The joe gardener Show - Organic Gardening - Vegetable Gardening - Expert Garden Advice From Joe Lamp'l

I have been presenting a gift guide for gardeners annually for many years now. It has evolved from an in-person presentation to a resource guide I offer every November for the start of the gift-giving season. In this episode, I will highlight some of my favorite items in the 2026 list, from tried-and-true staples to new finds, and you can

Whether planting a few trees or starting a large-scale ecological restoration project, saplings may be your best option. They're less expensive, easier to plant and often grow faster than larger, nursery-grown trees. In this week's encore presentation, tree care expert Basil Camu explains why planting small can deliver big results.

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There are dozens of tasks that can be done in November to make our gardens more productive and ecologically friendly, but I have drilled down on 10 that will reap the greatest rewards for your efforts. This week, I'm sharing these garden priorities and explaining why they are worth your time.

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Raking, blowing and removing fallen leaves is a familiar ritual for many homeowners, but the practice is more harmful than many realize. This week, I'm joined by Dr. Max Ferlauto, a state entomologist with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, to explore the science behind the "Leave the Leaves" movement. His research reveals how leaf removal reduces the number of ins...