Garden Fundamentals Show
A show about gardening with host Robert Pavlis, blogger, YouTuber and award winning author of gardening books. We help you become a better gardener by providing the truth in gardening.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 127
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Synthetic Fertilizer Increases Microbe Populations in Soil
The science is clear - fertilizer grows microbes in soil, improves soil structure, and grows better plants.👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenM…
Should You Use a Seed Humidity Dome?
Many people use humidity domes incorrectly. Learn when and how to use them.👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25👍 Get FREE eBoo…
Understanding Potting Soil Labels - What Do They Really Mean?
Learn to separate fact from fiction on bags of potting soil. What do all of the terms mean? Which ones are important?👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://w…
How Long Should Lights be On for Seedlings - Set Timers Correctly.
Best light timer setting for your seedlings? How much light do they really need? 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25👍 Get FRE…
The Secret to Growing Under LED Lights - The Correct Height?
Learn how to set up grow lights correctly. The right height and duration for your LED lights are determined by the Daily Light Integral (DLI).Products mentioned in the program:PAR meter: https://amzn…
Xeriscaping - Learn to Garden with Less Water
Modify your garden style to make better use of water. It does not have to look like a desert.👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavli…
Is Compost Killing Your Plants?
You must know this about compost - it is great if used correctly but it has a dark side that can kill your plants.👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25https://www.…
Expert Tips - Make Your Houseplants Thrive!
The tricks and tips I use to grow better houseplants with a few myths added in to make you a better gardener. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25 https://www.G…
Stop Leggy Seedlings - 4 Tricks You Should Know
This is how I prevent leggy seedlings and produce healthier plants. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25 https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25 👍 Get FREE eBook…
Do You Really Know What You are Paying for Food? Find Out and Save.
Selecting the right food can have a big impact on your grocery bill. Find out how you can save money and make healthier food choices. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code…
What do Gardeners Think about the New "Purple" GMO Tomato?
Interview with Nathan Pumplin of Norfolk about their new GMO "Purple" tomato: history, GMO concerns, health benefits and reviews from gardeners. More about GMO's: https://www.gardenmyths.com/gmo-myt…
Build a Rain Garden ☔️🌊❄️ Step by Step Instructions that Makes it Easy
Rain gardens reduce watering needs and are great for the environment. Every garden should have one. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25 https://www.GardenMyths…
Spend Less and Grow More - My Money Saving Secrets
15 Tips for Growing Cheaper Food. Learn how to save money growing your own food. Vegetable Master Class: https://youtu.be/-8FhheT3TlI?list=PLq7hmpP9i05QoJeccZYdnC0axOkKGVptY 10 Best Vegetables for…
Repot Houseplants Correctly and Stop Believing These Myths
Learn how to report plants correctly. Pot size does not matter, repot when needed, fertilize afterward, don't mist, use the right pot size. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discou…
Common Orchid Problems and How to Solve Them
Review of some common problems: mealy bugs, scale, crown rot and root rot. The focus is on root rot - the main reason orchids die. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: P…
Best Way to Test Soil Nutrients 🌋🌳💲 Should You Get a Soil Test?
The pros and cons for 4 testing options - which one is best? Here is what I do. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25 https://www.GardenMyths.com/Pavlis25 👍 Get…
How Many Different Fertilizers Should You Use?
Which combination of fertilizers grow the best plants? Do you need compost + fish + kelp + vermicompost + synthetic? Is Fish Fertilizer Better Than Compost? https://www.gardenmyths.com/compost_vs_fis…
Common Orchid Problems and How to Solve Them
Review of some common problems: mealy bugs, scale, crown rot and root rot. The focus is on root rot - the main reason orchids die. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: P…
Lies About Reusing Old Potting Media
Reuse old potting soil properly and keep your plants healthy. Don't believe everything you see on the internet. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis25 https://www.…
Hear the Sound "Stressed" Plants Make
Stressed plants make ultrasonic sounds that have been recorded by scientists for the first time. Hear what they sound like. 👍 25% off all my New Society Published books. Use Discount Code: Pavlis2…