<![CDATA[Growing Wisdom]]>3e492b77-ebb5-54e8-8a6e-ff0ec1405a11Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:49:28 +0000Captivate.fmDave Epsteinhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/23250012-1374-4cdc-9ae6-427cbdf72da2/n6aKqrwmFnln34S08yYU7N6T.jpgGrowing WisdomDave EpsteinDave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom is about horticulture, how to grow your own food, healthy living and nature.https://growingwisdom.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastGarden Chores For February-Growing Wisdom February 6th 2024Garden Chores For February-Growing Wisdom February 6th 2024February can still be cold and snowy in the northern tier of the world, but there are some gardening chores to be had. Listen to this edition of Growing Wisdom for some ideas on February gardening.

]]>February can still be cold and snowy in the northern tier of the world, but there are some gardening chores to be had. Listen to this edition of Growing Wisdom for some ideas on February gardening.

]]>95dd6bab-1ded-4b15-be8a-237ba264d102Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -050007:23falsefull1221221Dave EpsteinIs "No Mow May" A Good Idea?-Growing Wisdom April26th 2023Is "No Mow May" A Good Idea?-Growing Wisdom April26th 2023No Mow May Is Gaining Traction In Parts Of North America, But Is It A Fad Or A Good Thing?

]]>No Mow May Is Gaining Traction In Parts Of North America, But Is It A Fad Or A Good Thing?

]]>b47a7370-a097-449d-b027-47f6dbb8249cWed, 26 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -050005:18falsefull1211211Dave EpsteinSpring Dug Parsnips Are Special With Michael Docter of Winter Moon Farm-Growing Wisdom April 7th 2022Spring Dug Parsnips Are Special With Michael Docter of Winter Moon Farm-Growing Wisdom April 7th 2022Parsnips might get a bad rap from some, but they are sweet as sugar when harvested at the right time.

]]>Parsnips might get a bad rap from some, but they are sweet as sugar when harvested at the right time.

]]>f048947c-4704-4c67-87eb-438bb33cd5b0Thu, 07 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -050005:26falsefull1201201Dave EpsteinGardening In Early April From Vegetables to Perennials and Shrubs-Growing Wisdom April 1st 2022Gardening In Early April From Vegetables to Perennials and Shrubs-Growing Wisdom April 1st 2022April is a big gardening month. Take advantage of the cool and damp weather to move, plant and grow!

]]>April is a big gardening month. Take advantage of the cool and damp weather to move, plant and grow!

]]>890a466e-1569-4aee-b890-7f92699495acFri, 01 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -050006:22falsefull1191191Dave EpsteinPassover, Gardening and Symbolism-Growing Wisdom March 30th 2022Passover, Gardening and Symbolism-Growing Wisdom March 30th 2022In this edition of Growing Wisdom I discuss some of the Passover traditions and symbolism with Rabbi Dave Yedid in New York.

]]>In this edition of Growing Wisdom I discuss some of the Passover traditions and symbolism with Rabbi Dave Yedid in New York.

]]>f494296d-262c-42f6-b2c4-2ad0a0ae6cc7Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -050014:48falsefull1181181Dave EpsteinThe Surprising Truth About The Maple Sugar Industry-Growing Wisdom March 17th 2022The Surprising Truth About The Maple Sugar Industry-Growing Wisdom March 17th 2022In this episode of Growing Wisdom Dave Epstein speaks with Michael Farrell CEO of The Forest Farmers on the state of the maple sugar industry today.

]]>In this episode of Growing Wisdom Dave Epstein speaks with Michael Farrell CEO of The Forest Farmers on the state of the maple sugar industry today.

]]>d9b20d74-bbd0-40b5-90f4-84aced72a355Thu, 17 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -050018:03falsefull1171171Dave EpsteinHouseplant Appreciation Day-Growing Wisdom January 10th 2022Houseplant Appreciation Day-Growing Wisdom January 10th 2022It's houseplant appreciation day and here are some of my favorite, especially good for low light, plants.

]]>It's houseplant appreciation day and here are some of my favorite, especially good for low light, plants.

