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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
Your Guide to Cedars: Best Picks for Mountain West Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener gives a guide to cedars. What are the best picks for mountain west gardens? What should you know to grow a…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Aspen: How Low will They Grow?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about aspen and how low they will grow. The mountain areas around the Prescott area…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Mountain Majesty: Top 7 Pine Trees for the Mountain West Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses the top 7 pine trees for the mountain west landscape. Which pine trees do best in our area? Is there…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Conscious Capitalism
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses conscious capitalism. Recently, the Prescott Frontier Rotary held the annual Grapes 4 Good event and…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Animal Proof Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about animal proof gardens. Wildlife in the Prescott area is just part of living in the mountains. So…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Guide to Better Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share a guide to better gardens. Learn all you need to know about gardening from these two gardening…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Are Tarantulas Good or Bad?
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener asks, are tarantulas good or bad? Those large hairy spiders can be intimidating and scary to see walking around…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Bring Outside Plants In for Winter
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center chat about how to bring outside plants in for the winter. Fall has set in and the temperatures are…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Flowers to Plant for Fall Blooms
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses the top 10 flowers to plant for fall blooms. Getting those beautiful fall blooms bring brilliant…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Growing Plants by Seed or Cuttings - Which is Better
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener answers if it is better to grow plants by seed or cutting. If you've ever wondered which approach is best for a…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Animal Proof Plants the Deer, Rabbits, and Javelina Leave Alone
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about animal proof plants that deer, rabbits, and javelina leave alone. Tired of having your plants…
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The Colors in Autumn Gardens
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott chat about the colors in autumn gardens. Those brilliant yellows, reds, and oranges are…
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Brightest Evergreens are Planted in Fall
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about the brightest evergreens that are planted in the fall. What evergreens should you be planting in…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Can Yucca and Agave Grow in a Container?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott ask, can yucca and agave grow in a container? These two plants bring visual interest to a…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
What to do with Azalea and Rhododendron in Fall
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses what to do with Azalea and rhododendron in the fall. As we head into cooler temps you may be…
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Autumn Landscaping is All About Decorating
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardner discusses Autumn landscaping and decorating. This time of year brings loads of colors to the garden. Container…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Fall To Do List for a Healthy Landscape
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about the fall to do list for a healthy landscape. Fall is officially here and it's important to take…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Purple Fall Flowers for Pretty Autumn Containers
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott talk about purple fall flowers for pretty Autumn containers. We see all kinds of vibrant…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Grape Harvest and Better Berries this Year
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses the grape harvest and better berries this year. It's time to start harvesting grapes! Did you get a…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Can You Plant a New Tree in Place of a Dead Pinon?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center answer whether you can plant a new tree in place of a dead piñon. If you have a tree die, it's best not…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why October Plant Food is the Most Important Feeding of the Year
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares why October plant food is the most important feeding of the year. What should you know about feeding…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Grapes for Good Garden Party Raises Money for School
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about the annual Grapes for Good Garden Party. This Sunday, Sept 29th is the annual Grapes 4 Good event…
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Creating a Home with Curb Appeal
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener talks about creating a home with curb appeal. It can be wonderful coming home to a welcoming and inviting entry…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Pretty Grasses & Why Fall is the Best Time to Plant Them
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center talk about pretty grasses & why fall is the best time to plant them. There are so many pretty grasses…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Fall Flowers for Winter Long Color
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses fall flowers for winter long color. The season changes are definitely underway and if you are looking…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Prepare Garden Beds for Fall Planting
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to prepare garden beds for fall planting. Should you be using fertilizer? Should you use a…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Autumn Irrigation Adjustment for Fall Plant Health
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses autumn irrigation adjustment for fall plant health. Ever wondered how you should be watering your…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Stunning Container Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about stunning container gardens. You can design a container garden for any outdoor area. From small to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Plants of Autumn and Why
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares the top 10 plants of autumn and why. Learn which plants Ken likes the best for fall and why those plants…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Most Beautiful Autumn Perennials in the Gardens
In this episode Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the most beautiful autumn perennials in the gardens. Which autumn perennials bring the most…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Trending Garden Products Better than the Rest
