Garden Girls Podcast

The Garden Girls

Welcome to the garden group chat you didn't know you needed. Hosts Meg & Dagny dig into everything home gardeners actually want to talk about — from seed starting and growing vegetables to pest control drama, harvest wins, plant history deep dives, and the occasional hot gardening take. Whether you're growing food in your backyard for the first time or you've been in the dirt for years, pull up a garden chair and join the conversation. New episodes every week. 🌿 #8 in Home & Garden on Apple Podcasts.

  1. 2H AGO

    Episode 65: A History of Garlic from Pyramids to Pizza

    Garlic is in almost every kitchen on earth — but have you ever wondered how it got there? In this episode, we're tracing the full history of one of humanity's oldest cultivated plants, from ancient Egypt where pyramid workers were literally paid in garlic, to the Silk Road traders who spread it across continents, to the vampire folklore that made it legendary, to the backyard garden beds where so many of us are growing it today.It's a history episode, a food episode, and honestly kind of a love letter to one of the most satisfying things you can grow.If you've ever tucked a garlic clove into the ground in October and felt a little bit of magic in that — this episode is for you.Garden Girls Podcast is for gardeners who like to go a little deeper. New episodes drop every Wednesday at 6pm EST. Leave a comment: what's your favorite variety to grow?Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

    48 min
  2. APR 8

    Episode 64: Chaos Gardening & Letting Go of Perfection ft. Chia Ming Ro

    In this episode, we’re joined by Chia Ming Ro @coastal_homestead for a conversation all about chaos gardening, garden design, and learning to embrace failure in the garden 🌿We talk about what happens when you let go of perfection, why “messy” gardens can actually be more productive and beautiful, and how failure is often the best teacher—especially when growing your own food.If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing gardening “wrong” or struggling to keep everything perfect, this episode is your permission slip to relax, experiment, and lean into the process.This is one of those conversations that will change how you see your garden.Let us know your thoughts in the comments—are you a chaos gardener or a planner?#gardening #chaosgardening #gardendesign #growyourownfood #podcastOur main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach @coastal_homesteadListen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

    51 min
  3. APR 4

    Episode 63: April Garden Update & Everything We’re Growing Right Now

    If you’ve been wondering what to plant in April, this is exactly what we’re growing in our garden right now. In this episode, we’re sharing our real-time April garden plans, what we’ve already planted, what we’re direct sowing, and what we’re still starting from seed.We talk through what’s actually working in a Zone 8 garden this time of year, including spring vegetables, flowers, and the crops we’re most excited about (and a few we’re a little unsure about). This is a very honest garden update — not just what should be planted in April, but what we’re personally doing in our own gardens right now.If you’re planning your spring garden or trying to figure out what to grow in April, this episode will give you ideas, inspiration, and a realistic look at what’s going in the ground this month.Whether you’re growing in raised beds, containers, or a backyard garden, April is one of the biggest planting windows of the year — and we’re taking full advantage of it.Make sure to follow along for more monthly garden updates, seasonal planting guides, and real-life gardening conversations.Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

    34 min
  4. MAR 24

    Episode 61: Different Ways to Preserve Garden Produce

    If your garden is producing more food than you can eat, it’s time to start preserving the harvest.In this episode we’re talking about different ways to preserve garden produce—from beginner-friendly methods like freezing and dehydrating to more traditional techniques like fermentation and water bath canning.Food preservation is one of the best ways to reduce food waste, save money, and enjoy your garden harvest long after the growing season ends. Whether you’re growing tomatoes, herbs, peppers, cucumbers, or berries, there are simple ways to extend the life of your harvest.We also talk about which preservation methods are easiest to start with and what tools you actually need to get started.If you’re growing your own food, learning how to preserve it is the next step toward getting the most out of your garden.Let us know in the comments—what’s your favorite way to preserve your harvest?Here's where you can find the E-BOOK!https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/products/more-than-canning-easy-unique-ways-to-preserve-the-harvest-e-book?variant=51915599085851Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Preserving E-BOOK:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/products/more-than-canning-easy-unique-ways-to-preserve-the-harvest-e-book?variant=51915599085851Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

    31 min
  5. MAR 17

    Episode 60: Gardening Is an Act of Resistance

    In this episode we’re talking about why gardening can be more than just a hobby — it can actually be an act of resistance.For most of human history, growing food was a normal part of everyday life. But in modern society we’ve become increasingly disconnected from where our food comes from and dependent on systems that feel out of our control.Gardening pushes back against that.Planting a garden means learning skills that our grandparents once knew by heart. It means building resilience, feeding your family, supporting pollinators, and reconnecting with the natural world.In this conversation we talk about how gardening gives people a sense of autonomy, why so many people are turning back to growing food, and how even a small backyard garden can change the way you think about food, community, and independence.Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do… is plant a seed.Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

    22 min
  6. MAR 4

    Episode 58: What We're Planting Right Now in the Garden (March)

    March is one of the most exciting months in the garden, and in this episode we’re talking about everything we’re planting right now. From cool-season crops to early spring seedlings, we walk through our full March garden plan and share what seeds are going in the ground, what we’re starting indoors, and which varieties we’re most excited about this year.We also talk about how we decide what to grow each season, crops that always earn a spot in the garden, and a few new things we’re experimenting with this spring. If you’re wondering what to plant in March or just want some inspiration for your own garden, this episode will give you plenty of ideas to get the season started.Spring planting season is officially here, and there’s nothing better than getting seeds in the soil and watching the garden wake up again.Happy growing 🌱Our main accounts:@meggrowsplants @thecottagepeach Listen on Spotify:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-garden-girlsFollow us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/garden-girls-podcast/id1763113032Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gardengirlspod/Follow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@gardengirlspod***Links***Meg's Planting Calendar:https://meg-grows-plants.myshopify.com/collections/allEpic Gardening:https://shop.epicgardening.com/GARDENGIRLSCode for 5% off!GARDENGIRLS*These codes are affiliate links that we receive commissions from and help to support the podcast!*

    32 min
5
out of 5
46 Ratings

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Welcome to the garden group chat you didn't know you needed. Hosts Meg & Dagny dig into everything home gardeners actually want to talk about — from seed starting and growing vegetables to pest control drama, harvest wins, plant history deep dives, and the occasional hot gardening take. Whether you're growing food in your backyard for the first time or you've been in the dirt for years, pull up a garden chair and join the conversation. New episodes every week. 🌿 #8 in Home & Garden on Apple Podcasts.

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