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Living Homegrown Podcast with Theresa Loe

173 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 442 ratings

LivingHomegrown is all about Living Farm Fresh Without the Farm™. Through canning and preserving, artisan food crafting and small-space food growing, you can enjoy the flavors of the season and live a more sustainable lifestyle no matter how small of a space you call home. Hosted by TV canning expert and national PBS TV producer, Theresa Loe, this weekly podcast alternates between solo episodes and interviews with the rock stars of the DIY food movement and each episode helps you live closer to your food.

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LH 122: Lessons From A Beginner Homesteader

November 17, 2017 12:00 - 41 minutes - 40.5 MB

What it’s like to jump into homesteading for the very first time? When we’re interested in learning a new skill, the first step is to research and read about it. But the real learning comes when we roll up our sleeves and start doing that thing that we’re interested in. Nothing beats the insights and knowledge that come from actually stepping out from behind the research and actually giving it a try. My guest this week understands that well. Bev Ross is a long-time listener of this p...

LH 121: Tips for Having a Farm Fresh Thanksgiving

November 10, 2017 12:00 - 24 minutes - 24.6 MB

Even if you don’t live in the United States and are not celebrating Thanksgiving this month, you probably will have some holiday get togethers over the next few weeks.  And these ideas can be used for ANY holiday party. In this episode, I share some of my tips for meshing Thanksgiving traditions with that natural world outside. Because to me, fall parties are about celebrating the season as well as food and family. You will learn: How to make gratitude a BIG part of the day Tips for...

LH 120: Making All-Natural Household Cleaners That ROCK

November 04, 2017 13:21 - 33 minutes - 33.3 MB

How to make natural household cleaners that ROCK! The holidays are coming and chances are you're going to be cleaning your house a little bit more than usual. Don’t reach for the chemical laden products you find at the store! Living a more organic lifestyle means eliminating chemicals whenever we can. And a great place to do that is with the products we spray all over our house such as the things we use to scrub down the countertops, clean the bathrooms or even make our laundry smell...

LH 119: What it REALLY Means To Be An Organic Flower Farmer

October 20, 2017 18:50 - 32 minutes - 32.4 MB

Have you ever dreamed of starting your own gardening or farming business? It can sound romantic and whimsical, can’t it? But what's really involved in running a seasonal business around growing things? How do you manage the season or even your day around harvesting and delivering plant material? This week, I share an episode I actually recorded for some of my students. You see, I have a secret podcast called Seedy Conversations® where I give the back story on businesses, homesteaders a...

LH 118: Handmade Gifts From The Garden

October 14, 2017 20:14 - 38 minutes - 37.8 MB

How to use your garden to make holiday gifts Thinking of making any handmade gifts for the holidays this year? It’s only October, but this is the perfect time to get started! By starting now, you can create thoughtful gifts before the craziness of the holidays overwhelm you. Host Theresa Loe interviews Stephanie Rose of Garden Therapy about garden crafts that make perfect holiday gifts. They discuss several projects (from season salt to homemade soap) that you can make quickly, easil...

LH 117: Natural Plant Dyes in Our Backyards

October 10, 2017 01:14 - 40 minutes - 39.2 MB

How to Make Color Dyes With Your Garden Plants The plants in our backyards can have multiple uses beyond food. That’s what this week’s podcast is all about…using our garden plants for something different: Making Natural Dye Now, you may be wondering what the heck you would dye with your plants. Well, we’ve got you covered. Host Theresa Loe brought on fiber and dye expert Chris McLaughlin to talk about all the things we can color using natural dyes. They walk through the terminology a...

LH 116: Why You Should NOT Do A Fall Garden Clean Up

September 30, 2017 18:22 - 42 minutes - 41.1 MB

Did you know you should NOT do a fall garden clean up? It sounds counter-intuitive, right? Plants have died back or gone dormant and winter’s coming. So, why wouldn’t we want to clear out the debris and tidy up? Well if you’re an organic gardener, fall clean up is the last thing you should do because all the beneficial insects are overwintering in that debris. From native bees to ladybugs, the fall garden provides shelter and more. In today’s episode, host Theresa Loe interviews author...

LH 115: Making Preserves WITHOUT Canning Them

September 22, 2017 20:18 - 34 minutes - 34 MB

Sometimes, you might want to make small batch preserves such as enticing pickles, chutneys, jams, or other condiments and NOT "can" them. Perhaps you just have a few extra tomatoes or cucumbers and you need a tasty way to use them up. Or maybe you have an event where you just need a jar or two of preserves to include on the table -- But you don't want to break out the canner. Well, the book featured in today's episode would be the answer in those situations. It's called: Savory Sweet: Sim...

