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Sow it, Grow it, Cook it

Sherva and Karen

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Are you ready to embark on a delightful journey of cultivating your own fresh ingredients and turning them into delicious meals? Join Sherva and Karen in "Grow it, Sow it, Cook it," the podcast where gardening meets cooking in perfect harmony. In each episode, we explore the fascinating world of gardening, sharing valuable tips on cultivating your own produce. From seed to harvest, we guide you through the joys of growing, then seamlessly transition to the kitchen, offering mouthwatering rec ...
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Send us a Text Message. Sherva and Karen do another tomato tasting in this podcast episode. We find that we're a little disappointed in the taste of some varieties of heirloom tomatoes sometimes, mostly because our expectations aren't met. But when you step back and think about it, homegrown tomatoes are ALWAYS better than grocery store tomatoes. E…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of our podcast, Sherva and Karen did a beefsteak tomato tasting. They tasted three tomatoes, Vasario, Yellow Bull Heart, and Gigantica Farina, and found some discrepancies in taste. Tomatoes can taste so different depending on when you pick them and how ripe they are. The perfect timing makes a huge differenc…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the Sherva and Karen dive into a taste test of various heirloom tomato varieties, sharing their insights and preferences. Desta: Sweet and juicy, perfect for BLT Australian Giant: Bland compared to Desta Domingo: Needed more ripening, better than expected True Black Brandywine: Less impressive than last year…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another insightful episode of our gardening podcast, "Battling Blossom End Rot: Summer Gardening Challenges." In this episode, we dive deep into the trials and triumphs of gardening during the hot summer months, particularly focusing on the common issue of blossom end rot and other heat-related challenges. As gard…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we have a tomato taste and talk about creating the kind of atmosphere in your garden where you love to spend time. The best thing for a garden is the presence of the gardener. We tasted Dwarf Awsome, Dwarf Mulatka, Dwarf Metallica, Apricot Zebra, and Jerusalem Whatever you do to increase your enjoyment when y…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us for our 20th episode! We're tasting tomatoes and talking about the Fall garden. That's right, even though we're in the middle of an oppressive heat wave, it's time to start planning what we want to grow in the Fall. It will be here before you know it. So get your seed packets out and a calendar so you can count out t…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we discuss some creative uses of our garden produce: Cocktails! There are so many fun ideas to use up produce, herbs, flowers, and fruit from the garden. We go over several recipes and methods to inspire your inner barfly. And for the tea-totallers, no worries, there are many ideas for non-alcoholic drinks. Thank …
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Send us a Text Message. In the Mid-Atlantic region, several invasive plant species threaten local ecosystems, gardens, and landscapes. These non-native plants spread quickly, outcompeting native flora and disrupting the natural balance. Homeowners need to recognize and manage these species to maintain a healthy garden. Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicer…
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Send us a Text Message. In our 17th episode, we discuss the techniques of pinching and topping. Sometimes people confuse the two. The practice of pinching off flowers in the early stages of growth is meant to force the plant to concentrate energy on green growth, meaning stems, branches, and leaves. The practice of topping is used in a few situatio…
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Send us a Text Message. Growing a Garden on a Quarter-Acre City Lot with Treva In today's episode, we're talking about "Urban Green Spaces," where we explore innovative ways to create lush, productive gardens in urban environments. Sherva and Karen are thrilled to introduce a special guest, Treva. She’s a seasoned urban gardener with a passion for …
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to today's episode where we get into the topic of homemade fertilizers. Gardening gurus often tout the benefits of store-bought products, but did you know that homemade options can be just as effective? Let's explore some tried-and-true DIY fertilizers that our ancestors used long before commercial alternatives exist…
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Send us a Text Message. Sherva and Karen are in the thick of planting the summer garden! In this episode, they discussed a wide range of topics related to gardening, particularly focusing on planting, fertilizing, and companion planting. Here's a breakdown of the main points discussed: Planting: You both talked about your recent planting activities…
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Send us a Text Message. Karen discussed her ongoing process of hardening off her plants before planting them in the garden. Looking at the two-week forecast suggests that this weekend is the time to start planting out into the garden. Sherva has very small tomato plants that aren't ready to go out into the garden yet. She expressed concern about he…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to our gardening podcast, where we dive into the world of greenery and growth. In this episode, we'll be chatting about everything from propagating plants to the excitement of watching our gardens flourish. Join us as we explore the joys and challenges of gardening. From separating seedlings to the anticipation of ne…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we dive deep into the essential practice of hardening off your vegetable plants before transplanting them into your garden. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of this crucial step in the gardening process. In this episode, we'll discuss why itcan be helpful to start the hardeni…
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Send us a Text Message. In our 10th Episode, Sherva and Karen discuss things you can plant in April. The spring garden is alive and well, but it isn't too late to get some things planted. Lettuce and spinach can be planted. Beets, onions, kale... several cool-weather veggies can still be planted. There's still time to start some things inside if yo…
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Send us a Text Message. Sherva is admittedly obsessed with growing heirloom tomatoes. In our 9th episode, she lists the 42 varieties she is growing this year. Yes, that's right 42...and she's waiting on a few more to come in the mail. To many home gardeners tomatoes are the number one reason to grow food. "Store-bought tomatoes taste like disappoin…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Karen and Sherva on their podcast, 'Pollinator Hotspot,' as they delve into the fascinating world of gardening and the crucial role of pollinators. In this episode, Karen shares insights, tips, and anecdotes to help listeners create vibrant and pollinator-friendly gardens. From discussing the importance of pollinators i…
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Send us a Text Message. 1. Introduction: In this section, we introduce the topic of plant diseases and the significance of effectively managing them to maintain a healthy garden. We can begin by highlighting Karen's experience in the Master Gardeners course, emphasizing the depth of knowledge gained from this intensive program. By framing the conve…
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Send us a Text Message. In this captivating episode of our podcast, hosts Sherva and Karen delve into the fascinating world of composting and pepper cultivation. With their wealth of gardening knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, they guide listeners through the intricacies of composting while sharing their excitement about the pepper varieties the…
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Send us a Text Message. In the world of gardening, mistakes are inevitable. From overeager planting to underestimating growth patterns, every gardener encounters their fair share of challenges. However, these missteps often provide valuable lessons that shape future practices and lead to greater success in the garden. In this episode, we delve into…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Karen and Sherva delve into the world of gardening, specifically discussing the exciting process of starting onions and peppers from seeds. They share their experiences trading seeds and exploring various pepper varieties. Sherva talks about the importance of organizing seeds and shares her plans to document…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to another fun episode of "Sow It, Grow It, Cook It"! This week we talk about making your own seed-starting mix. It is inexpensive and you control what is in it! Let's uncover essential tips and tricks to help you kickstart your gardening journey with confidence. Join us as we explore the fundamentals of seed startin…
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Send us a Text Message. Embrace the winter garden magic with Sherva and Karen in our latest episode of "Grow it, Sow it, Cook it"! 🌬️ Discover the secrets to preparing for the upcoming season as we dive into the world of winter sowing. Join us as Sherva unveils the art of winter sowing, a technique that not only nurtures your green dreams during th…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Grow it, Sow it, Cook it"! 🌱 Join Sherva and Karen as we embark on a journey into the enchanting world of gardening and cooking. In this episode, we pull back the curtain and introduce ourselves, sharing our passion for cultivating fresh, homegrown ingredients. Discover why gardening is n…
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