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Grow Your Self
by Nicole Burke
Surprising stories about the food you eat everyday and help to start to grow some herbs, salad, and vegetables yourself. Hosted by Nicole Burke, Owner of Rooted Garden and Gardenary Inc., Grow Yourself will wake you up to the wonder that's sitting on your plate and inspire you to change your life by growing in a garden of your very own.
Episodes
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How to Make Your Own Garden Planner | 5 Steps
🌱 Join our FREE workshop!- Learn 3 simple steps to design and set up your kitchen garden before the new year: https://www.gardenary.com/workshop 🌱 Shop the Easy Garden Kit: https://gardenary.samcart.com/products/easy-garden-kit Want to plan your garden like a pro? In this video, I'll show you…
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My Number One Secret to Growing More Zucchini
🌱 Join our FREE workshop!- Learn 3 simple steps to design and set up your kitchen garden before the new year: https://www.gardenary.com/workshop 🌱 Shop the Easy Garden Kit: https://gardenary.samcart.com/products/easy-garden-kit Got zucchini that's taking over your garden but not producing much?...
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Forget Square Foot Gardening
Square foot gardening changed the way millions of people grew food, but it's time to take things further. In this video, I'll show you why my square inch gardening method is more sustainable, more productive, and produces more beautiful garden results than the grid system that's been popular…
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15 Viral Hacks You'll Wish You Knew Sooner
I've shared hundreds of garden tips and tricks, but I've never put them all in ONE VIDEO! In this video, I'm sharing my 15 most effective gardening hacks, the ones that have gone viral and that thousands of gardeners use to grow more food with less effort. From a product that guarantees you'll...
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Don't Plant ANYTHING in October Until You Watch This
Don't plant a single seed this October until you know whether you're a "number one" or a "number two" gardener. In this video, I'll help you answer that question by figuring out your climate zone for October, and then show you exactly what to plant this month so you don't waste time, seeds, or...
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How to Grow Basil so You Have it Forever
Want to know how to grow basil so it lasts forever? In this video, I'll show you the simple pruning, harvesting, and propagating techniques that turn one $4 basil plant into a lifetime supply. You'll learn the biggest mistake most gardeners make when harvesting basil (and how to avoid it), how to...
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How to Know When to Harvest Jalapeño Peppers
Think jalapeños are just spicy little peppers? There's way more to them than that, especially when it comes to knowing exactly when to harvest for the flavor, heat, and crunch you want. In this video, I'll walk you through every stage of a jalapeño's growth, from its first crisp green fruit to…
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Growing Swiss Chard! A Year-Round Nutritious Green
Ever thought Swiss chard was just for looks? In this video, you'll discover why this colorful, long-lasting green is one of the most productive and delicious plants you can grow. I'll walk you through everything you need to know to grow Swiss chard from planting to harvest. You'll learn how its...
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5 Seeds I Plant Every September
Think it's too late to plant and get harvests before winter? Think again! It's time for the Fall garden which is one of our favorite times of year in the Gardenary gardens. In this video, you'll get tips from me and two Gardenary garden coaches, one who grows in a hot climate and one in a cold...
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Growing Zinnias! The Easiest Cut Flower
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a flower farmer even if you don't have a farm or know how to grow flowers? This video is for you. In this video I'm going to tell you about one of the easiest and most rewarding cut flowers out there: the zinnia. From seed to bloom to bouquet, I'll guide you...
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5 Seeds I Plant Every August
Get Get 10 Seed Packs for $1.50 Each Free Shipping & Handling https://gardenary.samcart.com/products/free-seeds Don't let anyone tell you it's too late to start gardening! You can absolutely kick off a garden in August as long as you choose the right seeds. In this video, I'm sharing 5 perfect...
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12 BEST Vegetables, Flowers, and Herbs in your FALL GARDEN
If you think gardening ends in the summer, this video will completely change your mind. Fall is actually one of the best seasons to grow a productive, beautiful garden and I'm sharing my top 12 favorite things to plant every fall to keep your garden thriving through the colder months. From...