LH 114: Behind-The-Scenes of Growing A Greener World TV

September 08, 2017 11:17 - 43 minutes - 42.8 MB

I thought it would be fun to share some behind-the-scenes info on how a garden television show is put together and some of the garden and food stories we’ll be sharing in the coming months on our PBS show, Growing A Greener World. To do that, I brought on the host and Exec Producer of the show Joe Lamp’l. Growing A Greener World was his vision. He dreamed it and put together the team who creates it.  He’s the guy we laugh with at the end of an exhausting day and same guy we give the evil...

LH 113: Modern Preserves with Traditional Roots

September 02, 2017 18:14 - 40 minutes - 39.3 MB

You know when you pick up a cookbook and the recipes make your mouth water? That’s when you know you have winner on your hands. And such was the case with the preserving book featured in this week’s podcast. I brought on author Emily Paster who has been on the podcast before (Episode 54). This time, she shares insights into creating flavorful preserves that are steeped in tradition. Her latest book is called The Joys of Jewish Preserving. Now I’m not Jewish, but I can’t wait to div...

LH 112: Yes, Miniature Gardening is REAL Gardening

August 25, 2017 20:02 - 38 minutes - 37.8 MB

No, we are not talking about fairy gardens this week. We are discussing garden design on a teeny-tiny scale. It still involves design principals, plant choices and yes...maintenance...but with a fork instead of a rake. It can be a fun way to create the garden of your dreams without having to move the tree in your backyard. Sure you can turn a tiny garden into a fairy garden if you want to - but that something different. On today's episode, host Theresa Loe brings on Janit Calvo - a small gar...

LH 111: Gardening for Community

August 18, 2017 11:00 - 35 minutes - 34.9 MB

In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews community gardening expert LaManda Joy about the incredible work she does in Chicago with Community Gardens. You will not only be inspired by her story and her work, but you will also learn: How an old Victory Garden photo sparked an entire garden movement in Chicago, How LaManda grows new gardeners and generates community, What is the "Grow To Give" project, What you should look for in a community garden in your area, Why community gardens are th...

LH 110: Beautiful Backyard Bouquets with Herbs and Other Edibles

August 11, 2017 10:00 - 29 minutes - 29.5 MB

Have you ever stepped away from your garden in the summer time, only to discover an edible (like carrots, celery, cilantro or basil) bolted and went to flower before you used it?  Ugh!  Once it goes to flower, it's on it's way OUT.  But fear not…You can still enjoy something extra from that plant – the flowers.  In this week’s podcast, host Theresa Loe shares her favorite tips and tricks for homegrown flower arranging. And you can use these tips for some of those edibles in your garden that ...

LH 109: Fermenting Mild to Spicy Hot Condiments

August 05, 2017 19:53 - 39 minutes - 47.4 MB

In this week's episode, host Theresa Loe interviews Kirsten Shockey about her new book: Fiery Ferments. But don't let the name fool you!  Not all the recipes are super hot! This book teaches you how to make fermented foods that just have a little kick OR that will knock your socks off. YOU can get to choose and control the amount of heat as you make the recipes. It's a fascinating discussion about flavor and how to take your ferments to a whole new level. It doesn't matter if you are a compl...

LH 108: Massive Change - Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Garden

July 28, 2017 11:00 - 36 minutes - 36.1 MB

We all go through ups and downs in our lives and those things can actually impact our garden. Usually a traumatic experience changes us as people. But you know what? It can change the gardener within us as well. And that can mean we need to completely pivot our garden style or even location. In this episode, host Theresa Loe brings on garden designer Rebecca Sweet who happens to have one of the most beloved private gardens near the San Francisco area. People have been touring and admiring he...

LH 107: Making Wildcrafted Cocktails at Home

July 22, 2017 14:39 - 33 minutes - 33.3 MB

In this episode, you learn how to make wildcrafted cocktails with foraged ingredients. You learn about homemade syrups, bitters, infusions and garnishes from garden-fresh plants. Host Theresa Loe brings on foraging expert and author Ellen Zachos to give us the full scoop. You learn: All the different ways to use garden ingredients for cocktails, The basics of a good cocktail, How long infusions last on the shelf, Which plants make the best flavorings, How to forage safely, How to create the ...

