Top 10 Gardener with Ken Lain

Dec 11 2024 500 ep. 15 mins 2

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10 Weekly Tips to Greener Plants. His tips, tricks, and garden hacks are easy to follow in spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Tune in and get the most out of your garden this year. Ken’s weekly garden column is featured nationally. His national podcast and YouTube channel attract millions of gardeners. He also owns Watters Garden Center in Prescott, Arizona, and a digital garden center at Top10Plants.com. Listen to this week’s episode of Top 10 Gardeners and watch your plants thrive.

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🪴 Does Feeding with Plant Spikes Really Work🪴

Dec 11 2024 6 mins

Hey there, fellow gardeners! Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here. It's time to fertilize those evergreens, but with so many options on the market, you might be wondering what really works. Let's talk about those plant spikes. You know, the ones you hammer into the ground and supposedly feed your plants for a year? In my experience, they're not all they're cracked up to be. It's nea

🌳Lisa’s Questions and Answers🌳

Dec 10 2024 10 mins

Hey garden friends, Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here, ready to tackle your gardening questions! This week, we're covering everything from growing cumquats in Prescott (spoiler alert: it's tricky!) to watering newly planted pines and transplanting trees. Plus, we'll share a cautionary tale about deciduous plants and why you shouldn't assume they're dead just because th

USDA Garden Zones

Dec 09 2024 9 mins

Hey there, fellow gardeners! I'm Ken Lain, The Top 10 Gardener and owner of Watters Garden Center in Prescott, Arizona. If you're like me, you're always looking for ways to make your garden thrive. And if you're new to gardening in Prescott, you might be wondering what zone you're in and how to choose the right plants for your climate. Zone 7: We're in zone 7, which means we get so

🌺How to Force a Poinsettia to Flower and Turn Color Again🌺

Dec 07 2024 5 mins

Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener Here. Want to enjoy your poinsettia's vibrant color year after year? You can! Though often treated as annuals, these festive plants can rebloom with the right care. The secret lies in mimicking their natural cycle. Starting in September, give your poinsettia 12 hours of uninterrupted darkness each night – a cool, dimly lit room is perfect. Keep t

🎙️Welcome to Episode 24 - 50 of The Top 10 Gardener Podcast' with Ken and Lisa Lain! 🎙️

Dec 06 2024 56 mins

Winter brings a desire to spruce up our homes with festive decorations. Poinsettias, with their vibrant red bracts, are a popular choice. To keep them thriving, ensure they receive bright, indirect light and maintain a consistent temperature between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Water them when the top inch of soil feels dry and avoid overwatering. If you want to enjoy your poinset

🌲Top 10 Landscape Evergreens for Holiday Decorating🌲

Dec 05 2024 10 mins

Hey, mountain gardeners, Ken Lain here! With the right evergreens, creating a festive outdoor display is a breeze! Arizona Cypress, with its soft texture and silvery-blue foliage, adds a touch of elegance. For a classic Christmas feel, choose a Spruce – Baby Blue Spruce offers that iconic pyramidal shape and stunning color. Pines, like the Austrian Pine, bring a bold, architect

🎄Why are Poinsettias used to Celebrate Holidays like Christmas 🎄

Dec 05 2024 11 mins

Hey gardeners, Ken and Lisa Lain, the Top 10 Gardeners here! Poinsettias have become a beloved symbol of Christmas, but have you ever wondered why? The story begins with a young Mexican girl named Pepita who, lacking a gift for baby Jesus, offered humble weeds that miraculously transformed into brilliant red blooms. Later, in the 1800s, these "Flores de Noche Buena" were introduc

🌄Can Poinsettias Live Outdoors🌄

Dec 04 2024 7 mins

Hey there, fellow gardeners! Ken Lain, the Top 10 Gardener, here. Poinsettias, with their vibrant red foliage, scream "holiday cheer!" But these tropical beauties much prefer the cozy indoors. Think of them like houseplants – comfy room temperatures, bright indirect light, and no cold drafts. Water only when the soil surface is dry, and never let them sit in soggy soil. With

🌺 How to Grow a Better Holiday Poinsettia 🌺

Dec 03 2024 11 mins

Hey there, fellow mountain gardeners! Ken and Lisa Lain the Top 10 Gardeners here. Poinsettias are the quintessential holiday plant, but keeping them vibrant throughout the season can be tricky. The key is to mimic their native tropical environment. Think bright, indirect light, and keep those beauties away from drafts and excessive heat. Water when the soil surface feels dry t

❄️Best Pond Care for a Healthy Winter❄️

Dec 02 2024 10 mins

Ken Lain, The Top 10 Gardener here! As temperatures drop, remember your pond! Fish and pumps are at risk when water features freeze. Remove leaves and debris to prevent a toxic buildup under the ice, which can harm your fish. A simple, affordable pond heater keeps a hole open in the ice, allowing for essential gas exchange. Don't forget to protect your irrigation valves and backflo