Growing Vegetables Down Under Podcast

Listen to last week's podcast about why I recommend a fish emulsion for your garden. Then jump onto this podcast and let's discuss the arguments for using other sources of nitogen instead. As promised the figures I discuss are: Charlie Carp = $9.58/L, Blood & Bone = $2.33/kg or $0.71/L, cow manure = $0.16/L and coffee grinds = free.

Let's chat for a few minutes about why I encourage you to use a fish emulsion or fertiliser on your garden.

If you follow me on social media you will see that I talk about Seaweed Saturday every month. This podcast talks about what Seaweed Saturday is, why it's so important and all the fabulous ways a seaweed concentrate will get your vegetable patch thriving.

Zinc isn't a mineral that gardeners often focus on when fertilising their plants. But today we will discuss why zinc is so important for humans, and plants, and how to ensure you are meeting your crops needs

Magnesium is an essential nutrient for photosynthesis and also for our human bodies functions. So it's important to make sure our vegetables are getting enough to feed them and then us. I talk about why it's essential for humans and plants, how to recognise a deficiency and how to prevent or correct the problem. Lastly, I introduce you to Salt Sundays so you never have a magnesium deficiency again.

Sage probably isn't the first herb that jumps to mind when planning out your vegetable garden. However, please let me convince you as to why this herb should feature in your garden, for its companion planting benefits alone!

Giving you 5 great reasons to companion plant with thyme. Tune in to get all the details.

Magnesium deficiency is something you have probably heard about in the context of people, but what about your plants? We are covering this now, as tomatoes are one of the most common plants to suffer and many people will be planting them this coming spring. I have the solution to help you prevent, and if necessary cure, any deficiencies.

Chatting today about Green Manure and how it is a great way to improve your soil before planting your next crop. It's easy, cheap and I have two simple ways to do it.

On the GVDU website, I have created a month by month guide or what you can sow in your vegetable garden. On this episode we will talk through the crops that you can plant now, even though it's the dead of winter. The list is short, but don't fear, spring is only a few weeks away.

Nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium are essential minerals responsible for the growth of different parts of your plants. Understanding their role will help you give your plants the right food at the right time. The Compots are refer to can be purchased at www.compot.com.au. Don't forget to use your discount code: GROWVEG and save 10%

Our first guest on the podcast is Natalie from @living_the_dream_permaculture who is sharing with us ways to incorporate permaculture into an urban garden.

Caterpillars can decimate a brassica patch in the blink of an eye. But I have 3 simple ways you can prevent cabbage moths and white butterflies from laying their eggs on your plants.

Hot tips on how to get your cabbages to grow great big and banging cabbages this winter. Includes positioning, how to prepare the soil, how to plant, preferable pH levels, how to make them ball up, how to fertilise, and how much water they need.

My top 10 tips to grow the biggest and best broccoli you have ever harvested. Head over to www.growingvegetablesdownunder.com and check out the "Podcast" tab for more information on growing broccoli.

You've set up your new garden beds, and now it's time to fill them. Listen in to the essential components for fertile soil, tips on what nutrients to add, and now to set up your soil up to retain moisture. The recipe for Diana's Dirt is at https://growingvegetablesdownunder.com/pages/filling-your-garden-bed. I also refer to my changed views on the use of water crystals. Check out that post here: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=244346174067174&id=120305176471275

Torn between raised garden beds or an existing garden bed? What about container gardening? Vertical gardening? No dig gardening? Wicking beds? We will talk through the pros and cons so you know what's right for you.