Episodes

  • Mother-Chucker Garden Experience No 3
    Sep 9 2024

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    14 mins
  • Exploring Different Types of Pepper, Challenges with Pests and Diseases
    Sep 2 2024

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Recent Activities

    03:35 Discussion on Farmers Market and Harvest

    08:00 Tomato Challenges and Fungal Diseases

    11:13 Early Tomato Planting and Disease Management

    16:13 Construction of a Hoop System

    19:11 Impressions of the Hoop System

    21:40 Protection Against Badgers and Future Plans

    22:25 Challenges of Protecting Crops

    28:12 DIY Projects and Allotment Maintenance

    32:57 Current Harvests and Losses

    36:15 Growing Peppers and Making Hot Sauces

    45:23 Exploring Different Gardening Methods

    46:06 Preparing the Soil for Autumn

    50:08 Managing Weeds in the Garden

    01:06:40 The Joy of Harvesting


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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • The Slow Ripening of Tomatoes, Dealing with Pest Problems, David Austin Roses
    Aug 26 2024

    Takeaways


    This year has been challenging for many gardeners, resulting in a lack of a harvest glut.

    Buying produce from the farmer's market can be a good alternative when your own harvest is not sufficient.

    The hosts discuss the concept of banana chili sauce and the use of bananas in condiments.

    They also talk about the slow ripening of tomatoes and the size of their tomato plants.

    JB shares his experience with a bean glut in his garden. Planning and preparing for growing tomatoes and chilies

    Recognizing and addressing burnout in gardening

    Dealing with pest problems, such as foxes

    Visiting and exploring different gardens for inspiration David Austin roses can be pricey, but they come with a guarantee and good customer service.

    The hosts discuss the methods used to handle black spot disease in roses.

    They share their gardening plans for the week, including planting, watering, and harvesting.

    The hosts provide information on where to find them on social media.



    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Gardening Challenges

    03:02 The Lack of a Harvest Glut and the Plan to Buy from the Farmer's Market

    08:48 The Curious Case of Banana Chili Sauce

    10:29 The Slow Ripening of Tomatoes and JB's Bean Glut

    15:12 Growing Tomatoes and Chilies

    23:36 Recognizing and Addressing Burnout in Gardening

    27:25 Dealing with Pest Problems

    32:44 Exploring Different Gardens for Inspiration

    39:41 The Price of David Austin Roses

    41:49 Dealing with Black Spot Disease

    43:26 Gardening Plans for the Week

    53:23 Where to Find the Hosts on Social Media



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    56 mins
  • Growing Brassicas, Dealing with Garden Pests, Cooking Tips: Roasting Red Cabbage
    Aug 19 2024

    Chapters00:00

    Introduction and Catching Up

    00:59

    Tomato Harvest and Freezing

    02:29

    Tent Camping Plans

    03:25

    Technical Difficulties and iPad Troubles

    04:34

    Dealing with Garden Pests

    07:25

    Exploring Deterrence Methods

    09:47

    Foxes Damaging Beds and Cages

    13:06

    Seeking Help and Suggestions

    15:05

    Using Wire Mesh and Chili Powder

    16:58

    Funny Experiences and Challenges

    17:48

    Protecting Plants from Pests

    23:04

    Challenges of Growing Brassicas

    27:15

    Cooking Tips: Roasting Red Cabbage

    30:12

    The Difficulty of Using a Bean Slicer

    33:40

    Disinfecting Greenhouses and Dealing with Pests

    41:27

    Exploring the David Austin Rose Garden

    44:29

    The Beauty of David Austin Roses

    47:36

    Promoting Gardening YouTube Channels



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    49 mins
  • Growing Brassicas, Dealing with Garden Pests, Cooking Tips: Roasting Red Cabbage
    Aug 19 2024

    Chapters00:00

    Introduction and Catching Up

    00:59

    Tomato Harvest and Freezing

    02:29

    Tent Camping Plans

    03:25

    Technical Difficulties and iPad Troubles

    04:34

    Dealing with Garden Pests

    07:25

    Exploring Deterrence Methods

    09:47

    Foxes Damaging Beds and Cages

    13:06

    Seeking Help and Suggestions

    15:05

    Using Wire Mesh and Chili Powder

    16:58

    Funny Experiences and Challenges

    17:48

    Protecting Plants from Pests

    23:04

    Challenges of Growing Brassicas

    27:15

    Cooking Tips: Roasting Red Cabbage

    30:12

    The Difficulty of Using a Bean Slicer

    33:40

    Disinfecting Greenhouses and Dealing with Pests

    41:27

    Exploring the David Austin Rose Garden

    44:29

    The Beauty of David Austin Roses

    47:36

    Promoting Gardening YouTube Channels



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    49 mins
  • Mother-Chucker Garden Experience No 2
    Aug 13 2024
    Drop by and join me in my allotment

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    25 mins
  • Potty Mouth Garden Club 83, Preserving Vegetables, Upcoming Tomato Harvest
    Aug 12 2024

    "I basically turned around and said, I'm not doing this anymore. It's too much."

    "Is that the reason though, why JB, why you've had such tiny onions this year?"

    "I think Baba Ghanoush is really simple."

    "What's the name of the blender?"

    "My red sauce looked like Heinz tomato soup"

    "Everything's growing in the garden"

    "Peppers are really coming along. So I'm quite sure this week I'll be harvesting some of those."

    "Is anybody else finding this the most incredible bean year?"

    "How high can slugs get?"

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Work-Life Balance

    02:08 Growing Aubergines and Tiny Onions

    06:02 Exploring the World of Chilies

    13:16 Preserving Vegetables: Freezing and Storage Tips

    19:53 Exploring Tomato Varieties and Processing Methods

    24:09 The Importance of a Pantry or Larder for Preserved Tomatoes

    29:04 The Seasonal Decline in Gardening Enthusiasm

    37:44 Anticipation for the Upcoming Tomato Harvest

    41:21 Crop Progress and Abundant Beans

    53:21 Dealing with Slugs in the Garden

    56:20 Territorial Behavior of Slugs

    01:00:14 Where to Find the Hosts Online


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Mother-Chucker Garden Experience No 1 Grown Local
    Jul 30 2024

    Grown Local: https://grownlocal.co.uk/tony-c-smith/


    Chapters

    00:00 The Origins of Grown Local and the Expansion into Seeds

    06:39 Quality Control and Testing at Grown Local

    11:46 The Popularity of the Black Moon Tomato Variety

    16:13 Providing a Personal Touch and Accessible Customer Service

    19:26 Tips for Successful Germination

    21:36 Greenhouses and Polytunnels: Creating Controlled Environments

    27:28 Dealing with Pests and Unpredictable Weather

    31:41 New Products and Improvements in Gardening

    33:40 Providing Good Customer Service and Reliable Packaging


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    38 mins