]]>1db5fa77-5bf3-4183-91a2-539cbf7300a5Mon, 10 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -050006:30falsefull1161161Dave EpsteinHow To Grow Sprouts At HomeHow To Grow Sprouts At HomeToday's podcast is sponsored by Clover Food Labs https://www.cloverfoodlab.com/

]]>Today's podcast is sponsored by Clover Food Labs https://www.cloverfoodlab.com/

]]>8a59d0e6-fd5a-4971-81cb-f07ca85aaca1Fri, 05 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -050005:43falsefull1151151Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom-Fall Gardening With Lynne Flodin from Volante FarmsGrowing Wisdom-Fall Gardening With Lynne Flodin from Volante FarmsIn this episode, I speak with Lynne Flodin who has been at Volante farms for 33 years. She shares her expertise on fall gardening as well as some of the summer failures due to all the rain. We even take a peak into 2022 and some hot new items.

]]>In this episode, I speak with Lynne Flodin who has been at Volante farms for 33 years. She shares her expertise on fall gardening as well as some of the summer failures due to all the rain. We even take a peak into 2022 and some hot new items.

]]>fe50b5eb-e6fd-41ab-824c-9fd550145f50Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -050016:10falsefull1141141Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom- Planting and Growing Vegetables In Late SummerGrowing Wisdom- Planting and Growing Vegetables In Late SummerIn this episode, I talk about growing vegetables in the last third of summer.

]]>In this episode, I talk about growing vegetables in the last third of summer.

]]>a949f6e1-53d6-4483-864d-3bb4eff8788aFri, 23 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -050005:25falsefull1131131Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom-Preventing and Managing Tomatoes For DiseaseGrowing Wisdom-Preventing and Managing Tomatoes For DiseaseAccording to Johnny's Selected Seeds Website "Tomatoes are among the world's most cultivated crops, and given proper conditions and regular maintenance, they are relatively easy to grow. They are far from trouble-free, however, being prone to a host of production problems and pathogens, especially when conditions and maintenance are less than ideal.

As prevention is the best medicine, it helps to have some familiarity with the threats that you and your plants may face. To help acquaint you with the most common and damaging problems that may arise we developed this Guide to Common Tomato Pests, Diseases & Physiological Disorders. Many tomato problems closely resemble each other and are continually evolving; therefore, we always recommend seeking professional assistance from your cooperative extension for the definitive identification of disease and pests. This guide will provide a starting point toward understanding some of the most common issues that may arise, and their causes, while also helping you to select varieties resistant to specific diseases."

]]>According to Johnny's Selected Seeds Website "Tomatoes are among the world's most cultivated crops, and given proper conditions and regular maintenance, they are relatively easy to grow. They are far from trouble-free, however, being prone to a host of production problems and pathogens, especially when conditions and maintenance are less than ideal.

As prevention is the best medicine, it helps to have some familiarity with the threats that you and your plants may face. To help acquaint you with the most common and damaging problems that may arise we developed this Guide to Common Tomato Pests, Diseases & Physiological Disorders. Many tomato problems closely resemble each other and are continually evolving; therefore, we always recommend seeking professional assistance from your cooperative extension for the definitive identification of disease and pests. This guide will provide a starting point toward understanding some of the most common issues that may arise, and their causes, while also helping you to select varieties resistant to specific diseases."

]]>972bfff9-c983-43c9-bd4f-8677c27a61cbFri, 09 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -050010:28falsefull1121121Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom-Is It Time To Grow Ornamental Lilies in New England Again?Growing Wisdom-Is It Time To Grow Ornamental Lilies in New England Again?You might notice an absence of the lily beetle pest as a parasitic wasp continues to spread.

]]>You might notice an absence of the lily beetle pest as a parasitic wasp continues to spread.

]]>a5aa73c0-5878-4c9a-8611-bd93b78d084cTue, 15 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -050008:34falsefull1111111Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom-Gardening In Early JuneGrowing Wisdom-Gardening In Early JuneWeeding, watering and planting. It is all part of the June garden.

]]>Weeding, watering and planting. It is all part of the June garden.

]]>04379abe-080a-4c2e-8783-e204953d8a7aTue, 01 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -050011:46falsefull1101101Dave EpsteinTips For Being Successful With Growing In Containers And All Around GardeningTips For Being Successful With Growing In Containers And All Around GardeningIn This Episode, I interview Teri Boardman from Volante Farms in Needham, MA about all things gardening. We talk about container gardening and how to get the most out of what you are growing this year.

