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You Bet Your Garden

Lehigh Valley Public Media
Gardening
Composting
Organic Gardening
Ticks
Potatoes
Dogwoods
Permethrin
Fresh Manure
Coffee Grounds
Alien Earthworms
Stag Beetles
Carolina Reaper
Luffa Gourds
Pantry Moths
Garden Tilling
Gardening Techniques
Peas
Beans
Garlic
Cantaloupe

“You Bet Your Garden” touted as an hour of ”chemical-free horticultural hijinks,” is a weekly, nationally syndicated broadcast hosted by Mike McGrath. It is produced in the studios of PBS39 in Bethlehem, PA. This weekly call-in program offers ‘fiercely organic’ advice to gardeners far and wide.

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Latest Episodes

Mike McGrath tells you when to plant the ingredients for kimchi so they'll all be ready at the same time. Plus your fabulously fermented phone calls!

On this Classic YBYG Mike prepares you for the third season of Gardening into the Fall!!!! Plus your fabulous classical phone calls!!

From the long lost 2020 pandemic archives Mike McGrath answers a FOUR part Question of the Week; With Deer & Evil Squirrels, Cartoon Dice, Killing a Lawn softly, and Explaining Endorphins! Plus your Fabulous Phone Calls!!

ENCORE: On this Classic episode of YBYG Mike warns of LAWN CLIPPINGS that may contain remaining chemicals that can hurt your Compost piles and your Plants!! Plus your Fabulous phone calls!!!

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Recent Guests

Chris Anderson
President of AMV LLC and creator of Burrs Off
AMV LLC
Episode: Can You Grow Your Own Kimchi?
Julia Tomei
Representative of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Episode: @YBYG Classic: Fighting Bugs, Butterflies and Slugs-in Scotland
Jake Chalfin
Representative from Laurel Valley Soils
Laurel Valley Soils
Episode: A YBYG Classic: Cringing Over Creosote!
Jesse Okozbek
The Feral Forager, educator and forager
Feral Foraging
Episode: We'll Have You Rolling in Clover
Dr. Chadi Nabhan
Medical oncologist and author, expert in non-Hodgkin lymphoma and involved in the Monsanto trials
Johns Hopkins Press
Episode: @YBYG Classic: ’Fleabane’ The Misunderstood Pollinator Plant
Alan Bergo
The Forager Chef, Author of The Forager Chef's Book of Florida
Episode: Here Come the Cicadas PLUS Alan Bergo 'The Forager Chef' Author Spotlight
Seth Pearsoll
Creative director of the Philadelphia Flower Show
Philadelphia Flower Show
Episode: How to 'REALLY' Use Coffee Grounds in the Garden
Bill Wong
Editor of Electronic Design Magazine
Electronic Design Magazine
Episode: Are You Making Compost? OR Are You Just Composting?
Jarema Osofsky
Author of Moon Garden: A Guide to Creating an Evening Oasis
Chronicle Books
Episode: After Holidays ’Holiday’ Plant Care PLUS Book Review with Jarema Osofsky Author of ’Moon Garden: A Guide to Creating an Evening Oasis’

Host

Mike McGrath
Host and expert on organic gardening, providing advice through an engaging and humorous format.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 464 ratings
  • Duckie podcast!

    I started listening to a few garden podcasts on my drive to work and while working in the green house. I have logged many episodes of You bet your garden. I have picked up so many useful tidbits from Mike along with some laugh out loud moments! He has quickly become my favorite podcaster the problem is waiting for a new episode! Lots of love to all make this podcast happen! 🌻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Too fat57
    United States2 years ago
  • Healing the ecosystem pod by pod

    A really in-depth garden podcast full of vast knowledge and research. Many entertaining callers and questions. I’m always inspired by the discussion and advice on how to care for helpful insects, worms, and creatures. There’s a lot of plant love here and it feels good to relax and listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bug🍀
    United States2 years ago
  • Insufferable!

    It’s too bad we can’t get the information contained in this show without his delivery. Although it’s solid advice, he just can’t seem to wait to prove all he knows, simultaneously insulting the callers…..and the listeners.

    …..and then there’s the fluff…..it sounds like someone has given an 8year old an acoustic guitar and aired the recordings to kill time. If they cut out the ‘music’, the show would be half the length. I understand you need segue music, but not two minutes of it at every bre... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Syd the kid3
    United States2 years ago
  • Nothing compares!!

    Nothing compares to this informative and funny pod, beaming with tons of anecdotes and useful advice. I’ve met Mike in person and he’s as nice as he sounds. Thanks for all you help us with, Mike!! You’re truly a gardeners gem.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Medicare4All2020
    United States2 years ago
  • Julia

    Felt bad for the Roman who was told she could only ask one question

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    keeptrying22
    United States3 years ago

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Feedback reflects a range of experiences, with some praising the practical advice and humor, while others express frustration over perceived condescension and the podcast's structure.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge offered and find the host entertaining, although there are mixed feelings about his delivery style.
Many listeners value the interactive nature of the show, enjoying the opportunity to have their gardening questions answered live.

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@YBYG Classic: The Four Part Question of the Week
Q: How can I prevent cats from making a mess out of my flower bed?
You can use chicken wire to keep cats out of your garden beds by pressing it into the soil.
@YBYG Classic: The Four Part Question of the Week
Q: What can we do for Nancy just on the other side of Blue Mountain?
Nancy is concerned about the safety of using commercial composted manures, especially regarding steroids that race horses and cows may have been given.
You Bet Your Garden 2023 Year in Review
Q: Is it possible to grow peach trees in Indiana?
Mike suggests considering flowering cherry trees, which are easier to grow and will provide beautiful blooms in spring instead of attempting more delicate peach trees.
You Bet Your Garden 2023 Year in Review
Q: How do I take care of my damaged shrubs after a hard winter?
Mike advises to wait for spring to assess the health of the plants and not to intervene until then. Patience is key.
Put Out The Welcome Mat For Stag Beetles
Q: Why are my beans not producing after flowering?
Your beans might not be pollinated. Ensure that there are bees in the area and consider hand pollinating with a paintbrush if necessary.

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Recent guests on You Bet Your Garden include:

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2. Julia Tomei
3. Jake Chalfin
4. Jesse Okozbek
5. Dr. Chadi Nabhan
6. Alan Bergo
7. Seth Pearsoll
8. Bill Wong

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