Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
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
Podcasting since 2020 • 405 episodes
Garden Basics with Farmer Fred
Latest Episodes
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...
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Season 6
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Episode 33
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33:56
404 Harvest Day Garden Tips
One of the best places to get your garden questions answered is at the annual gathering of local Master Gardeners, gardening professionals, and horticultural consultants at Harvest Day, held the first Saturday of August each year at the Fair Oa...
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Season 6
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Episode 32
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40:58
403 Battling Fusarium Wilt
Why are some of my plants turning yellow and dying? One possibility: fusarium wilt. We address the challenges posed by fusarium wilt, a destructive, soil-borne fungal disease impacting favorite garden plants like tomatoes, peppers, ...
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Season 6
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Episode 31
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32:01
402 Edible Succulents
In this episode of the Garden Basics podcast, I speak with succulent expert Debra Lee Baldwin about the world of edible succulents. We delve into what defines succulents, their survival in arid conditions, and their nutritional benefits. Baldwi...
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Season 6
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Episode 30
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24:41
401 Home Landscaping Tips for Fire Safety
We examine the growing wildfire risks for homeowners, particularly in fire-prone areas across the United States. We get insights from Kevin Marini, a UC Defensible Space Advisor. He highlights the importance of maintaining clear spaces around h...
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Season 6
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Episode 29
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1:01:41
