Seeds & Weeds Podcast

Some herbs we can grow, others we can gather.. while some herbs might need to be purchased. In this episode we're exploring the many ways we acquire herbs!We'll chat about some of the best herbs for growing and why we love having an herb garden. Hear from forager George Barnett about when to gather our herbs and why its so important to be safe and responsible foragers!Learn more about George's work at The Hungry Forager at https://www.thehungryforager.com/Listen to the full conversation with George from S2E8 - Foraging Wild Edibles w/ George Barnett https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/foraging-wild-edibles-george-barnett/We also sit down with Tommy Nevar, VP of Branding at Mountain Rose Herbs who will walk us through the many labels we might encounter while we're shopping for herbs. Shop the Mountain Rose Herbs store at https://mountainroseherbs.com/Bevin will be visiting the MRH store in Seattle this June.. here's a link to the FB event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1QpsD4immM/Check out our Herb CoOp - https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Join our Patreon community - https://www.patreon.com/c/smallhousefarmBefore the interview we share some updates from around Small House including our recent LIVE event - you can watch the replay on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/live/aP7_0w2NBa4?si=hinTBvvjBrmSWKDSSupport the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

We're taking a deep dive into seeds! Let's explore our relationship with seeds and how seeds can be found everywhere! We also talk about how to grow a Three Sisters Garden, sharing our experience after reading Buffalo Bird Woman's Garden. You can watch our full Three Sisters Youtube video at https://youtu.be/0SyKclXdz-A?si=pFijygMfF5_sGMd_ This is one of our most popular videos! Bevin shares advice for growing healthy and productive corn - from sunlight and soil requirements to proper watering and planting depths plus the perfect time to harvest your corn - whether you're growing sweet corn, popcorn, flour or flint varieties. He also covers pollination and how to avoid cross pollination issues. If you're still shopping for beans and other seeds, check out our collection: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/At the top of the show, we share some personal updates including news from our recent trip to Spain. We found some of our favorite herbs growing wild on the Iberian Peninsula and Heather wrote a fun blog about the experience for our Patreon community. Join our community and enjoy plenty of perks while supporting our small business: https://www.patreon.com/c/smallhousefarmBevin also has a chance to sit down with The Urban Farm's Greg Peterson to talk about The Great American Seed Up and Seed Up in a Box! Learn more about this awesome opportunity to help supply your community with high-quality seeds! https://greatamericanseedup.org/sib/You might remember Greg from S1 Ep15 of the podcast; https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/5questions-greg-peterson-urban-farm/Support the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Spring has returned and we're ready to celebrate! This is the season of renewal and we're talking about some of our favorite spring plants.. What are we planting and what's popping up in the wild? We also dig a little deeper into one of our favorite spring herbs - stinging nettles! Learn more about this important plant - where it grows, how to harvest it plus the many ways that we can make use of this powerful ally in the kitchen and the apothecary.  Have you ever wondered what the equinox really is? We explore the background and meaning of this astronomical phenomenon. Its an exciting time of year and there's already so much happening! Bevin's new book, Herbs in Every Season, is out March 25th!! In this episode, Heather reads an excerpt from the Spring chapter opening. We are so excited to share this new book with you! Herbs in Every Season offers gardeners, herbalists, cooks, and homesteaders a new way of looking at herbs throughout the year. In the book, Bevin encourages a year-round perspective on growing and using herbs in tandem with the seasons.Order your copy today at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/We've also been busy packing up seasonal herb boxes for our Patreon community! The Spring box is packed full of unique and useful seasonal herb products including a Delicious Nettles Tea! You can learn more about our Patreon community and sign up up to receive your own specially curated gift box at https://www.patreon.com/c/smallhousefarmSpringtime means seed planting time!You can browse the Small House Farm seed store athttps://www.smallhousefarm.com/Support the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showBevin's new book, Herbs in Every Season, is now available for preorder! Order now to receive a FREE membership to our Patreon community and other great gifts!Books begin shipping in March..https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/herbs-in-every-season/ The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

It's time to start planning and planting the garden! This is one of the most exciting times of year - dreaming and scheming for our best garden yet!In this episode we cover three simple steps to get the garden growing, from sun and soil to seeds and lights.We talk about soil testing, seed starting mix, transplanting schedules and germination tests. We also dig into the seed stash and talk about all the seeds we're planning to buy this year, and the seed companies we're shopping with!See our Seed Starting Tips & Tricks video on Youtube https://youtu.be/pEvbvYLrPa0?si=ZQByYqYKPjktINx4Check out our Top Five Favorite Seed Catalogs from Season 1 Episode #2https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/5questions-joseph-lofthouse/Find the seed companies we mention in this episode:Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds https://www.rareseeds.com/Eden Brothers - https://www.edenbrothers.com/Fedco - https://www.fedcoseeds.com/Great Lakes Staple Seeds - https://greatlakesstapleseeds.com/Learn more about germination testing your seeds and connect with our community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/smallhousefarmYou can browse the Small House Farm seed store athttps://www.smallhousefarm.com/Support the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showBevin's new book, Herbs in Every Season, is now available for preorder! Order now to receive a FREE membership to our Patreon community and other great gifts!Books begin shipping in March..https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/herbs-in-every-season/ The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

We're kicking off our third season with something new and different. Today we're celebrating SEED SWAP DAY! What's seed swap day? We're glad that you asked - you'll learn all about this national seed sharing initiative when we travel back in time to the year 2021!Learn more about National Seed Swap Day on Youtube: https://youtu.be/dzORyZTYmjA?si=_PEYsKtzpFDNdLBlConnect with the Community Seed Network and Seed Savers Exchange:https://www.communityseednetwork.org/https://seedsavers.org/Check out the Central Indiana Seed Swap:https://hcmga.org/public-education/heirloom-seeds-program/seed-swapIt's time to start planning our 2025 gardens. Bevin shares five seeds that you need to grow this year! Try growing something new this season and remember to have fun in the garden! Heather joins us in the Seeds & Weeds studio for an exciting tea tasting adventure! We'll be sampling four herbal tea blends that Heather created last year for members of our Patreon community! Each season, members of our community receive specially curated gift boxes, full of unique, handcrafted herbal products, including these amazing teas.We sample four teas: Rise, Rosso, Adapt and Forest. Learn about the different herbs we use, plus some tasting notes, growing tips and all sorts of useful herbal info! You can learn more about joining our Patreon community at https://www.patreon.com/c/smallhousefarmOur tea tasting was inspired by our season two episode featuring Youtuber Wendi Phan. You can listen to that episode at https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/grow-exotic-plants-wendi-phan/You can browse the Small House Farm apothecary and seed store athttps://www.smallhousefarm.com/Support the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Grab a pillow - this episode is going to put you to sleep! ;) Maria Noël Groves, clinical herbalist and award-winning author, is here to talk about her new book, Herbal Remedies for Sleep. Learn about adaptogen and nervine herbs - how they're different and when to use them, plus Maria will share some of her favorite ways to work with herbs like lavender, lemon balm, holy basil and blue vervain! Find Wintergreen Botanicals and explore Maria's classes and herbal courses at https://wintergreenbotanicals.com/Order your copy of Herbal Remedies for Sleep at https://wintergreenbotanicals.com/book/You can browse the Small House Farm apothecary and seed store athttps://www.smallhousefarm.com/Support the podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showMake THIS holiday handmade with Small House Farm! We have a great selection of handmade herbal products that make perfect gifts for your friends and family. We have books for gardeners, homesteaders & herbalists.. we also offer handcrafted lotions and salves, plus herbal teas and heirlooms seeds!https://www.smallhousefarm.com/ The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Grow, harvest and enjoy exotic and interesting herbs and edibles - even in the smallest spaces! Garden educator and Youtuber Wendi Phan joins us to talk about growing exotic plants in her suburban garden in Los Angeles, some of her most popular Youtube videos and she shares tips and advice for those of us interested in growing exotic plants in our gardens. We also sample some of Wendi's classic jasmine green tea. Hear our tasting notes and learn more about harvesting and processing green tea.Wendi talks about her popular Youtube video demonstrating an easy way to propagate sweet potatoes. Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/ueb-Fcuzc4U?si=OIdQxzK1i3892a8cShe also mentions her video about growing ginger: https://youtu.be/CpR0BtuorA4?si=K5aN13mT9MMb_FNfWendi Phan is a small space gardener who shares her passion for gardening through YouTube and other social media platforms, featuring rare plants, DIY projects, and vertical gardening. She inspires others to nurture their green thumbs and grow food in limited spaces, and she speaks at events to educate about small-space gardening. Wendi also offers a curated selection of plants and specialty teas in her online store, bringing nature to your home.Learn more about Wendi and shop for exotic plants, seeds and her (delicious) teas at https://wendiland.com/Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showMake THIS holiday handmade with Small House Farm! We have a great selection of handmade herbal products that make perfect gifts for your friends and family. We have books for gardeners, homesteaders & herbalists.. we also offer handcrafted lotions and salves, plus herbal teas and heirlooms seeds!https://www.smallhousefarm.com/ The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Grow your best garlic ever with farmer Kristin Graves! Kristin will tell us about planting, growing and harvesting garlic and will share tips to help us produce abundant harvests of this pungent allium.She also talks about using garlic to create value-added products, how to properly dry and cure garlic, black garlic cheesecake, The Garlic Goddess and so much more!Kristin Graves is a fifth-generation farmer in Alberta, Canada and the author of The Garlic Companion. In addition to her vegetable CSA, she focuses on growing fresh garlic for local markets and creating value-added products to ship across Canada.Learn more about her work at www.fifthgengardens.caKristin's new book The Garlic Companion is now available everywhere books are sold and on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Garlic-Companion-Recipes-Preservation-Techniques/dp/1635866863Follow Kristin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fifthgengardensBefore the interview Bevin talks about teaching at the Seed Savers Exchange virtual seed school. Learn more about Seed Savers Exchange: https://seedsavers.org/Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

