Gardening with Daddy Pete: Questions for Daddy Pete's Plant Pleaser - Ep. 135 - June 18, 2026

This week on Gardening with Melvin York and Jay York answer real gardening questions from viewers and walk through how to improve red clay soil, where to find Daddy Pete's Plant Pleaser products, and how to choose the right mix for your yard. If you've got hard clay, sandy soil, raised beds, shrubs, trees, or a spot that just won't hold water, this episode gives clear guidance you can use right away. Melvin explains why red clay needs organic matter and drainage, why planting mix works well as a soil amendment, and when composted dairy cow manure is the better choice. Jay also shows how to use the Daddy Pete's website to send in questions, check product details, and find a dealer near you. You'll also hear why local independent garden centers matter, how the product usage chart helps you match the right mix to the job, and why Daddy Pete's stays focused on trusted, consistent formulas. If you're a new gardener, this episode is a strong place to start. If you've been growing for years, you'll still pick up useful tips for the season ahead. The discussion also covers why it helps to ask questions, learn from local experts, and keep building your gardening know-how one season at a time. That is the heart of the show, and it's why so many listeners come back every week. Watch, learn, and send in your own gardening question for a future episode. And if you're shopping for Father's Day, Melvin has one simple suggestion, get Dad something he can use in the garden. #GardeningWithDaddyPete #DaddyPetesPlantPleaser #GardeningTips #SoilAmendments #RaisedBedGardening