Good Growing Podcast 🌱🎧 University of Illinois Extension 🇺🇸 

👉 A treasure trove of science-backed gardening knowledge! Hosted by passionate University of Illinois Extension educators, this podcast covers everything from vegetable gardening and composting to soil health and pest control. 🎙️ Style: Research-based, practical, expert advice 📅 📅 Episodes: 250+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Chris Enroth, Ken Johnson (horticulture educators)

📍 Garden location: Illinois (Zone 5b-6a) – diverse gardening conditions covered

✅ Pros: Expert, research-backed advice, easy-to-apply tips

❌ Cons: Some topics may be Illinois-specific

👥 Audience: Home gardeners, vegetable growers, sustainable gardening enthusiasts

📌 Why Listen? Science-based gardening insights from experts who know their stuff!

📸 Instagram: @uiextension  🌍 Website: extension.illinois.edu/good-growing

The Beginner's Garden Podcast with Jill McSheehy 🌱🎧 🇺🇸

👉 Jill McSheehy makes vegetable gardening easy, stress-free, and fun with step-by-step guidance for every season. 🎙️ Style: Beginner-friendly, step-by-step guides 📅 Episodes: 500 | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Jill McSheehy, passionate gardener & author

📍 Garden location: Arkansas (Zone 7b) – raised beds & in-ground plots

✅ Pros: Super clear for beginners, practical advice

❌ Cons: We didn't find any!

👥 Audience: New gardeners needing a strong foundation

📌 Why Listen? Jill makes gardening simple and stress-free!

📺 YouTube: @TheBeginnersGarden 📸 Instagram: @thebeginnersgarden 

🌍 Website: journeywithjill.net

Backyard Gardens Podcast 🏡🌽🎙️ By Ben Gardner and Batavia Choctaw 🇺🇸 

👉 A gardening podcast that feels like chatting with old friends! Ben & Batavia bring humor, real-life tips, and down-to-earth advice.  🎙️ Style: Casual, engaging, full of laughs & real-life tips.  Episodes: 400 | Weekly updates

👨‍🌾 Hosts: Ben Gardner & Batavia Choctaw, backyard gardeners with different climates

📍 Garden location: Two perspectives: Midwest & Southern USA. Batavia gardens in Chicago, Illinois (Zone 6)

✅ Pros: Friendly & fun, practical gardening chat

❌ Cons: Some off-topic moments, but always entertaining

👥 Audience: Beginner & intermediate backyard growers

📌 Why Listen? Their chemistry is amazing—like gardening with friends!

📺 YouTube: @BackyardGardensTV.     📸 Instagram: @backyardgardensTV

Dakota Growing by NDSU Extension 🌱🎧 🇺🇸

👉 Perfect for cold-climate gardeners! This podcast helps northern gardeners navigate short seasons with expert tips on soil, seeds, and sustainability.   🎙️ Style: Extension-led, research-based guidance. 📅 Episodes: 25 | Monthly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: NDSU Extension horticulturists

📍 Garden location: North Dakota, USA (Zone 3-4) – cold-climate research gardens

✅ Pros: Best advice for cold-weather gardening

❌ Cons: Not as relevant for warm-climate gardeners

👥 Audience: Gardeners in short-season, northern climates

📌 Why Listen? If you garden in a cold region, this is a must-listen!

📸 Instagram: @ndsuext. 🌍 Website: ndsu.edu/agriculture/extension

The Veg Grower Podcast by Richard 🥦📻 by richard 🇬🇧

👉 Perfect for UK gardeners! Richard shares real-life allotment gardening wisdom, straight from his own experience. 🎙️ Style: Personal experiences, hands-on techniques. Episodes: 300+ | Weekly updates

👨‍🌾 Host: Richard, UK-based allotment & veggie garden expert

📍 Garden location: UK (Zone 8) – allotment & home garden

✅ Pros: Authentic, practical allotment advice

❌ Cons: UK-focused, may differ from US growing conditions

👥 Audience: Home gardeners, especially those with allotments

📌 Why Listen? Richard shares his real gardening journey—the ups, downs, and everything in between!

📺 YouTube: @TheVegGrowerPodcast. 📸 Instagram: @theveggrowerpodcast

The Gardenangelists 🌸📚By Carol Michel & Dee Nash 🇺🇸

👉 A mix of history, humor, and gardening wisdom! Carol & Dee bring storytelling and expert advice into every episode.     Style: A blend of history, humor, and gardening wisdom. 📅 Episodes: 300+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Carol Michel & Dee Nash, garden writers & speakers

📍 Garden location: Indiana & Oklahoma (Zones 5b & 7a)

✅ Pros: Entertaining and educational, witty conversations

❌ Cons: Mixes ornamental & edible gardening topics

👥 Audience: Listeners who enjoy gardening history & stories

📌 Why Listen? They combine gardening tips with literary gems!

