The Beanstalk : A Podcast for Gardeners

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🌱 The Beanstalk is your cozy companion in the garden. Whether you're planting your first seed or tending a thriving backyard patch, host John guides you through growing your own food, one episode at a time. Learn to garden with confidence, connect with nature, and become more self-reliant — right from your own suburban space.

  1. 15h ago

    Episode 57 – Fruit Trees – Patient, Productive, and Rewarding

    Episode 57 – Fruit Trees – Patient, Productive, and Rewarding In this episode of The Beanstalk, we're heading into the orchard to explore the world of fruit trees. 🌳 From apples and pears to peaches, plums, and nectarines, we cover choosing varieties, planting, watering, pruning, and dealing with common challenges. I also share some thoughts from this unusually warm winter and how it had me paying closer attention to chill hours and the health of my own trees. Whether you're planting your first backyard fruit tree or already dreaming of a small orchard, this episode is packed with practical advice for the long haul. 🍎🍑🌱

    20 min

  2. 6d ago

    Episode 56 – Bok Choi – Crisp, Quick, and Versatile

    Episode 56 – Bok Choi – Crisp, Quick, and Versatile In this episode of The Beanstalk, we take a deep dive into bok choi, one of the fastest-growing and most underrated vegetables you can grow. 🌱 We cover planting, harvesting, common pests, companion planting, and why this cool-season brassica deserves a permanent spot in more gardens. We also cook up a simple garlic ginger stir-fried bok choi recipe and explore the fascinating history behind this ancient crop. Whether you're growing it for the first time or looking to improve your harvests, there's plenty to dig into in this episode. 🥬

    18 min

  3. May 25

    Episode 55 – Tea Gardens – Calm, Useful, and Underrated

    Episode 55 – Tea Gardens – Calm, Useful, and Underrated In this episode of The Beanstalk, we slow things down and explore the world of tea gardens. 🌱 From mint and chamomile to lemon balm and lavender, we talk about growing herbs specifically for teas, relaxation, and everyday comfort. We cover harvesting, drying, common issues, and even put together a calming homemade tea blend straight from the garden. It’s a quieter kind of gardening episode — but one that connects the garden to daily life in a really meaningful way.

    16 min

  4. May 12

    Episode 54 – Pumpkins – Massive, Mighty, and Misunderstood

    Episode 54 – Pumpkins – Massive, Mighty, and Misunderstood In this episode of The Beanstalk, we finally dive deep into pumpkins — from giant sprawling vines to pie pumpkins and everything in between. 🎃 We talk growing techniques, pest issues, pollination, harvesting, storage, and why pumpkins are far more useful than most people realize. There’s also a warm roasted pumpkin soup recipe and a look into the surprisingly fascinating history and biology behind these massive plants. Whether you grow pumpkins every year or have never tried them before, this episode is packed with practical advice and seasonal gardening energy.

    17 min

  5. May 4

    Episode 53 – Cooking Herbs – Flavor, Freshness, and Function

    Episode 53 – Cooking Herbs – Flavor, Freshness, and Function In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dive into cooking herbs and how they transform both your garden and your kitchen. 🌱 Learn the difference between soft and woody herbs, how to grow them successfully, and how to harvest for the best flavor. We also talk common issues, companion planting, and simple ways to use fresh herbs in everyday meals. If you’ve ever wanted to take your cooking to the next level straight from your garden, this episode is for you.

    12 min

  6. Apr 27

    Episode 52 – Green Onions – Simple, Sharp, and Reliable

    Episode 52 – Green Onions – Simple, Sharp, and Reliable In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dive into green onions — one of the simplest and most reliable crops you can grow. 🌱  From starting them from seed to regrowing them from scraps, we cover everything you need to keep a steady supply going. We also talk about common issues, harvesting methods, and how to make the most of this versatile plant in the kitchen.  It’s a small crop with a big impact on your everyday meals.

    12 min

  7. Apr 19

    Episode 51 – Salad Mixes – Fast, Fresh, and Endless

    Episode 51 – Salad Mixes – Fast, Fresh, and Endless In this episode of The Beanstalk, we dig into one of the fastest and most rewarding things you can grow — salad mixes. 🌱 From cut-and-come-again harvesting to building your own custom blend of greens, this episode is all about maximizing flavor and productivity in a small space. We talk about what to plant, how to grow it, and how to keep the harvest going all season long. Plus, we wrap it all up with a simple, fresh garden salad straight from the soil to your plate.

    15 min

  8. Apr 7

    Episode 50 – Warm Winter – Strange, shifting and stubborn

    Episode 50 – Warm Winter – Strange, shifting and stubborn Episode 50 of The Beanstalk dives into what it really means to garden through a winter that doesn’t feel like winter. 🌱  We talk about warm weather challenges, chill hours, pest pressure, and how to adapt when the seasons don’t follow the usual pattern. From garlic concerns to fruit trees and watering in dry conditions, this episode is all about staying flexible and learning as you go.  If your winter has felt a little off lately, this one will help you make sense of it.

    17 min
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🌱 The Beanstalk is your cozy companion in the garden. Whether you're planting your first seed or tending a thriving backyard patch, host John guides you through growing your own food, one episode at a time. Learn to garden with confidence, connect with nature, and become more self-reliant — right from your own suburban space.

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