Harvest to Table Podcast (Stephen Albert)

Beets are a delicious spring and autumn crop—and they can be grown indoors year-round. Stephen offers tips on growing beets in containers and how you can store beets simply for later use.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Beets, Beets Growing Calendar, and Beets—Simple Cooking.

A garden calendar can make your garden year much easier. Record important dates early in the season – when you plant and when you expect to harvest; everything else will fall in place. 

Stephen gives you simple tips to set up your garden calendar and planting map. 

Listen and then print out this guide: Vegetable Garden Calendar and Map. Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest; get planting, days to maturity, and harvest notes. 

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

(01:54)  Tips for Keeping a Garden Calendar

(03:44) Vegetable Garden Map

(05:43)  Detailed Calendar Entries 

(07:23)  Pest and Disease Control

(10:17 )  Frost and Freeze Dates

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Collards are a Southern favorite that can be grown anywhere. Stephen gives you collards growing basics and a couple of his favorite ways to cook collards—“mess of greens.”

Find more collards growing tips at Harvesttotable.com. How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Collards and Five Ways to Cook and Serve Collards. 

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

What is “hardy” and which vegetables are hardy? Stephen explains this garden term and fills you in on which corps are hardy, half-hardy, and tender.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more at Vegetable Garden Plant Hardiness and USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.

Heirloom and Hybrid Tomatoes. Join Stephen and learn the differences between hybrid, open-pollinated, and heirloom plants, particularly tomatoes. Read about The Tomato Growers Answer Book at www.amazon.com/TomatoGrowers

This article will be helpful — How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Tomatoes. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and learn to keep growing and enjoy gardening!

Highlights:

(00:53) Understanding Tomato Classifications: Hybrid, Open Pollinated, and Heirlooms

(02:38) Hybrid Plants and Tomatoes

(04:11) Open-Pollinated Plants and Their Characteristics

(05:00) Facts about Heirloom Plants and Tomatoes

(08:07) What Is a Modern Heirloom?

(09:07) The Importance of Open-Pollinated and Heirloom Tomatoes

(10:29) Recommended Types of Tomato Plants 

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Are you serious about being a year-round veggie gardener? Well, you must know about plastic tunnels! Stephen gives you plastic tunnel construction and use instruction that will have you harvesting veggies through the winter.

For more tips: Plastic Tunnels for Growing Vegetables and Cloche to Protect Plants.

Get the Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide!

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

Asparagus plants can grow and be productive for as many as 20 years. Stephen gives you a year of season-by-season care tips to keep your asparagus patch producing.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics. 

Learn more at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Asparagus and Asparagus Growing and Care Calendar.

Mulch for the Vegetable Garden. Join Stephen Albert as he discusses the importance of mulch in vegetable gardening. Learn more about Mulch for the Vegetable Garden at Harvest to Table - How to Grow a Fall Vegetable Garden.

If you want to learn more about using mulch in the vegetable garden, I have a couple of posts about Mulching at Harvest to Table (Mulch). You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner. Tune in now!

Highlights:

(00:13) Mulch and Its Type

(02:42) Benefits of Mulch

(05:56) Mulching in Different Seasons

(07:37) Applying Mulch

(08:39) Recommended Organic Mulches

(11:40) Recommended Inorganic Mulches

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Chives and scallions are the mild-flavored members of the onion family which are easily grown in pots and containers indoors and out. Stephen gives you easy tips for growing these flavorful to both raw and cooked kitchen dishes.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Chives and How to Grow Scallions.

Strawberry Growing. Join Stephen and learn the different types of strawberries and their planting techniques. With the right approach, technique, and planning, you can grow and harvest delicious strawberries from your garden. Read about Strawberry Growing at www.Harvesttotable.com 

This article will be helpful — How to Plant and Grow Strawberries. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and learn the right type of strawberry to plant in your region!

Highlights:

(00:44) Best Climate to Plant Strawberry

(01:27) Different Types of Strawberry

(04:22) Strawberry’s Life Span

(05:32) Strawberry Varieties by Region

(07:37) Two Methods of Growing Strawberries

(09:32) Protecting Strawberries

(10:21) Strawberries Planting Technique

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Oranges can be grown indoors and out. Stephen helps you get started growing sweet and juicy oranges, mandarins, kumquats, and calamondins.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, Prune, and Harvest Citrus, Oranges for Backyard Gardens, and How to Make Orange Marmalade.

Learn about what it takes to grow one of the most finicky crops out there: celery. Stephen gives you celery growing basics and tips to bring your celery crop to harvest.

Find more celery growing tips at Harvesttotable.com. How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Celery and Celery Seed Starting Tips.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

NEW stands for Narrow beds, Equidistant spacing, and Wide beds. This planting method will give you a nearly 20 percent greater yield than planting in rows or square feet. Stephen explains the NEW method which can be used in any garden.

Learn about the NEW planting method in Stephen’s book The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide.

Cover Crop Basics. Join Stephen Albert as he delves into the world of cover crops. Learn more about Cover Crop Basics at Harvest to Table, and don’t miss out on the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass.

Explore the importance of cover crops, often interchangeably referred to as "COVID crops," "green manure," or "catch crops." Learn how they enrich soil, block weeds, and encourage beneficial insects and soil microbes. 

Learn how they enrich soil, block weeds, and encourage beneficial insects and soil microbes. Find out when to plant them and which crops are best suited for your home garden. Stephen also shares essential tips on planting and managing cover crops.

Find more expert advice in Stephen's book, "The Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planter," and “Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide”, available on Amazon.

Don't miss this informative episode that can help you enhance your garden's health and productivity. Keep growing!