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PEAT MOSS IS BAD!!! (What to Use Instead)
If you've ever filled your raised beds with peat moss because that's what everyone says to do, this video is going to give you a different perspective. I've decided to stop using peat moss and today I'm going to explain to you why you should too. In this video, we are going to go over the three...
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What Plants to Grow in Each Raised Bed (bed depth vs root size)
Plants not cooperating with you this season? Let me share a little secret with you. It may not be the soil, the sun, or even the seeds' fault! It might all just come down to your bed being too shallow. In this video I'll give you my best tips about how deep your raised bed should be depending on...
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Raised Beds vs In-Ground Gardens
Are you trying to decide between putting in raised beds or going with an in-ground garden? In this episode, I'll help you compare things like cost and time to set up, productivity, and how much you'll actually enjoy working in your garden space. This is more than just a pro/con list. I want to…
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How to Design a Raised Garden Bed
Are you ready to start a vegetable garden but worried it'll turn out ugly or out of place? In this episode, I'll walk you through my step-by-step system to design your own raised-bed garden like a pro so that it's as beautiful as it is functional and fits into your space seamlessly. Note: This...
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3 STEPS To Replace Grocery Store Herbs FOREVER
🌱 Download your free herb resource: https://www.gardenary.com/herb-cheat-sheet What if you never had to buy overpriced herbs from the grocery store ever again? In this episode, I'll show you how to grow a year-round supply of herbs at home, even if you only have a little porch or patio. We'll...
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VERTICAL GARDENING TIPS & IDEAS: Why and how to add VERTICAL SPACE to your garden in ANY SPACE
If you want to grow MORE food in LESS space, then you've got to start growing vertically. Using trellises also keeps your garden healthier and provides year-round beauty. Consider this episode to be your masterclass on vertical gardening. I'll cover which plants to grow vertically, the best types...
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5 Seeds I Plant Every July
Don't listen to the naysayers! You CAN start a garden in the middle of July, BUT only if you plant the right plants. In this episide, I'm sharing a list of 5 seeds you can start in July (for every single one of you), whether you are gardening in a hot place, a cold place, or a mild place. From...
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Use This Simple Trick to Stop Rabbits From Eating All Your Plants
Rabbits are adorable, but you probably don't like them munching on your vegetable garden until all your leafy greens are nibbled down to nubs. If you've got a rabbit problem in your garden, this episode is for you. I've got tips and tricks to keep rabbits OUT of your garden. Note: No rabbits or...
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20 BEST Vegetables, Flowers, and Herbs for CONTAINER GARDENING
If you think your space is too small to grow your own herbs and veggies, then you're going to love this episode. Some of the most beautiful, delicious, and nutrient-dense plants grow really well in container gardens. That includes herbs, tender leafy greens, roots, and flowers. In today's…
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Why I Use Sand in My Soil (Weird Things I Do)
👩🌾 Download my free soil recipe here: https://www.gardenary.com/my-secret-soil-recipe Does your garden soil feel heavy, soggy, or just plain lifeless? Well, in this episode, I'll tell you why sand might just be the missing ingredient your garden is begging for. I talk about how sand helps with...
