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Beyond the Garden Basics

Farmer Fred
Gardening
Tomato
Horticulture
Drip Irrigation
Roses
Blueberries
Mulch
Pepper Seeds
Peppers
Watering Techniques
Vermicomposting
Fair Oaks Horticulture Center
Tomatoes
Gardening Tools
Soil Moisture
Fried Green Tomatoes
Persimmons
Peach Trees
Organic Gardening
California

Picking up where the Garden Basics podcast left off. gardenbasics.substack.com

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes201Founded3 years ago
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In today’s podcast, Master Gardener and vegetable expert Gail Pothour talks about cool season greens to grow in your backyard garden during the fall and winter. There’s a human-corrected transcript at the bottom of this newsletter. Among the main poi... more

In today’s podcast, we talk with Sacramento County Master Gardener Michael Stinson about the when, how and why of pruning blackberry vines. Don’t want to listen? Here’s a summary. A complete transcript is at the bottom of this newsletter.

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We tackle two prickly topics: the spiky, caltrop-like seed balls of puncturevine weed and the “sputniks” of liquidambar (sweet gum) trees. Yes, those sharply pointed spheres that fly in the autumn breeze do resemble Eisenhower-era, low-earth orbiting... more

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Collecting, Storing and Using Home-Saved Tomato Seeds

If you want to save seeds of a particular tomato variety, remember that many varieties are hybrids; they may not necessarily come back with the same traits as the tomato you enjoyed last season. ... more

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Todd Lando
Battalion Chief and wildfire mitigation specialist for the Central Marin Fire District
Central Marin Fire District
Episode: What To Do When a Wildfire Approaches Your Home
Don Shor
Owner of Redwood Barn Nursery
Redwood Barn Nursery (Davis, California)
Episode: Tomato Troubleshooting Tips
Chris Aycock
Japanese maple specialist conducting the tour at El Dorado Nursery
El Dorado Nursery and Gardens
Episode: Summer Heat vs. Japanese Maple Trees
Dave DeWitt
Food historian and foremost authority on chili peppers, spices and spicy foods
Author and pepper expert
Episode: Too Many Peppers? Try This Popular Sweet Pepper Relish Recipe
Tom Spellman
Fruit plant expert, Dave Wilson Nursery
Dave Wilson Nursery
Episode: When Should You Prune Your Blueberries?
Phil Purcell
Fruit plant expert, Dave Wilson Nursery
Dave Wilson Nursery
Episode: When Should You Prune Your Blueberries?
Shanna Mealy
Master Gardener, Fair Oaks Horticulture Center
Sacramento County Master Gardeners / Fair Oaks Horticulture Center
Episode: When Should You Prune Your Blueberries?
Gordon Mann
Consulting arborist, founder of Mann-Made Resources
Mann-Made Resources; California Tree and Landscape Consulting (CalTLC)
Episode: How to Plant and Care for a Shade Tree
Daniel Swain
Climate scientist known for Weather West; UC ANR-affiliated researcher
Weather West / University of California
Episode: Home Weather Station Setup for Gardeners

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Fred Hoffman
Host of Beyond the Garden Basics (varying listings across episodes)

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
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    There are many garden podcasts that is mere a chatting session between two presenters without any facts given to the novice gardener. Farmer Fred has guests who are smart, educated, with a wide range of experiences on his podcast. Every so often, a little bantering between Farmer Fred and one of his regulars brings a chuckle to the listeners. Thanks for all the legitimate tips, all your wisdom and experience that make beginner gardeners more successful and confident. This is a fantastic show wi... more

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    Chris Rius
    United Statesa year ago

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Banters between hosts occasionally add levity without compromising depth of content.
Show stands out for not turning into pure advertising; tips come from experienced horticulturists.

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Tomato Troubleshooting Tips
Q: What is blossom end rot and what causes it?
Blossom end rot is largely a physiological disorder tied to soil temperature and moisture during fruit expansion, not simply a calcium deficiency; improving soil warmth, deep and even watering, and avoiding waterlogged soil helps, while calcium sprays are not a cure.
Plants for Dry Shade
Q: What inspired the overall layout of the garden and its emphasis on drought-tolerant plants?
Debbie explains a long-term, evolving process of selecting native and adapted plants, moving things around, and pruning to keep paths clear, always aiming to balance beauty with low water use.
Can You Grow a Peach Tree from Seed?
Q: What happens when you plant a peach seed?
The outcome is highly unpredictable because the seed inherits traits from multiple parent plants, so the resulting tree may not resemble the original peach and may or may not fruit reliably.
Home Weather Station Setup for Gardeners
Q: Let's talk about, I'd be curious about your own home weather setup. What's that like?
Daniel Swain explains that his current setup is constrained by his Boulder, Colorado location and past California installation history; he emphasizes careful siting, the value of multiple sensors, and using in-house monitors to view data alongside official sources to accurately reflect microclimates around fruit trees and garden beds, with practical lessons on frost protection and wind measurement.
Your Garden vs. Summer Heatwaves
Q: What happens to plant roots when soil temps spike, and what can we do about it?
Root damage accelerates once soil temperatures exceed about 104 degrees, with severe damage and plant death possible above 110 degrees; solutions include insulating pots, using larger outer containers, and providing shade to reduce heat load.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Garden Basics

What is Beyond the Garden Basics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, hands-on gardening show that leans into real-world horticulture tips, from heat-tolerant flowering and edible greens to fruit trees, roses, and shade-tree care. Episodes blend step-by-step how-tos with host banter and guest expertise, often focusing on home garden troubleshooting, climate-adapted techniques, and season-long planning for fruits, vegetables, and ornamentals. Noteworthy strengths include a strong emphasis on actionable guidance grounded in cultivated experience, a penchant for on-site demonstrations, and a steady stream of subject-matter experts from local nurseries, master gardener programs, and agricultural departments. Potential listeners who want clear, applicable gardening strategies for California climates a... more

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2. Don Shor
3. Chris Aycock
4. Dave DeWitt
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7. Shanna Mealy
8. Gordon Mann

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