How is my garden really doing this year?

In this episode of the Very Good Gardening Podcast, I'm giving my garden a full report card. From tomatoes and peppers to broccoli, strawberries, and everything in between, I'm grading each crop based on production, health, pest pressure, and whether it's actually earning its spot in the garden.

Some crops are exceeding expectations. Some are struggling. And a few have completely surprised me.

I'll also talk about what I've learned so far this season, what changes I'm already planning, and which crops I would recommend to beginning gardeners based on my experience this year.

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What if you could only grow food in a single 4x8 raised bed?

In this episode, I'm taking on a gardening challenge: designing the ultimate raised bed for maximum harvests. I'll walk through the crops I'd choose, how I'd arrange them, what I'd plant together, and the strategies I'd use to keep fresh food coming all season long.

Whether you're working with a small garden, a few raised beds, or just getting started, this episode is packed with ideas for making the most of your growing space.

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Everyone says gardening saves money… but does it really?

In this episode, I break down the real costs of gardening — seeds, soil, supplies, raised beds, water, and time — and compare them to what we actually harvest from our garden. Some crops save us a ton of money, while others honestly might not be worth growing financially.

I also talk about the things that are harder to put a price on:
• fresher food
• healthier meals
• teaching kids where food comes from
• the peace that comes from growing something yourself

Whether you’re a beginner gardener or have been growing food for years, this episode might change the way you think about the value of a garden.

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