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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
What are Black Bumblebees Doing on My Hibiscus?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, describes an encounter with a black bumblebee while setting up a garden display featuring hibiscus plants on…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Grow Better Berries in the Landscape
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to grow better berries in the landscape. Ample sunlight and proper planting techniques are…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What Does Pinching My Flowers Mean?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares what it means to pinch flowers. He delves into the importance of "pinching" or "deadheading" flowers…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Healing Drought-Stressed Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, chats about healing drought-stressed gardens. When plants are severely impacted by unfavorable weather…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Fast-Growing Plants for Thick Privacy Screens in the Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, discusses fast-growing plants for thick privacy screens in the landscape. Living walls in landscapes bring…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Best Summer Flowers for Perennial Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center, share the best summer flowers for Perennial Gardens. Check out the great blooms including Shasta…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Keep Tiny Black Ants Out of Your Kitchen and Home
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, shares how to keep tiny black ants out of your kitchen and home. We've entered monsoon season and with the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top Shade Trees for the Verde Valley
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center cover the top shade trees for the Verde Valley. Summertime is here and the weather is hot but having…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Organically Control Snails, Slugs, and Ants the Easy Way
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener, shares how to organically control snails, slugs, and ants the easy way. From starting with healthy plants to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Garden Classes and Events at Watters Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses upcoming events and educational opportunities offered at the Garden Center. He talks about upcoming…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Civano's Nursery Owner Joins the Conversation
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, interviews Chris Shipley, owner of Civano's Nursery, one of the largest growing operations in the Southwest…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Planting Summer Herbs in the Garden
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss planting summer herbs in the garden. The hot summer is a great time to plant herbs like basil…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Common Issues in Vegetable Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, describes common issues encountered in vegetable gardens. Learn how to handle a lack of fruit set in plants…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Are Aphids Attacking My Plant?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center answer how to tell if aphids are attacking a plant. Learn how to identify and defeat aphids, what signs…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Simple Steps to Heal Your Sick Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares simple steps to heal your sick garden. He covers why a plant might be showing signs of stress and what…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Sip & Shop Invite: July 24!
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, sends out a Sip and Shop Invite for July 24th! This event promises sangria, exotic plants like pitcher plants…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Plants that Grow with Less Effort
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about plants that grow with less effort. Low-maintenance plants are great solutions for areas with…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Best Sedums of Summer
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share the best sedums of summer. There are various perennials and succulents that are ideal for summer…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Secret to Forcing Plants to Bloom Again
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares the secret to forcing plants to bloom again. As the season progresses, your plant's blooms with start…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Arborist Guide to Healing Really Big Trees
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott give an arborist guide to healing really big trees. Aphid infestations can be especially…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Plants Need Summer Food to Thrive
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares why plants need summer food to thrive. During Northern Arizona's harsh summer conditions…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What Caused My Flowers to Stop Blooming and Disappear?
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares what might cause your flowers to stop blooming. Learn about common garden pests that can affect your…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Lush Lavender Secrets to Keep Them Blooming All Season
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares lush lavender secrets to keep them blooming all season long. Check out the beautiful lavender…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Rabbit-Proof Plants Perfect for Every Garden
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share rabbit-proof plants that are perfect for every garden. Lisa has a long history with Watters Garden…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Organic Plant Foods for Healthier Plants in the Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses organic plant foods for healthier plants in the garden. Learn the importance of fertilizing plants…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Are Single or Multi Trunk Aspen Better?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center ask if single-trunk or multi-trunk aspen is better. Planting aspen in the area is a great tree choice…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Fantastic Five Lavender for a Fabulous Fragrant Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses lavender as an ideal plant for Northern Arizona landscapes. He introduces five main types of…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Learn from the Experts at Watters Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, highlights the expertise available at Watters Garden Center. He particularly emphasizes a free garden class…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Selecting and Growing Fast-Growing Vines
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, gives practical advice on selecting and growing fast-growing vines. He emphasizes popular choices like Hall's…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Summer Flowers that Bloom in the Hot Sun
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss summer flowers that bloom in the hot sun. The central highlands of Arizona are characterized by…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What to do When Trees Don't Leaf Out