Highlights:

(00:10) Understanding Cover Crops

(01:11) The Benefits of Cover Crops

(03:05) Types of Cover Crops

(04:51) Planting and Managing Cover Crops

(07:44) The Importance of Cover Crops

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Tomato Ripening Tips. Join Stephen Albert as he shares valuable insights on how to speed up the ripening of tomatoes at the end of the season, especially when frost is looming. Learn more about Tomato Ripening Tips at Harvest to Table - The Basics of Harvesting Tomatoes.

This article will be helpful — Tomato Grower’s Answer Book.  Discover practical tips to ensure you enjoy fully ripe tomatoes before the cold weather sets in.

Whether it's picking at the first sign of color, reducing water and fertilizer, or using reflective materials, Stephen provides a comprehensive guide to maximize your tomato harvest. 

Don't let those green tomatoes go to waste—learn how to ripen them effectively and savor the taste of homegrown tomatoes.

Highlights:

(01:21) Identifying Ripeness Beyond Red

(02:10) Daily Harvesting for Optimal Size

(03:01) Maintaining Plant Health

(03:52) Pruning and Leaf Management

(05:53) Water and Fertilizer Strategy

(07:52) Reflective Materials for Faster Ripening

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If you want a delicious vegetable that will add flavor and body to soups and stews, grow okra. Stephen gives you tips on how to grow this heat-loving tropical vegetable in containers.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

More okra growing tips at How to Grow Okra and Seven Ways to Cook Okra.

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Early winter is the best time to prepare for planting your spring vegetable garden.Learn how you can prepare your planting beds for spring planting.

Stephen gives you simple tips to prepare the soil for next season. Get garden prep and vegetable grow at Harvesttotable.com.

Read the Vegetable Garden Soil Guide and Organic Fertilizers and Soil Amendments. Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest. 

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

(02:13)   Soil Testing in Early Winter

(04:12)   Winter Mulching for Planting Beds

(06:52 )  Overwintering Container Plants

(09:36)   Composting Tips for Winter

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Harvest your pumpkins before the first frost and store them for pies at Thanksgiving and beyond. Stephen gives you pumpkin harvest, curing, and storing tips.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics. 

Learn more at How to Harvest and Store Pumpkins and How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Pumpkins.

Companion Planting. Join Stephen as we dive into this eco-friendly method of creating nutrient-rich fertilizer for your plants. Read more about Companion Planting at Harvest to Table.

This article will be helpful —Intensive Planting in the Vegetable Garden. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Join us as we discover the secrets behind creating a thriving ecosystem in your vegetable garden through the power of companion planting.

Highlights:

(00:25) What Is Companion Planting?

(01:28) Companion Planting To Repel and Attract Insects

(04:57) Benefits of Companion Planting in Your Garden  

(06:24) Companion Planting: Soil Health and Nutrient Distribution

(09:19) Companion Planting for Soil Nutrient Considerations

(10:03) Companion Planting and Intercropping 

(11:54) Choosing Companion Plants   

(13:00) Importance of Selecting Appropriate Companion Plants

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Succession plant means growing different crops in the same space one right after the other in the same season or planting the same crop in different parts of the garden in succession at different times. Stephen introduces you to succession cropping and offers a step-by-step introduction to a continuous harvest.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com Succession Planting Be An Expert, Planning Succession Crops, and Succession Planting and Winter Storage.

Potatoes are a natural for growing in containers. It’s as simple setting seed potatoes on a few inches of potting soil and covering them. Stephen gives you quick tips grow and harvest potatoes on your deck or balcony.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Potatoes, How to Grow Potatoes in Trenches, Mulch, or Containers, and Seven Ways to Cook Potatoes.

Hot and sweet peppers are summer garden essentials. Peppers are easy to grow in containers—just add soil, seeds, and water. Stephen gives you pepper growing basics and suggest a few varieties that you’ll want to include in your patio, balcony, or rooftop garden.

Learn more about growing peppers: How to Grow Peppers 

Get more growing tips at Harvestotable.com and Beginner’s Guide to Canning Peppers.

Wondering when exactly to harvest your summer vegetables? Stephen explains how you can tell when vegetables are the tastiest and ready to pick.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Get more summer harvest tips at Summer Vegetable Garden Harvest Tips and Vegetable Harvest Time: When to Pick.

Sweet summer berries bring flavorful delight to desserts and snacks. Stephen reveals how to tell when berries are ready to pick and gives you tips on how to make your berry harvest easy.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more about berries at Berry Harvest Quick Tips and How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Strawberries.

The Meyer lemon is a cross between a mandarin orange and a lemon. It is a delightfully sweet fruit for drinks and baking. Learn how to grow a Meyer lemon in a container on your balcony, rooftop, or patio. Stephen will get you growing with a few quick tips.

Get more growing tips at Harvestotable.com—Sweet Meyer Lemon: Kitchen Basics and Lemons for Backyard Gardens.

Kitchen Tomatoes. Join Stephen on a journey through the world of tomatoes as he shares his expert knowledge on how to choose the perfect tomatoes for your kitchen needs.  Read  about Tomato Growers Answer Book at www.amazon.com/TomatoGrowers

This article will be helpful — How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Tomatoes. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now, Learn more about tomatoes, and Discover the secrets behind selecting the best tomatoes for your kitchen.

Highlights:

(00:34) Choosing Tomatoes for Your Garden and Kitchen

(02:10) Choosing Tomatoes for Salads

(04:35) Best Tomatoes for Salsas and Relishes

(06:46) Tomatoes for Sandwiches and Hamburgers

(08:22) Tomato Varieties for Making Sauces

(09:38) Best Tomato Varieties for Sauces and Soups

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Kohlrabi is a tasty member of the cabbage that is easy to grow in containers. Stephen gives you growing tips and some easy ways to prepare kohlrabi for the table. Get more kohlrabi growing tips at How to Grow Kohlrabi, Kohlrabi Harvest, Ten Ways to Cook Kohlrabi.

