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Growing Gardeners
by Kellye Jeansonne
Growing Gardeners is the podcast for busy women who want to cultivate not only a thriving garden, but a thriving gardening life as well. Each week I will share practical tips and inspiration to help you turn your garden dreams into reality because the garden is about more than just plants. It is about creating this life that is filled with joy and growth in every season. Each week we will grow as gardeners.
Episodes
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Ep 130 | Stop Scrolling. Start Growing
Honest answers only. Do you spend more time in your garden or on social media in everyone else's gardens? Ouch. The truth hurts sometimes, and we are all guilty. But the endless garden scrolling isn't getting you any closer to growing a garden you love. In fact of business (as my maw maw used to...
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Episode 129 | The Magic Your Missing In Your Garden
Do you ever walk outside and see everything that needs doing before you notice anything you love? Or keep putting off the pretty things until you’re caught up? Let’s talk about that. In This Episode I’m sharing what’s happening in my October garden: what I’m growing, what I’m saying goodbye to,...
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Episode 128 | 3 Things You Must Get Right BEFORE You Plant
It's hot. I know, but in the garden, timing matters alot more than temperature. And trust me, a garden that gets planted when the weather is right is going to be one disappointing garden. In today's episode we are talking about 3 things you must get right BEFORE you plant and one of them is...
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Ep 127 | A Tale of Two Gardeners: Same Beginning. Different Ending
Two gardeners. The same nursery. The same tomato plants. The same dream of fresh vegetables, flowers on the table, and a garden they couldn’t wait to walk through each morning. By spring, you couldn’t tell their gardens apart. By fall, they couldn’t have been more different. What changed? It…
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Ep 126 | What Every Gardener Should Be Paying Attention To Right Now
It's hot. It's humid. It's not fun to be in the garden all day like it was in April. So what is a gardener to do? Throw in the towel? Decide to come back when the weather cools off? You know me better than that. In this episode, we're talking about what I think you need to be paying attention to...
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Ep 125 | Quitting While You're Ahead: The Skill Every Good Gardener Masters
One of the hardest gardening skills to learn isn't planting, pruning, feeding, or pest control. It's knowing when to quit. Knowing when things are done!! This time of year, you may find yourself holding onto plants that have already served their purpose. The tomatoes are slowing down. The…
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Ep 124 | What I'm Planting For The Do-Over Season
It's easy to look at the summer garden and think the best days are behind you. The tomatoes are slowing down. The heat is settling in. Some beds are thriving while others are looking tired. You may even be dreaming about fall and telling yourself that you'll deal with the garden later. But here's...
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Ep 123 | The Cost Of Doing Nothing In Your Garden This Summer
It's June, the spring garden is winding down, and many gardeners are thinking: "Should I can't wait until fall!" But in this episode, we're talking about this very common choice gardeners make this time of year: doing nothing. Now, before you panic, this isn't about guilt or pressure. Sometimes...
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Ep 122 | What To Plant When The Spring Garden Slows
This week on Growing Gardeners, we’re talking about one of the most important mindset shifts a gardener can make. It's this: A slowing garden is not a dying garden. It’s a transitioning garden. As spring crops begin to tire and summer heat moves in, many gardeners feel overwhelmed wondering: What...
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Ep 121 | Knowing What To Do NEXT In The Garden
Today we are talking about the biggest miss in all of gardening education. Everybody will tell you what to grow, what they are planting, what they are harvesting, but where are the garden teachers who are willing to share "What to do next?" This is a HUGE question and big part of the garden…
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Ep 120 | Garden Burnout Is So Real Right Now!
In this week's episode of Growing Gardeners, we’re talking about something so many gardeners — and women — are experiencing right now: Depletion. If your garden suddenly looks tired… if the leaves are damaged… if flowers are slowing down… if pests seem to be appearing out of nowhere… you are not...
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Ep 119 | The Earth Day Reset We All Need
It’s Earth Day, and if your garden feels a little off right now…you are not alone. From cold-stressed plants to sudden pest pressure, so many gardeners are wondering what went wrong. But what if the problem isn’t what you think? In today’s episode, we’re shifting the way you see your garden....
