Organic Gardening For Beginners is your go-to podcast for learning how to grow a thriving, organic garden—without the overwhelm. Whether you’re short on time, unsure where to start, or looking for practical advice, this podcast will help you grow with confidence.
Join Jessica, experienced gardener of over 20 years as she shares easy-to-follow tips, inspiration, and real-world strategies for success. With over 50 episodes and thousands of downloads, Organic Gardening For Beginners has helped countless gardeners get started and stay motivated. Now, it’s back with fresh insights and guidance to help you every step of the way.
Each week, we’ll dig into topics like:
🌱 How to start a garden that fits your lifestyle and space
🌱 Companion planting, seed starting, and organic gardening principles
🌱 Monthly garden to-do lists and seasonal planting tips
🌱 Time-saving strategies for busy gardeners
🌱 How to maximize small spaces and grow more with less effort
If you’ve ever wondered:
❓ How do I start a garden from scratch?
❓ When and how should I start seeds?
❓ What should I plant, and where?
❓ How do I make gardening work with a busy life?
You’re in the right place. Let’s dig in and grow something great—together!
Spring is such a busy time of year that even knowing where to start can seem overwhelming. This episode breaks down how to avoid that overwhelm and instead learn how to take full advantage of your sp…
Starting your seeds indoors is one of the most exciting parts of gardening, but it can also feel overwhelming. In this episode, I’ll walk you through five essential tips for starting your seeds indoo…
Figuring out how to get your garden started is the next step once you know what you want to grow.
But how exactly do you do that? Today, I’m breaking down the difference between direct sowing and ind…
It's February in the garden, and that opens up the possibility for SO MANY things to do, from starting a whole slew of seeds to attending local workshops to visiting fruit tree nurseries.
You won't b…
Welcome back to this episode where I dive into the world of gardening with a seasonal twist. I'm Jessica, and in this episode, we cap off our January garden planning series with some golden nuggets o…
It's all about learning from past gardening mistakes this week! I've committed many common rookie mistakes over my years of gardening, and I want to share some of the easy-to-avoid ones with you this…
Unlock the secrets to a thriving organic garden with my deep dive into planning and preparation strategies that go beyond the norm.
1. Establish Your Garden Priorities:
- Discover the art of maximi…
What better way to start the garden season than a reminder of three gardening truths that can help you avoid overwhelm, analysis paralysis, and disappointment if things don't go to plan?
Embracing the…
Happy New Year in the garden! Get ready for garden planning, seed sowing, and making (or shrinking) garden beds this year.
Epsiode 038 will cover:
- Tailored guidance for both warm and cold climate g…
Listen in as I take a moment during the festive season to share heartfelt reflections on a year of transformation, both in my personal life and in my garden.
Having uprooted from the familiar climate…
Whether you live in a city apartment with only a small balcony or have a tiny backyard, there's no reason why you can't start an organic garden. In the latest episode of Organic Gardening for Beginne…
Title: Raised Beds vs In-Ground Gardening: A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Best Method for You
Welcome to another episode of Organic Gardening for Beginners! Today, we are going to delve into th…
What is there to do in your garden in December? Well, it depends on where you live!
Zone 9 and above can work on overwintering flowers and perennial veggies, harvesting crops that are still producing.…
Gardening can easily turn into an expensive hobby, but it doesn’t have to! In this episode, I'll share practical tips and essential strategies to help you cultivate a healthy and productive garden wh…
Does it feel like gardening is an impossible activity to juggle with the chaos of parenthood? I hear you! As the mom of two kids age 2 and 4, I've got some practice with walking the line between invo…
One of the biggest roadblocks to starting a garden is being a renter, which is why today I am happy to bring you the latest podcast episode that will hopefully convince you it's not only doable, but …
Join me as I chat about the seemingly unrelated worlds of military life and gardening.
In this special Veterans Day episode, I draw from my own experiences as a military spouse, sharing how gardening…
Another month, another checklist! Though considering we're heading into the shorter and colder winter months, the checklist isn't all that long this month.
In this episode, we'll chat about some of t…
Let's explore a new approach to companion planting, where we focus on growing flowers alongside your vegetables (and herbs!). It's all about making gardening accessible, enjoyable, and multipurpose.
B…
Gear up for a thrilling journey into the world of culinary herbs!
You'll walk away from this episode with a wealth of knowledge on how to cultivate your own flavor and pollinator powerhouse, from the…