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20 Container Gardening Mistakes That Nobody Talks About
If you've ever killed a potted plant (and honestly, who hasn't?), this episode is for you. I'm breaking down the 20 most common container gardening mistakes that I've made and seen my clients make. Whether you're growing in a few pots on an apartment balcony or planning on starting small with…
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The Secret to Protecting Your Garden Without a Fence
🌼 Download the free list of my top 10 favorite native plants: https://www.gardenary.com/list-of-favorite-native-plants Rabbits and squirrels and deer, oh my! Does it seem like every critter around wants to take a bite out of your vegetable garden? Well, what if I told you the problem isn't…
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DON'T Buy Ladybugs; PLANT THESE to Attract Native Ladybugs
How do you bring all the ladybugs to the garden? Well, I'll tell you one thing: the solution is NOT to buy them. (No judgement if you have.) I used to buy ladybugs and release them with my kids, and in less than an hour, every single little pollinator would have disappeared. So trust me when I…
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5 Seeds I Plant Every June
Wondering what to plant in June? You're not too late to plant for summer. In this episode, I'll tell you 5 seeds you can plant this month whether you're in a hot climate, a colder climate, or somewhere in between. Note: You're in a hot climate if your summertime temps will regularly be in the…
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The ONLY Way to Grow Tomatoes
If you're still growing all your tomato plants inside those flimsy tomato cages from the hardware store, this is your sign to level up. In this episode, I'm giving you 3 MUCH better options to support your vining tomatoes, including the option I'm convinced is the only way to go if you want to...
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Best Flowers to Grow with Vegetables
Flowers add so many benefits to your vegetable garden. They attract beneficial insects like pest predators and pollinators to keep your garden problems small and your harvests as BIG as possible. They increase plant diversity. They can improve your soil health. Some flowers even repel certain...
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Summer Companion Planting Plans That Actually Work
Don't spend this summer growing just one type of plant in the garden and working hard for a disappointing harvest. If you haven't already learned the magic of companion planting, then consider this your companion planting guide for vegetables you'll definitely want to grow this summer. In this...
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Replace Pesticides with These Plants
You don't need to spray a bunch of pesticides to control pests in your garden. Long before the invention of chemical sprays, nature had a way of protecting itself from predators, and we can take notes! All you need to do to control pests is plant 3 different types of plants in and around your...
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Vitamins versus Vegetables
Half of American adults are taking some kind of vitamin or supplement, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. That's probably why the global market is expected to reach 250 billion USD by 2032! Instead of each of us spending hundreds of dollars on pills, we can replace pretty much every single one...
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5 Seeds I Plant Every May
The planting possibilities in May are essentially a sneak peak at what's coming in June (Spoiler alert: It's lots of GOOD stuff!). But we're not all going to be putting the same plants in our garden this month. What grows like crazy this month in one zone might totally fail in another. In this...
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What to Plant in April (Cold, Mild, & Warm Climates)
April is a critical month for summer gardening success. If you plant the right plants this month, you can set yourself up for the best summer harvests ever! In this episode, I'll show you 5 plants you should plant this month if you're gardening in a cold, mild, or warm climate, so you know…
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Vegetable Gardening for Beginners
You do NOT need a green thumb to have success in the garden. You just need to know what a plant NEEDS! In this episode, I'm bringing it back to the basics and teaching you the 5 things any plant needs to grow. By the end of this episode, you'll feel like you have a green thumb because you'll know...
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Starting a Garden Changed My Whole Life
Before I started gardening, I was addicted to food and struggled with a very low self image. It wasn't until I traveled overseas that I saw how growing fresh food can change the way you eat, the way you interact with nature, and the entire rhythm of your day. Taking up gardening changed the way I...
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Why I'm Not Growing Potatoes in Raised Beds
All right, I'm just going to say it: Potatoes do not belong in your raised beds. Raised beds are the perfect place to grow almost all of your vegetables… And that's true for pretty much everything EXCEPT these guys 🥔🥔🥔 My family and I have been growing potatoes for over 10 years, and we've…
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Grocery Store Salad VS. Home Grown Salad
Is growing your own lettuce at home really worth it? With the help of my team member, Sydney, I'm going to break down the actual price of buying grocery store salad versus growing your own. Growing your own salad includes getting set up with a small raised bed, organic soil, seeds, and water. So...