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Ep 118 | The Pest Control Powerhouse That You're Overlooking
What if one of the most effective forms of pest control in your garden… was already there? In this episode, we’re shifting the way we think about pests—and the way we care for our gardens. From wrens feeding their babies nonstop… to bluebirds hunting from above… to even the tiniest hummingbirds...
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Ep 117 | What to Do in Your Garden Every Day (A Simple Routine)
If you’ve ever walked into your garden and thought, “I don’t even know what I should be doing right now…” this episode is for you. April is the month where everything starts growing quickly… including you, and without a rhythm, it can feel overwhelming just as fast. In this episode, I’m walking…
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Ep 116 | Finding God In The Garden
During Holy Week, we’re reminded of a story that both begins and ends in a garden. In this special episode, I’m sharing how the garden has become more than just a place I grow food…it’s become a place where I meet with God. From the very first garden in Genesis to the garden where Jesus prayed to...
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Ep 115 | The Boring Beautiful of Gardening
Every garden begins with excitement. The planning. The planting. The dream of what it could become. But somewhere along the way… something shifts. New plants start calling your name. The initial excitement fades. And without even realizing it, you begin to drift away from the garden you already...
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Ep 114 | What If You're Doing It Wrong...And How To Make Sure You Get It Right!
What if the reason your garden struggles later in the season has nothing to do with how you planted it… but when? In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I'm getting a little bossy as I share where I see gardeners get off track every spring—and how to avoid this altogether so that you can grow a...
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Ep 113 | The Rhythm of A Garden In Spring
If your garden feels a little overwhelming right now, you’re not alone—and you’re probably right on time. In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I will walk you through what’s actually happening in the garden during this moment of spring. From covering plants during a cold snap to harvesting…
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Ep 112 | My Best Advice For New Gardeners In March
In this episode of Growing Gardeners, we are talking about three of the biggest truths in gardening. This is my very best advice to you here in the first week of March, and you will really want to lean in on this. With spring weather arriving, many gardeners feel the pressure. We want to plant...
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Ep 111 | The Golden Rule of Wild Child Gardening
"Plant Early and Plan To Cover" is the golden rule of wild child planting and in this episode I will explain why!! You definitely want to tune in if you think that you need to wait until Easter or if you are hanging on to those broccoli plants. I am going to share what I think is one huge reason...
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Ep 110 | January In The Wild Child Garden
Oh January, the month of fresh starts and finishing well. I hope you tune in to today’s episode of Growing Gardeners, because I'm sharing what I believe is the key to success this month!! And it isn't what you think!! This month is a critical month for gardeners, and in the episode, I'm going to...
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Ep 109 | 3 Seeds That Change Everything
If you’ve ever wanted a garden but felt overwhelmed by where to start, this episode is for you. In today’s episode of Growing Gardeners, I’m breaking down the three seeds that make the biggest difference for beginner and busy gardeners — the ones that build confidence, momentum, and long-term...
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Ep 108 | What Does It Mean To Plant With The Moon
In this episode we are digging into seed sowing with the moon!! This is a must listen!! Even if you have been sowing seeds directly into your garden for years, this episode may just teach you a thing or two. Learning how to plan your seed sowing around the moon phases to get better germination...
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Ep. 107 | Plant Garlic Now! You'll Be So Glad You Did
In this episode, I’m sharing why garlic is the ultimate fall crop for gardeners who feel like they’ve missed their moment — and how you can plant it right now, even if your garden feels like a mess now that the freeze has passed. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why right now is actually the...
