Best Kathi Rodgers Podcasts (2025)

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Gardening on a Budget: How to Save Money While Growing Your Own Healthy Food 13:01

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Leave a comment here! Gardening doesn't have to be expensive. In this episode we share easy, frugal gardening ideas for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike. From saving money on seeds and soil to reusing containers and more, you’ll discover how to garden on a budget and still grow a thriving harvest. These resourceful tips will help you save mon…

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6 Simple Steps for Fall Garden Cleanup 10:26

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Leave a comment here! Let's walk through the essential fall garden cleanup chores, from clearing spent plants and mulching to caring for perennials and tools, so your garden is ready for a fresh start next spring. These six steps will help protect your soil, reduce pests, and prepare for a thriving spring garden. Transcript/Related blog post: https…

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Overwintering Tomato Plants 15:58

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Leave a comment here! If you've ever wanted to skip the seed-starting chaos or hold onto a variety you love, this episode is for you. I’ve been overwintering tomato plants for over a decade - no greenhouse or grow lights required - and I’ll walk you through three simple methods that really work. You’ll hear the exact technique I use in my kitchen w…

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How to Keep Produce Fresh Longer, with Amy Cross of The Cross Legacy 28:20

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Leave a comment here! Are you tired of tossing out wilted lettuce and moldy berries? In this episode I’m joined by Amy Cross of The Cross Legacy, the go-to expert on keeping produce fresh longer. We talk about how to wash and store everything from avocados to zucchini, how to stretch your garden harvest or your grocery budget, and easy ways to redu…

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How to Save Seeds from Your Vegetable Garden 13:09

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Leave a comment here! Learn how to save seeds from your vegetable garden with this beginner-friendly guide. Discover the benefits of saving heirloom and open-pollinated seeds, how to avoid cross-pollination, and tips for proper seed storage. Whether you grow tomatoes, peppers, beans, or lettuce, this episode will teach you how to collect and preser…

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When to Plant Your Fall Garden 11:05

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Leave a comment here! Timing is everything when it comes to fall gardening; your plants need enough time to mature before the first frost of autumn. In this episode we'll figure out your average first frost date, the ideal time to plant, and what vegetables to grow in a fall garden. You'll learn how to protect tender seedlings from the heat and sun…

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Secrets to a Thriving Summer Vegetable Garden 14:24

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Leave a comment here! Is your summer vegetable garden just barely hanging on? In this episode, I’m sharing ten practical strategies to help you grow a thriving garden, even when the heat is relentless and the pests move in. Uncover simple ways to water wisely, use shade to your advantage, and keep your plants healthy and productive all summer long.…

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How to Get Rid of Squash Bugs Organically 13:38

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Leave a comment here! Squash bugs can ruin your squash harvest fast, but you can stop them without resorting to chemicals. In this episode, learn how to identify squash bug damage, how to begin prevention before you even plant your squash, and how to get rid of squash bugs organically. From resistant squash varieties and companion planting to organ…

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Grow More in Less Space: Growing Vegetables Vertically 13:00

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Leave a comment here! You can grow more food without needing more space. In this episode, we’re exploring how vertical gardening can help you maximize your garden’s potential, even in a small area. From trellises to arches and cages, I’ll walk you through simple tools and techniques to grow crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, beans, melons, and more - …

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Why You Should Grow Flowers in Your Vegetable Garden 11:48

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Leave a comment here! This week we're digging into the many benefits of growing flowers right alongside your vegetables. From controlling pests to attracting pollinators and improving soil health, flowers are more than just eye candy. Learn how to use flowers for companion planting, where to place trap crops for maximum pest protection, which flowe…

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Quick Wins: Fast-Growing Vegetables 11:18

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Leave a comment here! You can grow fresh, homegrown food in just a few weeks! In this episode, you’ll discover some of the fastest-growing vegetables, plus when and how to harvest them. You’ll also learn about the quickest crops of all: sprouts and microgreens. Even if you’re short on time or space, you can grow food fast. Bonus: these quick-growin…

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Volunteer Plants: How to Use Them Wisely 13:43

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Leave a comment here! Have you ever spotted a surprise seedling in your garden bed and wondered if it’s a weed or something worth keeping? In this episode we'll dive into the world of volunteer plants - those unexpected, self-sown seedlings that pop up on their own. You’ll learn where they come from, how to identify them, and whether to let them gr…

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Gardening Tips, Farm Life, and the CowPots Story with guest Amanda Freund 22:14

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Leave a comment here! Join host Kathi Rodgers and guest Amanda Freund as they share advice and tips for new gardeners, chat about farm life, and Amanda tells the story of the creation of CowPots, a sustainable alternative to peat and plastic seed-starting pots. Transcript/Related post Visit CowPots' website for more information: https://cowpots.com…

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How to Transplant Tomatoes the Right Way 8:55

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Leave a comment here! Timing is everything when it comes to transplanting tomatoes in your garden! In this episode, we're digging into how to transplant tomatoes the right way so they'll thrive in their new home. You'll learn when to transplant tomatoes outside, the best time of day to transplant tomatoes, and how deep to transplant tomatoes for st…

