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Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa
Stop Guessing. Start Growing. Welcome to the Ultimate Garden Blueprint.
Body Copy: Most big-box store advice will get your plants killed. The intense sun, the heavy wind, and the local wildlife require a completely different set of rules.
I'm Ken Lain, "Top 10 Gardener," and every week, I share the exact "un-killable" strategies we use to cheat the heat and build vibrant, blooming sanctuaries in USDA Zones 5–8.
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Episodes
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌱8 Stunning Plants for the Native Landscape
Learn about naturally growing plants native to Arizona’s Central Highlands. Ken Lain shares his eight favorites, in bloom right now at Watters Garden Center…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 16 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!
Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! This week, we're exploring fantastic plant choices for our Arizona landscapes…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌵The Definition of a Native Landscape
Okay, folks, let's talk natives! Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener here, and I know many of you are curious about creating a truly Arizona landscape. So, what…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎥An Interview with Jim Rupe from Monrovia Nursery
Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here! This week on the Mountain Gardener, I’m chatting with Jim Rupe of Monrovia Nursery, a real giant in the plant-growing world!…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🪴The Best Lavenders for Fragrance and Beauty
Ken and Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! Okay, let's talk fragrant lavenders, friends! To guide you to olfactory bliss in your own backyard. We've got a…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌳Native Desert Willow and the Best Variety for Your Yard
Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here! Looking for a tough, beautiful native that hummingbirds adore? Let's talk Desert Willows! These beauties thrive from Prescott to…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌼Best Gardenias for Mountain Gardens
And we are back with Lisa Watters Lain. Many folks are surprised to learn we can grow fragrant gardenias right here. The secret is choosing hardy varieties! We…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌿Top 10 Native Plants to Grow in Arizona
Hey Arizona gardeners, Ken Lain here! With our beautiful weather, it's prime time to plant natives that thrive here. Arizona Cypress is a fantastic evergreen…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 15 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!
Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! This week, we're tackling a range of spring gardening essentials. We'll explore…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌹When can Roses be Planted in Spring
Hey rose lovers, Ken Lain here! Spring is in the air, and that means it's rose planting season! You'll find a wide variety of roses at the garden center now…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎥Interview with Jim Rupe from Monrovia Nursery
Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here! This week on the Mountain Gardener, we welcome Jim Rupe from Monrovia Growers, a true plant expert! Jim shares his journey in the…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌱 5 Reasons to Update Your Landscape
Ken and Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! Just like our homes, our landscapes need a refresh now and then. Here are five reasons to consider updating…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🍅Insider Secrets to Big Juicy Tomatoes
Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here! Want sweet, juicy tomatoes and flavorful herbs? It starts with the soil. While manure is good, it's not enough. Remember N-P-K…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌳Why Evergreen Oaks Turn Yellow in Spring
And we are back with Lisa Watters Lain. Spring is here, and it's time to give your trees some TLC. This is the ideal window to plant new trees, especially your…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🥕Growing Better Veggies and Herbs this Year
Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here! Spring is bursting forth, and it's time to get those hands in the soil. Here in the mountains, that means turning your attention…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 14 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!
Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! This week, we explore a range of gardening topics, offering insider tips for…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🪻Hydrangea Hugs as a Mother’s Day I Love You Plant for Gardeners
Hey gardening friends, Ken Lain here! This Mother's Day, give a gift that keeps on giving – a beautiful, blooming hydrangea. These aren't just flowers; they're…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa👨🌾John Murphy Rocks the Gardens and Prescott Food Forest
Join me, Ken Lain, as we welcome John Murphy, a gardening force of nature, to Watters Garden Center! John's passion for plants is contagious, and his knowledge…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌻Top 10 Bloomers in the Spring Gardens
Ken and Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! Spring has officially sprung, and the garden center is exploding with color and fragrance. It's a feast for the…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🪻How to Grow Hydrangeas in Mountain Landscapes
🪻How to Grow Hydrangeas in Mountain Landscapes Ken Lain Here, The Mountain Gardener! You know, folks often ask if hydrangeas can thrive here in our Arizona…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🐞How to Use Ladybugs and Praying Mantis in the Gardens
Welcome back, garden friends! Ken Lain here, chatting with Lisa Watters Lain about keeping our green spaces thriving naturally. Many of you ask if ladybugs and…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌿Insider Tips to Growing Herbs with Flavor
Welcome, fellow mountain gardeners! Ken Lain here, your neighborly guide from Watters Garden Center. Spring in our Arizona highlands is a vibrant, sometimes…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 13 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!
Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! This week, we're covering essential spring gardening topics to get your landscape…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🪻How to Pre-Order Your Mother's Day Hydrangeas
Mother's Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with the timeless beauty of hydrangeas? Ken Lain here, and I'm excited to…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌳Top 10 Flowering Trees of Spring in the Landscape
Hey gardeners, Ken Lain here! Spring is bursting with color, and what better way to celebrate than with flowering trees? This is the prime time to get them in…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌻Perennial Flowers that Bloom Early in Spring
Ken and Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! Spring's arrival brings a burst of perennial color! Lisa's here to guide us through some early bloomers…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌸 Making Trees Bloom Better
Ken Lain Here, The Mountain Gardener! Our mountain soils and alkaline water can challenge even the most enthusiastic gardener. If your plants are lackluster…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌱How to Help Plants Recover from Frost Damage
And we are back with Lisa Waters Lane. Spring's energy is palpable, with gardeners eager to be outdoors. John's frost-damaged Texas privet is a common concern…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🍃 What Day does Spring Gardening Officially Begin
Welcome to this week's edition of the Mountain Gardener! Your host, Ken Lain, here. Spring's arrival in our mountain landscapes is a dramatic shift, from snow…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🎙️Welcome to Episode 25 – 12 of The Mountain Gardener Podcast with Ken and Lisa Lain!
Spring's vibrant energy is upon us, and at Watters Garden Center, we're diving deep into maximizing your garden's potential. From crafting lush privacy hedges…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🪴How to Plant for Fast Growth
Ken Lain the Mountain Gardener here! Spring's unpredictable weather might have delayed our Spring Flower Festival, but the garden's spirit is in full bloom!…
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🌺How to Grow California Poppy and Their Companion Plants
Ken and Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here! Spring awakens the garden with vibrant California Poppies, their cheerful blooms signaling warmer days. Pair…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌼Bloomers of Early Spring
Ken Lain Here, The Mountain Gardener! Spring's arrival paints our mountain landscapes with vibrant hues. Right now, you'll see forsythia's sun-kissed yellow…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌲Atlas Cedar and Deodar Cedar – What’s the Difference
We're back with Lisa Waters Lain, answering your garden questions! This weekend's buzz was all about spring planting, and many are eager to get started…
Top 10 Gardener the Ultimate Garden Blueprint with Ken & Lisa🌱Fastest Growing Plants for a Thick Hedge of Privacy
Welcome to this week's edition of the Mountain Gardener. Your host, Ken Lain, here! Spring is in full bloom across our elevations, and now is the perfect time…