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Ep 106 | The One Bed Rule
In this episode, get all the details on my one bed rule!! This is a game changer. It just might be the permission you didn't even know you needed to get growing!! If you want to take the pressure off and feel like you are growing a garden you love, this episode is for you!! You don't need a 12…
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Ep 105 | The Easiest Garden You Will Ever Grow
In this episode, learn the exact steps to plant and grow the easiest garden ever! A garden doesn't have to be complicated, it doesn't have to be huge, and it doesn't have to consume your life to be the a garden that you love! What You'll Learn In This Episode: How to plant the easiest garden…
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104 | The High Cost Of Not Planting
In this episode I am sharing what I see that so many gardeners miss!! And if you miss this, you lose so much!! It's timing!! And believe me when I tell you there is more to it than "plant on Easter" and "harvest on Halloween." When you don't get timing right in your garden you are costing…
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Ep 103 | Digging Deep With Root Veggies
In this episode we are learning how to grow root vegetables. This instruction may not be what you are expecting though. Think less of step by step directions and more about a few simple principles that you need to remember to get the most out of your season. Root vegetables are so fun when you…
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Ep 102 | Why A Garden Might Be Just What You Need This Season
In this episode, we dig in to one of my most requested talks. The health benefits of a garden. You will be blown away to see how much a garden really gives....not even counting the vegetables. It is amazing. This one is a good one, so let's dig in. In This Episode You’ll Learn: Why being outside…
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Ep 101 | Are You Growing A Garden or Are You A Gardener?
This episode is from the heart!!! I want you to ask yourself the question, "Am I growing a garden, or am I a gardener?" before you ever plant a single thing!! This season is kicking off in confidence, and oh this is so good!!! Once you decide to take on the identity of a gardener, everything...
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Ep 100 | From Overgrown To Overproducing In 3 Steps
EPISODE 100!! Whatttt??? So fun!! And I have packed so much into this less than 30 minute garden pick me up. This episode is for you if you need a nudge to start the transition to a fall garden. Summer is over, and you have decisions to make!! I think this episode will help you do just that!! And...
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Ep 99 | 3 Things You Don't Need To Be A Successful Gardener
In this FIRST episode of the brand new season of the Growing Gardeners podcast we are digging in to three things you DON'T need to be successful gardener. And I am also throwing in three must haves as well!!! This is a perfectly timed episode as we are gearing up to plant our cool season garden,...
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Ep 98 | The Mindset Every Gardener Needs This Season
On this episode of the Growing Gardeners podcast, you will go to garden church. With an on fire message straight from the heart, Kellye reminds us all of why we want to garden in the first place. As we did in to this mindset shift of seeing our garden with the end in mind we automatically set...
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Ep 97 | Bringing Kids Into The Garden
Welcome back to the podcast! This week we are bringing back an oldie but goodie podcast episode!! This episode is from 2023, but it is just as relevant today as we dive into how to garden with kids! I got to sit down and chat with the Wild Child Kitchen Gardens community manager, Lindsey Kennedy....
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96 | Top 3 Seed Starting Mistakes
Thinking about starting all your vegetables from seed this season? Hold on—today we’re talking about the three mistakes I see gardeners make the most and why they are detrimental to your success. In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I'm sharing some "learned the hard way" lessons that I think…
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Ep 95 | What NOT To Start Indoors For Fall Gardens
Thinking about starting all your vegetables from seed this season? Hold on—today we’re talking about four veggies (and a fruit) that are better off NOT started indoors. In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I’m saving you time, energy, and a whole lot of frustration by breaking down why certain...
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Ep 94 | Saving, Planting, and Starting Seeds This Season
In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I am sharing all about seeds!! Saving them, planting them, and starting them for the next season! This is such a packed episode that I know you are going to love!! Stop everything and listen! I promise it will be worth it!! In This Episode You'll Learn What…
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Ep 93 | Topping Tomatoes: The Secret Weapon Of Summer
In this episode of Growing Gardeners, I am pulling back the curtain on a tomato tip that might feel a little scary—but can completely transform your harvest: topping your tomato plants. If you’ve ever felt like your tomatoes are growing everywhere but not producing the way you hoped, this episode...
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Ep 92 | The Small But Mighty Summer Season
What if we've got summer all wrong?? Summer feels intimidating overwhelming and HOT! We envision ourselves sweating in the sun all day, fighting pests, and endless watering, and most of us say, "no thank you." But what if we are missing the whole point of the summer garden? What if the summer...
