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Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Gardening season is year-round with Watters Garden Center's Ken Lain. The Mountain Gardener shares his secrets on how to have the most beautiful, blooming Prescott landscape.
Episodes
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Winterize Outdoor Fountains & Ponds
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, explains how to winterize outdoor fountains & ponds. Cold weather can quietly take a toll on outdoor features…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Using Wildflowers to Revegetate Construction Sites
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about using wildflowers to revegetate construction sites. Learn about common…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Use Autumn Leaves in Your Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how to use autumn leaves in your garden. As the seasons shift, a familiar autumn chore becomes the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Spruce Tree Secrets for Small and Tall Trees
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares spruce tree secrets for small and tall trees. Significant upgrades and everyday maintenance reveal the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Evergreen Planting Tips for Winter Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, explains evergreen planting tips for winter gardens. From soil preparation and hydration techniques to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Garden Trivia & Christmas Cactus History
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share garden trivia & Christmas cactus history. Discover surprising facts, care tips…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Truth Behind Plant Spikes
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the truth behind plant spikes. Late fall and early winter can make or break your garden, but are you…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Winter Gardening Tips for Mountain Climates
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss winter gardening tips for mountain climates. They'll explain common challenges…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How USDA Zones Can Transform Your Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how USDA zones can transform your garden. Dive into the unique challenges and opportunities of…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Better Winter Plant Choices with Direct Farm Shipping
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about better winter plant choices with direct farm shipping. Dive into how clever digital tools are…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Evergreens for a Stunning Holiday Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the top 10 evergreens for a stunning holiday landscape. Discover surprising tips about holiday trees…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why We Use Poinsettias to Celebrate the Holidays
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share why we use poinsettias to celebrate the holidays. Explore the surprising origins…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
When to Plant Poinsettias and Christmas Cactus Outdoors
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares when to plant poinsettias and Christmas cactus outdoors. Learn why some store-bought beauties fail…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Grow a Better Holiday Poinsettia
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott explain how to grow a better holiday poinsettia. Learn surprising tips for keeping…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Preparing Gardens with Ponds for Winter
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about preparing gardens with ponds for winter. From tackling one surprisingly stubborn pest to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Story of Holiday Gift Cards at Watters Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the story of holiday gift cards at Watters Garden Center. Learn how the team built a sophisticated…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Deck the Halls with Holiday Plant History
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, helps you deck the halls with holiday plant history. Explore tales that stretch across cultures, continents…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Year-End Garden Tasks for a Better Yard
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share the top 10 year-end garden tasks for a better yard. From refreshing an outdated…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
A True Story of Why Customer Service Failed at Verizon
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares a true story of why customer service failed at Verizon. He explains why his own business takes a very…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Most Popular Holiday Tree and How to Plant It
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the most popular holiday tree and how to plant it. From unexpected tree…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why This Cool Season Is Prime Time for Planting Evergreens
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares why this cool season is prime time for planting evergreens. Is the secret to next year’s best garden…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
A Favorite Part of Digital Gardening
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares a favorite part of digital gardening. Explore the excitement of continual improvement, from embracing…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Holiday-Decorated Evergreens You Can Plant in Winter
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about holiday-decorated evergreens you can plant in winter. Discover how certain hardy varieties can be…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
When and How to Repot Your Houseplants
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about when and how to repot your houseplants. Explore the key signs that your…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Your Vegetable Plants Turn Black in Autumn
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, discusses why your vegetable plants turn black in autumn. Learn how to recognize the key signs that…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Best Time to Prune Blooming Shrubs in Your Landscape
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott share the best time to prune blooming shrubs in your landscape. Learn which beloved…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Pine Trees Drop Brown Needles in Autumn
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, explains why pine trees drop brown needles in autumn. Explore what this shift really means for your…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Irrigate Plants Through Winter
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares how to irrigate plants through winter. Discover why keeping your plants watered, even during dormancy…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Deer & Rabbit Proof Plants and Repellents
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares the top 10 deer & rabbit proof plants and repellents. Learn which plants are more resistant and the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Trees That Stay Stunning in Winter
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss trees that stay stunning in winter. They'll share which varieties stand out for…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
When To Prune These Top 10 Shrubs
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, provides information on when to prune these top 10 shrubs. He discusses which popular shrubs in…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Plant Evergreen Vanderwolf Pines in Poor Soils
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss how to plant evergreen vanderwolf pines in poor soils. They'll tackle listener…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What Do Yellow Leaves Mean in Autumn?
