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The Beet started its existence as the Epic Gardening Podcast but has grown into a one-stop shop for plant lovers. Each week, we explore topics ranging from beginner gardening tips to in-depth discussions with industry and science experts. Here, we’ll open up new gardening horizons, inspire you to greater heights, share new and exciting discoveries in agriculture, and fill your mind with freshly harvested information you can apply to your own gardening journey.
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  • Start With Soil with Juliet Sargeant | The Beet
    Jun 23 2025
    A flourishing garden starts with healthy soil, a living ecosystem teeming with life. In her new book, Start with Soil: Simple Steps for a Thriving Garden, garden designer and educator Juliet Sargeant explores why soil should be every gardener’s first step. In this conversation with Jacques, she shares practical advice on improving soil health and explains how paying attention to local conditions leads to a more resilient, thriving garden. Connect with Juliet Sargeant: Juliet is a garden designer, educator, and founder of the Sussex Garden School, where she shares her unique approach to landscape and well-being. A former hospital doctor, she brings a deep understanding of the links between health and nature to her work. Her award-winning Modern Slavery Garden at the 2016 RHS Chelsea Flower Show marked a powerful intersection of design and social impact. Among her many accolades, Juliet is also a Fellow of the Society of Garden Designers and a familiar voice on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. Find more from Juliet at Sussex Garden School: https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/ Find more from Juliet on her website: https://www.julietsargeant.com/ Find more Juliet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julietsargeant/ Support The Beet: → Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More: → All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Growing Perennial Plants with Matt Mattus | The Beet
    Jun 9 2025
    Today's episode is sponsored by LMNT, an electrolyte drink mix free of sugar, artificial colors, and other dodgy ingredients. Receive a free LMNT Sample Pack with your order at http://drinklmnt.com/Beet Episode Description: In this episode of The Beet Podcast, Jacques digs into all things horticulture with plant expert Matt Mattus. From perennial care to picking plants for nonstop blooms, they explore the ins and outs of garden styles, strategies, and secrets. Whether you're a flower fanatic or just plant-curious, this one's packed with tips to keep your garden thriving all season long! Connect with Matt Mattus: Matt Mattus is a lifelong plant enthusiast and horticulturist, gardening on the same land his grandfather did in 1906. After 29 years in global design, he became Senior Director of Horticulture at the American Horticultural Society. He’s the author of Mastering the Art of Flower Gardening and Vegetable Gardening, with a third book, A Year with a Greenhouse, on the way. Matt also writes for The American Gardener and reports for Fine Gardening magazine. Find more from Matt on his website: https://growingwithplants.com/ Support The Beet: → Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More: → All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Building Urban Roots with Jenny Angius and Sydney Roberts | The Beet
    Jun 2 2025
    Episode Description: In this episode of the Beet podcast, Logan chats with Jenny Angius and Sydney Roberts of Urban Roots in Reno, Nevada. On less than an acre, they're growing tons of food and building community. With raised and in-ground beds, their farm is a hands-on classroom for kids, parents, teachers, and students alike. About Urban Roots: Urban Roots began in 2009 with a mission to use gardening as a tool for S.T.E.A.M. education, environmental stewardship, and nutrition. In partnership with local schools, the program grew, leading to the creation of a teaching farm in west Reno that offers hands-on learning through camps, field trips, and teacher training. In 2017, Urban Roots expanded to its current location, where it cultivates produce and hosts year-round outdoor education. During the challenges of 2020, the organization adapted by launching at-home learning and indoor gardening kits, ensuring families could stay connected to nature and learning. Find more from Urban Roots at Soil Palooza: http://bit.ly/4jrJULc Find more from Urban Roots on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbanrootsnv/ Support The Beet: → Shop: https://growepic.co/shop → Seeds: https://growepic.co/botanicalinterests Learn More: → All Our Channels: https://growepic.co/youtube → Blog: https://growepic.co/blog → Podcast: https://growepic.co/podcasts → Discord: https://growepic.co/discord → Instagram: https://growepic.co/insta → TikTok: https://growepic.co/tiktok → Pinterest: https://growepic.co/pinterest → Twitter: https://growepic.co/twitter → Facebook: https://growepic.co/facebook → Facebook Group: https://growepic.co/fbgroup → Love our products? Become an Epic affiliate! https://growepic.co/3FjQXqV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    46 mins
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I wasn’t expecting so much information with how’s and why’s and ethics discussions. It was refreshing!
His voice is also nice to listen to. It’s not exactly soothing, but it’s crisp and not twangy.
Finally, I appreciate the directions to videos and other formats of information.

Love the information!

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There were good recommendations for natives but when when trifoliate orange was mentioned I was disappointed. This plant is considered an invasive species.

Good with one exception

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