A special bonus episode of Seeds & Weeds! From 2021-2024, our friends at Hobby Farms hosted the Growing Good Podcast, a program about small-scale, sustainable farming. Bevin was a guest on the show in 2022 to talk about his book, The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils. Unfortunately, Hobby Farm as decided to discontinue the show, but generously gave us permission to rebroadcast Bevin's episode here on Seeds & Weeds!Please enjoy this encore episode of Growing Good. Host Lisa Munniksma talks with Bevin about the early days of Small House Farm, his book Seed & Nut Oils, seed libraries and some of the lessons that Bevin has learned along the way.You can get a copy of Bevin's book The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils athttps://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/Check more episodes of Growing Good at https://www.hobbyfarms.com/podcasts/Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Grow and harvest fragrant lavender for the kitchen and apothecary!Author, chef, and lavender farmer Terry Vesci joins us to talk about her new book The Lavender Companion. We'll learn how to grow and harvest lavender, the best cultivars for culinary and medicinal uses and some of Terry's favorite ways to use lavender. She'll also share some tips to help us overwinter our lavender plants!Terry Vesci is the co-owner of Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm in Pine, Arizona, which welcomes thousands of visitors each year and includes a successful online business. Vesci leads the Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm Cooking and Baking School, where she teaches hands-on classes about cooking with lavender. Learn more about Terry and Pine Creek Canyon Lavender Farm:https://www.pinelavenderfarm.comOrder a copy of The Lavender Companion:https://www.amazon.com/Lavender-Companion-Flavor-Benefits-Classic/dp/1635866847Before the interview Bevin share some thoughts on the changing seasons, mindfulness and the importance of enjoying the moment.We've been busy cleaning and packing seeds! New varieties of rare and heirloom veggies, herbs and flowers are now available in our online seed store.. check it out! https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Let's dig into the wild world of fungi to explore the magic of mushrooms. We'll talk about growing and harvesting mushrooms and using the mushrooms as both food and medicine - plus recipes for double mushroom extract and delicious shiitake duxelles. This is a mushroom laced episode of Seeds & Weeds! Learn how to grow shiitake mushrooms on logs!Video 1: https://youtu.be/wh6PeZDriNU?si=yUwWQqLY3DUX7E6EVideo 2: https://youtu.be/Xr5UzHWQusM?si=qlSj780YmRajCjx6Listen to our interview with Erin Hamilton from The Mushroom Conservatory:https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/erin-hamilton-mushroom-conservatory/Grow your own oyster mushrooms with Erin's kit!https://themushroomconservatory.com/Learn more about Terra Madre and Slow Food:https://www.slowfood.com/Shop for Small House Shiitake Tincture:https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/shiitake-tincture/Use coupon code 'thanks15' to get 15% off your purchase!Enjoy more recipes like shiitake duxelles with Bevin's book The Heritage Pantry:https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/Thank you to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog.Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Which came first - beer or bread? Let's explore fermentation, the history of food, and the work of Dr. Julia Skinner. Julia Skinner is a food historian, educator and founder of Roots, a fermentation and food history company that bridges the gap between modern people and historic food. Dr. Skinner holds a PhD in Library and Information Science and is the only historian or food writer in the US to win two 40 under 40 awards in one year. Julia is joining us on the show today to talk about her fermented life.We're talking about Julia's book, Our Fermented Lives; A History of How Fermented Foods Have Shaped Cultures & Communities. We'll also dig into her latest projects, The Culinary Curiosity School and The Fermentation Oracle. Bevin draws a card from the oracle.. and you won't believe what happens! Connect with Julia:https://juliacskinner.com/Learn more about Root:https://root-kitchens.com/The Culinary Curiosity School:https://culinarycuriosityschool.com/Order your copy of Our Fermented Lives:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/julia-skinner/our-fermented-lives/9781635863833/Order The Fermentation Oracle:https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/julia-skinner/the-fermentation-oracle/9781635868326/Join our Patreon community to support the program and enjoy incredible perks like seasonal herb boxes, exclusive episodes of the podcast, access to our herb co-op and so much more!You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the show

Let's get wild! Herbalist Megan Edge joins us to talk about foraging, ethical harvesting, working with invasive plants, wild lettuce, medicinal mushrooms and so much more! Megan Edge comes from a long line of foragers and, having foraged across Canada in both wild and urban settings, she has a wealth of experience to share. A generational forager, Megan has ethically harvested from the forest since a child and now, through her shop, Beyond the Garden Gate, she shares Mother Nature's healing bounty with her herbal teas, salves and tinctures.Learn more about Megan's work at www.meganedge.caShop Megan's line of herbal products: www.beyondthegardengate.caDownload two FREE e-books written by Megan:10 Easy to Grow Culinary and Medicinal Herbs for Your Garden 10 Easy to Grow Culinary and Medicinal Flowers for Your GardenFollow the link and when prompted, use the password gardengate to access and download both books; http://www.beyondthegardengate.ca/ebooks.htmlIf you'd like to learn even more about using herbs to craft medicinal teas, tinctures and oils, check out Bevin's award-winning book, The Artisan Herbalist at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/Join our Patreon community to support the program and enjoy incredible perks like seasonal herb boxes, exclusive episodes of the podcast, access to our herb co-op and so much more!You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the show

We've got tomatoes on our mind! Bevin shares a story of Thane Earle, famed Wisconsin seed saver most well known for introducing the world to the Amish Paste tomato! Hear about Thane's incredible collection of seeds; more than 1000 varieties of tomatoes and hundreds of beans! We dig into the history of the classic Amish Paste tomato and meet other dedicated seed savers including Lee Stoltzfus from the Landis Valley Museum in Pennsylvania and Tom Hauch, founder of Heirloom Seeds. Bevin was recently a guest on Wisconsin Public Radio's Morning Show with Kate Archer Kent. We've included the entire interview in this episode of the podcast! Bevin and Kate discuss Thane Earle's legacy, seed saving, the Michigan Seed Library Network and much more! Thanks to WPR for allowing us to share this conversation! To wrap up the episode, Bevin shares some info about oregano - how to grow, harvest and use this pungent and wonderful herb.You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the Show.

Want to make your own Vitamin A oil from homegrown carrots? Learn how to do it, plus so much more, from Zehra Murthy, UCSF scientist and owner of Belfiore Herbal!Let's take a deep dive in homegrown botanicals, working with hydrosols and the science of skincare. Zehra Murthy is a scientist at University of California where she's spent the last 40 years studying cellular and molecular biology and she's applied that knowledge to the creation of Belfiore Herbal, a line if botanical skin care products crafted with herbs grown right on the farm! Learn more about Zehra's work and her line of botanical products at https://belfioreherbal.com/Before the interview Bevin unpacks his busy summer schedule. If you can, make plans to join him at some amazing events including:Michigan Master Gardeners Conferencehttps://www.canr.msu.edu/master_gardener_volunteer_program/master_gardener_conference/National Heirloom Expohttps://www.rareseeds.com/national-heirloom-expoOhio Paw Paw Festivalhttps://ohiopawpawfest.com/Terra Madrehttps://2024.terramadresalonedelgusto.com/en/You can find a full listing of Bevin's events athttps://www.smallhousefarm.com/calendar-of-small-house-events/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showWe're teaming up with our friends at PERMIES to help you kickstart your permaculture journey! The Permaculture Adventure Bundle has over $600 worth of resources to help you reach your sustainable homesteading goals including a digital copy of SAVING OUR SEEDS. This amazing collection can be yours for only $65 when you sign up today! www.smallhousefarm.com/permaculture-adventure-bundle The Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the Show.

