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10 Weekly Tips to Greener Plants. His tips, tricks, and garden hacks are easy to follow in spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Tune in and get the most out of your garden. Ken’s weekly garden column is featured nationally. His national podcast and YouTube channel attract millions of gardeners. He also owns Watters Garden Center in Prescott, Arizona, and a digital garden center at Top10Plants.com. Listen to this week’s episode of Top 10 Gardeners and watch your plants thrive.
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Be the "First to Know" with weekend events, deals, and top news in the Prescott, Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Verde Valley, and beyond. Hosts Elicia Morigeau and Guy Roginson guide you through the week and into the weekend.
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From pod617.com, the Boston Podcast Network, it's Get Back to the Beatles! Legend of Boston radio Cha-chi LoPrete is joined by Prof. David Gallant, a fellow Beatles guru. Stay tuned for loads of Liverpool love as the Fab 2 do a deep dive on deep cuts, trivia and much about the magnificent moptops. All you need is this pod! Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM Boston and Sunday mornings 10am til noon on Seacoast Oldies ...
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Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here, with my lovely wife, Lisa Watters-Lain, to answer your plant questions! With winter approaching, many of you wonder how to overwinter tender plants. Coleus, with its vibrant foliage, makes a fantastic houseplant! Before bringing it inside, give it a little haircut and treat it with neem oil to prevent pests. Also, wate…
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In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener asks, are tarantulas good or bad? Those large hairy spiders can be intimidating and scary to see walking around in the garden. Are they good to have around or something you should be concerned about? Listen in the find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-wi…
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Buckle up and hold on to this F1RST2KNOW- Events, Recreation, Dining, Deals >>> Guy Roginson and Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center discuss all the upcoming events and events happening this weekend! Including The Annual Fall Gathering at Phippen Museum, FREE Tickets to Montensen Bull Riding, and GRAPES FOR GOOD! F1RST2KNOW is part of the CAST11 Podc…
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Hey Gardeners Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener here. Fall in the mountains is simply magical, and your garden can be, too, with the right flowers. Mums are a classic choice with their rainbow of colors, while tough-as-nails snapdragons add a cheerful touch. For a bit of wild beauty, try native asters, and for stunning pink to red blooms, Autumn Joy Se…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center chat about how to bring outside plants in for the winter. Fall has set in and the temperatures are finally starting to drop. Those outdoor plants won't all survive the cold temperatures of winter and it will soon be time to bring them inside. What should you know about bringing those outside pl…
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As summer fades and we welcome the vibrant hues of autumn, our gardens require special attention. In this episode, we'll explore a range of fall gardening topics, from preparing azaleas and rhododendrons for the colder months to discovering the best evergreen varieties for a splash of color. We'll also delve into the intriguing possibilities of gro…
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In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses the top 10 flowers to plant for fall blooms. Getting those beautiful fall blooms bring brilliant color to the garden. So what are the best blooms to plant? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Foll…
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Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here! Ever wonder how plants are grown? There are two main ways: seeds and cuttings. While seeds are a cheaper way to grow plants, they don't always produce consistent results. It's like a box of chocolates – you never know what you're gonna get! Cuttings, on the other hand, are clones of the parent plant. This means …
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Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener here. Tired of deer, javelina, and rabbits treating your garden like an all-you-can-eat buffet? 😠 I hear you! This week, I'm sharing my top plant picks that those pesky critters tend to leave alone. Think vibrant Sumacs with their fiery fall colors, graceful ornamental grasses like Pampas and Deer Grass, and tough-as-n…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener answers if it is better to grow plants by seed or cutting. If you've ever wondered which approach is best for a healthy garden, then this episode is one you should definitely hear. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast1…
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Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here, Let’s talk about the stunning fall foliage that's gracing our gardens. From vibrant reds and oranges to subtle yellows, there's a color for everyone to enjoy. One of my favorite fall shrubs is the Heuchera. They come in a variety of colors, like Ruby Tuesday, Siren Song Orange, and Northern Exposure Amb…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about animal proof plants that deer, rabbits, and javelina leave alone. Tired of having your plants destroyed by the local wildlife? Listen in to this episode to learn which plants they will leave alone. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-ga…
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Hey there, fellow green thumbs! Ken Lain the Top 10 Gardener here. Did you know that fall is the perfect time to plant evergreens? Here in the mountains, we bring in a fresh batch of these beauties in early fall so they can acclimate to our climate before winter sets in. 🌲 Right now, the garden center is bursting with the healthiest, chubbiest ever…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott chat about the colors in autumn gardens. Those brilliant yellows, reds, and oranges are great to have each fall. What plants bring the best fall colors and when should you be planting them? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gar…
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Buckle up and hold on to this F1RST2KNOW- Events, Recreation, Dining, Deals >>> Elicia Morigeau and Ashley Williams discuss her RUNNING in the Whiskey Row Marathon this weekend, Upcoming EnduroCross, and the rivalry continues with Bradshaw Mountain Bears and the Prescott Badgers! F1RST2KNOW is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check o…