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

When summer winds down and cool weather is approaching, you don’t have to leave tomatoes half-ripe on the vine. Stephen explains how you can get your tomatoes to ripen quickly ahead of the first frost.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more at Tomato Ripening and Frost Coming and How to Ripen Tomatoes on the Vine.

Second Spring Planting in Autumn. Join Stephen Albert and learn how to maximize your garden's yield by planting cool-weather vegetables in late summer and autumn. Learn more about Second Spring Planting in Autumn at Harvest to Table - Second Spring Planting in Autumn.

From choosing the right crops to frost protection strategies, Stephen shares valuable insights for extending your harvest season. Don't miss the tips on achieving a thriving winter garden. Plus, find more expert advice in Stephen's book, "The Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planter," available on Amazon.

Tune in and get ready to keep your garden growing all year round!

Highlights:

(01:11) Ideal Crops for Autumn Planting

(03:40) Cold-Hardy vs. Frost-Sensitive Crops

(07:06) Temperature-Dependent Growth

(08:29) Preparing for Winter Gardening

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Growing Root Crops in Containers. Join Stephen and learn his 7 tips on how to successfully grow root crops in containers on your balcony, patio, or even a window sill. With these simple steps, you'll be able to enjoy the delicious vegetables you grow right in the comfort of your own home.  Read about Grow Root Crops in Containers at www.Harvesttotable.com 

These articles will be helpful — Grow Root Crops in Container-7 Tips. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and Discover how you can grow your own delicious Root Crops and enjoy the fantastic way of fresh produce even in a limited space!

Highlights:

(00:12) Benefits of Growing Root Crops in Containers

(01:00) Tip 1:  Choose the Crop and Know the Time to Plant

(02:41) Tip 2: Choose Your Container

(05:17) Tip 3: Prepare the Soil

(07:16) Tip 4: Sowing the Seeds

(09:02) Tip 5: Water, Feed, and Care for Your Plants

(11:48) Tip 6: Harvest Time

(12:54) Tip 7:  Preparing the Roots in the Kitchen

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Learn about cauliflower growing and why Mark Twain called cauliflower “nothing but a cabbage with a college education.” Stephen brings you up to speed on how to plant and grow this delightfully tasty cool-season crop.

And learn more at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Cauliflower and How to Cook Cauliflower.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Here’s an overview of devices you can use to grow veggies any time of the year. In this episode, Stephen prepares you for growing crops even in cold winter regions.

Get the Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

For more tips: Extending the Season: how to get more time out of your garden and Predicting Frost in the Garden.

Transplanting Vegetables. Join Stephen as we take a closer look at transplanting vegetables, with a focus on tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants. Read more about Transplanting Vegetables at Harvest to Table.

This article will be helpful — How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Tomatoes. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now as we explore the ins and outs of this gardening technique and share tips for success. So,  grab your gardening gloves, and let's get started!

Highlights:

(00:59) When to transplant tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants?

(02:02) The Best Season to Plant Tomatoes, Peppers, and Eggplants

(03:58) Planting Tips for Young Seedlings

(07:51) Tips for Preparing Soil and Planting Tomatoes

(09:54) Planting Tips for Peat and Biodegradable Pots

(11:03) Tips for Planting Seedlings: Puddling and Feeding

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Epsom salt—also known as magnesium sulfate—is a soil additive that will do all kinds of good things for your tomato and pepper plants. Stephen explains when and how to add this natural, organic amendment to your garden.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more at Epsom Salt, Tomato and Pepper Growing and Improving Garden Soil with Organic Amendments.

Growing Swiss Chard in Containers. Learn how you can grow nutritious Swiss chard in pots, grow bags, and other containers. Stephen will give you simple, easy tips for how to grow Swiss chard in pots on a balcony, porch, patio, deck, or rooftop. Also included are Stephen’s favorite ways to prepare chard in the kitchen. Read about growing Swiss chard at www.Harvesttotable.com. 

These articles will be helpful for Swiss Chard Seed Starting Tips and How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Swiss Chard. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and Discover how you can grow your own delicious Swiss chard and enjoy it in your own unique way! 

Highlights:

(00:17) Benefits of Growing Swiss Chard in Containers

(02:31) Step 1: Choose Your Container

(04:02) Step 2: Fill Your Container with Potting Mix

(05:41) Step 3: Select a Chard Variety to Grow

(07:28) Step 4: Get The Chard Planted

(09:11) Step 5: Water and Fertilize Your Plants

(11:02) Step 6: Harvest Time

(11:50) Step 7: Swiss Chard In The Kitchen

(14:25) More Tips for Growing Swiss Chard

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Thyme is a decorative and commonly used culinary herb that can be grown indoors or out. Stephen gives you thyme growing tips, favorite varieties, and kitchen tips.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Thyme and Thyme: Kitchen Basics.

Think a vegetable garden is only for the summer—well, here’s how you can get ready to grow veggies and herbs in winter. Stephen gives you useful tips for growing in the cold time of the year.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

For more tips: How to Prepare a Winter Vegetable Garden and Planting the Autumn, Winter, and Spring Garden.

Basil is easy to grow in warm sunny conditions, and it is also easy to grow indoors. Basil is as aromatic in the kitchen as it is in the garden. Stephen shares tips for growing basil indoors and out and adds a few favorite basil recipes you can prepare in minutes.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Grow Basil and Sweet Basil: Kitchen Basics

Soil for Vegetables. Join Stephen on a journey through the world of vegetables as he shares his expert knowledge on how to choose the right soil for planting vegetables in your garden.  Read  more about Soil for Vegetables at Harvest to Table

This article will be helpful — Soil and Air Temperatures for Growing Vegetables, Vegetable Garden Soil Guide, Vegetable Garden Soil pH,  and Soil and Air Temperatures for Growing Vegetables. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now, and learn more about the right soil for your vegetables!

