The Keep Growing Podcast

9.5.26 - Harvest and Hope

September around here is harvest and hope in the same basket: jars on the counter, empty beds waiting on the next crop, and those first cooler evenings on the porch. Summ

8.29.26 - Keep Harvesting

We’re in that late-summer handoff: the garden is still producing, but it’s also time to keep picking what’s ready and start making room for fall. Show Notes & Transcript

8.22.26 - Late Summer Color

A lot of our annuals have been running a summer marathon.Petunias, begonias, vinca, impatiens, marigolds, coleus, and those flowering hanging baskets can still look great

8.15.26 - Storm Recovery

If the recent storms rolled through your place the way they did for many of us, this is a good week to walk the garden with a clear eye. A little cleanup now helps everyt

8.8.26 - Take Note

Take notes on which varieties performed best this year. Future you will thank present you. We’re deep enough into the season that the winners and the under-performers are

8.1.26 - Ripening Tomatoes Indoors

We’re right here in the heart of the Mid-Ohio Valley, talking about what our gardens need this first full week of August. Whether you’re in Mason, Belpre, Gallipolis, or

4.25.26 - Summer Succession

Succession plant those fall greens, work with the full moon on roots or soil, and stay on top of harvesting, deep watering, weeds, mulch, and tomato care. Episode Transc

7.18.26 - Mid-Summer Boost

Side dress your corn and other vegetables with a bit of fertilizer or compost. As they start setting fruit, that extra boost can make a big difference in yield and qualit

7.11.26 - Cultivate26

This week we're on the road to Cultivate26 in Columbus, OH to check out some of the newest innovations in the horticultural industry. Follow along with John as Bob's work

7.4.26 - The 250th

Whether you’re firing up the grill, watching fireworks, or just soaking in the history, take a moment to celebrate our nation’s birthday right alongside your garden.Trans

6.27.26 - Share The Bounty

Your neighbors probably planted too many too, but fresh veggies make great gifts and build community.Transcript and Notes: https://bobsmarket.com/keepgrowing

6.20.26 - Summer Solstice

We start the week with the summer solstice just around the corner – the longest day of the year!Transcript and More: https://bobsmarket.com/keepgrowing

6.13.26 - Water Wise

As temperatures climb, it’s a great time to set up drip irrigation or soaker hoses in your vegetable beds and flower gardens.Transcript and Notes: https://bobsmarket.com

6.6.26 - Pest Patrol

Weed, mulch, and pest patrol should be top priorities this week. The warm weather is making everything grow like crazy ... including the weeds and the bugs. Full Transc

5.30.26 - After The Rain

We’re heading into the first week of June, and things are really starting to pop in the garden. Let’s dive right in. Transcript & Notes: https://bobsmarket.com/keepgrow

5.23.26 - Memorial Day Weekend

We’re heading into the Memorial Day weekend, and things are really well … a bit damp in the garden right now.Transcript and Notes: https://bobsmarket.com/keepgrowing/

5.16.26 - Prune Spring Bloomers

We’re starting a new week on Saturday, May 16th, and there’s plenty to do in our gardens right now. Episode Notes & Transcript: https://bobsmarket.com/keepgrowing

5.9.26 - Mother's Day

We’ve got a beautiful stretch of spring ahead of us, but we’re also watching some tricky weather this week. Let’s dig right in!  First things first – if you haven’t been

5.2.26 - Corn and Beans

This is prime time for getting those warm-season crops in the ground, but we’ve got to stay smart about the weather. Notes & Full Transcript: https://bobsmarket.com/ke

4.25.26 - Mad Science

This week we’re talking April 25th through May 1st. We’ve got grafting, dividing, succession sowing, and a big Full Moon on Friday night. Let’s dig in. Show Notes & Tran