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Beyond the Garden Basics

Farmer Fred
Gardening
Tomato
Drip Irrigation
Horticulture
Mulch
Peppers
Watering Techniques
Pepper Seeds
Roses
Gardening Tools
Blueberries
Fried Green Tomatoes
Persimmons
Tomatoes
Vermicomposting
Peach Trees
Organic Gardening
Ripening
Tomato Gardening
Vegetable Gardening

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

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In this episode, we discuss the essentials of basil cultivation, highlighting the basil basics for home gardens. We cover basil soil preparation, planting, timing, and a few of the various flavorful basil varieties such as Sweet, Thai, and cinnamon b... more

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Sweet potatoes are one of the most under-appreciated crops you can grow. But it will reward those gardeners who give sweet potatoes what they really need: heat.

As you will hear in the podcast with Master Gardener and vegetable expert Gail Pothour, ... more

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Soil mycorrhizae. What is it? If you’ve seen any of the “Avatar” movies, you would know that James Cameron probably has a good grasp of the subject…and you would have a basic understanding of what we are going to talk about today. Without mycorrhizal... more

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We talk about water safety and rain barrels with Sacramento County Master Gardener and vegetable expert Gail Pothour who swears up and down on her stack of Ruth Stout gardening books that she would NEVER drink water from a rain barrel…nor would she w... more

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Recent Guests

Gail Pothour
Master Gardener, Sacramento County
Sacramento County Master Gardener
Episode: Growing Sweet Potatoes
Pat Rosales
Master Gardener, Sacramento County
Sacramento County Master Gardener
Episode: Mycorrhizal Activity and Your Plants' Health
Don Shor
Owner, Redwood Barn Nursery (Davis, CA)
Redwood Barn Nursery
Episode: The 2026 Tomato Preview Show!
Lance Walheim
Author of Citrus, A Gardener's and Fruit Lover's Guide; grower and citrus expert
Lance Walheim Press; California Citrus Specialties
Episode: Growing Citrus Trees in a Non-Citrus Environment
Jeff Smoker
Sacramento Master Gardener and expert on caneberries
Sacramento County Master Gardeners
Episode: Tips For Growing Blackberries
Staci Hill
co-owner Gooseberry Bridge Farm, author featured on the episode
Gooseberry Bridge Farm
Episode: The Preserver's Garden
Jeremy Hill
co-owner Gooseberry Bridge Farm, author featured on the episode
Gooseberry Bridge Farm
Episode: The Preserver's Garden
Ed Laivo
Fruit enthusiast and YouTube creator focusing on edible solutions
Edible Solutions
Episode: What is Backyard Orchard Culture?
Katherine Barquette
Master Gardener specializing in grape cultivation in Sacramento County
UC Master Gardeners
Episode: All About Grapes

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Fred
Host of Beyond the Garden Basics Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 99 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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Provides solid, evidence-based tips for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.
Shows avoid gimmicks; focus on legitimate horticulture practices and community
Balanced mix of personality and expertise, with clear, actionable guidance.
Guests are knowledgeable and well-prepared, with practical demonstrations.
Audience appreciates the long-form, educational format and accessible demonstrations.

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Growing Sweet Potatoes
Q: I'm hoping you might address the subject of growing sweet potatoes. This person says, any experience you might have with varieties or tips would be appreciated.
The guest discusses timing (plant slips two months before the final planting window), starting slips indoors in a warm environment, and choosing disease-free slips from certified sources to avoid virus transmission.
Growing Sweet Potatoes
Q: And it all started with a question from a local Master Gardener who wanted to know, well, how exactly do you plant a sweet potato?
The host explains that you start by growing slips from a small sweet potato in warm conditions, then you snap off eight-inch slips to plant in well-prepared soil when the weather is warm enough.
2026 Garden Seed Price Sticker Shock Is Arriving
Q: How do you choose which varieties make it to a retail seed rack?
We trial everything and decide based on what sells well and performs effectively in different climates.
2026 Garden Seed Price Sticker Shock Is Arriving
Q: Are you finding that the prices have gone up in the last year spiked and the only thing you can attribute it to is tariffs?
The prices for seeds have been increasing for several years, and tariffs are an additional factor contributing to the rise.
Ants!
Q: Brenda asked about her raised beds infested with ants and what she did wrong.
Brenda hasn't done anything wrong; ants are naturally present and can thrive in raised beds.

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

The show centers on practical gardening, fruit farming, and home food preservation, with detailed how-tos on growing, pruning, soil health, pest and disease management, and various preservation methods. Episodes mix step-by-step demonstrations, seasonal tasks, and long-form conversations with experienced horticulturists and small-farm operators, often tying personal stories to broader garden and farm themes. A notable strength is making advanced techniques approachable for beginners while also offering deeper insights for seasoned gardeners, including niche topics like backyard orchard culture, freeze-drying, and disease-resistant plant varieties. The format consistently emphasizes actionable takeaways, reliable methods, and community-focus... more

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Recent guests on Beyond the Garden Basics include:

1. Gail Pothour
2. Pat Rosales
3. Don Shor
4. Lance Walheim
5. Jeff Smoker
6. Staci Hill
7. Jeremy Hill
8. Ed Laivo

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