Highlights:

(00:32) Soil Requirements for Growing Summer Vegetables

(01:30) Tips for Growing Summer Vegetables
(02:31) Ideal Soil Temperature for Soil Germination

(05:28) Preparing a Planting Bed

(07:13) Improving a Sandy and Clay Soil
(10:10) The Right pH in a Soil for Planting Vegetables

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Pesky wildlife snacking on your vegetable garden crops? Stephen gives you tips on how to head off rabbits, deer, raccoons, and other animal pests before they nibble your crops to the ground.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more at Animal Pest Control and Organic Pest Control.

Frost can end your garden season if you’re not prepared. Stephen explains how you can predict a cool night is going to become frosty as well as how you can protect your crops.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more at Predicting Frost in the Garden and Vegetable Garden Season Extension.

Which crops can you grow in the cool time of the year, and which grow best in the warm time of the year? 

Which crops live in the garden for a long time, and which are short stayers in the garden? 

Which crops are best for beginning gardeners? 

Answers to these questions will help you plan your growing season. Stephen gives you simple tips to prepare for the growing season. 

You’ll want to check out these guides: Vegetable Garden Growing Season and Cool-Season Vegetable Varieties and Know Your Warm-Season Vegetables. Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest. 

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

(01:56 )Warm and Cool Season Crops

(04:08 ) Ideal Crops for Beginners

(06:09 )Short and Long Staying Crops

(09:54 ) Importance of knowing your crop timelines 

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Growing Brussels sprouts? Timing is important. Learn when and how to plant Brussels sprouts for a delicious harvest. Stephen gives you the tips you’ll need to grow these miniature cabbages.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Brussels Sprouts and Whole Brussels Sprouts: Steamed, Fried, and Roasted.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Snap beans—also called green beans—are easy to grow in containers. Learn about growing bush and pole beans on a patio, balcony, or rooftop. Stephen gives you tips that will produce a big snap bean harvest.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Snap Beans and How to Quick Cook and Serve Snap Beans

Storing Vegetables Join Stephen Albert as he shares valuable insights on storing your vegetable crops. Learn more about Storing Vegetables at Harvest to Table - Storing Vegetables.

Discover essential tips for keeping your vegetables garden-fresh, whether you have a backyard garden or buy from a local market. Learn about four effective methods for preserving vegetables and get a glimpse into Stephen's comprehensive book, "The Vegetable Garden Grower's Guide." 

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting, this episode provides essential knowledge for extending the life of your harvest. Tune in, and let's keep those veggies fresh!

Highlights:

(01:05) Proper Vegetable Harvesting

(02:13) Four Ways to Store Vegetables

(03:13) Cool and Dry Storage

(04:18) Cold and Moist Storage

(05:21) Freezing Vegetables

(06:25) Canning

(07:30) Drying Vegetables

Links:

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Horseradish is an herb often grown in vegetable gardens. Use horseradish raw or cooked. Stephen gives you planting and growing tips as well as kitchen prep tips including horseradish mayonnaise and horseradish butter.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Horseradish and Seven Ways to Prepare Horseradish.

The books:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Learn when and how to plant cabbages—early, midseason, and late season varieties. Cabbages are easy to grow, and Stephen gives you the tips you’ll need to get started. Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Cabbage and Choosing Cabbage Varieties to Grow.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Kale is one of the healthiest leafy crops—full of vitamins and minerals. Kale is one of Italy’s favorite winter vegetables. Stephen tells you about the two types of kale and gives you tips for planting and growing kale.

Get more kale growing tips at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Kale and Best Kale Varieties for Your Garden.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Following our two onion introductory episodes, it’s time to learn about how to plant and grow onions from seeds, seedlings, and sets. Stephen also gives you tips for watering, feeding, and caring for onions.

Get more onion growing tips at Harvesttotable.com Onion Seed Starting Tips and Planting Onions. 

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Season extension means growing outside of the growing season Mother Nature gave you. Stephen defines the growing season and season extension and explains how you can grow year-round.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

For more tips: Vegetable Garden Season Extension and Average Date of the Last Frost and Days in the Growing Season.

Carrots are a near perfect plant for containers. Stephen gives you carrot growing tips and the best varieties for container growing. Get more carrot growing tips at How to Grow Carrots, Carrot Seed Starting Tips, and  Carrots: Best Varieties to Grow.

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Permaculture in the Vegetable Garden. Join Stephen as we dive into this eco-friendly method of creating nutrient-rich fertilizer for your plants. Read more about Permaculture in the Vegetable Garden at Harvest to Table.

This article will be helpful — Intensive Planting in the Vegetable Garden. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Join us as we dive deep into the world of permaculture and discover how it can help us create gardens that are truly sustainable!

Highlights:

(00:17) Understanding Permaculture 

(02:53) Principles of Permaculture

(04:09) 1st Principle: Researching and Planning 

(05:46) 2nd Principle: Soil 

(07:58) 3rd Principle: Plant Selection

(10:27) 4th Principle: Composting

(12:11) Importance of Ongoing Maintenance 

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Frost can set your garden back, but if you have row covers you can keep growing for another few weeks even after the first freeze. Stephen gives you tips for purchasing and using row covers so that you can keep growing after the first frost.

Get the Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide!

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

For more tips: Row Covers Protect Plants from Chill and Floating Row Covers Plant Protection.

Spinach is a leafy garden mainstay that is easy to grow in spring and autumn. Stephen gives you spinach planting and growing tips. Mark your calendar for spinach season.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics. 

Learn more at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Spinach and When to Plant Spinach.

Season End Winter Garden Prep. Join Stephen Albert as he shares valuable tips for preparing your garden for winter growing. Learn more about Cover Crop Basics at Harvest to Table.

