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Sure, your green thumbs have been busy the last few weeks thumbing through seed catalogs, but if anything, that's just making you more excited to get your hands dirty working on actual plants. In this episode, Don and John talk about repotting your houseplants as a way to ease your cabin fever, with plenty of tips on keeping your beloved plant homies healthy.  

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about when to transplant and repot your houseplant. Are your houseplants leaves looking a little droopy? Is it outgrowing the pot it's currently in? How do you know when it's time to repot your houseplant?Listen in to find out!Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/

Learn how to report plants correctly. Pot size does not matter, repot when needed, fertilize afterward, don't mist, use the right pot size.

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Tets and Mark get stuck into what might kinds of bug and beetles might be eating your plants.02:32 Pin prick holes on your tomatoes? It might be fruit flies.05:57 Holes on your geranium leaves? 13:13 Brown leaves on your ornamental pear trees? It might be a nutritional problem. Mark Tucek is filling in for Sabrina Hahn. Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.

Artie Intel and Micheline Learning report on Artificial Intelligence for the AI Report.  Advances AI Training -MIT researchers have developed a new method to train AI agents more efficiently, potentially leading to more reliable artificial intelligence systems. This breakthrough could have significant implications for various applications, from robotics to data analysis, by improving the accuracy and reliability of AI models. AI in Education - In Liverpool, a pilot scheme is underway where schools are offered a pioneering AI platform designed to save teachers hours of marking time. This initiative aims to streamline administrative tasks, allowing educators to focus more on teaching and less on paperwork. OpenAI's Valuation Surge - OpenAI has reached a staggering valuation of $157 billion following a new funding deal. This development underscores the growing significance and investment in AI technologies, particularly as OpenAI continues to innovate with its ChatGPT platform. AI in Healthcare - In Bradford, UK, an AI tool is being used to tailor diabetes treatments more effectively. Researchers believe this technology could significantly improve patient outcomes by providing personalized treatment plans based on individual health data AI Safety and Legislation - In recent news, California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have imposed strict regulations on AI technologies. The decision highlights ongoing debates about how best to balance innovation with safety and ethical considerations in AI development.   AI in Conservation - Conservationists are leveraging AI technology to help save endangered species like the red squirrel. By using AI-driven monitoring systems, they aim to better understand and protect these vulnerable populations from threats such as habitat loss and climate change.

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott chat about how and when to repot houseplants. Have your houseplants gotten a little too big for their pots? Are they becoming root bound? Is your houseplant struggling? Perhaps it's time to repot it.  What should you know about repotting your houseplants? Listen in to find out.Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/

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Post-Gazette Steelers insiders Gerry Dulac and Ray Fittipaldo recap coach Mike Tomlin's weekly news conference ahead of an NFL Week 5 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys at Acrisure Stadium. What's the latest on Russell Wilson as he recovers from a calf injury? How did Justin Fields' performance in Week 4 vs. the Indianapolis Colts impact his grip on the starting job? Why was Tomlin bothered by mistakes? Especially officiating mistakes, including a controversial call on Minkah Fitzpatrick? And where do injuries to other key players including Alex Highsmith, Jaylen Warren, Isaac Seumalo and James Daniels stand? Our duo tackles those questions and more.

Thursday, September 12: Buffalo Bills Touchdown repot by FiredUp Network

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Okay y'all, I finally repotted my avocado tree. I've been scared of this for a really (REALLY) long time because the root systems can be super delicate and the tree is really special to me. But: SUCCESS! Here's what I did (plus 80 million tangents, complete with zombie stories).

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Q&A time again! Who will be this month's lucky winner of the fabulous prize donated by The Plant Runner?Granitic sand and Decomposed Gravel - what's the difference? Granitic sand is crushed rock under 4mm. Keith thinks “Deco Gravel” as the listener refers to, is essentially the same.Carrot seeds where tomatoes have previously been, good or bad? Good! “Carrots love tomatoes”NPK - Potassium helps with flowering and fruiting. Apply organic potassium alongside Munash Rock Dust to improve productivitypH - very Alkaline results. Hear what Keith thinks is going on!Strawberry with a lot of runners and not so much fruit. What's going on? Use only the first runner (best genetics). Cambridge Rival and Chandler varieties are what Keith would recommend. (refer to our Berry episode on 23.4.24)Repot lemons or put them in the ground? Do either. Remove by tipping on its size and use hose to loosen soil. Either put into the ground (hole twice the size of the root ball or into a pot larger than the last)Roses? Where to buy and what to look for? Look for reputable growers. David Austin roses come with Keith's recommendationBlack volcanic soil is highly reactive and can crack. Can be improved with addition of Clyde's lignite and Clyde's Compost.  Gypsum and Rooster Booster may help for the lawn in these conditionsWA listener looking for screening plants as a wind break - Keith recommends checking out Domus, Hortbiz and Frenchams. Take a look at their range. Thank you for your great questions again!Where you can find all things Muddy Boots!Website: https://www.muddyboots.net.au/Instagram: www.instagram.com/muddybootspodcast/ Facebook: Muddy Boots Podcast | Facebook

