

Stop Guessing. Start Growing. Welcome to the Ultimate Garden Blueprint.
Body Copy: Most big-box store advice will get your plants killed. The intense sun, the heavy wind, and the local wildlife require a completely different set of rules.
I'm Ken Lain, "Top 10 Gardener," and every week, I share the exact "un-killable" strategies we use to cheat the heat and build vibrant, blooming sanctuaries in USDA Zones 5–8.
Don't waste another season on generic advice. Hit that '+ Follow' button right now to get your weekly dose of mountain gardening success. Let's put some roots in the ground together.
Whether you are trying to force your mountain roses into non-stop blooms, figure out why your evergreens are dropping needles, or reclaim your patio from summer pests, we give you the hyper-local science to make it happen.
When you tune in, you'll discover:
- The Overlooked Truths: Fast diagnostics and 10-second pruning tricks that flatlander gardeners know nothing about.
- Seasonal Urgency: Exactly what to plant right now to guarantee roots get established in our Prescott soil.
- Insider Access: First dibs on our custom plant arrivals and premium garden kits before they sell out on our online store.
Don't waste another season on generic advice. Hit that '+ Follow' button right now to get your weekly dose of mountain gardening success. Let's put some roots in the ground together.
Stop Guessing. Start Growing. Welcome to the Ultimate Garden Blueprint.
Body Copy: Most big-box store advice will get your plants killed. The intense sun, the heavy wind, and the local wildlife require a completely different set of rules.
I'm Ken Lain, "Top 10 Gardener," and every week, I share the exact "un-killable" strategies we use to cheat the heat and build vibrant, blooming sanctuaries in USDA Zones 5–8.
Don't waste another season on generic advice. Hit that '+ Follow' button right now to get your weekly dose of mountain gardening success. Let's put some roots in the ground together.
Whether you are trying to force your mountain roses into non-stop blooms, figure out why your evergreens are dropping needles, or reclaim your patio from summer pests, we give you the hyper-local science to make it happen.
When you tune in, you'll discover:
- The Overlooked Truths: Fast diagnostics and 10-second pruning tricks that flatlander gardeners know nothing about.
- Seasonal Urgency: Exactly what to plant right now to guarantee roots get established in our Prescott soil.
- Insider Access: First dibs on our custom plant arrivals and premium garden kits before they sell out on our online store.
Don't waste another season on generic advice. Hit that '+ Follow' button right now to get your weekly dose of mountain gardening success. Let's put some roots in the ground together.
Episodes
Sep 3, 2025
Sep 3, 2025
6 min
Autumn is a bright, colorful time of year for Central Highlands gardens. Master Gardener Ken Lain shares the most vibrant and beautiful blooms to plant to make your garden an autumn showcase!
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Sep 2, 2025
Sep 2, 2025
10 min
Your garden can give you great produce deep into fall. Master Gardeners Ken and Lisa Lain help you to pick the best fall vegetables and how and when to plant them for best success. They will answer additional garden questions in this segment!
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Sep 1, 2025
Sep 1, 2025
11 min
In our Central Highlands challenging climate – think wind, heat, and long stretches without rain – watering the right way is crucial to your gardening success. Master Gardener Ken Lain shares the secrets to quenching your garden’s thirst during the hot, dry days of summer and fall.
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Aug 31, 2025
Aug 31, 2025
52 min
Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here!
Get ready to catch Ken and Lisa's gardening bug! They're bursting with knowledge and passion for growing beautiful things, and they're ready to share it all with you.
Don't miss out on this chance to level up your gardening game!
Included in This Week’s Show:
🌺 Late summer Pruning for Winter Long Beauty
🌳 Q and A: What is Better as a Privacy Screen - Arizona Cypress or Deodora Cedar?
💰How to Save Money at a Garden Center
🍁 Best Fall Plants for Autumn Flowers, Color and Blooms
🐗 Gardening with Javelina and other Back Yard Animals
🐛Preventing Green Tomato Worms in the Gardens
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Aug 30, 2025
🐛Preventing Green Tomato Worms in the Gardens
Aug 30, 2025
Aug 30, 2025
10 min
You’ve planted, watered and fed your tomatoes all summer, and your mouth is watering for that big, juicy produce fresh off the vine. But one morning, you visit your tomatoes and you’re shocked to find the plants have been stripped, and in the place of healthy leaves are giant, green, and hungry tomato hornworms. Master Gardener Ken Lain shares how to safely and organically keep these voracious pest off your tomatoes so you can enjoy your harvest!