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What To Do With Green Tomatoes in the Fall 12:01

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Leave a comment here! If you're growing tomatoes in your backyard vegetable garden, you'll probably have green tomatoes left on your plants at the end of the season. If you're wondering what you can do with those green tomatoes, you'll appreciate these suggestions to ripen your green tomatoes before the first fall frost, and to get the most out of …

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Survival Seeds, Are They Necessary? 12:08

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Leave a comment here! Should you invest in a survival seed kit? These pre-packaged seeds are meant to be stored away long-term until you have to start growing your own food after an emergency or world-wide crisis. Here's why a survival seed kit might be a good option, but perhaps not your best option. I'll tell you why, and what to do instead - eve…

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9 Warm Weather Vegetables That Will Thrive in Your Summer Garden 18:25

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Leave a comment here! In this episode, we explore nine summer vegetables that thrive in hot weather. Learn essential tips and suggestions for growing these heat-loving vegetables in your backyard garden. Plus, discover the secrets to maximizing your harvest from your garden this summer. Let's dig in! Transcript/Related Post: 9 Warm-Weather Vegetabl…

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The Benefits of Composting for Your Backyard Garden 16:14

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Leave a comment here! Discover the benefits of composting for your vegetable garden, and the advantages of composting at home. Composting your yard waste and kitchen garbage is the best way to improve your garden. Here are four reasons you should be composting, in honor of Learn About Composting Day. RELATED POST: 4 Reasons You Should Be Composting…

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Which Tomato Variety is Best for Your Garden? 16:14

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Leave a comment here! Nine out of 10 gardeners grow tomatoes, making it the most popular garden vegetable to grow. And there are more than 10,000 varieties of tomatoes to choose from. Let’s explore the differences - heirlooms vs hybrid varieties, determinate vs indeterminate growing habits, and the six different sizes and shapes of tomatoes. Which …

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7 Easy-to-Grow Spring Vegetables 15:30

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Leave a comment here! Discover seven easy-to-grow cool-season plants ideal for your backyard garden. From vibrant greens to flavorful root vegetables plus a delicious fruit, you'll learn about these easy-to-grow spring vegetables and why it's important that you know how to grow your own food. Transcript/related post: 7 Easy Cool-Season Vegetables t…

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How to Plant Potatoes in Containers 15:29

2y ago15:29

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Leave a comment here! Potatoes are a great way to make ends meet, and you can save even more money by growing them in containers. There are a few things you need to pay attention to though, and we'll discuss them in this episode. Let's dig in! Transcript/related post: How to Plant Potatoes in Containers Keep in touch! Oak Hill Homestead, the blog F…

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What to Plant in a Vegetable Garden 15:57

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Leave a comment here! What will you grow in your backyard vegetable garden? Choosing what to grow in a garden can be overwhelming with all the choices that are available. These tips will walk you through the steps of how to choose the vegetables and fruits to plant in your backyard garden. You'll find suggested vegetable varieties for small gardens…

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Benefits of Growing in Raised Garden Beds 13:59

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Leave a comment here! Every inch of soil counts in a backyard garden, and raised garden beds can be a game-changer, an efficient solution with many benefits. From soil improvement to better use of your garden space, learn about the advantages of raised garden beds, and about some of the disadvantages too. Let’s dig in! Transcript/related post: The …

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Grow a Salad Garden in a Small Space 19:55

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Leave a comment here! Here are my 8 secrets to growing a successful salad garden in a small space, a flowerbed or in plant pots and containers. You can grow a healthy salad almost anywhere, even if you're short on garden space and have little gardening experience. Transcript (and free guide to choosing plants for a salad garden): Grow a Salad Garde…

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How to Recover from a Bad Garden Year 13:53

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Leave a comment here! How do you deal with a disappointing garden season? Have you tried gardening in the past but you were far from successful and you're not sure you want to try again? Some years are like that. In fact, I have a confession to make, and I’m going to spill the beans in this episode. Let’s dig in! Transcript/related post: Recovering…

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Planting Garlic in Your Backyard Garden or Containers 13:51

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Leave a comment here! How to plant garlic in your backyard garden or in containers. Garlic is easy to plant and easy to grow. Learn about: types of garlic when to plant garlic where to buy garlic bulbs for planting how to plant garlic companion plants for garlic Transcript (and more information about growing garlic!): Planting Garlic in Your Backya…

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Growing Vegetables in Containers and Pots 11:49

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Leave a comment here! Do you want to grow vegetables and herbs but don't have room for a garden? Grow in containers instead! Learn how to choose the right containers and pots for your plants, and what plants work best in a container garden. Transcript (and more info about growing vegetables in containers): Growing Vegetables in Containers and Pots …

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Why You Should Plant a Garden 8:37

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Leave a comment here! Whether you've tried to garden before, or you're brand new to the idea - whether you have a tiny backyard or none at all - here's why you should start a garden. Explore the possibilities with Kathi Rodgers, in this first episode of HOMEGROWN: Your Backyard Garden Podcast. Transcript: Why you should plant a garden - How to star…