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares when to transplant and repot your houseplants. Spring is just around the corner and your houseplants are showing signs that their current pots are a little too small. So when is the ideal time to transplant those houseplants? Listen in to learn more.Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live on Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM.Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://mountaingardener.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts.

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener shares some great tips for how to repot houseplants and when to do it.Listen to Ken Lain's weekly gardener podcast. You can also listen to Ken Lain's Mountain Gardener Radio Show Live Saturdays at 8 am & 11 am and again on Sundays at 8 am on KQNA, and 11:30 am on 95.5 & 99.9FM. Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://mountaingardener.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts.Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network/Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://mountaingardener.buzzsprout.com or wherever you stream podcasts.

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In this fortnight's episode, Dan & Julia talk tomatoes, chat about compost and wax lyrical about wallflowers. Dan introduces his new Dutch planting trowel, similar to the traditional tool cherished by Monty Don, and Julia explains how to grow ginger from supermarket-bought roots. Your hosts look forward to an action-packed coronation weekend and the crowning of King Charles III, one of the nation's most celebrated garden makers.Julia's jobs to do in the next two weeks:Earth up potatoes as shoots emerge to protect them from frost and boost the crop.Harden off and plant out sweet peas and other hardy annuals.Sow pumpkins, sweet corn, courgettes, French beans and runner beans indoors.Sow sunflowers inside or out.Prune Forsythia and Ribes after flowering.Remember not to clear away daffodil foliage. Let it die down naturally to boost the bulbs.Repot houseplants now they're starting to grow again.Feed lawns with a nitrogen-rich feed to replace nutrients that have leached away over winter.Continue sowing tender herbs such as basil, coriander and dill. Sow salads and radishes at regular intervals.Check lilies and fritillaries for lily beetles - clumps of black gunge where leaves should be are a telltale sign they've been at work.Start using slug and snail protection as soon as vulnerable plants emerge from the ground.Protect fruit blossoms from late frosts using specially designed fruit sleeves.Plant ListJulia's tomatoes:San Marzano PlumBlack CherryGreen Zebra Yellow SubmarineBarry's Crazy CherryBlack RussianFeo De Riogordo Gardeners' DelightDan's wallflowers:Fire KingVulcanCloth of GoldCottage Fragrance' (mixture)'Persian Carpet' (mixture)Useful LinksDan's Signature Dutch trowelSaltwood Castle open garden and plant fair on April 29thHatfield House plant fair on April 30thOne Garden Brighton - Julia's book signing on May 1stBorde Hill plant fair on May 7thWebsiteshttps://www.dancoopergarden.com/https://www.parkers-patch.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready to give your house plants the love and care they deserve this spring? It's that time of year again where we shed our winter blues and embrace the sunshine and fresh air of a new season. And what better way to welcome the change than by spring cleaning for your plant babies? In this episode, we've got you covered with a checklist of things to do to set your plants up for success this season, while also cultivating joy and mindfulness in the process!In this episode, we learn:[02:42] What is spring cleaning for your houseplants[03:45] How the health of your plants can reflect your mental state[04:00] Spring Houseplant Care Checklist [04:09] 1. Understanding how the change in daylight affects plant care[05:09] 1.a. How to adjust watering frequency during spring[08:10] 1.b. More light equals more photosynthesis (Ensure your plants are getting enough light!)[10:18] 2. Mind your temperature (Keep your plants in a comfortable environment!)[11:20] 3. Spring cleaning![13:10] 3.a. Prune brown and yellow leaves to promote growth[16:45] 3.b. Why you need to wipe your leaves[19:30] Where can you get plant-rich meals delivered to your door?