Planting Out the Summer Garden: Take Care of Those Newly Planted Babies

Sow it, Grow it, Cook it

Sherva and Karen are in the thick of planting the summer garden! In this episode, they discussed a wide range of topics related to gardening, particularly focusing on planting, fertilizing, and companion planting. Here's a breakdown of the main points discussed:

1. Planting: You both talked about your recent planting activities, including tomatoes, okra, peppers, eggplants, cucumbers, bitter melons, and herbs. There was a discussion about the varieties planted, their growth stages, and your plans for succession planting.
2. Fertilizing: The conversation touched upon the importance of fertilizing your plants, particularly with fish emulsion, and how it helps promote healthy growth. You also discussed the use of rabbit poop, horse manure, and other organic fertilizers to enrich the soil.
3. Companion Planting: There was a detailed discussion about companion planting, especially using herbs like basil to ward off pests like tomato hornworms. You shared your anecdotal experiment about the effectiveness of companion planting in controlling pests.
4. Garlic Growing: You mentioned a listener's question about growing garlic and shared your experiences with growing garlic in raised beds with fluffy soil. You emphasized the importance of patience and research in successful gardening.
5. Learning from YouTube: Both of you highlighted the value of YouTube as a learning resource for gardening. You discussed how YouTube videos provide practical insights, tips, and techniques, allowing viewers to learn from others' experiences.
6. Pepper Varieties and Cooking: The conversation veered towards pepper varieties, including hot peppers, and how you use them in cooking. You shared experiences with making harissa seasoning and experimenting with different pepper varieties in recipes.

Overall, the podcast conversation covered various aspects of gardening, including planting, fertilizing, companion planting, and learning resources like YouTube. It provided valuable insights and tips for both novice and experienced gardeners.

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