You've harvested some amazing produce from your garden - Now what? Author and TikTok sensation Sarah Thrush joins us to talk about canning, food preservation and her new book, Preserving With A Purpose. Sarah is a third generation canner and and expert in home food preservation. She shares some tips and tricks to help us succeed with our canning projects as well as some of her favorite recipes!Sarah Thrush is known for her passion for canning and preserving food. She shares her knowledge and experience on food preservation through her posts, videos and recipes in TikTok and YouTube. She started her journey as a canner when she was only 8 years old when she learned how to can and preserve food from her grandmothers and mother.Connect with Sarah at:https://www.tiktok.com/@peeliesnpetalshttps://www.youtube.com/@PeeliesNPetalsBefore the interview Bevin talks about his new food preservation book, The Heritage Pantry. Learn how to can, dehydrate, smoke, salt and ferment your foods with this new guide: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/We're also excited to share that our first Bleu de Provence tomatoes are starting to ripen! This is a very special tomato from southern France - and its beautiful too; bright pink fruits with dark blue shoulders. We're looking forward to to having seeds to offer to everyone interested. You can keep an eye on our seed store at: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showWe're teaming up with our friends at PERMIES to help you kickstart your permaculture journey! The Permaculture Adventure Bundle has over $600 worth of resources to help you reach your sustainable homesteading goals including a digital copy of SAVING OUR SEEDS. This amazing collection can be yours for only $65 when you sign up today! www.smallhousefarm.com/permaculture-adventure-bundle The Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the Show.

Hydrosols are aromatic waters produced by steam distillation of botanicals. Learn about these unique herbal products, the distillation process, and more with clinical aromatherapist Liz Fulcher. Liz also shares her Top 5 hydrosols and how to use them!Liz Fulcher brings over 33 years of essential oil experience, research, and education to her work as a clinical aromatherapist, educator, podcast host, and distiller.Since 1997 Liz has been teaching and making it easy for others to safely and effectively use essential oils and hydrosols. In 2010 she founded the Aromatic Wisdom Institute where she offers online training on essential oils and hydrosols as well as an Aromatherapy Certification Program.Learn more about Liz's work at https://aromaticwisdominstitute.com/Listen to her podcast: https://www.aromaticwisdompodcast.com/Listen to Bevin's conversation with aromatherapist Amy Anthony at https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/amy-anthony-nyc-aromatica-top5-essential-oils/After the interview, Bevin explores the many uses of mint, in the kitchen and the apothecary. He shares a bit of herbal history and gardening tips to help you make the most of your mint harvest!You can learn more about mint in Bevin's award-winning book, The Artisan Herbalist. It's available at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showWe're teaming up with our friends at PERMIES to help you kickstart your permaculture journey! The Permaculture Adventure Bundle has over $600 worth of resources to help you reach your sustainable homesteading goals including a digital copy of SAVING OUR SEEDS. This amazing collection can be yours for only $65 when you sign up today! www.smallhousefarm.com/permaculture-adventure-bundle The Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the Show.

Garden to glass beverages can bring joy and relaxation into your life. Learn how to make seasonal botanical cocktails (and mocktails) with author and herbalist Tenae Stewart!Tenae Stewart is a certified astrologer and spiritual coach. She is on a mission to embody simplicity in daily rituals and self-care practices, as these can be such supportive tools in our busy, modern world. Her work empowers others to create rituals and to connect with the earth in ways that fit effortlessly into their real lives. Today, Tenae is joining us on the show to talk about her new book Botanical Cocktails.We'll talk about crafting delicious cocktails from seasonal herbs, why working in tune with the seasons is important, the value of mindfulness and much, much more! Tenae even shares some of her favorite recipes with us! Learn more about Tenae's work at https://witchoflupinehollow.com/Order your copy of Botanical Cocktails: 50 Garden to Glass Beverages for Every Season at https://www.amazon.com/Botanical-Cocktails-Garden-Glass-Beverages/dp/1510778128Before the interview Bevin talks about his recent trip to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. It was a super fun event and very well attended! Learn more about the conference and make plans to join us in 2025 at https://modernhomesteading.com/While in Coeur d'Alene, Bevin visited two fantastic restaurants! Vine & Olive: https://www.vineandolivecda.com/Vicino Pizza: https://www.vicinopizza.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showWe're teaming up with our friends at PERMIES to help you kickstart your permaculture journey! The Permaculture Adventure Bundle has over $600 worth of resources to help you reach your sustainable homesteading goals including a digital copy of SAVING OUR SEEDS. This amazing collection can be yours for only $65 when you sign up today! www.smallhousefarm.com/permaculture-adventure-bundle The Seeds & Weeds Podcast is brought to you in part by our friends at Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds and while they're well known for their incredible selection of rare and unique heirloom seeds, they're also the organizers of the National Heirloom Expo which takes place every year in Ventura, California. Join us at the National Heirloom Expo September 10-12 in sunny Ventura, California! Find out more at https://theheirloomexpo.com/Support the Show.

Grow your best garden with seeds adapted to your climate, your soil and your culture. Dr. Matthew Kost talks about the benefits of growing regionally adapted seeds; why  these seeds are so important, how to develop adapted seeds, creating and maintaining landraces, where to purchase quality seeds and so much more!Dr. Kost, and his wife Nancy, launched the Buffalo Seed Company in October 2018. Matthew is originally from Kansas City and has returned after obtaining a Bachelor in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Kansas, and a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Agroecology from The Ohio State University. Matthew has also worked in conserving amaranth and quinoa landrace diversity in Peru and arid adapted crops in the Greater Southwest.Learn more about Matthew's work and shop for seeds from The Buffalo Seed Company at  https://www.thebuffaloseedcompany.com/Before the interview, Bevin shares some updates from around Small House including our recent visit to Michigan Heirlooms! While visiting, Bevin's friend Karen Golden shared seeds for a local variety of bean known as Harsen's Island Pole Bean. We're excited to be growing this Michigan heirloom! Learn more about Michigan Heirlooms at https://www.michiganheirlooms.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the Show.

Are you ready to build and use your own herbal apothecary? Herbalist, author and educator Mary Colvin joins us to talk about her new book, The Herbalist's Guide; how to build and use your own apothecary. We also dig into herbal energetics, working with local herbs and so much more!Mary is a registered herbalist of the American Herbalists Guild and the owner of Ancestral Herbology. She wants to inspire a new generation of herbalists and provide education and mentorship in the study of herbalism with the safe practice of using herbs as medicine. She has devoted her time and efforts toward the future of herbalism as the former treasurer and vice chair of the AHG, the host of the Herbology Talk podcast, and as the host of the Training in Herbalism series on TikTok and through her website.Learn more about Mary's work and order your copy of The Herbalist's Guide at https://herbalistmentor.com/ and https://www.ancestralherbology.com/Check out the Herbology Talk podcast: https://www.ancestralherbology.com/herbology-talk-podcast-1Before the interview, Bevin shares an exciting update about his newest book, The Heritage Pantry; Modern Methods of Preserving Food the Old Fashioned Way. After a few delays at the printer, the book is finally off press and ready to go! Learn more about Bevin's latest title and order a copy at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the Show.

Gardening in a changing climate can be challenging. Learn how to adapt and overcome these challenges with author and garden educator Kim Stoddart. Kim talks about her new book The Climate Change Resilient Vegetable Garden and we cover important topics like building soil, resilient garden design, working with perennial plants and seed saving. Kim even shares some of her favorite variety recommendations for your gardens!Kim Stoddart, co-author of The Climate Change Garden, writes about climate change resilient gardening for publications such as The Guardian and The Daily Express. She is the editor of Amateur Gardening Magazine and offers online and in person gardening education through her website greenrocketcourses.com. You can order copies of Kim's book, The Climate Change Resilient Vegetables Garden, through her website or on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Climate-Change-Resilient-Vegetable-Garden-Changing/dp/0760384738Before the interview, Bevin shares a few thoughts about climate change, finding peace in the garden and the right time for planting tomatoes. He mentions a previous episode of the show "USDA Map Heats Up!".. you can listen here: https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/usda-map-heats-up-5questions-peggy-riccio/ Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the Show.