 From cleaning up your garden beds to planting for the winter, Stephen shares ten essential steps to ensure a successful winter garden. Whether in a milder winter region or planning for spring, this episode has you covered.

Find more expert advice in Stephen's book, "The Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planter," and “Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide”, available on Amazon.

 Don't miss out on these valuable insights to keep your garden thriving year-round. Tune in, get inspired, and keep growing!

Highlights:

(00:52) End-of-Season Cleanup

(01:44) Composting and Soil Preparation

(02:44) Dealing with Soil-Dwelling Pests

(03:33) Ten Tips for Winter Garden Preparation

(05:11)   Protecting Your Plants

(06:03)  Preparing for Spring

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Jerusalem artichoke—also known as sunchoke—is a stellar member of the sunflower family that produces flavorful tubers. Get tips on how to harvest sunchokes and, also, when to plant them for next season.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics. 

Learn more at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Jerusalem Artichoke and Four Ways to Cook Sunchokes.

Cover Crops. Join Stephen Albert as he shares the importance of cover crops for vegetable gardening. Learn more about Cover Crops at Harvest to Table.

This book will be helpful —Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and learn why  cover crops are easy to grow and essential for any vegetable garden's success!

Highlights:

(00:08) Cover Crops and their Benefits

(02:31 ) Selecting the Right Cover Crop

(05:03) Seasonal Cover Crops

(10:29) Implementing Cover Crops in Your Garden

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Succession Planting. Join Stephen Albert as he shares an exciting technique that can help you maximize growth in your garden: Succession Planting.  Learn more about Succession Planting at Harvest to Table.

This article will be helpful —Succession Planting — Be An Expert. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and learn how to take your vegetable gardening to the next level!

Highlights:

(00:40) How Succession Planting Works

(02:30) Planning for Succession Planting

(04:18) How Succession Planting Can Continuous Supply of Fresh Produce

(07:27) Importance of Succession Planting in Vegetable Gardening

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Eggplant is an easy-to-grow addition to your container vegetable garden. Stephen gives you growing tips and favorite varieties along with a few kitchen eggplant prep tips.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Eggplant, Easy to Grow Eggplant Varieties, and Seven Ways to Cook Eggplant.

Autumn Soil Care. Join Stephen Albert as he delves into the crucial subject of autumn soil care, emphasizing its significance in preparing for the upcoming growing season. Learn more about Autumn Soil Coil at Harvest to Table

He offers valuable insights into clearing the garden, improving soil quality, and suggests planting cover crops. Stephen's expertise shines as he discusses the advantages of autumn soil preparation, soil testing, and adjusting soil pH. Plus, find more expert advice in Stephen's book, "The Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planter," and “Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide”, available on Amazon.

Tune in for essential tips to enhance your garden's fertility and ensure a thriving harvest next year.

Highlights:

(00:10) Clearing Garden Debri

(00:58) Preparing for New Gardens

(01:53) Benefits of Autumn Soil Work

(03:41) Soil Testing and pH Adjustment

(05:28) Green Manure Cover Crops

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Planning your growing season? Learn when to sow seeds indoors and when to transplant seedlings into the garden. 

Use these tips to fill in your garden calendar and plan your spring and summer planting. Listen and then print out this guide: Vegetable Garden Calendar and Map. 

Also visit the Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest; our crop guides will give you planting dates for the growing season.

 You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

01:53 - The Average Date of Last Frost

04:03 - Suggested Crop Planting and Harvest Times

08:10 - Reference to Stephen Albert's Books

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Asian cabbages including bok choy, pak choi, napa, and michihli are mild-flavored cabbages that are great in stir fries and soups. Stephen brings you up to speed on how to plant and grow these vitamins filled leafy greens. And learn more at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Chinese Cabbage and Chinese Cabbage Kitchen Basics.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Peas start fast, bloom fast, and produce lots of food within 60 to 80 days. Stephen gives you tips to grow this mouth-watering vegetable in containers.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

More pea growing tips at How to Grow Peas, Peas Seed Starting Tips, How to Prepare Peas.

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Zucchini and summer squashes are prolific and easy to grow summer vegetables. Stephen gets you growing zucchini and summer squashes  and discusses favorite varieties.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Zucchini and Summer Squash and Eight Ways to Cook and Serve Zucchini and Summer Squash.

Microgreens are the ideal crop for tiny indoor spaces. They are tasty and easy to grow in small pots on a windowsill or sunny kitchen counter. Stephen has microgreen growing tips and suggestions for microgreens of different colors and flavors.

Get more growing tips at Harvestotable.com

Peas are one of the oldest vegetables grown by humans. There are peas for shelling and edible pod peas for eating whole. Stephen helps you enter the world of peas—which ones to grow and when to plant.

Get more pea growing tips at How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Peas and Peas Seed Starting Tips.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Leeks are the mild-flavored member of the onion family that that can be eaten raw or lightly cooked. Learn the basics of growing leeks including summer harvest and winter harvest leeks. Learn more about seed starting at Harvesttotable.com Seed Starting Supplies and Seed Planting Times.

You can keep growing with these book from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Gardening is a form of physical activity that helps the body and the mind, whether you're young or old. There are a lot of growing systems for gardening today. Yet, what is really the best growing system that would make gardening productive and enjoyable?

Welcome to another episode of Harvest Table Podcast; your host, Stephen Albert, talks about the NEW (Narrow planting beds, Equidistant spacing of plants across Wide rows) Growing System. This method allows for more efficient use of garden space and eliminates wasted space on either side of each plant. It also enables intercropping between larger crops and makes it easier to spot bugs or diseases quickly.

Tune in now and learn more about NEW!

Highlights:

(00:12) What Is the ‘NEW Growing System’?

(01:11) How Narrow Should Your Planting Bed Be?