📸 Instagram: @thegardenangelists

Row by Row Garden Show by Greg and Sheila 🥕🎧🇺🇸

👉 A delightful journey into homesteading! Greg and Sheila share their experiences, from seed starting to harvest, making gardening approachable for all. 🎙️ Style: Conversational, practical tips 

📅 Episodes: 150+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Greg and Sheila, passionate homesteaders and founders of Hoss Tools

📍 Garden location: Georgia, USA (Zone 8a) – extensive homestead garden

✅ Pros: Hands-on advice, family-friendly content

❌ Cons: Focuses primarily on Southern U.S. gardening

👥 Audience: Homesteaders and gardeners seeking practical, down-to-earth advice

📌 Why Listen? Their genuine enthusiasm and practical insights inspire gardeners of all levels.

📺 YouTube: @HossTools.  📸 Instagram: @hosstools. 🌍 Website: hosstools.com

The Evergreen Thumb by WSU Extension Master Gardener Program 🌿🎧 🇺🇸 

👉 A science-backed gardening guide! Hosted by Washington State University Master Gardeners, this podcast delivers university-based knowledge on growing food and flowers, tackling pests, and improving soil health.  🎙️ Style: Expert-led, research-based gardening insights 📅 Episodes: 50+ | Monthly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: WSU Master Gardener instructors

📍 Garden location: Washington State, USA (Zones 6-8) – educational gardens & test plots

✅ Pros: Reliable, research-based gardening info

❌ Cons: Some episodes focus on non-edible plants

👥 Audience: Gardeners seeking science-backed methods

📌 Why Listen? WSU’s expertise ensures you get proven gardening advice.

📸 Instagram: @wsumastergardeners.  Website: mastergardener.wsu.edu

The Gardening with Joey and Holly Radio Show 🎙️🌿 By Joey & Holly Baird🇺🇸 

👉 A gardening talk show packed with expert guests! Joey & Holly bring professional knowledge with a fun, interactive radio style.  🎙️ Style: Traditional radio format with expert guests.  Episodes: 1000+ | Weekly updates during the season

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Joey & Holly Baird, experienced gardeners & educators

📍 Garden location: Milwaukee, WI (Zone 5a) – raised beds & in-ground plots

✅ Pros: Covers everything from soil prep to pest control

❌ Cons: Some ads (radio format), but worth it for the content

👥 Audience: Home gardeners who love practical, science-backed advice

📌 Why Listen? Their guest lineup is fantastic—from soil scientists to market gardeners!

📺 YouTube: @TheWisconsinVegetableGardener  📸 Instagram: @thewiveggardener

The Beet: A Podcast for Plant Lovers 🍅🌱🎙️ by Kevin Espiritu 🇺🇸 

👉 Quick, fun, and packed with wisdom! Kevin Espiritu makes gardening exciting with his fast-paced, no-nonsense tips.   🎙️ Style: Quick, info-packed episodes (usually under 15 min). Episodes: 2000 | Multiple updates per week

👨‍🌾 Host: Kevin Espiritu (Epic Gardening founder)

📍 Garden location: San Diego, CA (Zone 10a) – urban gardening setup

✅ Pros: Short & to the point, science-backed gardening tips

❌ Cons: Episodes are brief, some wish for deeper dives

👥 Audience: Urban & small-space gardeners, fast learners

📌 Why Listen? Kevin simplifies gardening science and has endless energy!

📺 YouTube: @epicgardening  📸 Instagram: @epicgardening

Gardening Simplified - Newsradio WOOD 1300 🌿🎧By Rick Vuyst & Stacey Hirvela🇺🇸 

👉 A fun, lighthearted take on gardening! This radio show-turned-podcast delivers practical gardening advice with humor and real-world experience.   🎙️ Style: Radio show format, casual & engaging. 📅 Episodes: 200+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Rick Vuyst & Stacey Hirvela, professional horticulturists

📍 Garden location: Michigan, USA (Zone 5-6) – community and private gardens

✅ Pros: Entertaining, covers a broad range of topics

❌ Cons: Not strictly vegetable-focused, includes landscaping topics

👥 Audience: Gardeners who enjoy humor and relatable advice

📌 Why Listen? The lighthearted tone makes gardening fun and stress-free.