Garden for the birds! Important members of the food chain, birds offer natural pest control, are fun to observe, and they need our help! Learn how to create a beautiful, bird friendly garden with author Jen McGuiness. Jen will also share some tips on how to attract more beneficial insects to the garden as well as a list of plants that will deter deer.. awesome! We'll also learn about small-space gardening, the importance of native plants and how to grow birdseed. Jen McGuinness is a writer, editor, and photographer who began writing as Frau Zinnie in 2011. Her website features Jen's writing, photography, and personal gardening experiences in her Connecticut garden, along with interviews with garden experts. She is a proponent of organic gardening methods and wildlife-friendly gardens. Jen is an award-winning journalist, earning recognition from the New England Press Association, and the Society of Professional Journalists. Jenn is joining us on the show to talk about her new book Bird Friendly Gardening! Check out Jen's garden blog and website: https://frauzinnie.blogspot.com/Order Bird Friendly Gardening: https://www.amazon.com/Bird-Friendly-Gardening-Guidance-Supporting-Landscape/dp/0760382115Before the interview, Bevin shares some Small House updates. This June he'll be speaking at the Modern Homesteading Conference in Idaho. Learn more about this amazing event and register at: https://modernhomesteading.com/Bevin's new book, The Heritage Pantry: modern methods of preserving food the old fashioned way, will be available May 15th! Order your copy today at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the Show.

Squirrels and rabbits in your garden? Too much clay in your soil? Curious what fruits and veggies will thrive in the shade? Garden expert Susan Mulvihill answers these questions and more! Susan Mulvihill is a gardener, educator, author and host of the popular 'Susan's in the Garden' Youtube channel. Susan is passionate about gardening and believes everyone should be able to grow a great garden! Her latest book, The Vegetable Garden Problem Solver Handbook, is now available through Cool Springs Press.Susan's website is full of useful information for every gardener! Check it out at https://www.susansinthegarden.com/Learn from more than 500 videos on Susan's Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/susansinthegardenBevin's new book The Heritage Pantry is now available for preorder!  Preorder your copy today at smallhousefarm.com. Books will start shipping out around May 15th! In The Heritage Pantry, Bevin writes about a variety of preservation techniques: dehydrating, fermenting, freezing, pickling, and smoking, as well as making jams, jellies, and marmalades. He also includes chapters on using salt, fats, and sugar to brine, cure, and candy foods.A compelling blend of memoir and cookbook, The Heritage Pantry offers historical perspectives on the techniques, information on how each is accomplished, lists of the equipment needed, tips for success, and plenty of recipes. The Heritage Pantry Modern Methods of Preserving Food the Old Fashioned WayOrder your copy at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-heritage-pantry/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Morel mushrooms, wild onions, and tender spring greens await the hungry forager! Join us as we talk with George Barnett, founder of The Hungry Forager and author of the new book, Foraging Kentucky. George Barnett owns and operates the Hungry Forager, an educational program based in the Bluegrass region and focused on teaching people about wild edibles, ethnobotany, ecology, and agroforestry. His educational background includes restoration ecology, foraging, and the history of utilizing tree crops in North America.His new book, Foraging Kentucky is an expansive beginners' guide to safely and ethically foraging wild foods. The species covered in the book are divided into three categories: herbaceous plants, fungi, and woody plants. George shares his extensive knowledge on the proper identification of the featured species, where and when they grow, and how to harvest and prepare them for consumption. Complete with high-definition color photographs, recipes, and short history lessons, this guide is chock-full of crucial information!Learn more about George's work, check out his online workshops and order your copy of Foraging Kentucky at https://www.thehungryforager.com/Bevin was recently on WPR's The Morning Show with Kate Archer Kent to talk about seeds, seed libraries and the historic tomato seed collection of the late Thane Earle. Thane is most well-known for introducing the world to the incredible Amish Paste Tomato! You can hear the full interview at: https://www.wpr.org/shows/morning-show/sen-ron-johnson-michigan-seed-saver-shares-preservation-advice-potential-of-biofuels-wisconsin-film-festivalBevin also shared his recent article about the famed Amish Paste Tomato in our Patreon community. You can find it at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmToday's episode of Seeds & Weeds is brought to you in part by our friends at Garden Joy - the garden game that lets you explore your love for plants, seasons, horticulture, and outdoor design. Download Garden Joy from your app store and start playing this relaxing and educational garden design game today! Learn more at https://www.gardenjoygame.com/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Discover the magic of native plants and bring your garden to life! Get your garden party started with Shubber Ali, founder of Garden for Wildlife. We're talking with Shubber about growing native plants, how native plants support our ecosystem and what you can do to create a little wildlife sanctuary in your own backyard!Shubber Ali is the CEO of Garden for Wildlife, a program that began within the National Wildlife Federation. Garden for Wildlife allows people to make a difference for the environment by shipping plants native to their zip code that support local wildlife. Shubber is incredibly passionate about innovation, nature and wildlife and is on a mission to get as many people as possible to help save the planet, yard by yard. Last year, Garden for Wildlife shipped over 62,000 plants across 38 states and 2,900+ cities in America.You can learn more about Garden for Wildlife and order your native plants at https://gardenforwildlife.com/Before the interview, Bevin gives us some updates on the Small House gardens… our seeds are sprouting and some of our favorite wild foods are starting to reappear! If you're still shopping for seeds, check out our selection of heirloom veggies, herbs and flowers at www.smallhousefarm.com/seedsThe latest issue of Mother Earth News magazine has a wonderful article from mushroom expert Erin Hamilton about cultivating morel mushrooms in the garden. You can find the article online at https://www.motherearthnews.com/diy/growing-morel-mushrooms-at-home-zm0z23zatro/Erin was on the Seeds & Weeds Podcast last summer to talk about the benefits of growing and eating mushrooms. You can find that interview at https://seedsandweedspodcast.com/erin-hamilton-mushroom-conservatory/Bevin's interview on the Pantry Chat podcast with Carolyn Thomas recently dropped. Bevin and Carolyn talk about the new GMO tomato and its potential ramifications for the home gardener. You can listen at https://homesteadingfamily.com/gmo-seeds/You can support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