(03:57) Why Should We Do Equidistant Planting?

(06:00) How Do Interplanting and Intercropping Work?

(07:43) Why Long Single Rows in the Garden Is Not Necessary?

(09:07) How ‘NEW’ Growing Method Makes Gardening Enjoyable?

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Links Mentioned:

Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

Books Mentioned:

Vegetable Garden Grower's Guide by Stephen Albert

Carrots of all shapes and colors are easy to grow in containers. Small round ones, long pointy ones, purple, red, yellow, white, and orange—you can grow all of these carrots in 1-to-5-gallon containers. Stephen gives you simple growing tips and a few ways to easily prepare tasty carrots.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Carrots and Grow Carrots Anytime of the Year in Five Steps.

Stephen introduces you to the world of onions--spring onions, green onions, bunching onions, pickling unions, and bulb onions. Also, learn about onion daylight requirements.

Get more onion growing tips at Harvesttotable.com How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Onions and Spring Onions, Green Onions, and Scallions. 

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Join us as we share a comprehensive guide to successful herb cultivation. The episode covers the simplicity of growing herbs from families like parsley, mint, and daisy. It delves into essential aspects such as soil preparation, proper watering techniques, and understanding the lifecycles of annual, biennial, and perennial herbs. 

You don’t wanna miss this episode as we reveal the remarkable partnership between herbs and vegetables, where herbs act as natural pest repellents. Whether you're a novice or an experienced gardener, the episode offers valuable insights into indoor herb cultivation, selecting containers, and optimizing soil conditions. 

Tune in to gain confidence in nurturing thriving herb gardens that enhance your culinary experiences.

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Highlights:

• (02:12) Mastering Soil Preparation: Deep digging, proper seed contact, and the benefits of grouped planting.

• (04:30) Understanding Herb Types: Exploring the different growth patterns of annuals, biennials, and perennials.

• (06:15) Smart Watering Techniques: Adapting watering strategies for different herb categories.

• (08:40) Herbs as Pest Protectors: Utilizing herbs' natural repellent properties to enhance companion planting with vegetables.

• (09:00) Sunlight and Herb Location: Optimal sun exposure for herbs, with recommendations for hot climates.

• (09:45) Moisture Needs: Grouping herbs based on moisture preferences for efficient watering.

• (10:15) Indoor Herb Growing: Exploring the possibilities and benefits of growing herbs indoors.

• (10:45) Container Selection: Choosing appropriate containers and emphasizing drainage importance.

• (11:00) Soil Considerations: Using quality potting soil or planter mix for optimal herb growth.

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When are peppers ready for harvest? Stephen reveals how color and size factor into the pepper harvest and gives you tips on the best ways to pick your peppers.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more about peppers at Pepper Harvest Tips and How to Harvest and Store Peppers.

Snap beans—green beans—are one of the most prolific vegetable garden crops. Stephen gives you tips for preparing bean planting beds as well as seed sowing tips.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – Snap Bean Seed Starting Tips and Corn, Beans, and Squash: The Three Sisters.

The books:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Melons Growing in Containers. Join Stephen and learn his 8 Steps on how to successfully grow Melons in containers. With a little bit of planning and care, growing melons in containers can be a rewarding and delicious experience. You can enjoy the fruits of your labor with fresh grown homegrown melons from the middle to the end of summer. Read about Melons Growing in Containers at www.Harvesttotable.com 

These articles will be helpful — Dwarf and Miniature Vegetables for Containers, How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Melons, How to Grow Winter Melons, Soil Potting Mediums for Containers, and How to Make Compost for Your Vegetable Garden. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and learn the delicious and a fun way to be in your garden through the growing season.

Highlights:

(00:39) Step #1: Select the Right Variety of Melon

(03:32) Step #2: Choose a  Right Location for Growing Melons

(04:35) Step #3: Select the Container

(06:12 ) Step #4: Choose a  Right Soil for Your Container

(07:41 ) Step #5: Add Fertilizer

(09:33) Step #6: Plant the seeds

(11:12) Step #7: Consistent Moisture

(12:27) Step #8: Be Meticulous in Harvesting

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Tomato Flavor. Join Stephen as we dive into the complex and nuanced world of tomato flavor. From tangy to sweet, we'll explore the different factors that contribute to the taste of this versatile fruit.  Read  about Tomato Growers Answer Book at www.amazon.com/TomatoGrowers

This article will be helpful — How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Tomatoes. You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now on this flavorful journey, and Discover the secrets behind one of the most beloved fruits in the culinary world.

Highlights:

(00:34) The Science Behind Tomato Flavor

(04:01) Characteristics of Tomato Flavor

(05:25) Tomato Varieties and Their Flavors

(07:58) The Impact of Tomato Texture on Flavor

(09:17) How to Grow Intensely Flavored Tomatoes

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Stephen gives you an overview of starting vegetable garden seeds. Seed starting is the least expensive way to get your garden growing; here’s what you need to know. Also get seed starting tips at Harvesttotable.com.

These articles will help: Seed Starting Basics and Starting Vegetable Seeds Indoors.

You can keep growing with these book from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Jerusalem artichokes are also known as sunchokes. Learn how to grow this artichoke-flavored member of the sunflower family in your garden. Stephen explains where, when, and how to plant this perennial in your vegetable or flower garden.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Jerusalem Artichoke and Sunchoke Planting Starting Tips.

The books:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Learn the basics of growing garlic including garlic’s early growing temperature requirements. Stephen gives you the garlic planting, growing, and harvest tips you need to succeed.

Get more garlic growing tips at Harvesttotable.com How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Garlic and Garlic Plant Starting Tips. 

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Crop rotation is the practice of growing a different crop rather than the same crop in the same place season-after-season. 

Crop rotation can renew your garden soil and give you crops the best soil and nutrients for a bountiful harvest. 