LH 106: Preserving with Dry Storage and Dehydration

July 14, 2017 22:28 - 37 minutes - 36.6 MB

If you are looking to eat local and in-season during the winter months, then you should be preserving some of the harvest now. The harvest can come from the farmer's market or your own backyard. Of course, you can break out the canning jars and put food up that way. But there are other methods that are super easy and preserve a lot of food at once. Today, host Theresa Loe brings on author Barbara Pleasant to chat about two such methods and whole lot more.  In this episode you learn: Which pr...

LH 105: Summer Canning Q & A

July 07, 2017 22:29 - 27 minutes - 27.7 MB

Chances are your garden and farmer’s market are bursting with summer flavors. It’s time to save those flavors so that you can enjoy them later...Which means, it's canning season!! In today’s episode, host Theresa Loe answers several listener canning questions so that you can stay on track with your summer preserves. You learn: If you can use coconut sugar in canning, Which pectin product is preservative free, Some common jar mistakes, Detective skills for determining why a jar breaks, The di...

LH 104: Gardening for the Monarch Butterfly

June 30, 2017 12:41 - 50 minutes - 48.6 MB

Did you know that here in America the Monarch butterfly is in serious trouble?  It has had a 90% decline in it's population in the last 20 years. In this episode, you learn all about this beloved butterfly, the surprising reasons for its decline and what we as gardeners can do to help. Host Theresa Loe interviews author Kylee Baumle about this fascinating butterfly. You learn: Exactly why the Monarch is on the decline, The most important plant we need in our garden, The unusual migration of ...

LH 103: Growing Uncommon Fruits in Your Backyard

June 23, 2017 13:32 - 44 minutes - 43.4 MB

It doesn't matter if you are looking for something new to add to your current garden or if you are a beginner, looking to get started in fruit growing - Today's episode will inspire you with new flavors. Host Theresa Loe interviews author Dr. Lee Reich about growing some of the less common fruits. He gives tips on everything from pawpaws to juneberries. You learn: How Lee uses his backyard as his fruit laboratory, Which kiwi is hardy (even in New York), The benefits of growing juneberries, W...

LH 102: Transitions - Lessons Learned From Moving a Garden

June 16, 2017 12:43 - 50 minutes - 49 MB

The challenges and benefits of moving a garden. If you decide to move to a new location (new home, new climate, etc.), what would you do with your current garden? Would you take plants with you?  Would you leave it all behind? And how would you go about starting over? What sort of things should you consider when moving to a new growing zone, new soil conditions and new challenges? In today's episode, host Theresa Loe interviews horticulture expert and garden coach, Robin Haglund. Although Ro...

LH 101: Organic Gardening Q & A

June 09, 2017 13:18 - 29 minutes - 29.7 MB

In this week's episode, host Theresa Loe answers some listener's gardening questions. You learn: How long your garden seeds really last, What is the best way to test seed viability, Should you feed your vegetables or not, What are the benefits of fish emulsion, Can backyard gardeners do cover cropping, What insect makes those round holes on rose leaves...and should you be worried or not, Which herbs do best in containers, Can you grow coffee, allspice or pineapple at home. As always, you can...

LH 100: Setting Mid-Year Farm Fresh Goals

June 02, 2017 13:11 - 29 minutes - 29.8 MB

We are halfway through the year. Have you reached the goals you set at the beginning of the year?  Or did you even get around to setting any? It's okay if you blew that all off. If you still want to hit a few milestones before 2017 is over, June is a great time to regroup and start over. If you have farm fresh goals centered around your home, food or garden, you can take business strategies and adjust them to reach those goals. In this episode, host Theresa Loe walks you through how to pick,...

LH 99: Making the Leap from City Life to Lavender Farmer

May 29, 2017 15:12 - 40 minutes - 39.5 MB

Learn what it REALLY means to make the leap from the city to farm life. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews Amy Boyd as she shares her story as a brand new lavender farmer. She and her husband are building their dream of farming Hillside Lavender in PA. You learn: How they planned for the transition but then had to make the leap, Exactly what they are creating and the need to de-stress these days, The driving force that keeps them going when things go wrong, How their adorable goats...