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Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here. And we're excited to answer a question from Lynn about growing yuccas in containers. The answer is a resounding YES! Those striking yuccas and agaves you see gracing magazine covers can thrive in pots for years. Just imagine a beautiful glazed pot with a spiky yucca as the centerpiece – it's a Southweste…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about the brightest evergreens that are planted in the fall. What evergreens should you be planting in the fall? Listen in to find out! Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast11 on Facebook: https://Facebook.com/CAS…
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Hey Gardeners Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener here. Fall is upon us, and it's time to give your garden a feast before the winter slumber. Think of it like this: your plants have worked hard all summer, producing beautiful blooms and foliage. Now, they need to replenish their energy stores for next spring's show. That's where fertilizer comes in. Befo…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott ask, can yucca and agave grow in a container? These two plants bring visual interest to a garden but what if you want to grow them in a container? Will they do well or is it best to plant them in the ground? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast1…
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In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses what to do with Azalea and rhododendron in the fall. As we head into cooler temps you may be wondering how to care for these two plants. Listen in as our local gardening expert shares what to do! Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-garden…
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As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, it's time to prepare your landscape for the beauty of autumn. October is the ideal time to provide your plants with a final nutrient boost, ensuring they have the strength to withstand the winter months. Evergreens, in particular, will thrive with the additional fertilization. This is also the perfe…
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Hold off on those pruning shears, friends! Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here with a tip to turn your spent summer blooms into a vibrant autumn display. Echinacea, or coneflower, is a superstar in the fall garden. These tall perennials boast stunning flowers all summer long, and guess what? They keep shining well into autumn! Here's the magic: Ins…
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Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener here. October is the perfect time to tackle those fall gardening chores! The weather is still pleasant, and the work you do now will pay off with a healthier, more vibrant landscape come spring. Start by spreading a 2–3" layer of composted manure, like Watters Barnyard Manure, on your empty vegetable and flower beds. T…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardner discusses Autumn landscaping and decorating. This time of year brings loads of colors to the garden. Container gardening, strategic planting for gorgeous color, and fall harvests all bring design and decorating options. What are some decorating ideas you can incorporate into your Autumn landscaping? Li…
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Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here, with some tips to transform your summer containers into stunning fall masterpieces. Mother Nature's calling for a wardrobe change, and your pots deserve one too! Let's ditch the tired blooms and bring on the vibrant hues of autumn! Here are some of my favorite fall container plants: Mums (Chrysanthemums…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about the fall to do list for a healthy landscape. Fall is officially here and it's important to take important steps to keep your yard healthy and prepare it for winter and even for next spring. So what should you have on your to-do list this fall? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gard…
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Hey there, fellow green thumbs! Ken Lain the Top 10 Gardener here. Wow, what a harvest! This year's berry and grape crops were incredible, thanks to some simple tricks I want to share. For bigger, juicier berries, remember two things: food and pruning. Feed them every other month with Watters 6-4-4-7 Fruit & Vegetable Food, especially after harvest…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about purple fall flowers for pretty Autumn containers. We see all kinds of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows in those fall flowers. What about purple flowers? What are some types of purple fall flowers you can add to your Autumn containers? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mo…
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Buckle up and hold on to this F1RST2KNOW- Events, Recreation, Dining, Deals >>> Guy Roginson and Corey Carlson of Yavapai College discuss the Quest Grant and all the FALL EVENTS this weekend! HAPPY FALL Y'ALL!! F1RST2KNOW is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with ALL the shows at: https://CAST11.c…
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Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here. Losing a pinion pine can be tough, but it opens opportunities for something new! Don't plant in the same spot – decaying roots can hinder new growth. Instead, plant a few feet away and consider a different evergreen. Austrian pines are a great choice with their long needles and hardiness. Worried about y…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses the grape harvest and better berries this year. It's time to start harvesting grapes! Did you get a good harvest? How about your berry yield? Was that good too? If not, what do you need to do to get a better yield? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.…
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Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener here. October is the most important month to fertilize your plants! Here in the mountains of Arizona, our soil needs a boost to keep our gardens thriving. Why? Because our topsoil is thin and the monsoons wash away vital nutrients. To keep your trees healthy and your flowers blooming, you need to replenish those nutrie…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center answer whether you can plant a new tree in place of a dead piñon. If you have a tree die, it's best not to plant a new tree in the same spot. That's the quick answer. But why not? What is the best type of tree to plant to replace the original? What should you know about replacement tree plantin…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares why October plant food is the most important feeding of the year. What should you know about feeding your plants? Is there a specific type of plant food that is best to use in the fall? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-l…