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Aug 29, 2025
Aug 29, 2025
10 min
You’ve put hard work into your garden all spring and summer, and it’s frustrating if javelina, deer, skunks and more decide to feast on your efforts! Master Gardener Ken Lain shares ways to deter these wild visitors, and the plants and shrubs they don’t like!
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Aug 28, 2025
Aug 28, 2025
10 min
Fall is fast approaching, and the gardens are getting ready to sleep away the winter! But take heart, there are plenty of plants and flowers that will create a colorful show all the way through the fall! Master Gardeners Ken and Lisa Lain share what varieties of plants and flowers thrive through the fall season with great color and blooms, and how to care for them.
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Aug 27, 2025
💰How to Save Money at a Garden Center
Aug 27, 2025
Aug 27, 2025
7 min
It’s tempting to select “one of each” every time you visit the Garden Center, but finances don’t always agree! Master Gardener Ken Lain shares ways to save money at the Garden Center and still fill your garden with thriving, colorful flowers, trees and plants.
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Aug 26, 2025
Aug 26, 2025
11 min
A green and healthy living screen can add beauty and privacy to your landscape. Master Gardeners Ken and Lisa Lain help you to pick the best screens for your landscape, and this segment, will discuss the benefits of Arizona Cypress or Deodora Cedar for your living privacy screen.
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Aug 25, 2025
🌺 Late summer Pruning for Winter Long Beauty
Aug 25, 2025
Aug 25, 2025
10 min
Deadheading and pruning are crucial to keep your garden healthy and blooming and to set plants up for future success. Master Gardener Ken Lain shares how to prune your perennials, shrubs, vines and other plants so they’ll be healthy all winter and ready to give you spectacular growth and blooms next spring!
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Aug 24, 2025
Aug 24, 2025
52 min
Hey garden enthusiasts, Ken & Lisa Watters Lain, The Mountain Gardeners here!
Get ready to catch Ken and Lisa's gardening bug! They're bursting with knowledge and passion for growing beautiful things, and they're ready to share it all with you.
Don't miss out on this chance to level up your gardening game!
Included in This Week’s Show:
🌺 Hot Weather Blooms for Vibrant Prescott Gardens
🌳 Q and A: Which is the Better Tree Aspen or Birch
✈️ The Cost of Travel to Your Gardens
🌼 The Biggest Perennial Flowers of Summer
☹️ 4 Garden Blunders to Avoid at All Cost
🪴From Newbie to Garden Pro in Arizona
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Aug 23, 2025
🪴From Newbie to Garden Pro in Arizona
Aug 23, 2025
Aug 23, 2025
5 min
If you want to learn more about gardening in our unique Central Highlands climate, all you have to do is access your favorite social media – Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, PodBean, and the Watters Garden Center website – and you’ll find podcasts, videos, photos, columns and announcements – all to help you have the best garden experience with the best plants, the best products, and the best advice! Tune in today so you don’t miss out! Also be sure to join us for the Free Saturday Garden Classes, 9:30am at the Center, 1815 Iron Springs Rd. in Prescott – you’ll learn invaluable garden tips each time!
Be sure to save the date for the upcoming Grapes 4 Good event on September 28. Guests are treated to a festive garden party, delectable hors d'oeuvres catered by Chef Barry Barbe of El Gato Azul and Torme restaurants. and a wide and exciting selection of 12 different wines and artisan beers to sample. The event also features silent and luxury live auctions, with various golf and vacation experiences up for bid. Proceeds from this year's auctions benefit local school programs and provide college and vocational scholarships for Prescott area youth.
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Aug 22, 2025
☹️ 4 Garden Blunders to Avoid at All Cost
Aug 22, 2025
Aug 22, 2025
10 min
Gardening isn’t hard in the Central Highlands if you adhere to certain basics. The same applies to the few mistakes that will destroy your hard work in the garden. Master Gardener Ken Lain shares the four mistakes to avoid to keep your garden healthy.
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Aug 21, 2025
🌼 The Biggest Perennial Flowers of Summer
Aug 21, 2025
Aug 21, 2025
10 min
If you’ve visited the Garden Center lately, you’ll be amazed at such wonderful, huge perennial blooms as hibiscus, rudbeckia, dahlias, and much more! Master Gardeners Ken and Lisa Lain share what varieties of perennial flowers thrive and have huge blooms in the Central Highlands, and how to care for them. Great news! You can plant them now!
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Aug 20, 2025
✈️ The Cost of Travel to Your Gardens
Aug 20, 2025
Aug 20, 2025
7 min
You’ve worked hard to make your garden thrive this summer, and now you’re planning a trip. That’s enough to induce anxiety in most gardeners who love their plants! Master Gardener Ken Lain shares ways to enjoy your trip without worrying about your garden the entire time!
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