Garden Basics with Farmer Fred

Fred Hoffman
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Tips for beginning and experienced gardeners. New episodes arrive every Friday. Fred Hoffman has been a U.C. Certified Master Gardener since 1982 and writes a weekly garden column for the Lodi News-Sentinel in Lodi, CA. A four-decade fixture in Sacramento radio, he hosted three radio shows for Northern California gardeners and farmers: The KFBK Garden Show, Get Growing with Farmer Fred, and the KSTE Farm Hour. Episode Website: https://gardenbasics.net

  1. 412 Plant Frost Protection Tips

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    412 Plant Frost Protection Tips

    Debbie Flower, America's Favorite Retired College Horticulture Professor, drops by to discuss essential strategies for protecting potted and in-ground plants when a frost or freeze is expected. Topics include relocation, mulching, watering, and the use of frost cloths. We explore alternatives to frost cloths,  tackle plant hygiene prior to indoor living, and managing indoor challenges like pests and humidity.  Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Cover Photo: Agribon 70 frost cloth covering a Meyer Lemon Tree Links: Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and podcast. Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! Links: Frost Cloths Anti-Transpirants plant stand rollers indoor plant lights greenhouse heaters All About Farmer Fred:     GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening and subscribing to the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    32 min
  2. 411 Soil Building Tips

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    411 Soil Building Tips

    Today, we delve into the Garden Basics archive for three segments about the importance of building your soil in the fall. We talk with America’s Favorite Retired College Horticulture professor, Debbie Flower, and Sacramento’s Organic Advocate, Steve Zien. We explore the vital role of nitrogen in gardening. We address a listener's concern about low nitrogen levels in soil, discussing the challenges of measurement as well as alternative testing methods. We emphasize the significance of organic amendments, such as compost and cover cropping, particularly with crops like fava beans, to enhance nitrogen levels and overall soil health. Our conversation also covers the detrimental effects of high-salt synthetic fertilizers. And, we talk about sustainable gardening practices that promote nutrient cycling and plant growth. Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Cover Photo: Cover Crops, including fava beans, clover, oats Links: Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and podcast. Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! Links: Crop Rotation Chart Book: “Grow Now” by Emily Murphy All About Farmer Fred:     GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube  As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening and subscribing to the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    53 min
  3. 410 Fall Gardening Tips. How to Water.

    19 SEP

    410 Fall Gardening Tips. How to Water.

    We share essential fall gardening tips for both the garden and the orchard. Also, Debbie Flower offers a primer on correct watering techniques.  Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Cover Photo: Water Breaker Nozzle (Photo: Dramm) Links: Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and podcast. Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! Links: Leaf Vac/Shredder Smart Pot Compost Sak Australian Finger Lime Avocados for USDA Zone 9 peat pots/peat pellets Vermiculite for seed starting Dramm Watering Video: Watering 101 Dramm breaker nozzles for fine spray watering Hunter MP Rotator sprinklers Outdoor sprinkler water measuring devices Farmer Fred Rant: How Much Water Does Your Lawn Need? Olla Watering Pots All About Farmer Fred:    GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening and subscribing to the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Support the show Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    49 min
  4. 409 Bird-Friendly Gardening

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    409 Bird-Friendly Gardening

    Farmer Fred interviews garden writer Jen McGuinness, author of "Bird-Friendly Gardening," who highlights the urgent need for creating habitats for declining bird populations in North America. Jen shares her personal journey of transforming her Connecticut lawn into a wildlife habitat, overcoming skepticism from neighbors, while promoting eco-friendly gardening practices. The discussion covers bird photography, the significance of incorporating water and native plants in gardens, and strategies for preventing bird-window collisions. Jen offers practical advice on optimal plant choices and maintenance. She also addresses challenges like invasive species and provides resources from her book to help gardeners of all levels create welcoming environments for birds. Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Cover Photo: Black Hooded Oriole (Photo: Wikimedia Commons) Links: Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You! Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! Book - Bird-Friendly Gardening Jen McGuinness, FrauZinnie.com All About Farmer Fred:    GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter Farmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.com The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Support the show Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    49 min
  5. 408 Landrace Gardening

