Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, shares how to keep tiny black ants out of your kitchen and home. We've entered monsoon season and with the increase in moisture, you may notice an inc…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center cover the top shade trees for the Verde Valley. Summertime is here and the weather is hot but having some great shade in the yard can make a wor…

In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, shares how to organically control snails, slugs, and ants the easy way. From starting with healthy plants to the best pest control products, Ken Lain …

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses upcoming events and educational opportunities offered at the Garden Center. He talks about upcoming gardening classes in July and August an…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, interviews Chris Shipley, owner of Civano's Nursery, one of the largest growing operations in the Southwest. They discuss Civano's commitment to qual…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss planting summer herbs in the garden. The hot summer is a great time to plant herbs like basil and tarragon, and the timing is perfect as…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, describes common issues encountered in vegetable gardens. Learn how to handle a lack of fruit set in plants like cucumbers and gourds, and blossom en…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center answer how to tell if aphids are attacking a plant. Learn how to identify and defeat aphids, what signs plants might give off if they are under …

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares simple steps to heal your sick garden. He covers why a plant might be showing signs of stress and what to do to help it thrive. He also delves…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, sends out a Sip and Shop Invite for July 24th! This event promises sangria, exotic plants like pitcher plants and constellation monsters, and complim…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about plants that grow with less effort. Low-maintenance plants are great solutions for areas with challenging conditions, particularly the Ari…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share the best sedums of summer. There are various perennials and succulents that are ideal for summer gardens, especially in the hot, sunny cli…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares the secret to forcing plants to bloom again. As the season progresses, your plant's blooms with start to fade. What can you do now to help you…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott give an arborist guide to healing really big trees. Aphid infestations can be especially problematic for large trees. So, what can y…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares why plants need summer food to thrive. During Northern Arizona's harsh summer conditions, characterized by dryness, wind, and heat, plants oft…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares what might cause your flowers to stop blooming. Learn about common garden pests that can affect your blooms and the best solutions to stop eac…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares lush lavender secrets to keep them blooming all season long. Check out the beautiful lavender varieties available at Watters Garden Center and…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share rabbit-proof plants that are perfect for every garden. Lisa has a long history with Watters Garden Center, and she has some great practica…

In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses organic plant foods for healthier plants in the garden. Learn the importance of fertilizing plants in Arizona gardens just before the antic…

In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center ask if single-trunk or multi-trunk aspen is better. Planting aspen in the area is a great tree choice, but what type of aspen is best? Also, lea…