The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy

Struggling to figure out how to turn your love of gardening into something you can share—or even sell? In this episode, Sarah walks us through how she built a thriving cut flower business for her local farmers market...

Feeling the pressure of the holidays and shorter days? December gardening doesn't have to add to your stress. Instead of a list of chores, this episode walks you through simple, optional ways to stay connected to your...

Struggling to know which garden supplies are actually worth grabbing on Black Friday? In this episode, you'll learn which tools and supplies make the biggest difference next season. We'll walk through raised beds, seed...

Ever wondered how much of your Thanksgiving dinner could come straight from your garden? From potatoes to sage, your plate is packed with crops you can grow—and nutrients that nourish your body all winter long. In this...

When November arrives, it can feel like the garden season is winding down—but there's still so much happening if you know where to look. In this episode, Jill takes you on a walk through her own November garden to show...

Worried about what happens to your herbs when frost arrives? In this episode you'll learn which herbs survive winter outside, which to bring indoors, and simple steps to protect them. We'll cover pruning timing, zone...

Feeling guilty that your garden doesn't look like it used to? You're not alone. In this episode, I share how my own season of life changed my garden—and how you can adjust yours with less stress and more joy. You'll...

If your fall garden isn't producing the way you hoped—or if you're wondering whether your plants will even mature before frost—this episode is for you. After helping 10 gardeners across the country plan their fall...

Feeling discouraged by garden failures? You're not alone. In this episode, I walk through four issues I faced this year and how I'm troubleshooting each one so you can apply the same practical steps in your garden...

Struggling to tell which garden products are worth your money? You're not alone. Today I'm sharing what I learned on a behind-the-scenes visit to GreenStalk in Knoxville—how they design, test, and support a planter I've...

Worried your garlic sprouted too soon or won't survive winter? In this episode, I walk you through a clear garlic growing timeline so you know what's normal, what to expect by zone, and when to harvest. You'll learn...

This past week has been heavy — my dad's heart surgery and walking with friends through hard times. Normally my garden is my refuge, but lately it's been more discouraging than refreshing. From cutworms in the carrots...

How many times have you said, "It's just been too hot," or "We haven't had enough rain"? Weather is an easy scapegoat when our gardens struggle — but is it really the whole story? In this episode, I'm sharing a personal...

September can leave gardeners feeling torn — the weather whispers fall, but the garden seems ready to shut down. Should you plant more, or just call it quits until spring? In today's episode, I'll show you why the...

September can feel like a juggling act—summer crops still hanging on, fall crops needing attention, and the pressure to preserve your harvest before it goes to waste. In this episode, Jill shares a practical September...

Have you ever wondered if cover crops are worth the effort in a small garden or raised bed? In this episode, we're bringing back one of the most practical and eye-opening conversations from the podcast archives—with...

Parkinson's disease is the fastest-growing neurological disorder in the world—and according to neurologist and author Dr. Ray Dorsey, our environment may be playing a much larger role than we think. In this...

You've got a few tomatoes, a handful of cucumbers, maybe a pepper or two—but not enough for a full-blown canning session. In this episode, I'm sharing practical and easy ways to preserve those small harvests so nothing...

Depending on where you live, August can be a month of harvest abundance or extreme garden fatigue—or both. In today's episode, I'm meeting you where you are. Whether you're coasting through harvests or struggling with...

You followed all the fall gardening advice… so why isn't your garden thriving? In this episode, I'm breaking down 8 subtle but critical reasons fall gardens struggle—even when you're doing "everything right." From...

Most of us have an instinctual fear of snakes—but are they really the enemy in our gardens? In this episode, I'm joined by nature enthusiast Johnny Sain to shed light on the misunderstood world of snakes. We talk about...

🌞 Does Your Garden Need Shade in Summer? | The Beginner's Garden Podcast Have you ever walked into your garden on a 100-degree day and thought, "How are these plants still standing?" The truth is, some of them...

🎧 What to Start Indoors for Your Fall Garden (Yes, in July!) It may be blazing hot, but believe it or not—now's the time to start thinking about your fall garden. In this episode, I'll walk you through which crops you...

What to Plant in July (Yes, You Still Can!) Think it's too late to plant? Think again. In this episode of the Beginner's Garden Podcast, Jill shares exactly what you can still plant in July—whether you're refreshing...

Have you ever wondered if you could grow mushrooms right alongside your tomatoes? I hadn't either—until recently. In today's episode, I chat with Matt McInnis from North Spore about how beginners can grow mushrooms in...