Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses the fastest-growing plants for a thick hedge of privacy. Do you have an area of your home or garden that you want to have some privacy? Don't…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares why weather matters when gardening. Every year, the spring weather can range from hot and dry to cold and rainy. Some years the temps are just…

In this episode, Ken Lain is joined by Mike Neenan of Schmit Nursery to discuss the flowers and trees of spring. Blooms become abundant this time of year on trees, shrubs, and in our gardens. What ar…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the spring gopher plant and garden companions. Gopher Plant is a hardy plant that can handle a wide range of temperatures to…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares when spring blooming plants need frost protection. Spring is here but that doesn't mean we won't see at least one more cold snap before warmer…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott answer when a lawn should start getting water and food. Lawn care basics can be a challenge for many and knowing when to start water…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener talks about the top 10 blooming shrubs of spring.  Spring is rolling in and now is the perfect time to get planting! What are the best blooming shrubs…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener discusses why 62 years in the family business matters. Watters Garden Center is celebrating 62 years of serving the community and bringing the best of…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener talks about the top 10 garden shortcuts of spring that make gardens better. What should you be doing in your garden now to make life easier? What can …

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the top 10 perennial spring flowers that thrive for years. Want flowers that keep dazzling year after year? Get ready for sp…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener discusses March's companion plants and the fanciful forsythia. Forsythia brings a bright pop of yellow to your garden and it plays well with the other…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about the top 10 hedges to plant for privacy. Want a lush privacy screen for your yard? Look no further than these top hedge pl…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener covers why roses and hedges are best pruned in March. Embrace March’s mild days to prune for perfect roses and robust hedges. Old, gnarled rose canes …

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener talks about the top 3 evergreens that bloom every year. Did you know that evergreens weren't just green and that they can bloom? There are some beauti…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener has a conversation with Marketplace Chaplain Steve Buttons.  Steve is part of a group of chaplains who work with businesses around town. Listen in to …

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss spring poppies and their blooming companions. Poppies are beautiful flowers that bring a bright pop to the garden. So what b…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener talks about bark beetle prevention for healthier evergreen trees. Those pesky bugs, bark beetles, can cause a huge problem and make it hard for your e…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about growing better peonies as fragrant spring flowers. Peonies are a beautiful fragrant blooms, so how do you get the most ou…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener talks about the top 10 evergreens for zone 7 landscapes. It's officially planting season and there are so many great evergreens for the current landsc…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener talks about Top10Plants.com and all the information shared with readers on gardeners. For 52 weeks a year, Ken shares gardening tips and information t…