What are staple crops and what role do they plan in sustainable, regional food systems? We're talking with Michelle Ajamian, founder of Shagbark Mill, about localized food systems, growing and processing staple crops like corn and beans and we're going to explore how growers, producers and consumers come together to decide what kind of food system we want for ourselves and our communities.Michelle Ajamian launched the Appalachian Staple Foods Collaborative in 2009 and she is the cofounder of Shagbark Seed & Mill, an organic processing facility dedicated to the development of a regional model for the production and processing of staple grain, bean, oilseed, and nut crops. Today, Michelle is joining us on the show to talk about her work at Shagbark Mill, staple foods and the role that they play in a sustainable local food system. You can learn more about Shagbark Seed & Mill and order their products at:https://shagbarkmill.com/ Learn about the Appalachian Staple Food Collaborative at https://ruralaction.org/our-work/sustainable-agriculture/asfc/ Check out the Craft Millers Guild at https://www.craftmillersguild.com/ It's seed starting season here at Small House Farm! Are you ready to get your garden started? Browse our selection of organically-grown herb, flower and heirloom vegetable seeds at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/ Support the Seeds & Weeds Podcast by joining our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Grow your best garden ever with tips and tricks from author and YouTuber Tony O'Neill! After listening to this interview you'll be ready to grow a healthier and more productive vegetable garden than ever before!Tony O'Neill has been creating educational gardening content for the last fourteen years and in 2020, he launched the wildly popular YouTube channel Simplify Gardening. Tony believes gardening's appeal is linked to nature's generous response to nurturing, which is proven by his growing near-record-sized cabbages (67 lbs.), squashes (131 lbs.), rhubarb, and potatoes in abundance. Tony is joining us on the show to share some gardening tips and tricks and to talk about his new book Simplify Vegetable Gardening.  If you revel in nature's response to your gardening and are curious about the science behind it, Simplify Vegetable Gardening is your guide. The first book to blend botany, biology, and earth science with food gardening, it introduces an exciting, science-driven approach to growing more food. In Tony's words, it's "the culmination of my four decades tending the earth, learning its secrets, and respecting its cycles."Order your copy of Simplify Vegetable Gardening: https://geni.us/SimplifyVegGardeningFind Tony online at  https://simplifygardening.com/And on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/simplifygardeningBevin's new book, The Heritage Pantry; Modern Methods of Preserving Food the Old-fashioned Way, is on its way - we'll be announcing ordering information soon! This new book is full of recipes, stories and history and we think you're going to love it!Members of our Patreon community will be the first to see the cover and have an opportunity to order their copies - at a special discounted price!  You can enjoy this benefit and many more while supporting our podcast. Join our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds was brought to you in part by our friends at EZ Swap Pots! Check out their line of handmade fabric liners and reusable pots at www.ezswappots.com Use coupon code SEEDS at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase!Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Are you ready for the new GMO Purple Tomato?!? What impact will this new variety have on our health, our gardens, or our tomato seed saving? Bevin unpacks this latest development in the gardening world, then sits down for a relaxing chat with herbalist, author, and educator Kristine Brown. Kristine Brown is helping parents teach their kids about herbalism, one herb at a time. She created the only children's herbal curriculum that uses all four styles of learning and she has taught classes and coordinated numerous herbal conference kids' camps both locally and nationally. She is the writer and illustrator of the online children's publication Herbal Roots zine, and the creator of several online courses that teach children about botany, drawing, and herbs. You can learn more about Kristine's work, subscribe to Herbal Roots zine and join Herb Club at https://herbalrootszine.comHer books are also available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B081HXQ273Before the interview, Bevin talks about the new GMO Purple Tomato from Norfolk Plant Sciences. He digs into the differences between genetically modified and traditionally bred crops and how this new purple tomato might impact your garden plans. If you're looking for further reading, check out these articles:NPR: https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/02/06/1228868005/purple-tomato-gmo-gardenersWired: https://www.wired.com/story/a-gmo-purple-tomato-is-coming-to-grocery-aisles-will-the-us-bite/We launched our new Herb Co-op, an exclusive offering for members of our Patreon community! You can enjoy these benefits and more while supporting our podcast. Join our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds was brought to you in part by our friends at EZ Swap Pots! Check out their line of handmade fabric liners and reusable pots at www.ezswappots.com Use coupon code SEEDS at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase!Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

What does it mean to be a kitchen curandera? What's the difference between Indigenous food and local food? We'll learn all this and much more when we sit down to chat with traditional healer and award-winning author Felicia Ruiz. We'll also talk about Felicia's book Earth Medicines, winner of the 2022 Reading the West Award: Eating The West and the 2023 LULAC Book Award! Earth Medicines is an accessible guide to time-honored Indigenous wisdom, healing recipes, and wellness rituals for modern life from an experienced curandera. You can learn more about Felicia's work and get your copy of Earth Medicines at https://www.kitchencurandera.com/ This great book is also available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Medicines-Ancestral-Wellness-Curandera/dp/161180843XBefore the interview, Bevin talks about the latest issue of Homestead Living Magazine. This new monthly publication also includes an annual compendium of the year's best articles. The most recent annual includes Bevin's article about small-scale seed and nut oil production as well as dozens of articles about beekeeping, gardening, baking, raising chickens and so much more! This is a wonderful publication for gardeners, homesteaders and anyone else interested in more sustainable lifestyles. You can learn more and subscribe to the magazine here: https://homesteadliving.com/Bevin also shares some exciting updates about his newest book – he's been hard at work all winter working on this new project for Ogden Publications where he digs into all sorts of food preservation techniques, from canning and pickling, to smoking, salting, fermentation and more! He explores the history of how these preservation techniques developed, all the way up to modern uses... plus, there's a ton of recipes too! We'll be announcing preorder details soon, and we'll be offering a discounted price to our Patreon community! Our Patreon community is going to get first dibs and a discounted price, so if you're not already a member you might want to consider it.We also just launched our new Herb Co-op, an exclusive offering for members of our Patreon community! You can enjoy these benefits and more while supporting our podcast. Join our Patreon community for as little as $3/month!Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds was brought to you in part by our friends at EZ Swap Pots! Check out their line of handmade fabric liners and reusable pots at www.ezswappots.com Use coupon code SEEDS at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase!Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

From selling herbs at the renaissance fair to editing one of the most influential herbal magazines of the decade, Tina Sams has done it all! She's joining us on the podcast for a special herbal edition of 5 Questions.We talk about her early days running an herb shop at a renaissance festival in the 90s, growing Jerusalem artichokes and horseradish, plus we dig into the International Herb Association's Herb of the Year Books and Tina even shares her go-to herbal tea recipe for managing stress... this episode is packed! Beginning with an herb shop at the local renaissance faire, Tina (along with her sister Maryanne) has dabbled in many different types of herbal businesses. She's published The Essential Herbal Magazine for more than 20 years and has written more than a dozen books about herbs.  Learn more about Tina's work and The Essential Herbal Magazine at https://essentialherbal.com/Tina's shoutout was the Black Walnut Botanical Conference https://www.blackwalnutbotanical.com/ and the Pennsylvania Tea Festival https://www.teafestpa.com/Before the interview, Bevin shares a little bit about a recent family trip to Chicago. We enjoyed a wonderful band at Andy's Jazz Club https://andysjazzclub.com/ and ate what might be the best dumplings in Chicago at Hing Kee in Chinatown. https://www.hingkeechinatown.com/ We recently got the first big snow storm of the season and now we're more ready than ever for spring to arrive! We're keeping busy with various projects including planning for our 8th annual Central Michigan Seed Swap.  We're almost ready to launch our new Herb Co-op, an exclusive offering for members of our Patreon community!  Members will enjoy wholesale prices on bulk organic herbs and spices including black/green teas, flowers, roots & more! As a member of our community, you can enjoy the benefits of buying quality herbs by the ounce at special discount prices! Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds was brought to you in part by our friends at EZ Swap Pots! Check out their line of handmade fabric liners and reusable pots at www.ezswappots.com Use coupon code SEEDS at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase! Join the Seeds & Weeds Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedsandweeds And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

We're kicking off the year with a seedy conversation! We're sitting down to chat with Jere Gettle, owner of Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, America's largest heirloom seed supplier!We talk about Jere's gardens and his favorite things to grow, what it's like living at the Baker Creek village and some his favorite offerings from the 2024 Whole Seeds Catalog!We also dig into how Baker Creek can offer hundreds of heirloom varieties from around the world – while honoring the people, places and cultures that these seeds call home. You don't want to miss this conversation!Before the interview, Bevin shares his thoughts on a recent article in the winter edition of Edible Wow Magazine. On page 39, author Courtney Burk has written an amazing article on the many ways that we can enjoy eating squash... and not just the flesh of the fruit! Burk interviews a handful of farmers and chefs that share insights on eating squash flesh, skin and leaves. But what this article fails to mention is how easy it is to press a decadently delicious oil from the squash seeds! You can find an Edible Magazine for your region at https://www.ediblecommunities.com/Learn more about how to press your own seed and nut oils at home with Bevin's book The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils. Its available at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/ and also on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Guide-Seed-Nut-Oils/dp/0865719632We're launching our new Herb Co-op, an exclusive offering for members of our Patreon community! Members will enjoy wholesale prices on bulk organic herbs and spices including black/green teas, flowers, roots & more! As a member of our community, you can enjoy the benefits of buying quality herbs by the ounce at special discount prices! Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Today's episode of Seeds & Weeds was brought to you in part by our friends at EZ Swap Pots! Check out their line of handmade fabric liners and reusable pots at www.ezswappots.com Use coupon code SEEDS at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase!Join the Seeds & Weeds Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedsandweedsAnd as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show! Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smThe Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

We'd like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our listeners around the world that have joined us as we explore the intersection of gardens, cultures, cuisines and community. It's been an amazing year exploring seeds and weeds with all of you! In this episode we relive the highs and lows of our year together, dig into exciting statistics, and sneak a peek at what's to come in 2024!And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. We appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Episodes from 2023 that Bevin mentions during this show:What We Sow w/ Jennifer Jewell, Cultivating PlaceGardening for Moths w/ Jim McCormacFive Questions w/ Jeff QuattroneLet's Chat w/ Jessica Mitchell, Mother Earth NewsConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

