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Welcome to the Beginner’s Garden Podcast! This is the podcast with easy-to-understand resources, tips, and information to help beginning gardeners get the most out of their gardening adventure — big or small.

Jan 27, 2026

Struggling with lettuce that bolts, turns bitter, or barely grows?
You’re not alone—and you’re not doing anything wrong.
In this episode, I walk you through how to grow salad greens for months using the right varieties, timing, and planting rhythm.

If growing your own salad greens has felt confusing or...


Jan 20, 2026

Struggling with seed starting failures even when you follow the rules?
It might not be your lights, watering, or timing.
In this episode, we break down seed starting mix and why the wrong soil can sabotage seedlings before they ever get going.

I’m joined by Joe Lamp’l, and we’re digging into peat-based mixes,...


Jan 13, 2026

Buying seeds is one of the most exciting parts of gardening—but it’s also where many gardeners overspend without realizing it. If you’ve ever wondered whether seed packets are really the best deal, this episode will help you rethink how you buy seeds.

You’ll learn when buying a larger seed quantity actually...


Jan 6, 2026

Feeling excited about garden planning but worried about burnout before summer even hits?
If last season felt overwhelming, disappointing, or heavier than you expected, this episode will help you reset.
You’ll learn how to plan a garden that fits your time, energy, space, and season of life so gardening feels peaceful,...