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about trending garden products that are better than the rest. We all see trending products on the market…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Ground Covers that Hold Hillsides
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center talk about the top 10 ground covers that hold hillsides. Hillside erosion from weather and irrigation…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Why Bees and Butterflies Receive All the Attention as Pollinators
In this episode, Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener discusses why bees and butterflies receive all the attention as pollinators. These two insects provide very…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Seasonal Changes found at a Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about the seasonal changes found at a garden center. Fall is coming on quickly and this is when you'll…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Wendi Lancy and Grapes 4 Good
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener is joined by Wendi Lancy, the chair for the Prescott Rotary's Grapes for Good event. This event is coming up on…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Ornamental Grass and the Showy Landscape
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center talk all about ornamental grass and the showy landscape. What are some great ornamental grasses and…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Turn Yellow Plants Green for Better Fall Color
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares how to turn yellow plants green for better fall color. Are your plants turning yellow prematurely? What…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Force Pampas to Show more Blooms
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center share how to force pampas to show more blooms. What are some steps you should take to get that pampas to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Best Flowers of the Year Are Planted in Autumn
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about the best flowers of the year. Did you know the best flowers are planted in the Autumn? Do you know…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Stopping Leaf Spot on Purple Leaf Plums
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares how to stop leaf spot on your purple leaf plums. Are you getting leaf spots on your plum trees? Listen…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Javelina Proof Your Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares how to javelina proof your garden. Those javelina can cause a lot of damage to your garden. So what can…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Brightest Perennial Flowers of Autumn
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the brightest perennial flowers of Autumn. Did you know that some of the brightest blooms will…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Brightest Flowers of the Year are in the Autumn Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about the brights flowers of fall. Did you know that some of the brightest flowers of the year live in an…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
When is Best to Plant Fall Vegetables?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott answer the question, when is best to plant fall vegetables? Having a great vegetable garden…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
H2-Whoa! A Guide to Quenching Your Garden's Summer Thirst
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener gives a guide to quenching your garden's summer thirst. Listen in to learn the best time to water your…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Preventing Green Tomato Worms in the Gardens
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses how to prevent green tomato worms in the gardens. Do you get little green tomato worms? How can you…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Gardening with Javelina and other Back Yard Animals
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener explores gardening with Javelina and other back yard animals. Do you have wild animals coming into your garden?…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Best Fall Plants for Autumn Long Flowers, Color, and Blooms
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center explore the best fall plants for Autumn long flowers, colors, and blooms. Some enjoy those beautiful…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Save Money at a Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares how to save money at a garden center. Did you know there are ways to feed that gardening habit without…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Is Arizona Cypress or Deodar Cedar a Better Privacy Screen?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center in Prescott explore whether an Arizona Cypress or Deodar Cedar make a better privacy screen. Learn the…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Late Summer Pruning for Winter Long Beauty
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener chats about late summer Pruning for winter-long beauty. What should you know about pruning toward the end of…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Dangers of Snail and Slug Bait for Birds and Dogs
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses the dangers of snail and slug bait for birds and dogs. Are you a pet owner or do you simply enjoy…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
4 Garden Blunders to Avoid at All Cost
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener talks about 4 garden blunders to avoid at all costs. Are you making these mistakes? What are they? Listen in to…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
The Biggest Perennial Flowers of Summer
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the biggest perennial flowers of summer. Summertime brings some brilliant blooms to the garden…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
A Baby Hummingbird's Favorite Food in the Garden
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares a baby hummingbirds favorite food in the garden. What do baby hummingbirds like best? What do they avoid…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Which is the Better Tree, Aspen or Birch?
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center ask which is the better tree, Aspen or Birch. What are the great traits of aspens and birch? What are…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
How to Turn Cedar, Spruce, and Cypress Arizona Blue in Color
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener shares how to turn cedar, spruce, and cypress blue. Do you have trees that were a nice blue that are now more…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Garden Innovator of the Year goes to Watters Garden Center
In this episode, Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener is excited to announce that Watters Garden Center was recognized as Garden Innovator of the Year. Watters…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Top 10 Big Flowers for the Gardens
In this episode Ken Lain The Mountain Gardener discusses the top 10 big flowers for gardens. Large blooms are beautiful to have as part of your garden. What…
- Mountain Gardener with Ken Lain
Pretty Blooming Trees Best Planted in Summer
In this episode, Ken and Lisa of Watters Garden Center discuss the pretty blooming trees best planted in summer. Do you love a tree that has beautiful blooms…