]]>In This Episode, I interview Teri Boardman from Volante Farms in Needham, MA about all things gardening. We talk about container gardening and how to get the most out of what you are growing this year.

]]>18a0b0fc-9c2b-4701-8838-a56ee61ef53cTue, 25 May 2021 09:00:00 -050015:19falsefull19191Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom A Gardeners Spring DayGrowing Wisdom A Gardeners Spring DayI love gardening and it seems like there is just not enough time in the day to get it all day, but there's always another one tomorrow.

]]>I love gardening and it seems like there is just not enough time in the day to get it all day, but there's always another one tomorrow.

]]>24f3694c-75cf-4ecb-8980-697273c6e156Sat, 15 May 2021 20:45:00 -050009:36falsefull18181Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom: Where Are The InsectsGrowing Wisdom: Where Are The InsectsSome thoughts on why I am observing in my lifetime about the decline of insects.

]]>Some thoughts on why I am observing in my lifetime about the decline of insects.

]]>99c8a007-9b20-482a-9e3a-87534aa245e1Mon, 10 May 2021 05:00:00 -050012:37falsefull17171Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom-When To Plant Tomatoes, Basil and Other Warm Weather CropsGrowing Wisdom-When To Plant Tomatoes, Basil and Other Warm Weather CropsPlanting certain vegetables in spring can end up costing you the plants as they succumb to disease and other issues.

]]>Planting certain vegetables in spring can end up costing you the plants as they succumb to disease and other issues.

]]>f0fb7c9b-bfc7-4ae0-b982-8114583f455cMon, 03 May 2021 09:00:00 -050008:29falsefull16161Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom: How Far Apart Should I Space Vegetables?Growing Wisdom: How Far Apart Should I Space Vegetables?Some plants can be spaced much closer together than others. It all depends on the ultimate size of the plant and the amount of light and nutrients it needs.

]]>Some plants can be spaced much closer together than others. It all depends on the ultimate size of the plant and the amount of light and nutrients it needs.

]]>9fefe2d3-eb96-4fb1-8485-5150905d9c30Tue, 27 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -050011:29falsefull15151Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom-Learning About Plant FertilziersGrowing Wisdom-Learning About Plant FertilziersUsing the right fertilizer for a particular plant is important to help the plant perform its best self.

]]>Using the right fertilizer for a particular plant is important to help the plant perform its best self.

]]>0a47505c-7540-4810-a6ab-eec0585e8896Sun, 18 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -050008:25falsefull14141Dave EpsteinGrowing Wisdom Podcast Watering Tips For The YardGrowing Wisdom Podcast Watering Tips For The YardIn this episode of Growing Wisdom I provide some tips on how to properly water the different plants growing in your yard including grass, trees, and shrubs.

]]>In this episode of Growing Wisdom I provide some tips on how to properly water the different plants growing in your yard including grass, trees, and shrubs.

]]>418a41af-b1b8-42a0-a098-b7f3ca5ce98dSat, 10 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -050012:09falsefull13131Dave EpsteinWhat Can You Plant In The Garden In Early AprilWhat Can You Plant In The Garden In Early AprilKale, collards, spinach, peas, carrots and more all love the cool weather of early spring.

]]>Kale, collards, spinach, peas, carrots and more all love the cool weather of early spring.

]]>f77065ee-458c-4e2d-b46d-e30adef6499cTue, 06 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -050008:20falsefull12121Dave EpsteinEarly Spring Lawn CareEarly Spring Lawn CareEarly spring is a great time to get your lawn into good shape. Weeds can become a problem quickly as the weather warms up. This episode I talk about the difference between perennial weeds and annual ones. I also explore types of preemergent to use on your lawn.

]]>Early spring is a great time to get your lawn into good shape. Weeds can become a problem quickly as the weather warms up. This episode I talk about the difference between perennial weeds and annual ones. I also explore types of preemergent to use on your lawn.

]]>c066e7d9-78f7-4527-bbdb-7d374b8c5918Sat, 03 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -050012:38falsefull11Dave Epstein