382 - Maximizing Your Fall Garden Success: Expert Tips from North to South

The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy

In this episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast, host Jill continues her discussion with Peter from the Garden Family in Southwest Ohio (Zone 6b) and Rebecca from Happy Heart Gardens in Southern Alabama (Zone 9a). The episode explores how varying daylight affects fall gardening across different regions, focusing on plant growth and the use of covers to protect against frost and pests. Peter and Rebecca share their insights on optimizing garden timing, using different types of row covers, and the benefits of cover crops. They also offer advice for new gardeners on how to start small and plan effectively for a prosperous fall garden. The episode aims to equip listeners with practical knowledge to enhance their gardening practices through seasonal transitions. Thank you to our sponsors: Organic REV | Garden in Minutes 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:25 Understanding Daylight and Its Impact on Gardening 04:26 Fall Gardening Tips and Techniques 07:36 The Importance of Row Covers 17:50 Cover Crops and Winter Gardening 22:18 Final Advice for New Fall Gardeners

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