vermicomposting is the topic of today’s conversation with Jacques and Steve Churchill. They cover Steve’s entry into the field, all the way to his founding of the Urban Worm Company. They also discuss how to build your own system f...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Longevity in the garden doesn’t typically cross a gardener’s mind, as the seasons’ cycles and the life of plants predominate. But Madeline Hooper found that proper and consistent body movement dispels the myth that gardening is ine...
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Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet In this full episode of the Beet Podcast, Jacques and Kevin soak up the sun, cherish their garden holdovers, and get excited about the Seattle Northwest Flower and Garden Show! Spring is coming, the bees are out in full force, and ...
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Epic Gardening is heading to Seattle for the Northwest Flower & Garden Festival from February 19-23, 2025 at the Seattle Convention Center! Come visit our interactive Epic Gardening booth to shop your favorite Epic products, score exclusive show discounts, and enter huge giveaways - plus, you’ll get to meet Kevin and Jacques in person! We’re also sponsoring the Small Space Solutions Stage, happening daily at 4 PM, featuring exper...
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Returning guest, Katie Krejci is all about living healthier and more self-sufficiently by relying on the land and growing her own food. Her homesteading journey has been anything but easy, especially after moving to a sprawling 240-acre lot in Minnesota. In this episode of the Beet Podcast, Katie and Jacques dive into her journey, the lessons learned from failure, and how it’s all shaping her path to sustainability. Learn More: Wh...
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