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Ep 91 | Working With Your Garden Not Against It
If it feels like your garden is fighting you, this episode will help you shift from controlling to collaborating with your garden. We’ll explore how to align with nature’s rhythms so your garden starts to feel like a partner, not a problem. In This Episode You'll Learn: Common mistakes that…
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Ep 90 | Meet Your June Garden Self
In this episode, we will explore how to meet the version of yourself that thrives in the June garden rhythm—harvesting, observing, and slowing down. This episode invites you to connect deeply with the gardener you’ve become, and to step into the ease of seasonal alignment. In This Episode You'll...
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Ep 89 | Can You Garden In The Summer?
Feeling discouraged with your spring garden? Had enough of the heat already? This episode of Growing Gardeners is your summer survival guide for the garden! Kellye shares three practical ways to keep growing—even in the dog days of summer. Whether you're giving tomatoes a second shot, dreaming of…
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Ep 88 | The Must Grow Plant You Never Knew You Needed
In this episode, we’re talking about the one plant you didn’t know your garden was missing: roselle hibiscus. This bold, beautiful, and wildly useful plant is a game-changer for busy women who want to grow something simple, stunning, and seriously satisfying. From homemade herbal teas and spiced...
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Ep 87 | What To Plant (And Not Plant) In May
May is the "make or break" month in the zone 9 garden. What you plant or don't plant this month is setting the stage for your summer success. In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly what I'm doing in my garden, and a decision that might surprise you. What You’ll Learn: What I'm planting...
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Ep 86| The Truth About Tomato Suckers
Tomato suckers—should you pinch them, leave them, or root them? In this episode, we dive into the truth about these controversial little shoots and how to decide what’s best for your garden. You’ll learn when to prune, when to never prune, and how to multiply your tomato plants for free. Plus, we...
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Ep 85 | Growth Takes Time: Why Gardens and Gardeners Can't Be Rushed
In this episode of Growing Gardeners, we’re digging into the quiet, powerful truth that growth—real growth—takes time. In the garden and in the gardener. I’ll share why quick-fix gardening hacks aren’t enough, why legacy matters more than trends, and how finding a mentor (instead of just…
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Ep 84 | Breaking Down Compost
When the weather warms, garden planting gets more and more of a priority. And no garden should be planted without a fresh layer of compost. In this episode, we are breaking down compost— why it's considered garden gold, the options when buying compost, and how to make your own. Whether you are...
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Ep. 83 | How To Choose The Right Raised Bed
Thinking about starting a raised bed garden but not sure which type of bed to choose? In this episode, we are breaking down everything you need to know about selecting the right raised bed— from material to sizing, we are going to talk about it all. Whether you are working with a big backyard or…
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Ep. 82 | If I Could Only Grow One Thing
If you’re short on time, space, or confidence in your gardening skills, this episode is for you! Today, we’re talking about the one thing I’d grow this spring if I could only choose one—bush snap beans! These easy, fast-growing, and low-maintenance plants are perfect for busy women who want…
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Ep 81 | How Do You Become A Gardener?
Do you ever feel like something in your garden is just missing? Yes you grow a garden, but you really don't feel much like a gardener? This week I am sharing the audio from the second half of a 2 day live event I just wrapped up called "The Busy Woman's Guide To Gardening." In this workshop I…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Growing Gardeners is the podcast for busy women who want to cultivate not only a thriving garden, but a thriving gardening life as well. Each week I will share practical tips and inspiration to help you turn your garden dreams into reality because the garden is about more than just plants. It is about creating this life that is filled with joy and growth in every season. Each week we will grow as gardeners.
HOSTED BY
Kellye Jeansonne
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Growing Gardeners is the podcast for busy women who want to cultivate not only a thriving garden, but a thriving gardening life as well. Each week I will share practical tips and inspiration to help you turn your garden dreams into reality because the garden is about more than just plants. It is...
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