Stephen gives you crop rotation basics. Rotate crops for the best garden. 

Get more crop rotation Crop Rotation in the Small Vegetable Garden. Also, visit the Harvest to Table Index and type in the crop you want to grow and harvest. 

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

(02:03)Ways to Implement Crop Rotation 

(05:09)Specific Crops and Rotation Examples 

(08:48)Crop Rotation in Small Gardens 

(09:36)Interplanting and Soil Building 

(10:33) "The Vegetable Garden Growers Guide" and "The Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner."

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Does thumping a watermelon really tell you if its ripe? Stephen gives you the tell-tale signs to know when your watermelons are ready for picking and explains how to make them sweeter before you harvest.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer!

Learn more at How to Harvest and Store Watermelon and How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Watermelons.

Winter is not the end of this year’s herb growing and harvest time. Stephen fills you in on which herbs can be grown and harvested indoors through the winter.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics. 

Learn more at Grow Herbs Indoors in Winter and Herbs for Cool Season Growing.

How to Grow Salsa. Join Stephen and learn his tips for growing Salsa ingredients such as tomatoes, peppers, cilantro, basil, parsley, onion, and garlic. With these tips, you’ll be able to add fresh and flavorful ingredients to your meals.  Read about Salsa Growing at www.Harvesttotable.com 

These articles will be helpful — How to Grow Salsa.  You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now and learn how you can grow your own fresh and flavorful Salsa ingredients!

Highlights:

(00:33) How to Make Homemade Salsa?

(02:22) What Kind of Tomatoes and Pepper can you use for Salsa?

(04:48) Right Ways To Grow Tomatoes and Peppers in The Garden  

(07:30) Importance of Harvesting Your Crops Regularly

(08:05) Growing Cilantro, Basil, and Parsley for Salsa

(09:03) What is the Perfect Way To Grow Garlic and Onion?

(10:29) When is the right time to grow salsa ingredients?

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Creating your planting bed is the fundamental step in growing crops. It is the basic module of vegetable gardening. So how to know the best planting bed for your plant?

Welcome to another episode of Harvest Table Podcast; your host, Stephen Albert, shares about the narrow planting beds as part of the new vegetable gardening method.  He mentions the different kinds of gardening beds and how is it suited to different places and situations.

Tune in now and keep growing!

Highlights:

(00:50) What Is a Narrow Bed Means in NEW Method?

(03:59) What Does a Narrow Bed Look Like?

(04:11) How to Create a ‘Mounted Bed’?

(05:58) What Are the Key Materials in Making the ‘Raised Bed’?

(08:24) Why does ‘Ground Level Bed’ Requires the Least Amount of Preparation?

(10:04) Things to Remember in Making a Narrow Bed

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Links Mentioned:

Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

Books Mentioned:

Vegetable Garden Grower's Guide by Stephen Albert

The radish is not only the perfect crop for salads and snacking, it’s also the perfect crop for container growing and beginners. Stephen gives you quick tips for a quick harvest—as few as 22 days to bring these flavorful roots to your table.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Grow Radishes and Radish Root and Leafy Green Salad.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com—How to Grow Cucumbers, Best Cucumber Varieties to Grow, and How to Make Tasty Cucumber Soup.

Plant broccoli for autumn and winter harvest—and plant broccoli in late winter for spring harvest. Stephen gives you tips for growing broccoli any time of the year.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

For more tips: How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Broccoli and How to Prepare and Cook Broccoli.

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

How long is your growing season? Stephen takes you from the last frost in spring to the first frost in autumn and gives you tips to extend your growing season.

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics. 

Learn more Know Your Garden Growing Season and Average Date of the Last Frost and Days in the Growing Season.

Is space limited for a vegetable garden at your house? If so, wide-row gardening may be a practical solution for you.

In today's episode of the Harvest to Table podcast, Stephen Albert discussed wide rows, which is part of a series on the NEW (Narrow planting beds, Equidistant spacing of plants across Wide rows) Gardening Method. This method can double or triple your harvest and are more productive than traditional single plant rows as they use every square foot of a planting bed. 

Tune in now and learn more about NEW!

Highlights:

(00:45) What is a narrow planting bed?

(04:17) How Traditional rows are established?

(05:31) The Important Objective of Wide Row Planting

(07:01) What plants are suitable for planting in wide rows? 

(09:46) The best strategy for growing larger fruiting crops in a narrow bed

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Links Mentioned:

Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

Books Mentioned:

Vegetable Garden Grower's Guide by Stephen Albert

Cucumbers are an incredibly versatile vegetable and can be easily grown in containers at home – no matter how much space you have! Whether you have a balcony, patio, or even just the front steps to work with, container growing is an ideal way to cultivate an abundance of cucumbers. With the right container, soil, and seeds, you can have a delicious and plentiful harvest!

Welcome to the Harvest Table Podcast with your host Stephen Albert! In this episode, Stephen will be sharing his six essential tips for successfully growing cucumbers in containers. 

Tune in to find out how you can enjoy a bounty of fresh cucumbers from the comfort of your own home. 

Highlights:

(00:10) Growing Cucumbers in Containers

(00:56) Step 1: Choose the Type of Cucumber You Want to Grow

(03:31) Step 2: Choose the Right Container

(04:42) Step 3: Prepare the Soil

(05:50) Step 4: Plant the Seeds or the Seedlings

(08:01) Step 5: Water Feed and Care for the Plants

(09:31) Step 6: Harvest It Small and Tender

(10:55) More Tips for Cucumber Growing

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Did you plant broccoli, chard, lettuce, peas or other cool season crops in late summer? Your harvest will be ready soon. 

When should these crops come out of the garden? Stephen gives you winter harvest tips. Get these tips before the first hard freeze. 

Get harvest tips for all your crops at the Harvest Index at Harvesttotable.com. 