LH 98: The Real Dirt Behind Garden Book Publishing - How a book is born

May 06, 2017 14:28 - 34 minutes - 34.5 MB

Learn exactly how a garden book is born - from concept to book store shelves. We all have beloved garden books that inspire and inform us. But have you ever thought about exactly what goes into creating it?  A lot more than you think!  Garden books have the extra burden of being seasonal. And that can make things like photography super tricky.  In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews garden book editor Julie Chai about exactly what went into the creation of one of the top garden books ...

LH 97: How to Grow The Best Blueberries at Home

April 28, 2017 23:23 - 38 minutes - 38.2 MB

If you have wanted to grow your own blueberries but thought it was too hard, this is the episode for you. Yes, blueberries have specific requirements. BUT...if you know the tricks, it is easy to have success! In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews Lee Reich - a well-respected author and authority in fruit growing. Lee knows a thing or two about blueberries. In fact, his PhD is in blueberries! In this episode you learn: How growing blueberries is easier than you think, The pros and cons...

LH 96: Secrets to Living Farm Fresh

April 22, 2017 01:03 - 32 minutes - 32.4 MB

This week's podcast is a group podcast where host Theresa Loe brought on 5 different guest experts in the areas of Organic farming, Foraging, Fermenting, Wellness and Cheesemaking. Each of the experts answered the same question about living farm fresh. But they all had VERY different insights on how to live more organically and flavorfully. In this episode you learn: A simple trick for meal planning, How to find new organic flavors in your own backyard, Where to source inexpensive organic pr...

LH 95: How to Grow, Harvest and Arrange Organic Flowers Like a Pro

April 07, 2017 13:32 - 37 minutes - 36.6 MB

Learn from the top organic flower farmer-florist in the country. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews farmer-florist Erin Benzakein of Floret Farm. Erin is well known in the organic flower world because she grows massive amounts of flowers in a relatively small space in the state of Washington while using organic practices AND she creates stunning bouquets that include edibles, vines and other farm-fresh ingredients. Her reputation earned her the Martha Stewart American Made Award fo...

LH 94: The Magic of Mason Bees - High Yields in Small Gardens

April 01, 2017 23:18 - 51 minutes - 49.1 MB

Learn how the simple mason bee can be incredibly powerful in our backyard gardens and in helping farmers around the world. These gentle creatures are much lower maintenance than a honeybee and yet, they can do just as much if not more to pollinate our food. In fact, they can boost our backyard food growing yields with just a few bees. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews Dave Hunter of Crown Bees to shed some light on this important topic. You learn: Why these gentle bees are so valu...

LH 93: Common Garden Plants That You Can Eat

March 24, 2017 21:58 - 42 minutes - 41.5 MB

What? We can eat the hostas??  Yep, you can - If they are grown organically, of course. In this week's episode, host Theresa Loe interviews author and foraging expert, Ellen Zachos on the subject of foraging our own backyards. Learn exactly which common garden plants are edible AND learn how to prepare those foods after you harvest. You will learn: Important safety tips when it comes to foraging, Why starting in the backyard is a good idea, Which common plants are safe (and delicious) to eat...

LH 92: Q & A Episode on Homemade Vinegars, Liqueurs & Greek Yogurt

March 17, 2017 14:12 - 37 minutes - 36.9 MB

This episode is a Q & A session featuring several listener questions and answered by host Theresa Loe. You learn: If sterilizing is necessary when bottling up homemade liqueur, The biggest worry when infusing alcohol, Which "proof" is best when making liqueur infusions, The trick to getting a clear vinegar, Is it possible to reuse the fruit of one food project for another, How does homemade Greek yogurt work and Do you need a yogurt maker or not. All that and more - Plus you can go to www.Li...

LH 91: How to Use All of Your Harvest

March 11, 2017 01:12 - 44 minutes - 53.1 MB

Learn how to enjoy all sorts of garden harvests including fruits, veggies, flowers, seeds, pods and roots. If it has a harvest, there is a way to utilize it!  In this week's episode, host Theresa Loe interviews garden designer and author Stefani Bittner about her new book Harvest. Stefani co-wrote the book with Aletha Harampolis and together they create a book that is filled with gorgeous images, delicious recipes and tons of tips for adding a harvest to your life. You learn: How to create a...

LH 90: Two Ways to Preserve Fresh Herb Flavor for Later

March 04, 2017 01:02 - 29 minutes - 29.7 MB

This episode is all about flavor enhancers. It doesn't matter if you grow your own herbs or buy them fresh at the farmer's market, nothing beats the fresh taste of herbs in your cooking. But sometimes, you can't have fresh herbs at your fingertips. The good news is that there ARE ways to preserve those flavors for later so that when you find yourself in a pinch - those flavors are at the ready!  Host Theresa Loe has covered preserving herbs in different ways on other podcast episodes (which ...