During this action-packed interview, jim mcdonald gives a us a mini-tour of his herb cabinet, shares his go-to winter tea recipe, talks about his Lindera herb workshops, and even tells us about his very first herb experience! We'll also learn why jim prefers to spell his name with little-case letters and something about sunbathing in Speedos on the roof?! It's a wild time!jim is a community herbalist, a manic wildcrafter and medicine maker, and has been an ardent student of the most learned teachers of herbcraft… the plants themselves.You can learn more about jim's work at www.herbcraft.org and sign up for his in-persona and online herb workshops at herbcraft.podia.com jim is a co-organizer of the Great Lakes Herb Faire, one of Michigan's finest annual herb conferences. Check it out at https://www.greatlakesherbfaire.org/ During the interview, jim sings the praises of mushrooms for supporting the immune system. Check out our previous interview with Erin Hamilton from The Mushroom Conservatory to learn more about wonderful mushrooms! https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seedsandweedspodcast/lets-chat-w-erin-hamilton-the-mushroom-conservatory/Purchase a kit from Erin to grow mushrooms right at home! https://themushroomconservatory.com/In January 2024, we'll be launching our new Herb Co-op, an exclusive offering for members of our Patreon community! Members will enjoy wholesale prices on bulk organic herbs and spices including black/green teas, flowers, roots & more! As a member of our community, you can enjoy the benefits of buying quality herbs by the ounce at special discount prices! Check it out and sign up at https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm and https://www.smallhousefarm.com/herbcoop/Join the Seeds & Weeds Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedsandweedsAnd as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show! Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.sSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

One of the biggest things happening in the (gardening) world right now is the new USDA Hardiness Zones Map! Plus horticulturist and garden educator Peggy Riccio is joining us on the podcast to talk about her information-packed garden website resource, pegplant.com and to answer 5 Questions!  Peggy talks about why basil is her favorite garden herb… and not just Genovese basil, but all of the basils! She also shares her recipe for flavorful Thai Basil Syrup. Peggy runs the well-known garden resource website PegPlant.com and during the pandemic she launched a Facebook group dedicated to Culinary Herbs and Spices. You can find her FB group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/culinaryherbsandspicesPeggy's shoutout today was True Love Seed's podcast, Seeds & Their People. https://trueloveseeds.com/https://trueloveseeds.com/blogs/satpradioThis is a wonderful seed company dedicated to the preservation of seeds, stories, cultures and cuisine!Before the interview, Bevin shares some big news from the gardening world! First, Baker Creek Seed Company's annual Whole Seed Catalog is starting to arrive in mailboxes across the country! This is always an exciting time of year. The catalog is the largest in the world, 532 pages! The Whole Seed Catalog is loaded with beautiful photos and seed stories, including a couple of seed stories researched and written by Bevin. He's giving away a free copy of this incredible catalog in the Seeds & Weeds Facebook Group! One of the biggest things happening in the (gardening) world right now is the new USDA Hardiness Zones Map. The last map was released in 2012 and since then, more than half the country has shifted up a half-zone warmer!! Bevin shares his thoughts on this situation and reads an excerpt from a recent Associated Press article. You can find the article here: https://apnews.com/article/garden-hardiness-climate-change-usda-zones-89d78178703e30bc3fd948ceaff61e7fJoin the Seeds & Weeds Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedsandweedsAnd as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show! Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Can the moon help your beans grow? In today's episode, author and professor of agriculture Sarah Hall is joining us on the podcast to talk about planting by the signs and her new book, Sown in the Stars. Learn about this traditional practice of working with the moon phases and astrological signs to guide your planting schedule. We'll discuss when is the best time to plant, harvest and preserve your crops, according to the stars. Sarah will share stories about the many interviews she conducted while working on the book, as well as her experiences planting by the stars in her own garden! Learn more about Sarah's work and order a copy of her new book at https://www.kentuckypress.com/9780813197043/sown-in-the-stars/It's also available on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Sown-Stars-Planting-Sarah-Hall/dp/081319704X/Before the interview, Bevin shares some Small House updates. Planning is already well underway for the 8th annual Central Michigan Seed Swap that will be taking place on Saturday February 24th in Midland, Michigan. This is the largest seed swap in the Midwest and we'd love to have you join us if you can! Check out all the info at www.centralmichiganseedswap.com You can also find the swap on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CentralMichiganSeedSwapHe also shared some details about a new book project he's working on for Ogden Publications about the history of food preservation. Be sure to stay tuned for updates on this exciting new project! Join the Seeds & Weeds Facebook community at https://www.facebook.com/groups/seedsandweedsAnd as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show! Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Join us for an extra special, spooky episode of Seeds & Weeds. In today's episode, author and horticulturalist Marta McDowell is joining us on the podcast to talk about her new book, Gardening Can Be Murder. We'll also be talking about some of Marta's previous books, including Bevin's personal favorite, Beatrix Potter's Gardening Life. We'll also get a sneak peek at an upcoming project, an updated edition of her 2016 book, All the Presidents' Gardens. In Gardening Can Be Murder, New York Times best-selling author Marta McDowell explores the deeply rooted connection between gardens, writers, and mystery novels. Following the path of a great mystery novel, Marta introduces readers to the detectives and scene of the crime, then explores the motive, means, and clues before gathering the suspects and solving the case of why gardening can be murder…Check out Marta's work and order a copy of her new book at https://www.martamcdowell.com/ Before the interview, Bevin explores the spirit of the season, and talks about death, rebirth and the timeless power of seeds. Learn about the Oaxacan Radish Festival, and the Celtic tradition of carving scary faces into turnips to ward off the spirit of Stingy Jack. Then we stock up on pie pumpkins from the farm down the road and press their seeds into delicate and flavorful oil. If you'd like to learn about pressing seed and nuts oils, you can find Bevin's book, The Complete Guide to Seed & Nut Oils on our website. You can also order an oil press and get started pressing your own oils right at home! And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Want to grow sweet, tasty fruit in your own backyard? In today's episode, author and fruit tree expert Susan Poizner is joining us on the podcast to share some fruit tree knowledge and talk about her latest book Grow Fruit Trees Fast.We'll be talking about choosing the right fruit trees for your space, feeding the soil to keep your fruit trees healthy and how to prune your trees to maximize production. Susan will also tell us stories about her community orchard, her early life as a journalist and so much more!  Susan is the author of two books about growing fruit trees, Growing Urban Orchards and Grow Fruit Trees Fast. She's also the founder of Orchard People, an online educational program for folks that want to learn all about growing their own fruit trees right at home! Susan hosts a weekly podcast all about fruit trees too! You can learn more about Susan's work, her online programs and her informative podcast at  https://www.orchardpeople.comDuring the interview, Susan mentions her list of reputable fruit tree nurseries. You can find that list here. https://orchardpeople.com/where-to-buy-fruit-trees/Before the interview Bevin talks about the signs of Autumn that are slowly creeping in at Small House Farm. We're busy getting things ready for winter and that includes harvesting herbs and processing seeds. You can check out our latest video on our Youtube channel if you'd like a sneak peak of some of the unique varieties of heirloom seeds will be offering from this year's gardens. https://youtu.be/Ni_EPc0H7OE?si=_lQiND2bvQBihopkYou can also listen to the Seeds & Weeds Podcast on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@SmallHouseFarm Want to browse our collection of heirloom seeds? You can check out the selection at: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seed-collection/And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the show Small House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