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    408 Landrace Gardening

    Today, we talk with Joseph Lofthouse about landrace gardening, which emphasizes the cultivation of locally adapted crops. Lofthouse shares his methods of developing diverse seed varieties, seed-saving techniques, and efficient watering practices in his high desert mountain climate of northeast Utah. He discusses successful experiments with corn, beans, melons, and other crops while highlighting the importance of genetic diversity for resilience and food security.  His techniques just might be worth a try no matter where you live! Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Photo: various styles of promiscuously pollinating popcorn Links: Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You! Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! More information about landrace gardening and Joseph Lofthouse All About Farmer Fred:   GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter Farmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.com The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Support the show Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    37 min
  6. 407 Low Water Vegetables

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    407 Low Water Vegetables

    Gardeners who want to save water with wise irrigating techniques might consider an unusual approach: plant crops that don't require much water in the first place. Today, Marlene Simon, the Plant Lady, of the Flower Power Garden Hour podcast and I talk about low water use vegetables, as well as how to condition your soil to use less water more effectively. Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Pictured: the low water use Tepary bean variety, Colonia Morelos Links: Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You! Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! Flower Power Garden Hour podcast with Marlene Simon, the Plant Lady UCANR: Your Food Garden in a Drought Drought Resistant Crops and Varieties All About Farmer Fred:  GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter Farmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.com The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Support the show Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    51 min
  7. Mid-Summer Tomato Report

    22 AGO

    Mid-Summer Tomato Report

    In this episode, we talk with Don Shor from Redwood Barn Nursery about summer gardening -  specifically tomatoes - in the context of this year's mild weather. We share successes with tomato varieties like Dr. Wyche’s Yellow and Chef's Choice Orange, while addressing challenges like blossom end rot and effective watering techniques. Don offers insights on various tomato cultivars, including promising hybrid-heirloom crosses, including the one pictured - the Genuwine - a cross between the Costaluto Genovese and the Brandywine. We also discuss the growing trend of peppers as perennials, along with best practices for cultivating them and other crops like cucumbers and rhubarb in hot climates. The conversation blends practical gardening tips with personal experiences for all levels of gardeners. Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Pictured: The Genuwine tomato, a  new hybrid formed by two heirloom crosses - Costaluto Genovese and Brandywine. (Photo: Don Shor) Links: Help Support This Podcast with a monthly donation! Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You! Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! Redwood Barn Nursery, Davis, CA All About Farmer Fred: GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter Farmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.com The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Support the show Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    53 min
  8. 405 Q&A: Who's Eating My Melons? Growing Fava Beans.

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    405 Q&A: Who's Eating My Melons? Growing Fava Beans.

    Q&A: How to Grow Fava Beans as a cover crop or an edible. Controlling Roof Rats in the Garden (good luck!) Farmer Fred's Ride for the Kids! Previous episodes, show notes, links, product information, and transcripts at the home site for Garden Basics with Farmer Fred, GardenBasics.net. Transcripts and episode chapters also available at Buzzsprout.   Now on YouTube (audio)  Pictured: Melon Damage from Rats? Links: “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter  By becoming a paid subscriber, you’re helping support the newsletter and this podcast. Thank You! Shop online at the Smart Pot store! For a limited time, use coupon code FRED at checkout to receive 10% off your Smart Pot order. Click here to start shopping! All About Farmer Fred:   GardenBasics.net “Beyond the Garden Basics” Newsletter Farmer Fred website:  http://farmerfred.com The Farmer Fred Rant! Blog http://farmerfredrant.blogspot.com Facebook:  "Get Growing with Farmer Fred"  Instagram: farmerfredhoffman https://www.instagram.com/farmerfredhoffman/ Blue Sky: @farmerfred.bsky.social Farmer Fred Garden Minute Videos on YouTube As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases from possible links mentioned here. Got a garden question?  • Leave an audio question without making a phone call via Speakpipe, at https://www.speakpipe.com/gardenbasics • Call or text us the question: 916-292-8964.  • Fill out the contact box at GardenBasics.net • E-mail: fred@farmerfred.com  Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter. Thank you for listening, subscribing and commenting on the Garden Basics with Farmer Fred podcast and the Beyond the Garden Basics Newsletter.

    34 min
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Tips for beginning and experienced gardeners. New episodes arrive every Friday. Fred Hoffman has been a U.C. Certified Master Gardener since 1982 and writes a weekly garden column for the Lodi News-Sentinel in Lodi, CA. A four-decade fixture in Sacramento radio, he hosted three radio shows for Northern California gardeners and farmers: The KFBK Garden Show, Get Growing with Farmer Fred, and the KSTE Farm Hour. Episode Website: https://gardenbasics.net

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  • Creador
    Fred Hoffman
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodios
    412
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