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

(00:35)  Understanding the No-Grow Period

(01:55)   Winter Harvest Crops 

(03:08)  Specifics for Winter Harvest

(05:59)  Protecting Winter Crops 

(06:58)  Optimal Harvesting Times 

 (08:11)  Snow-Resistant Crops

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Learn the basics of growing onions from seed, seedlings, and sets—Stephen helps you decide which to grow. And get tips on where and when to plant onions for the best harvest.

Get more onion growing tips at Harvesttotable.com Bulb Onion Growing: Daylight and Temperature and Growing Bulb Onions: Pick The Right Variety.

Keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table:

The Kitchen Garden Grower's Guide

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Masterclass:

Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide

Tomato Harvest Basics. Join Stephen Albert as he delves into the art of harvesting tomatoes. Learn more about Tomato Harvest Basics at Harvest to Table - The Basics of Harvesting Tomatoes.

This article will be helpful — Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. Discover how to determine when your tomatoes are perfectly ripe, the impact of temperature on ripening, and more. Stay tuned to the end for exciting insights on accelerating tomato ripening as the season winds down.

Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this episode is a must-listen for anyone with a passion for homegrown tomatoes.

Highlights:

(00:10) Mastering Tomato Harvesting Technique

(01:06) Varieties Beyond Red: Pink, Yellow, and More

(02:05) Counting Days to Tomato Maturity

(03:56) Temperature's Impact on Tomato Ripening

(05:03) The Intricate Journey of Tomato Ripening

(11:40) Recommended Inorganic Mulches

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Vegetables need water to grow quickly, tender, and tasty. Underwatering and overwatering are two common vegetable garden problems. Stephen gives you 10 tips to keep your plants watered just right.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com Vegetable Watering Tips, Watering Vegetables in Hot and Dry Weather, and Watering Vegetables: Critical Watering Times.

Planting seeds directly in the garden can sometimes be risky. 

When you start seeds indoors under optimal conditions you reduce risk. 

Stephen gives you simple indoor seed starting tips. 

Listen and then read this complete Seed Starting Guide. Also visit the Index and type in “Seed Starting” to find seed starting tips for 80 different vegetables and herbs. 

You can keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner, and Tomato Grower’s Answer Book. 

Highlights:

01:53 - Container Selection and Preparation

02:54 - Sowing Seeds and Providing Optimal Conditions

03:58 - Temperature and Light Requirements

04:53 - Watering Techniques

07:22 - Post-Transplant Care

08:23 - Timing and Ideal Plant Size

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Leeks are the mild-flavored member of the onion family that that can be eaten raw or lightly cooked. Learn the basics of growing leeks including summer harvest and winter harvest leeks.

Get more leeks growing tips at Harvesttotable.com How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Leeks and Growing Leeks Year-Round in Tubes.

You can keep growing with these book from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide, also Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide, and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Watering in Summer. Join Stephen as he discusses the importance of watering vegetables and plants and how water is essential for plant growth as it carries nutrients and minerals. He covers it in depth in his book Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide.

You can also keep growing with these books from Stephen Albert and Harvest to Table: Kitchen Garden Grower’s Guide and Vegetable Garden Almanac and Planner.

Tune in now, and learn more about specific watering recommendations for various vegetables at different stages of growth!

Highlights:

(00:28) The Importance of Water for Vegetables and Plants

(02:38) How Water Interacts with Plants

(03:41) Summer Watering for Young Plants

(07:16) Critical Watering Times for Different Vegetables 

(08:38) Watering Tips and Techniques

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Peppers are one of the hottest vegetables in the market. With their crisp, fresh flavor and beautiful ruby red or green color, they have become a staple at most dinner tables. Growing pepper plants in pots is a fun and easy way to grow your own peppers from seedlings that are ready to harvest in no time! 

Welcome to another Harvest Table Podcast episode with your host Stephen Albert! Join him as he shares his 7 top tips for planting peppers in pots. Peppers are an amazing warm-season crop and perfect for city dwellers who have limited outdoor space.

Tune in now and grow your own peppers successfully with these 7 tips!

Highlights:

(00:59)  Reason Why It’s Easy to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Peppers in Pots

(01:42) Tip #1: Select the Right Type of Pepper

(05:41) Tip #2: Select the Right Pot

(07:49) Tip #3: Start With Good-quality Potting Soil

(09:00) Tip #4: Start Your Peppers Indoors

(11:55) Tip #5: Avoid Flowering Pepper in Graden Center

(12:57) Tip #6: Water, Fertilize and Care For Your Peppers. 

(14:26) Tip #7: Harvest the Peppers at the Right Time

(16:42) More Resources on Growing Peppers

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Lettuce is the main ingredient used in salads. Learn about tasty lettuce varieties and how easy lettuce is to grow in pots outdoors and indoors. Stephen has quick tips for growing these healthy greens.

Get more growing tips at Harvestotable.com—How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Lettuce and Growing Lettuce in Containers.

The cold frame has been around for hundreds of years. It is a proven season-extender. Stephen guides you through the construction and use of a cold frame in your vegetable garden.

Get the Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide!

Don’t miss the Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass Limited-time offer! A course and book with 8 lessons and more than 170 topics.

For more tips: Making a Cold Frame and Best Cold Frame Site.

Asparagus is perennial that once planted in your garden will give you up to 20 years of tasty returns. Stephen gives you the basics for getting asparagus growing in your garden as well as how to maintain your asparagus bed in the years to come.

Get more growing tips at Harvesttotable.com – How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Asparagus and When to Plant Asparagus.

The Masterclass: The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Masterclass

My book: The Vegetable Garden Grower’s Guide

The Almanac: Vegetable Garden Almanac & Planner: A Seasonal Month-by-Month Gardener's Guide!