What do seeds mean to you? In today's episode we're talking with Jennifer Jewell, host of the Cultivating Place podcast and author of the new book, What We Sow: On the Personal, Ecological and Cultural Significance of Seeds.We'll be discussing Jennifer's personal journey with seeds, the significant impact that seeds have on the world around us and why saving these precious seeds for future generations is more important now than ever before.  Jennifer is a garden writer, educator and host of an award-winning radio program and podcast. Her previous books include Under Western Skies: Visionary Gardens from The Rockies to the Pacific Coast and The Earth in Her Hands: 75 Extraordinary Women Working in the World of Plants.Connect with Jennifer through her website www.cultivatingplace.com and purchase her books everywhere that books are sold, including:Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/What-We-Sow-Ecological-Significance/dp/164326107XBookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/what-we-sow-on-the-personal-ecological-and-cultural-significance-of-seeds-jennifer-jewell/19724340If you're new to saving seeds or looking to learn more, check out my book Saving Our Seeds. https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/ It'll guide you through harvesting and processing seeds from 43 different species! And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Connect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the show Small House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Gardening for health, happiness and delicious produce! Author and educator Leah Webb joins us on the podcast to talk about whole foods cooking, why she gardens and so much more when she answers 5 Questions.Leah is an avid gardener, edible landscaper and accomplished author and educator. In today's episode we learn what she loves to grow the most, lessons she learned in the garden and how her children's health started her on her small-scale homestead journey. Learn more about Leah's work and find her two books, The Seven-Step Homestead and The Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Family Cookbook at www.leahmwebb.com Leah's shout out today was about a presentation she recently saw at the Mother Earth News Fair. Bevin, along with Amyrose Foll and Ira Wallace, shared stories of seeds and their keepers during the festival seed swap. Amy-Rose manages Virginia Free Farm and Ira is the James Beard Award winning matriarch from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange. If you're new to saving seeds and looking to get started, check out my book Saving Our Seeds. https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/ It'll guide you through harvesting and processing seeds from 43 different species! And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Pine nut skin scrub? Sour cream face mask?!  Author and natural beauty expert Janice Cox joins us on the show to talk about these incredible products and so much more! We'll also talk about beautiful lavender and eating loofahs!Janice Cox teaches workshops across the country on making your own body care products with simple kitchen and garden ingredients. She is the author of six bestselling books on the topic and the education chair for The Herb Society of America! Follow Janice's work and purchase her books athttps://www.naturalbeautyathome.com/ Janice is a regular speaker at the Mother Earth News Fair. You can find her fair schedule of workshops at https://www.motherearthnewsfair.com/During the interview Janice mentions how she loves to use witch hazel in her daily skin routine. We have some handcrafted witch hazel available for you here: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/small-house-witch-hazel/Autumn has arrived and that means that it's time to start saving our garden seeds! We've already harvested quite a bit of seed from our gardens including beans, some herbs and lots of tomatoes! We just recorded our annual Tomato Tasting video for our Youtube channel. It's not uploaded just yet, but you can always subscribe to our channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/smallhousefarm You don't want to miss this one, it's the most fun video we make every year!If you're new to saving seeds and looking to get started, check out my book Saving Our Seeds. It's available at https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product-category/books/ and everywhere else books are sold. It'll guide you through harvesting and processing seeds from 43 different species! And as always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

This episode is packed full of info! Certified Aromatherapist Amy Anthony joins us to talk about the difference between hydrosols and essential oils, lavandin vs lavender and so much more! Then, Amy shares her Top 5 essential oils!Amy is a certified clinical aromatherapist, owner of NYC Aromatica and host of the Essential Aromatica podcast. Amy left her career in marketing to pursue what is closest to her heart: working with plants - and today, she's considered to be one of America's most influential aromatherapists!This interview was so jam-packed, we couldn't even fit it all in today's episode! You can check out the rest of the interview, available exclusively to our Patreon members, right here: www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmYou can connect with Amy through her website www.nycaromatica.com, Instagram or Youtube channel. You can also tune in to the Essential Aromatica Podcast!As always, big thanks to all of our Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Join us on a mushroom adventure! Today we're sitting down with Erin Hamilton, founder of The Mushroom Conservatory to learn how plants and mushrooms are so radically different from one another, why we need more mushrooms in our lives and then we're going to find out how to get one of her special kits to grow our own mushrooms right at home! Erin Hamilton is a mushroom farmer and agricultural educator from Howell, Michigan. She and her husband Elijah have three children and together, they run The Mushroom Conservatory, where they help people around the world learn to produce their own food with hands-on mushroom growing kits.  I first learned about Erin at the Mother Earth News Fair in Pennsylvania ands today she's joining us on the podcast to chat about mushrooms!You can learn more about The Mushroom Conservatory here.Erin will also be at the Mother Earth News Fair in Wisconsin Sept 16-17Check out the full schedule here!Heather and I just returned home from a trip to southern France where we had some amazing adventures! We visited the lavender fields of Provence, drove around the countryside and sampled so much delicious food! One of our favorites was a chickpea flatbread called socca. It's so easy to make, we went and bought all of the ingredients as soon as we got home! You can find our recipe for this traditional delight on our Patreon page: www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm Big thanks to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!Join our special Seeds & Weeds Facebook Community!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Nerd alert! Gardenerd founder Christy Wilhelmi joins us on the show to talk about small-space fruit orchards, Russian tomatoes, reclaiming food waste and all sorts of groovy stuff! Christy empowers people to grow their own food, to be more self-reliant, and to reduce pollution and waste, one garden at a time. Christy is founder of Gardenerd, the ultimate resource for garden nerds, where she publishes newsletters, her popular blog, and top-ranked podcasts. Today, Christy is joining us on the podcast to answer 5 questions..Bevin was recently a guest on Christy's Gardenerd Podcast. You can listen to that conversation here: https://gardenerd.com/blog/podcast-seed-oils-start-to-finish-with-bevin-cohen/ Christy's shoutout today was FoodCycle LA. You can learn more about their important work reclaiming food waste here: https://www.foodcyclela.org/ Before the interview, Bevin shares some news about his recent travels. The entire Cohen family headed up to Erie, Pennsylvania for the Mother Earth News Fair! It's a beautiful venue and a wonderful event. You can stay up to date on all of the Mother Earth News Fair happenings at https://www.motherearthnewsfair.com/When this episode airs, Bevin and Heather will on their way to Nice, France for a short summer vacation! If you'd like to follow the adventure, we'll be sure to post pics along the way on our Instagram feed… www.instagram.com/small_house_farm Big thanks to all of our recent Patreon subscribers.. we appreciate every one of you! Thank you for supporting the show!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Herbalist Crystal Stevens joins us to answer your questions and Bevin shares a recipe for a healing salve made from yarrow and comfrey!We're so excited to have Crystal Stevens join us for ‘Ask an Herbalist.' *Learn more about Crystal and her farm* -  https://flourishfarmstead.comCrystal is an herbalist, author, educator and co-owner of Flourish Farmstead in Godfrey, Illinois. You've sent in your herb questions and Crystal is here to answer them! Some of the questions we talk about include:·        What herbs would you recommend for making a salve or lotion for aging skin?·       When is the best time to harvest herbs and the best way to dry them for storage?·       Is there a way to make a tincture without using alcohol? Is it as effective?·       What are some of the best uses for Elderflower tincture?Before the interview, Bevin talks about harvesting, drying, and storing herbs. He also shares a recipe for making a topical healing salve from yarrow and comfrey. This is the same healing salve that we offer online!Simply combine equal parts dried comfrey and yarrow in a quart jar. Fill the jar to the top with high quality sunflower oil, then cover, label, and let steep for four to six weeks. Once the oil is ready strain out the herbs and discard.To turn your lovely herbal oil into a salve just combine 16 fluid oz of oil (volume) with 1 ¼ ounces of beeswax (weight) in a double boiler. Heat the oil to melt the wax, then pour the mixture into a container to cool... so easy! This salve is perfect for cuts, scratches, bruises and minor abrasions. If you're interested in learning more about working with medicinal herbs, check out Bevin's book, The Artisan Herbalist, which is available here.Bevin was recently a guest on the Pantry Chat podcast where he had the opportunity to talk about small-scale seed and nut oil production. It was a great interview! You can find it here.During the interview, Bevin talks about our Oil Pressing Kit, which comes with everything you need to get started pressing your own oils right at home! You can order the kit here!Remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Small House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Small-space gardening, sustainable living and the Mother Earth News Fair! Today we're sitting down to chat with Jessica Mitchell, host of the Mother Earth News & Friends podcast.Jessica is an editor for Ogden Publications, where she helps to produce issues of Mother Earth News and Grit magazines. She moved from Pennsylvania to Kansas in 2017, when she started working for Ogden, and she quickly fell in love with the small towns, beautiful prairie, and open skies — though she does miss the Pennsylvania mountains. Outside of editing, Jessica enjoys reading and writing, wandering the Kansas trails, small-space gardening, and brewing a delicious cup of tea or coffee.Jessica joins us for a chat that started off as a simple '5 Questions' but we really covered a lot of great topics during our conversation, including how Jessica's small-space garden is growing, as well her thoughts on sustainable lifestyles. Join us for the Mother Earth News Fair, either in person or online! Find all the details and register here.Check out the Mother Earth News & Friends Podcast here.After the interview, Bevin talks about seed saving and the various seeds we're already harvesting this spring at Small House. We've collected seeds from komatsuna, which is a Japanese mustard green and spigariello, a very old Italian broccoli relative. Seed saving is really a year-round activity! To wrap the episode, Bevin reads an excerpt from his 2019 book, Saving Our Seeds. This is a great seed saving how-to guide but it also features stories from a handful of inspirational seed keepers form around the country. You can get a copy of Saving Our Seeds here. And remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Saving seeds, growing trees and eating peaches! Today we're chatting with Greg Peterson, host of The Urban Farm Podcast. We're going to talk about the importance of seed banks, how to grow elderberries and delicious homegrown peaches, when Greg answers 5 Questions. Greg Peterson is the creator and chief visionary of The Urban Farm and in 2015, he launched The Urban Farm Podcast. In Phoenix, Arizona, Greg created one of the first environmental showcases for urban farming on a ¼ acre plot that featured more than 80 fruit trees! Greg is passionate about providing people the tools and information they need to grow their own food! Learn more about Greg's work and check out his podcast at www.urbanfarmpodcast.comDuring the interview, Greg gives a shoutout to Enoch Graham from the Let's Get Growing Youtube show... you might remember when Enoch  was on our podcast for an episode of ‘Ask a Gardener.'Check out Enoch's Youtube show: https://www.letsgetgrowing.live/Bevin was recently a guest on the program: https://www.youtube.com/live/m7EdpDAYHg4And here's a link to Seeds & Weeds episode #3 featuring Enoch!https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seedsandweedspodcast/ep3_jon-jackson-enoch-graham/Before the interview, Bevin gives a shoutout to our latest Patreon subscribers. We're getting ready to send out our summer gift baskets and they are loaded up with all sorts of great products, including a custom herbal tea blend, some freshly harvested spruce tips, or famous Shoo! Bug spray and more! You can sign up for your herbal gift basket and support our podcast at: www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm It's been so hot and dry here lately, but we've been getting our planting done the best that we can. Recently in our Seeds & Weeds Facebook group we were talking about our favorite bean varieties… what beans are we growing at Small House Farm this summer? You can find out in today's episode!If you're looking for seeds for your garden, we have a great selection at www.smallhousefarm.com/seedsAnd remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

