Grow a Garden in the Desert with Martha Retallick | The Beet
Episode Description:
In this episode of The Beet Podcast, Jacques sits down with Martha Retallick to discuss all things water harvesting. From catching rain to shaping your landscape so every drop goes to your crops (not the storm drain), they dig into practical, creative ways to make the most of precious rainfall. Tune in to learn how to harvest water and grow a thriving garden, even in the heart of the desert.
Connect with Martha Retallick:
Based in Tucson, Arizona – where only 12 inches of rain fall each year – Martha Retallick has turned desert living into an art form. She’s transformed her home into a water-efficient urban oasis filled with shady ironwoods, colorful native blooms, and homegrown produce. Blending beauty with sustainability, Martha inspires others to create harmony between nature and the built environment. She shares her expertise in her books Water Harvesting 101, and City Nature.
Find more from Martha Retallick on her website: https://westernskycommunications.com/
Find more from Martha Retallick at her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/water-harvesting-101/id1807174215
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Grow Super Hot Peppers with Jason Tate | The Beet
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On this episode of The Beet, we turn up the heat with pepper pro Jason Tate of Bohica Pepper Hut. Jason walks us through everything you need to know about growing peppers – from seed starting, soil prep, and care tips, to tackling common pepper problems. Jason shares his go-to methods for harvesting, overwintering, and even growing peppers indoors, plus his expert advice on handling superhots safely.
Connect with Jason Tate:
Jason Tate is the owner, founder, and farmer behind Bohica Pepper Hut. About six years ago, he started growing his first super-hot pepper plants, and his passion for peppers has only grown since. Today, Jason cultivates more than 250 varieties across his garden and property. In the fall of 2016, he launched “The Bohica Hut”, offering a wide range of pepper seeds, fresh and dried pods, and hot sauces to customers all across the U.S.
Find more from Jason at his website: https://bohicapepperhut.com/
Find more from Jason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bohicapepperhut/
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Grow Epic Tomatoes with Craig LeHoullier | The Beet
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In this episode of the Beet Podcast, we’re joined by Craig LeHoullier, for a deep dive into all things tomato. Craig shares his tips for growing epic tomatoes and how straw bales and containers can transform your tomato garden. We explore the groundbreaking Dwarf Tomato Breeding Project and how tomato color can actually hint at flavor. This juicy conversation is packed with wisdom from the Godfather of Tomato Growing.
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Craig LeHoullier, also known as the NC Tomatoman, is the breeder who named Cherokee Purple and authored Epic Tomatoes and Growing Vegetables in Straw Bales. He’s co-led the Dwarf Tomato Breeding Project and replaced his driveway with a thriving garden. With a vast collection of heirloom tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants, Craig has spent decades championing the colorful world of homegrown veggies.
Find more from Craig LeHoullier on his website: https://www.craiglehoullier.com/
Find more from Craig LeHoullier at the Dwarf Tomato Project: https://www.craiglehoullier.com/dwarf-tomato-breeding-project/
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Design Resilient Gardens with Wendy Proud | The Beet
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In this episode, Jacques sits down with horticulturist Wendy Proud to explore the beauty and resilience of arid climate plants. As a rep for Mountain States Wholesale Nursery, Wendy shares her deep knowledge of landscaping and plants' vital role in sustainable design. They dive into the challenges and rewards of her career in horticulture and her new educational initiative, the Kinship League.
Connect with Wendy Proud:
Wendy Proud is a dedicated horticulturist and advocate for resilient plants in Southwestern landscapes. As the California rep for Mountain States Wholesale Nursery and founder of the Kinship League, she works closely with landscape professionals to promote the beauty, resilience, and sustainability of arid-region plants. With a strong background in wholesale nursery growing and a passion for education, Wendy is committed to inspiring others to see the value and versatility of desert-friendly landscapes.
Find more from Wendy Proud at the Kinship League Website: https://kinshipleague.com/
Find more from Wendy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kinshipleague/
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Growing Fruit For Your Climate with David Scanlon | The Beet
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In this episode of The Beet Podcast, we talk with Central Florida grower and plant seller David Scanlon, founder of Practical Plants. David shares his journey to establishing his food forest and nursery, and how he grows resilient and adapted crops, focusing on local food sovereignty and self-sufficiency.
Connect with David Scanlon:
David Scanlon is a grower and plant seller based in Central Florida. He started Practical Plants to support home gardeners in growing their own food and becoming more self-sufficient. His work promotes local food sovereignty and builds resilient communities by preserving and sharing plant varieties that are well-adapted to the region’s unique climate and challenges.
Find more from David on his website: https://practicalplantsfl.com/products/schedule-a-site-visit-consultation
Find more from David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practical_plantsfl/
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The Beet started its existence as the Epic Gardening Podcast but has grown into a one-stop shop for plant lovers. Each week, we explore topics ranging from beginner gardening tips to in-depth discussions with industry and science experts. Here, we’ll open up new gardening horizons, inspire you to greater heights, share new and exciting discoveries in agriculture, and fill your mind with freshly harvested information you can apply to your own gardening journey.
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