Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to deal with plants that block a view. Having a great view is not so great when the plants in your yard are blocking that view. What a…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses what happens when plants are dormant. What is the best way to care for a dormant plant? Do you need to take steps to help it revive in the sp…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about the free garden classes offered at Watters Garden Center. Grow your green thumb with all the wonderful free garden classes starting this mo…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares 17 show-stopping shrubs for your landscape. Whether you are looking for a pop of color in the fall, brilliant greens and blues in the winter, or…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss living in harmony with deer and javelina when gardening. Deer and javelina can wreak havoc on your garden making it difficult to have a …

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about the perfect partners for Arizona Cypress. There are some great companion plants that you can put in your garden with the Arizona Cypress. T…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center chat about how snow helps wildflower seeds. It's still quite chilly out as we make our way through winter. Snow can still happen for at least a …

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener addresses whether coffee grounds are good for plants or not. Should you be using coffee grounds? Is there something better? Listen in to find out.

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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about the online nursery Toptenplants.com where you can shop and learn all you need to know about planting. How much water does that plant need? …

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about 10 shrubs that are tough enough for mountain landscapes. The large swing in temps from icy cold winter to sweltering heat of summer can mak…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott chat about ways to attract more birds beyond the bird feeder. Do you love attracting birds to your yard? Do you enjoy bird watching?…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, chats about the January jewels that will brighten your winter. Companion planting makes the garden so hardy and brilliant. What plants can you plant i…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center chat about dealing with burlap when planting a large evergreen pine. When you get a new evergreen pine the root ball is often covered with burla…

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 this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about how to stake a tree for faster growth. If you have a tree that needs a little extra support, it can be important to stake the tree properly…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener gives a winter pruning guide for your backyard. What are the steps you should take to prune this winter? Listen in to find out.

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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center go beyond decoration and the power of houseplants. Houseplants bring lovely decoration to your house but they also bring other benefits. What ar…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares how to unlock the earth. Learn how to plant successfully in any soil. From clay-heavy to dry and nutrient-poor soil, planting can be a challenge…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott hold a peony pruning power hour. What should you do to properly care for your peony? What pruning tips should you know for a healthy…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about winter landscape planting for a stunning spring. Now is the time to do some planting to create that great garden when spring arrives. What …