It's a hot and spicy episode of the Seeds & Weeds Podcast! Today we're chatting with Mara Welton, who serves as director of programs for Slow Food USA. We're going to dig into some of the incredible work that Slow Food does to support local and regional food systems and we'll talk about Mara's seasonal food truck. Then we're going to play chili pepper trivia!Mara Welton is a farmer, chef, community organizer and director of programs for Slow Food USA. Mara is actively involved in a number of Slow Food's most impactful programs including the Plant a Seed Campaign and the Ark of Taste. Today we'll learn more about Mara's work with Slow Food and Chile Colorado, the food truck she runs with her husband that celebrates the flavors of the American Southwest. Then we'll play a round of chili pepper trivia! You can learn more about Slow Food USA at www.slowfoodusa.orgBefore the interview Bevin catches us up on his busy spring season, including his recent book tour in Wisconsin and he drops some hints about a new project that he's working on for Timber Press! You can stay up to date with all of Bevin's adventures and shop for his books at www.BevinCohen.comBig thanks to everyone that has left us reviews on Apple, Spotify and any other podcast platforms, we appreciate you! And remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon for as little as $3/month at www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Support the showSmall House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

In this episode we're sitting down to chat with Canadian farmer and singer-songwriter Del Barber. Del's music has been nominated for countless awards and has received critical acclaim from Rolling Stone Magazine. In April 2023, Del released Almanac, his 8th studio album.When he's not touring or recording, Del is busy running his farm with his wife and kids––a massive 2000 acres of grain land as well as 250 pure bred cows. He raises and sells over 1,000 meat chickens per year and they yield a sustainable micro-farm with vegetables and flowers.We're going to talk with Del about how song writing is like storytelling, how he's able to balance his farm life with life on the road and we're going to hear songs from the new album!You can learn more about Del and order your copy of Almanac at www.delbarber.comBefore the interview, we recap some of the fun we had at the recent Mother Earth News Fair in Kansas. We got to hang out with some old friends and meet many new friends while we were there! We even ran into Zach Loeks who you might remember from an earlier episode of the show! You can check out our interview with Zach here:  https://www.smallhousefarm.com/seedsandweedspodcast/ep-10-5-questions-w-zach-loeks-plus-tomato-extravaganza/We had so much fun at the Mother Earth News Fair seed swap! Bevin got to spend time sharing stories with the one and only Ira Wallace from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange! It was a blast! We'll be hosting another seed swap at the Pennsylvania fair - find all the details at https://www.motherearthnewsfair.com/ On our drive down to Kansas we watched the redbuds evolve through their entire flowering cycle. Nature is fleeting and spring will be gone before we know it! One of our favorite ways to celebrate the seasons is with our Small House seasonal gift baskets, specially curated for our Patreon subscribers! Loaded with limited edition teas, tinctures, salves and other groovy Small House products, these baskets are a great way to celebrate the seasons and support our podcast! Sign up to get your gift basket here: www.patreon.com/smallhousefarm We also decided to bundle Bevin's book, The Complete Guide to Seeds & Nut Oils, with the Piteba oil press.. and that was so well received at the fair that we decided to continuing offering the bundle on our website! If you'd like to learn more about pressing your own seed and nut oils at home, check out this great bundle deal: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/the-complete-oil-pressing-kit/ And remember, you can always support our podcast for as little as $3 a month by joining our Patreon: Small House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Today we're hanging out with farmer and author Zach Loeks and he's going to answer 5 questions. We'll talk about his work at Ecosystem Solution Institute and we're going to learn more about micro-landscaping. After the interview we're going to celebrate with a Tomato Extravaganza.. because right now I am obsessed with America's favorite fruit!Zack Loeks is an educator, designer and grower, who specializes in Edible Ecosystem Design. He also manages an award-winning farm and has written a handful of books including The Permaculture Market Garden and The Edible Ecosystem Solution.You can learn more about Zach's work and order his books at www.ecosystemsolutioninstitute.com and www.zachloeks.com After the interview, it's time to talk tomatoes! I share some info about a presentation I've been giving this spring – Let's Talk Tomatoes, America's Favorite Fruit. It's a popular presentation that I'm scheduled to be giving at all three of the Mother Earth News Fairs this year. We'll explore the history of this tasty little fruit… and then we'll talk about some of our favorite types and varieties. Our Seeds & Weeds Facebook group weighed in on their favorite tomato types… Which is their favorite? We find out today! You can join our FB community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/619193340058728/ Every year at Small House Farm we host a tomato tasting event. Its one of the most popular videos on our Youtube channel.. which tomato reigns supreme? You can watch the 2022 video here: https://youtu.be/OaC1r8cw33Q Be sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel to catch the 2023 tomato tasting too!  And remember, you can always support our podcast by joining our Patreon: www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmConnect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmYou can support our podcast by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Small House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Why are moths always cast as the villain? What's the difference between a moth and a butterfly? We'll find out today in this special bonus episode! Let's sit down for a chat with botanist and photographer Jim McCormac to talk about his new book Gardening for Moths. Jim and his co-author Chelsea Gottfried have written a book unlike any other available on the market!Gardening for Moths is the first book to show midwestern gardeners and naturalists why they should attract specific moth species to their properties and how to do it. The book's stunning color photographs and intriguing facts reveal the fascinating world of these insects, inspiring readers to incorporate moth-loving native plants into their landscapes. You can order your copy of this incredible new book on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Gardening-Moths-Regional-Jim-McCormac/dp/082142520XFollow Jim's blog to learn more about his work and check out some beautiful photography at:   http://jimmccormac.blogspot.com/Connect with us!IG: @small_house_farmFB: @smallhousefarmYT: @smallhousefarmYou can support our podcast by joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/smallhousefarmwww.seedsandweedspodcast.com Small House Farm has everything you need for your holiday shopping! Books, herbal products, botanical artwork and so much more. Make it a handmade holiday with Small House Farm. The Seeds and Weeds Podcast is made possible in part by Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company - America's top source for rare and heirloom varieties from around the world, and publisher of The Whole Seed Catalog. Their 2024 catalog is chock full of heirloom goodness; new varieties, recipes, stories, and gorgeous photographs! Order yours now at www.rareseeds.comSupport the show

Today we're hanging out with Erica Kempter and Mike Levine, co-owners of Nature & Nurture Seeds, a Michigan based seed company. We talk about why planting regional seed matters and some of their favorite varieties from this year's catalog, then we play the Garden Dating Game! Let's see how well Erica and Mike know each other… in the garden.