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What to Plant in March (Cold, Mild, and Warm Climates)
March marks the beginning of the gardening season for many of us. Even so, planting in March can be tricky as the weather transitions from winter to spring. Here are my top 5 recommendations for what to plant in each climate—cold, mild, and warm. Get ready for an overflowing spring garden and…
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This Gardening Method Changed My Life
What if I told you it's possible to grow more food in less space with half the effort? As a busy mom of four and a business owner, I wouldn't have been able to make gardening work for me without this planting method. So it's safe to say that the Gardenary planting method completely changed my…
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EVERYONE Can Plant a Seed in December (Cold, Mild, and Warm Climates)
It's December, so the last thing we should be thinking about is gardening, right? ❌ Wrong! ❌ There are still plenty of things you can plant and grow this month if you live in a warm, mild, or yes, even cold climate. Here are at least 5 things you can grow in December, no matter where you live. In...
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Gardening in Michigan: What can you grow every month of the year?
Today I'm chatting with garden coach extraordinaire Rachael Carter of Flora Culture Garden. Rachael designs, installs, and maintains the most beautiful kitchen gardens in Detroit, Michigan. If you think you can only garden during Michigan's summer season, then Rachael will blow your mind in this...
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5 Vegetables to Plant in November (Warm, Mild, & Cold Climates)
It's November, so it's time to close the garden down, right? Believe it or not, there are still some frost-tolerant plants you can plant this month. In this video, I'm going to tell you at least FIVE things you can grow in November if you're in a warm, cool, or cold climate. I don't know about…
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When Should I Buy Seeds Versus Starter Plants?
Is it better to start from seed or buy plants from the store? The answer is a little more complicated than just telling you one or the other. In this episode, I share my system for figuring out whether you should do seeds or plants, which takes the guesswork out of planning your garden. Trust me,...
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24 Vegetables You Can Start in October RIGHT NOW!!!
It's October, so the garden is closed for the season, right? Wrong! No matter where you live, there's something you can plant this month. 🥕First, you have to figure out if you're in a warm, cool, or cold season for this month, based on your temps and your frost date. 🥦 Then, pick plants from my...
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How to Save Hundreds at the Plant Store
Do NOT buy plants until you listen to this because I'm about to tell you how you can save 💰 at the plant store. Follow this checklist to ensure you make the most of every hard-earned dollar you spend on plants for your garden. In this episode: →Shop Leaves, Roots, and Fruit:...
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Stop Watering Your Garden (So Much)
I recently heard someone say they'd never have a vegetable garden because it guzzles so much water it's really just not even worth the effort or the money. What a shame that people actually believe this! I'm here to tell you it's possible to have a vegetable garden without having to water all the...
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Join the Debate: Are Logs in Raised Garden Beds a Mistake?
I personally think that putting logs at the bottom of your raised beds is a terrible idea. Yes, I know what Hügelkultur is, and I still won't be putting large pieces of wood in my raised beds. Learn 3 reasons why I think you should not put logs at the bottom of your raised beds, plus some...
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Trouble Pooping? Here Are 5 Ways Gardening Can Help
If you have trouble pooping, then you need a garden. Yep, we're actually going there 💩 today on the podcast because so many of us have trouble GOING. In this video, learn how the garden can make pooping easier and healthier. There are so many factors at play when you have gut issues: living in…
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17 Vegetables You Can Grow When It's Hot
Are your tomatoes looking stressed? Did your cucumbers drop all their flowers? Listen, some like it hot, and others just can't take the heat. Fortunately, even if it's really hot where you live, you don't have to close up your garden for the rest of the summer. There are still a ton of plants you...
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If I Wanted to Make $5,000 Quickly as a Gardener, I'd Do This
Have you ever wondered if you could earn money based on your garden expertise? Well, you absolutely can! Today I want to show you how you can earn $5,000 as a garden coach doing consultations ONLY. In this episode, I teach you my formula to turn your garden knowledge into an incredibly meaningful...
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Surprising stories about the food you eat everyday and help to start to grow some herbs, salad, and vegetables yourself. Hosted by Nicole Burke, Owner of Rooted Garden and Gardenary Inc., Grow Yourself will wake you up to the wonder that's sitting on your plate and inspire you to change your life by growing in a garden of your very own.
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