Looking ahead to April! Frost Dates, Garden Install How-To, Toad Choruses, and More!

"Get your green thumbs ready to transform knowledge into a flourishing garden! Join Morgan and me as we delve into the April soil, sharing secrets to dodge the frost's final jab and pinpoint the perfect moment to plant tomatoes and their warm-season friends. We'll navigate the frosty intricacies of Huntsville versus Owens Crossroads, warming up to the critical role soil temperature plays in your garden's performance. Expect a row-by-row guide on how to invite a cascade of beans, cucumbers, squash, and even the ambitious sprawl of watermelons and sweet corn to your patch. And for those with a competitive streak, we'll reveal methods to outsmart garden gluttons waiting to feast on your hard work.

Our conversation blossoms further as we tackle the nuts and bolts of garden establishment, from sun chasing to wrangling stormwater and nurturing your soil. Rest assured, I haven't forgotten to sprinkle in tales from my own backyard escapades – like the strawberry-induced happiness and a family quiz night that blooms into a garden of laughter. We don't just scratch the surface; we dig deep with advice on choosing between the embrace of in-ground planting or the elevation of raised beds. Whether you're armed with a stirrup hoe or still brushing the dirt off your gardening gloves, Morgan and I are here to help you plant the seeds of a bountiful April garden."

Sometimes ... Jenkins (our AI assistant) nails the description. Other times... It's just funny.

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Tools for the no-till garden are stirrup hoe, garden fork, and a rake. Start there!

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Music on the podcast was composed by Kevin Dailey. The artist is Garden Friend. The track is the instrumental version of “On a Cloud”