[22:22] The best place to get safe and easy-to-use gardening products for your houseplants[24:17] 4. Refresh soil if necessary[25:45] 4.a. Repot or pot up your plants[29:41] 5. Fertilize if your plant is growing[31:23] 6. Consider the pros and cons of moving plants outside in the spring[36:06] 7. Why it is important to assess your plant collection[38:18] How tending to your plants can reveal interesting parallels between them and your lifeMentioned in our conversation:HygrometerHumidifiersSoltech Grow LightsLomi composterEspoma Insect ControlCurio cabinetsFor the full houseplant spring cleaning checklist,check our the full show notes and blog here!Thank you to our episode sponsors:SakaraMake eating healthier easier with science-backed, plant-rich nutrition programs and wellness essentials right to your door! Sakara provides ready-to-eat meals that are nutritionally designed to deliver results — from weight management and eased bloat, to boosted energy and clearer skin. Enjoy delicious meals that have a perfect balance of plants,protein and fats, while also taking control of your physical health.Get 20% off your first order when you use code "GROWINGJOY" at sakara.com.Espoma OrganicSpring cleaning is less complicated when you have the right products on hand! Espoma Organic is dedicated to making safe indoor and outdoor gardening products for people, pets, and the planet. They have an amazing variety of high-quality, organic potting mixes, garden soil, fertilizers, and pest control products that are organic and eco-friendly. To top it all off, they have a huge sustainability commitment with a 100% solar powered plant, zero waste manufacturing and eco-friendly packaging.Visit espoma.com to find your local Espoma dealer or check my Amazon storefront.Follow Maria and Growing Joy:Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants) by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha LeungJoin the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! Get your FREE 2-week trial here!Take the Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle)Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon!Instagram: @growingjoywithmariaTiktok: @growingjoywithmariaSubscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmariaWebsite: www.growingjoywithmaria.comPinterest: @growingjoywithmariaOur Sponsors:* Check out Quince: https://www.quince.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Since the name of the show is Garden Basics, let's cover something that's basic, but not necessarily easy or successful.  America's Favorite Retired College Horticulture Professor, Debbie Flower walks us step by step through  the topic of how to repot a plant. It's not as simple as you might think, and we offer tips to make sure your repotting efforts are more successful. Some Topics covered include:• What is a sure fire way of knowing your plant has overgrown the pot?  It's a habit you should get into doing on a regular basis. (2:30)• If a plant is overgrown in a pot, do you need to use a bigger pot? (4:23)• What's the easiest ways of removing a cramped plant from its pot? Debbie has a serious tool for the job, a garden implement that no gardener should be without. (5:27)• Should you fertilize a newly repotted plant? (26:45)We're podcasting from Barking Dog Studios here in the beautiful Abutilon Jungle in Suburban Purgatory. It's the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast, brought to you today by Smart Pots and Dave Wilson Nursery.  Let's go!Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at BuzzsproutPictured: Daphne Odora, Winter Daphne. Is it too big for the pot?Links: Subscribe to the free, Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter https://gardenbasics.substack.com Smart Pots https://smartpots.com/fred/ Dave Wilson Nursery https://www.davewilson.com/home-garden/Hori Hori knifeSoil Mixes For Container Gardening (UC)UC Properties of Soil Mix ComponentsFarmer Fred Rant: Make Your Own Planting MixDr. Linda Chalker Scott - Soil Structure and FunctionalityRaffaele DiLallo author - “Houseplant Warrior” All About Farmer Fred: Farmer Fred website The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred" Instagram: farmerfredhoffman Twitter: @farmerfredFarmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here.Got a garden question? • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics• Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964. • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net• E-mail: fred@farmerfred.comThank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter

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Drought stressed plants should be bright back to health prior to repotting for best chance of success :)

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My houseplants are teaching me things again! This week we're talking about how to create space for growth. Hint: It doesn't require a complete overhaul of your life--just a bigger pot.Tune in to discover: 

Let's take ten minutes to settle and focus.

For episode homepage, resources and links, visit: https://kristenmanieri.com/episode179   Description Have you ever felt stuck, lost, uninspired, or simply bored? When we've left a houseplant too long in a pot that's too small, the plant will eventually stop growing and die. We humans are not much different. In her new book, Repotting Your Life: Sense When You're Stuck. Explore What's Possible. Claim Room to Grow, author Frances Edmonds explores how we can look at our lives and see when we've become pot bound, or said another way, in need of growth and change.  We're designed to grow and flourish. Sometimes the answer is to repot.   Guest Bio Frances Edmonds has worked all over the world as an international conference interpreter, writer, broadcaster, keynote speaker, building contractor, and business development networker. Frances holds a master's degree in modern languages from Cambridge University and a fellowship from Stanford's Distinguished Careers Institute. A founding member, fellow, and award-winning speaker of the UK's prestigious Professional Speaking Association, Frances has worked extensively for national and independent TV and radio in the UK and Australia and has written for a wide range of publications on politics, sports, cross-cultural communication, longevity, and personal development. She speaks four languages and is fond of inventing additional words of her own. She divides her time between London and the South of France.   Host Bio Kristen Manieri is the author of Better Daily Mindfulness Habits (July 2021: Rockridge Press). She's a certified both as a habits coach and mindfulness teacher. She specializes in: stress reduction, energy management, mindset, resilience, focus, habit formation, rest rituals, and prioritizing personal well-being. As the host of the weekly 60 Mindful Minutes podcast, an Apple top 100 social science podcast, Kristen has interviewed over 120 authors and thought leaders about what it means to live a more conscious, connected, intentional AND joyful life. Learn more at https://kristenmanieri.com/work-with-me/.   Mentioned in this Episode Guest's book: Repotting Your Life: Sense When You're Stuck. Explore What's Possible. Claim Room to Grow: https://www.amazon.com/Repotting-Your-Life-Explore-Possible/dp/1615198717   Guest's website: https://www.francesedmonds.co.uk/ Connect with the 60 Mindful Minutes podcast   Web: https://kristenmanieri.com Email: Kristen@kristenmanieri.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/60MindfulMinutes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristenmanieri_/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/kristenmanieri/  

Orchids are a popular and colorful addition to any home setting. In this episode of the Sunshine Gardening Podcast, I called up Dr. Rick Durham, Extension Professor and Consumer Horticulture Specialist to have him answer common questions about how to properly care for orchids in the home! To get the full scoop on showing orchid love in the home, stay right here for more on the Sunshine Gardening podcast! Tell us about some of the common orchid types for the home. Phalaenopsis – Moth Orchid – Southeast Asia Often considered easiest to growEpiphyticRequire moderate light and good moistureTemperatures of mid 60s night, 70-80 daysFlower spikes often produce new buds after floweringMay bloom anytime of the year, many flowersIndividual flowers last from a few days to a month or more Moth Orchids Dendrobium – many resemble Phalaenopsis, Philippines, Australia, East Asia EpiphyticMore light than PhalaenopsisTemperature variable, most require nights of 55-60, daytime in 70-80.Somewhat forgiving of dry medium –pseudobulbs, some like a dormancy periodSeasonal bloom periodsFlowers may last for 6 weeks or more Dendrobium Orchids What kind of care is needed to keep orchids happy at home? Tell us more about the cultural requirements needed for orchids such as light, growing media, and humidity. Light• Orchids generally need bright, often indirect, light• Those listed above will grow in the home under proper conditions• Southeast or south exposure window is best for those needing lots of light: Cattleya, Oncidium, Dendrobium, close to window• East or west exposure window is best for lower-light species: Phalaenopsis and Paphiopedilum• No mid-day sun for any, may benefit from summers outdoors but no direct mid-day sun• Also - possible to grow orchids under lights Epiphytes - grow on trees• Light, airy growing medium• Tree fern fiber, fir bark, sphagnum peat, vermiculite, redwood fiber, lava rock, mounted on cork• Pots should have ample drainage• Pot-in-pot systems may increase humidity around root system, avoid standing water• Repot every 2-3 years as medium breaks down and plants out grow their pot• The presence of aerial roots is normal and healthy• Soft, dark colored roots are a sign of too much water Humidity• Many orchid species are native to tropical rain forests• Home humidity levels can be quite low (both summerand winter)• Avoid drafts of forced air (hot and cold)• Use room humidifier, group plants together, or place plants on pebble-filled trays with water• Spraying plants with water is less beneficial• Orchids may benefit from summers outdoors– protect from mid-day sun– step up watering and increase fertility How often should you water orchids? How often should you apply fertilizer? Watering• Water often enough so that medium stays moist, brief periods of dryness is ok• Pots will become light – indication that water is needed• If water accumulates in saucer or outer pot, pour it out soon after watering• Ice can be used as a substitute for watering, I prefer to do so only occasionally• Note pseudobulbs – They should be plump and firm, naturally shrivel with age Fertilization• Fertilization is most crucial when new growth is occurring (after flowering)• Orchids are not heavy feeders• I fertilize about once a month with a ¼ strength soluble house plant fertilizer• I generally fertilize more in summer when I also water more If someone wanted to learn more about orchids, what resources are available? For more information, check out these resources: • American Orchid Society, www.aos.org • Wikipedia, www.wikipedia.org – search for various types of orchids• Various on-line forums and web sites including YouTube videos of how to…. I hope that you enjoyed our discussion today on showing orchid love in the home! A special thank you to Dr. Rick Durham for being our guest on the Sunshine Gardening Podcast! To view the show notes for Episode 21,