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Ken & Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here. Fall is in the air, and it's time to transition our gardens for the cooler months ahead. In this episode of Mountain Gardener, we'll cover everything you need to know to keep your landscape thriving. We'll discuss adjusting your irrigation schedule for fall, preparing your garden beds for new plantings, a…
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Hey, garden friends! Ken Lain here, the Top 10 Gardener. Remember tomorrow September 29th because Grapes4Good is back! 🎉 🍇 It's the biggest garden party in the county, and we're turning Watters Garden Center into a festive fundraising fiesta from 5-8 pm. 🍷 Enjoy delicious wines paired with mouthwatering food from Torme, all while supporting local s…
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Boost your Home's Value: Curb Appeal Tips from Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener. Looking to boost your home's curb appeal and value? I'm here to share some practical tips to make your home the envy of the neighborhood. It all starts with trees! They provide shade, beauty, and even financial benefits. Native plants and low-maintenance shrubs are also a…
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In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about the annual Grapes for Good Garden Party. This Sunday, Sept 29th is the annual Grapes 4 Good event at Watters Garden Center where the Prescott Frontier Rotary is raising funds for schools. The Garden Center will transform into a wonderful garden party with delectable eats and wonderful wine…
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Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here, Fall is the perfect time to add those graceful, swaying grasses to your landscape! Why, you ask? Well, let me tell you... 🌾 See them in their glory: Ornamental grasses are at their peak beauty right now, showcasing their full size and vibrant plumes. No more guessing what they'll look like in your yard!…
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In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about creating a home with curb appeal. It can be wonderful coming home to a welcoming and inviting entry area. What are some things you can do with your planting and plant containers to lend a warm and inviting front area? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://ca…
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Hey there, fellow green thumbs! Ken Lain the Top 10 Gardener here. 🍂 Fall's here, and it's the perfect time to decorate your garden with vibrant hues that last all winter long! Think of it as accessorizing your outdoor space, adding pops of color to complement the changing season. 🌸 Swap out those spent summer blooms for cheerful cool-season favori…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center talk about pretty grasses & why fall is the best time to plant them. There are so many pretty grasses that will add visual interest to your garden. What are those grasses and why should you plant them in the fall? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/…
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Buckle up and hold on to this F1RST2KNOW- Events, Recreation, Dining, Deals >>> Elicia Morigeau and Marnee Zazueta of Yavapai College discuss The Upcoming Chino Valley Harvest Festival PLUS Bull Riding, and Grapes 4 Good Happening THIS WEEKEND! F1RST2KNOW is part of the CAST11 Podcast Network of Prescott. Check out the podcast network website with …
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Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here. Ready to help you transform those tired summer beds into thriving fall gardens! Step 1: Out with the Old Clear out those spent summer veggies – tomatoes, squash, the whole crew! Their big appetites leave the soil hungry, so let's replenish it. Step 2: In with the New Raised beds? Easy peasy! Grab a bag o…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses fall flowers for winter long color. The season changes are definitely underway and if you are looking to keep flowers blooming into winter here are some expert tips on which flowers to plant be sure to listen to this episode. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain…
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Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener here. As the crispness of autumn descends upon us, it's time to adjust our watering routines to ensure our plants stay healthy and vibrant through the changing season. Remember, even though the temperatures are cooling down, your plants are still actively growing and establishing roots well into October. Key Takeaways:…
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In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to prepare garden beds for fall planting. Should you be using fertilizer? Should you use a specific type of soil? How much water should you be using? Are there any special steps you should take to prepare your garden beds? Listen in to find out. Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: …
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Ken & Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here. From essential pollinators like bees and butterflies to practical solutions for landscaping challenges like hillside erosion, we've got you covered. Discover the top groundcovers to anchor your slopes, explore the latest and greatest garden products, and find inspiration in the stunning world of container…
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In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses autumn irrigation adjustment for fall plant health. Ever wondered how you should be watering your fall plants? Here are your tips from a local gardening expert! Listen to Mountain Gardener on Cast11: https://cast11.com/mountain-gardener-with-ken-lain-gardening-podcast/ Follow Cast11 on Faceb…
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Hey, garden friends! Ken Lain here, the Top 10 Gardener. Let's talk container gardens! These miniature landscapes are like living art, bringing together textures, colors, and fragrances to create a sensory delight. A well-designed container garden can transform any space, drawing you in and making you forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life. …
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