Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, gives how-to tips to the newcomer to gardening. Listen in to find out. What should you know about planting? What do you need to prep your soil for th…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss peaches and how to get the best blooms. Do you have to have more than one peach tree to get your trees to produce fruit? Lis…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about pruning your plants that are looking a little sad, horticultural oil for your plants, and other tips for planting. Listen in to hear what…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the garden seed and houseplants of January. What were the best plants and garden seeds of the month? Listen in to find out.

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In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares why you should be planting your wildflowers now. What is the best method to plant those wildflowers and how to prep your garden? Listen in to …

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss houseplants to have in your home for a better night's rest. Plants can help clean the air and bring great health benefits. S…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how to beautify ornamental grass with manure. Ornamental grass can be a gorgeous addition to your yard. So how can you boost the growth of the…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share when can spring planting begin. January is over and we start dreaming about those spring blooms and warmer temps. So when can …

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how to prepare your garden in January for spring planting. What should you be doing now to get your garden ready for the spring? Listen in to …

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares why gardening makes him happy. Is it the activity of planting? Is it the green plants, the flowers, or the fruit that rewards him after weeks …

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about two steps for better DIY Landscapes. Time is marching forward and we are moving from winter toward spring. What are two steps you should …

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss fun fruit trees for a better spring harvest. There are so many fruit trees that can grow in this area. Which ones are the be…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about Winter Gem Boxwood, one of the Watters January Companion Plants. What is the best way to care for this evergreen plant? Listen in to find…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about dealing with plants that block a view. You might have a large plant that is blocking your view. What do you do to clear t…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about what happens when plants are dormant.  When those plants get quiet in the winter waiting for spring to arrive, what are these plants doin…

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about the free garden classes being offered at Watters Garden Center.  The classes are held every Saturday from9:30 am-10:30 am and will cover …

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the 17 best landscaping shrubs of spring. Learn the most popular, prettiest, and best growing shrubs to plant for spring. Listen in to find ou…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss gardening with deer and javelina. Gardening can be a challenge with wildlife coming into the yards to eat your plants. So what are some …

In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the January companion plant: Arizona Cypress. Learn care instructions, how to plant, and more in this episode. 

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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss if wildflowers can be seeded over snow.  Short answer: Yes! But there are some steps you should consider before you start spreading thos…