The Compost Pile | Gardening & Homesteading

David Pool - Homestead & Organic Gardening Enthusiast

The Compost Pile | Gardening & Homesteading explores all things gardening, homesteading, and organic gardening. Your Hosts, David Pool & Aaron Barnhill, will dive into pollinators, practical fundamentals, tips for success, and more. David Pool has over 20 years in the green industry and helps people daily solving all types of gardening, landscape, lawn, and homestead issues. Aaron Barnhill is a seasoned cook and resident "newer" gardener, bringing up all the questions that David is used to and challenging him to learn even more with things he doesn't know. Join us on this adventure of all things gardening and more on The Compost Pile!

Episodes

  1. Container Gardening 101: How to Grow More Food & Plants in Pots (Soil, Containers, Care & Mistakes to Avoid)

    21H AGO

    Container Gardening 101: How to Grow More Food & Plants in Pots (Soil, Containers, Care & Mistakes to Avoid)

    Container gardening is one of the most flexible and accessible ways to grow plants—whether you’re short on space, dealing with poor soil, or gardening in a hot, humid climate like Zone 9a. In this episode of The Compost Pile, we break down everything you need to know about container gardening, from choosing the right containers to soil mixes, watering practices, and long-term plant care. We discuss the pros and cons of growing in containers, compare different container types (plastic, ceramic, fabric grow bags, raised planters, and more), and explain why soil selection matters more in pots than in the ground. You’ll also learn how container gardening changes watering and fertilizing routines, how heat affects root systems, and common mistakes gardeners make that limit success. Whether you’re growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, or fruit trees in containers, this episode will help you grow healthier plants and get better results—especially in USDA Zone 9a and similar southern climates. Topics covered include: Benefits and limitations of container gardeningBest containers for vegetables, herbs, and ornamentalsSoil and drainage considerations for potsWatering and fertilizing containers in hot weatherHow container gardening differs from in-ground growingTips for beginners and seasoned gardeners alikePerfect for gardeners, homesteaders, patio growers, renters, and anyone looking to grow more—no matter the space.

    34 min

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The Compost Pile | Gardening & Homesteading explores all things gardening, homesteading, and organic gardening. Your Hosts, David Pool & Aaron Barnhill, will dive into pollinators, practical fundamentals, tips for success, and more. David Pool has over 20 years in the green industry and helps people daily solving all types of gardening, landscape, lawn, and homestead issues. Aaron Barnhill is a seasoned cook and resident "newer" gardener, bringing up all the questions that David is used to and challenging him to learn even more with things he doesn't know. Join us on this adventure of all things gardening and more on The Compost Pile!

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