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, answers the question: what do yellow leaves mean in autumn? Delve into the secrets behind why some plants…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Fall Is the Best for Planting Evergreen Privacy Hedges
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, shares why fall is the best for planting evergreen privacy hedges. Discover how selecting the right…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
A Guide to Growing Vegetables Year-Round
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, provides a guide to growing vegetables year-round. Ken will explain which crops thrive in summer versus…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
New Shrubs That Look Better in Winter
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss new shrubs that look better in winter. Dive into how evergreen shrubs can keep…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Newest Poinsettia Colors You Will Find This Year
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener shares the newest poinsettia colors you will find this year. From unexpected colors to unique patterns, these…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How Close to Plant Trees for a Fast Privacy Screen
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott explain how close to plant trees for a fast privacy screen. Lisa shares updates on fall…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How Much to Water During Frost Through Winter
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, discusses how much to water during frost through winter. Learn why watering after frost is crucial for plant…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
A Plant Killer's Guide to Success
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, provides a plant killer's guide to success. Gardening mistakes aren’t failures; they’re part of the learning…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Fall Colored Trees for Autumn Planting
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about the top 10 fall colored trees for autumn planting. You'll learn how to choose the best…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Brighter Plants That Hold Their Foliage and Stay Green
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the brighter plants that hold their foliage and stay green. They'll also talk…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Keep Winter Weeds Out of Rock Lawns
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about how to keep winter weeds out of rock lawns. He also mentions how fall is the perfect time to give…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Keep Blue Spruce Silvery Blue
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss how to keep blue spruce silvery blue. You'll discover tips for maintaining the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Spiritual Meaning of Houseplants
In this episode, Ken Lain, the Mountain Gardener, talks about the spiritual meaning of houseplants. Explore the spiritual meanings of houseplants like Chinese…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Birds and the Top 10 Feeding Mistakes
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about birds and the top 10 feeding mistakes. Get advice on maintaining bird feeders…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
10 Evergreens to Enhance Your Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about 10 evergreens to enhance your landscape. Explore a variety of evergreens and shrubs…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Trees That Look Good All Winter Long
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott will discuss trees that look good all winter long. Find out their top picks for pines…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Best Cedars for Mountain West Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about the best cedars for mountain west gardens. Discover which types might be right for…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How Low an Elevation Can Aspens Tolerate?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss how low an elevation can aspens tolerate. They will also talk about managing…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 7 Pine Trees for the Mountain West Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about the top 7 pine trees for the mountain west landscape. He will tell you what to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Bird Feeder Mistakes
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about common bird feeder mistakes. Learn how to support hummingbirds and other migrating…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Insider Secrets to Planting Majestic Spring Bulbs
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott gives insider secrets to planting majestic spring bulbs. You'll learn why fall is the only time…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Your Guide to a Healthier, Happier Garden
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott give you your guide to a healthier, happier garden. From using up extra tomatoes and…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Autumn Fertilization is Best for Spring Plants
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talks about why autumn fertilization is best for spring plants. He shares why organic granular…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Bringing Outdoor Plants Indoors for Winter
In this episode, Ken and Lisa Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss bringing outdoor plants indoors for winter. Additionally, learn about…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Roses Look Good Through Autumn
In this episode, Ken Lain of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discusses why roses look good through autumn. He covers timing around first frost, planting tips…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Growing Plants by Seed or Cuttings - Which is Better
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares whether it is better to grow plants by seed or by cutting. Learn the critical difference between…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Animal Proof Plants the Deer, Rabbits, and Javelina Leave Alone
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares animal-proof plants that deer, rabbits, and javelina will leave alone. An animal-resistant landscape…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Colors in the Autumn Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott discuss the best colors in the autumn gardens. Fall is one of the most colorful seasons in…