📺 YouTube: @GardeningSimplifiedShow. 📸 Instagram: @gardening_simplified_show

🌍 Website: gardeningsimplifiedonair.com

Garden Basics with Farmer Fred 🌾🎙️ by Fred Hoffman 🇺🇸

👉 Straightforward, time-tested gardening wisdom! Veteran garden expert Fred Hoffman offers practical advice tailored to home growers.  🎙️ Style: Expert-led, easy-to-follow guidance 📅 Episodes: 300+ | Weekly updates

👨‍🌾 Host: Fred Hoffman, longtime gardener & radio host

📍 Garden location: California, USA (Zone 9b) – backyard orchard & raised vegetable beds

✅ Pros: Practical tips for all skill levels, great for beginners

❌ Cons: Some content is region-specific (California gardening focus)

👥 Audience: Gardeners looking for reliable, hands-on techniques

📌 Why Listen? Fred’s no-nonsense advice saves time and effort!

📺 YouTube: None found 📸 Instagram: @farmerfredhoffman 🌍 Website: farmerfred.com

Encyclopedia Botanica with Hilary Dahl 📚🌿 🇺🇸

👉 A deep dive into the science of gardening! Hilary Dahl offers detailed explorations of plant cultivation, perfect for the curious gardener.   🎙️ Style: Educational, topic-focused episodes. 

📅 Episodes: 100+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Hilary Dahl, co-owner of Seattle Urban Farm Company

📍 Garden location: Seattle, WA (Zone 8b) – urban farm projects

✅ Pros: Detailed, science-based information

❌ Cons: Some episodes may be too technical for beginners

👥 Audience: Gardeners interested in the science behind plant cultivation

📌 Why Listen? Hilary's expertise and clear explanations make complex topics understandable.

📸 Instagram: @seattleurbanfarmco  🌍 Website: seattleurbanfarmco.com

Smart Gardens by Extension.UMN.edu 🌾🎙️ Minnesoota 🇺🇸

👉 Bringing university research straight to your garden! The University of Minnesota Extension gardening experts discuss vegetable gardening, soil health, composting, and more. 🎙️ Style: Research-based, expert interviews. 📅 Episodes: 400+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: UMN Extension Master Gardeners

📍 Garden location: Minnesota, USA (Zone 3-4) – cold-hardy gardening techniques

✅ Pros: Reliable, university-backed advice, practical tips

❌ Cons: Less relevant for warm-climate gardeners

👥 Audience: Science-driven gardeners looking for tested, proven methods

📌 Why Listen? UMN’s science-first approach ensures trustworthy, research-backed advice.

📸 Instagram: @umnextension 🌍 Website: extension.umn.edu

Backyard Farmer🌱🎧 University of Nebraska Extension 🇺🇸 

👉 Nebraska’s ultimate gardening and lawn care show! Since 1953, this beloved radio, TV, and podcast series has been helping gardeners grow healthier plants and solve tricky landscape problems. 🎙️ Style: Practical, expert-driven, highly engaging  📅 Episodes: 1000+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Kim Todd, Fred Baxendale (horticulture & entomology experts)

📍 Garden location: Nebraska (Zone 4b-5b) – prairie conditions, extreme weather

✅ Pros: Longest-running gardening program, very practical advice

❌ Cons: Some episodes focus more on landscaping than vegetable gardening

👥 Audience: Home gardeners, urban farmers, sustainability-minded growers

📌 Why Listen? A legendary gardening show with trusted expert advice!

📺 YouTube: @BackyardFarmerTV. 📸 Instagram: @backyardfarmerunl

🌍 Website: byf.unl.edu

Master Gardener Podcast with Pauline Plooard 🌱🎙️ 🇺🇸 

👉 A friendly, informative gardening guide! Pauline Plooard shares advice from her years as a Master Gardener, covering everything from vegetable gardening to pest management.  🎙️ Style: Educational, Q&A-based. 📅  Episodes: 30+ | Bi-weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Pauline Plooard, certified Master Gardener

📍 Garden location: Midwest, USA (Zone 5-6) – raised beds & home orchard

✅ Pros: Clear, easy-to-follow advice for all levels

❌ Cons: Episodes are sometimes short and leave you wanting more

👥 Audience: Gardeners looking for practical, no-nonsense advice

📌 Why Listen? Pauline’s down-to-earth teaching makes gardening feel effortless.

The Rusted Garden & From Coast to Coast 🌍🍅 By Gary Pilarchik (Interrupted)🇺🇸

👉 Tomato lovers, this one’s for you! Gary Pilarchik is a true expert, sharing detailed tips to grow the best tomatoes and veggies.    Style: Deep dives into specific gardening techniques. Episodes: 30

👨‍🌾 Host: Gary Pilarchik, tomato-growing legend & garden educator

📍 Garden location: Maryland (Zone 7a) – raised beds, containers, in-ground plots

✅ Pros: Highly detailed tips, expert tomato-growing advice

❌ Cons: Less structured, but very informative

👥 Audience: Serious vegetable gardeners, tomato lovers

📌 Why Listen? Gary is THE tomato guru—his advice is gold!