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses what to do if your trees didn't leaf out. This winter's unusually warm and dry conditions have led…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What You Should Know About Watering in the Summer
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott cover what you should know about watering in the summer. They also focus on proper watering…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Summer Landscapes and Healthy Plants
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses summer landscapes and healthy plants. Hear about the transitions into summer, highlighting the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Garden Alert: Pests and Plant Challenges
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, brings a garden alert highlighting the various insects that are causing significant damage to gardens. Do…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Trees for Fast Shade in the Backyard
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares the top 10 trees for fast shade in the backyard. Midsummer is an ideal time to plant shade trees…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Shrubs for Summer Sizzling Fragrance
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the top 10 shrubs for summer sizzling fragrance. They highlight shrubs that are ideal for the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Growing Better Beans & Peas in the Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about growing better beans & peas in the garden. Learn how to maximize your crop yields in small spaces…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Screening Plants for Windy Locations
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the top 10 screening plants for windy locations. Check out the tall, robust plants, such as Red…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Vines that Cover Fast
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares the top 10 vines that cover fast. Learn about fast-growing vines that thrive in the local climate…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Best Garden Club in Arizona
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares the benefits of garden clubs and highlights two specific clubs: Alta Vista Garden Club and Watters…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why June is Perennial Month for the Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares why June is perennial month for the garden. These long-lasting plants just explode into bloom in June…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Summer Perennials that Love Blooming in Summer
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss summer perennials that love blooming in summer. There are fantastic perennial plants that offer…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Flower Power Plant Food Promotes Really BIG Flowers
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares how Flower Power Plant Food promotes really big flowers. Flower Power is a great water-soluble…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Perennial Groundcovers for Hillsides
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center chat about the top 10 perennial groundcovers for hillsides. From hardy Mexican evening primrose to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Prevent Soil Sunburn while Promoting more Tomatoes and Peppers
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares how to prevent soil sunburn while promoting more tomatoes and peppers. Ken offers essential advice for…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Alta Vista Garden Club Tour
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about the Alta Vista Garden Club Tour in Prescott, Arizona. He highlights the opportunity to see unique…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Monrovia Growers' Jim Rupe Interview on Pollinator Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Garden, interviews Jim Rupe of Monrovia Growers on pollinator gardens. Attracting and supporting pollinators like bees…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Summer Flowers that Bloom in the Brutal Sun
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss summer flowers that bloom in the brutal sun. Temperatures have begun warming up, learn which…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Care for Garden Topiary Structures
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, explores how to care for garden topiary structures. Did you know that maintaining garden topiaries is…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Fast-Growing Shade Trees as a Father's Day Gift
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the fast-growing shade trees as a Father's Day gift. In this segment, Lisa and Ken answer…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Plants that Attract More Butterflies into Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shared the top 10 plants that attract more butterflies into gardens. He also discusses the ideal planting…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Growing Hardy Gardenia for Garden Fragrance
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses growing hardy gardenia for garden fragrance. Listen in to learn how best to care for your gardenia…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Bright Blooming Shrubs in the Summer Garden this Year
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, discusses the bright blooming shrubs for your summer garden. There are some amazing bright blooming shrubs…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Cactus & Desert Agave for Mountain Gardens
Ken and Lisa Lain talk today about the Top 10 Cactus & Desert Agave varieties that thrive in our mountain gardens. Many cactus and agave blooms also draw…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How Much Water Does a New Container Garden Need to be Healthy?
Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, takes a look at container gardens and shares how much they should be watered. Listen in to learn how much you should water…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Garden Q & A With Ken & Lisa Lain: Watering Wisdom and More!
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center answer your gardening questions with a focus on watering – our soil in the Central Highlands is varied…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Grow Crape Myrtle for a Brighter Summer
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, shares how to grow crape myrtle for a brighter summer. Listen in to learn how to best grow crape myrtle. Do…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What's Pretty for This Weekend's Gardening
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, chats about what's pretty for this weekend's gardening. Learn about three lovely plants that will bring…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Bill Jones Hi-Yield Turf Ranger Interview
In this episode, Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener, interviews Bill Jones, a representative for Fertilome/Hi-Yield, a company formed as a co-op by independent…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Fragrant Flowers that Attract Hummingbirds and Butterflies
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the best fragrant flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Listen in as they highlight…