LH 89: Permaculture 101

February 24, 2017 12:14 - 42 minutes - 51.3 MB

Learn what permaculture is and how to apply it to your own backyard to create more sustainable and eco-friendly garden. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews garden author Jessi Bloom. Jessi is an ecological landscape designer and the author of one of the top permaculture books in the country. You learn: Exactly what permaculture is, Why it is important, How to put it into practice this coming season, Why garden size doesn't matter when apply the principles, What the systems are and h...

LH 88: Attracting Beneficial Insects to Your Organic Garden

February 17, 2017 14:15 - 41 minutes - 49.7 MB

This episode is about taking a natural approach to pest control and avoiding sprays and pesticides...even organic ones. You see, many people think that switching to organic gardening methods just means changing from synthetic sprays to more natural/organic ones. But the truth is that if you have a more balanced ecosystem in your garden, you don't need sprays AT ALL.  And that is what we cover in this podcast.  Host Theresa Loe brings on author and organic gardening expert, Jessica Walliser...

LH 87: Simple Organic Gardening Hacks

February 10, 2017 21:14 - 40 minutes - 48.5 MB

In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews author Shawna Coronado about simple organic gardening tips that we can do to save money and time. The tips range from practical time-savers to clever ways to reuse and repurpose items for gardening. You learn: How to use empty wine bottles in the garden, Why rotisserie chicken can lead to greenhouse growing, A shortcut to saving tomato seeds, How to grow edibles from kitchen scraps, The secret to sprouting potatoes, The magic of manure tea and How...

LH 86: Redeem Your Ground with Doug Scott

February 03, 2017 12:30 - 36 minutes - 35.5 MB

This week's episode is the story of one man's journey of discovering his true calling in garden design while helping families along the way. Host Theresa Loe interviews Doug Scott - the owner of the landscape design firm, Redeem Your Ground. Doug helps families connect through the nature in their own backyards. You learn: Why sometimes school and business aren't the only measure of success, How to following your passion can lead to following your dreams, Life lessons that come from raising c...

LH 85: The Many Benefits of Raising Backyard Rabbits

January 28, 2017 15:33 - 44 minutes - 42.9 MB

In this week's episode we talk about small livestock for those of us with have super small spaces. We've covered backyard chickens and ducks on previous episodes. So it was time to discuss raising backyard rabbits for their nutrient-rich manure or their fiber (hair for spinning). And yes, some people raise rabbits for meat. But that's not what we go into here. Instead, host Theresa Loe interviews author and farmer Chris McLaughlin about what it means to raise backyard rabbits. They discuss r...

LH 84: Raising Backyard Ducks

January 20, 2017 22:29 - 38 minutes - 37.5 MB

First everyone wanted backyard chickens. Now backyard ducks are gaining in popularity - and rightly so. Their eggs are incredible. And in many ways, they can be easier than backyard chickens. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews author and poultry expert, Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily. And they discuss all the benefits of raising ducks in your backyard. You learn: The benefits ducks can offer your garden, How they compare to backyard chickens, Are they fed differently than chickens...

LH 83: Important Garden Lessons From The Experts

January 12, 2017 17:27 - 33 minutes - 33 MB

This episode is a little different!  Host Theresa Loe brings on eight different garden authors and experts to all answer the same question: "What do you know NOW, that you wish you knew THEN?"  In other words, if they could go back in time...What important piece of garden advice would they tell their younger, gardener-self?  This episode is packed with nuggets of gardening wisdom because each expert gave completely different answers.   You learn: Each expert's top piece of gardening advice, ...

LH 82: Healing Gardens - Tapping into the garden to relax and heal

December 23, 2016 13:00 - 37 minutes - 36.7 MB

It doesn't matter if you use your backyard space for growing food, flowers, succulents or something else - there are many, many healing benefits you can get from that space. And you don't have to be sick or injured to reap those benefits. You only need to be mindful of them. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews garden designer and author Jenny Peterson about the many healing qualities of our gardens and how we can better tap into those benefits. You learn: The different benefits avai...

LH 81: Steamed Puddings & Traditions

December 16, 2016 22:29 - 31 minutes - 31 MB

This podcast is about living closer to our food through preserving, artisan food crafts, small-space food growing and sustainable living. Making food from scratch can be a big part of that. And so can traditional, old-fashioned holiday recipes!  This week's episode is all about making traditional steamed puddings. Listen...we are NOT talking about fruitcake here. Nope. We are talking about melt-in-your mouth cakes that are rich and delicious. Host Theresa Loe gives you the low-down on what t...

LH 80: How to Grow Veggies Through Winter

December 09, 2016 20:43 - 40 minutes - 40.1 MB

Just because there is snow on the ground does not mean you have to stop growing food. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews winter gardening expert Niki Jabbour on how we can extend the season no matter where we live. And even if you don't think you want to grow food during the winter months, you can learn how to extend the season which will help you start your spring garden a few weeks earlier. In this episode, you learn: Why a winter garden is easier than a summer garden, Five super...

LH 79: The 25 Days of Kindness Project

December 02, 2016 16:24 - 21 minutes - 21.9 MB

This week’s podcast comes at the beginning of December and for many of us, that means the hustle and bustle of the holiday time is upon us. Suddenly our to-do lists double in size, we find ourselves running around to shop, and we are trying to cram in extra things like holiday cards and cleaning for guests and parties. It can become easy to lose ourselves to the stress and forget what the holidays are supposed to be about. This episode is a little different in that host Theresa Loe shares he...

LH 78: How to Create Living Centerpieces with Baylor Chapman

November 25, 2016 12:56 - 41 minutes - 40.6 MB

Learn how to create lush, living centerpieces for your table or your home. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews San Francisco plant and floral designer extraordinaire Baylor Chapman about creating a garden on a micro-scale...for inside your home. Even if you have no garden space outside or your current garden is asleep for winter, you can have greenery inside to stay connected to nature. A tabletop landscape is easy and inexpensive to do. You learn: The benefits of indoor greenery, h...

LH 77: Three Indoor Kid-Friendly Garden Projects: Bulbs, Wheatgrass & Mushrooms

November 18, 2016 12:11 - 37 minutes - 37.2 MB

Learn about three indoor garden activities for kids and adults alike that can keep you connected to nature through the winter months. These projects can add greenery to your home and are fascinating to watch. We all know that being outside in nature is good for kids. But winter can mean less outdoor playtime. If you want to nurture your kids to appreciate the environment and perhaps grow up to be gardeners themselves, keeping them engaged is key. But you don't need kids to do these projects!...

LH 76: Starting an Organic Backyard Farm

November 11, 2016 14:41 - 49 minutes - 47.5 MB

Although this podcast focuses on living farm fresh without a farm, many of the listeners DO want a farm or are already farmers themselves. Well, this episode is about one couple who decided they wanted to be farmers. And they wanted to farm their suburban backyard...as a business. Host Theresa Loe interviews new organic farmer, Emily Aarons. Although they are just starting out, Emily is able to share their successes so far as well as 5 important lessons learned. You learn: What made Emily an...

LH 75: Creating an Epic Edible Garden

November 06, 2016 01:20 - 50 minutes - 49 MB

Learn the simple steps to creating the edible garden of your dreams - beautiful AND delicious. In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews edible landscape designer/author Stefani Bittner about how listeners can transform their garden into an epic food garden. You learn: The simple steps to getting started, The #1 thing you MUST do to ensure food safety, Why you shouldn't plant next to an old fence post, Why swapping out can make all the difference, Which edibles make great screens, Why you...

LH 74: Super Easy Homemade Yogurt [Encore]

October 29, 2016 00:22 - 30 minutes - 30.5 MB

Learn to make countertop yogurt with NO special equipment. Enjoy this encore presentation. Next week, we are back to brand new episodes. Also - Listen to the beginning of this episode to learn about a brand new FREE webinar happening on November 3, 2016. It's geared for brand new canners wanting to get over their fear of learning to can. In the encore episode, you learn: The advantages of homemade yogurt, How the whole process works, Why you don't need any special equipment, How to make it w...

LH 73: Canning Jar Storage Tips [Encore]

October 22, 2016 13:23 - 14 minutes - 15.6 MB

Although there's some new info in this episode, the main topic is an encore presentation from one of host Theresa Loe's more popular episodes. It's packed with practical and important info on canning safety. Why include an encore? As Theresa announces in this episode, there's some new exciting projects in the works around Living Homegrown and the team needed a little time to focus on those projects. But don't worry, there are some cool interview episodes coming up that you will love. Theresa...