📺 YouTube: @TheRustedGarden.  📸 Instagram: @therustedgarden

The Relentless Gardener Podcast 🌱🎧 Colorado State University Extension 🇺🇸 

👉 Gardening with a passion! Linda Langelo, a horticulture agent at CSU Extension, dives into plant health, vegetable gardening, and urban gardening solutions, all while emphasizing water-wise techniques. 🎙️ Style: Informative, sustainable, region-specific 📅 Episodes: 50+ | Monthly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Linda Langelo (horticulture expert)

📍 Garden location: Colorado (Zone 5a-6a) – high-altitude and dry-climate gardening

✅ Pros: Great for Western U.S. gardeners, practical tips

❌ Cons: Episodes can be infrequent

👥 Audience: Sustainable gardeners, dry-climate growers, permaculture fans

📌 Why Listen? Perfect for gardeners tackling water conservation and challenging climates!

Instagram: @csuextension

Keeping It Green🌱🎧 Penn State Extension 🇺🇸 

👉 Science-backed gardening wisdom! Penn State Extension experts break down soil health, pest management, and sustainable gardening with real research and field-tested experience. 🎙️ Style: Technical, research-driven, educational  📅 Episodes: 50+ | Monthly updates

👩‍🌾 Hosts: Margaret Pickoff, Tom Butzler, Sandy Feather, Tim Abbey (horticulture educators)

📍 Garden location: Pennsylvania (Zone 5b-7a) – temperate climate, diverse crops

✅ Pros: Deep horticultural expertise, excellent resource for serious gardeners

❌ Cons: Some episodes are highly technical

👥 Audience: Home gardeners, small-scale farmers, plant science enthusiasts

📌 Why Listen? Perfect for those who love research-backed gardening advice!

📸 Instagram: @pennstateextension

🌍 Website: extension.psu.edu/keeping-it-green

Gardenerd Tip of the Week with Christy Wilhelmi 🌱🎧 (16 years of episodes!)🇺🇸 

👉 Quick, actionable tips for the busy gardener! Christy Wilhelmi shares weekly nuggets of wisdom to keep your garden thriving.  🎙️ Style: Short, tip-focused episodes. 📅 Episodes: 300+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Christy Wilhelmi, author and founder of Gardenerd

📍 Garden location: Los Angeles, CA (Zone 10b) – small-space urban garden

✅ Pros: Concise, practical advice

❌ Cons: Limited depth due to short episode length

👥 Audience: Busy gardeners seeking quick, actionable tips

📌 Why Listen? Christy's succinct advice helps gardeners maximize productivity.

📺 YouTube: @Gardenerd1. 📸 Instagram: @gardenerd1.  🌍 Website: gardenerd.com

The Sunshine Gardening Podcast🌱🎧 University of Kentucky Extension🇺🇸 

👉 A bright and cheerful take on gardening! Kristin Hildabrand shares seasonal tips, expert insights, and practical advice for growing vegetables, flowers, and herbs in the Southeast. 🎙️ Style: Seasonal, beginner-friendly, practical 📅 Episodes: 50+ | Biweekly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Kristin Hildabrand (horticulture agent)

📍 Garden location: Kentucky (Zone 6b-7a) – mild winters, hot summers

✅ Pros: Seasonal gardening advice, strong community connection

❌ Cons: Focuses mostly on Kentucky’s climate

👥 Audience: Beginners to intermediate gardeners in the South

📌 Why Listen? A warm and engaging podcast with timely gardening tips!

📸 Instagram: @ukyhort

Garden Variety🌱🎧 Iowa State University Extension 🇺🇸 

👉 Practical and approachable gardening knowledge! Host Charity Nebbe, alongside Iowa State University horticulturists, discusses everything from soil health to companion planting.🎙️ Style: Conversational, science-based, practical 📅 Episodes: 130+ | Weekly updates

👩‍🌾 Host: Charity Nebbe (radio journalist)

📍 Garden location: Iowa (Zone 5a-5b) – harsh winters, rich Midwestern soil

✅ Pros: Engaging discussions, seasonal gardening topics

❌ Cons: Focused on Midwestern conditions

👥 Audience: Backyard gardeners, homesteaders, science-minded growers

📌 Why Listen? Friendly yet informative, with real expert insights from ISU Extension!

📸 Instagram: @iastateextension

🌍 Website: yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu