

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
Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
🦟 How to Reclaim Your Backyard from Blood Sucking Pests
Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
Wednesday Jun 17, 2026
The summer evenings are cool and gorgeous. The garden is beautiful and it’s the perect time for a barbecue, or just enjoying family and friends outside. But then – that annoying buzzing of mosquitos and the sting of bites. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares what works to deter those awful insects and keep his patio and yard perfect for summer activities.
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Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
🌹Behind the Scene Follower Bonus: Insider Secret to Training Everblooming Roses
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
If you want spectacular roses that'll beautify your landscape all summer long, Mountain Gardener Ken Lain has some tips for you in this Follower Bonus!
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
🎖️ Meet an Active Duty Army Captain at This Watters Sip & Shop
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
Tuesday Jun 16, 2026
The Watters family is in Town, and Army Captain Lain is one of them! Captain Lain will be joining with Lains Sweet Wellness at this special summer Sip & Shop. Don’t miss out on patriotism, wellness, beautiful plants and a little wine on Thursday, June 18!
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🥕Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Monday Jun 15, 2026
Monday Jun 15, 2026
Sip & Shops have become a popular summer event at Watters Garden Center. This week, enjoy the beautiful blooms, a little wine and aesthetic wellness services from Lain’s Sweet Wellness! Join us this Thursday, June 18, from 4-6pm! Details online at www.wattersgardencenter.com.
🥕Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Sunday Jun 14, 2026
Sunday Jun 14, 2026
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:
🌼 Heat Seekers: 10 Flowers That Thrive in the Brutal Summer Sun
🌸 Q&A: Top 10 Perennials Groundcovers for Hillsides
🌳 Tree Emergency: The Tiny Katydid Secretly Bleeding Your Landscape Dry
🌻 Perennials that Love Blooming in Summer
🌺 Kelly Kall’s Secret to a Double Explosion of Summer Blooms
🌼 Your Blueprint to Endless Summer Blooms Starts This Saturday
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Saturday Jun 13, 2026
🌼 Your Blueprint to Endless Summer Blooms Starts This Saturday
Saturday Jun 13, 2026
Saturday Jun 13, 2026
If you’re new to gardening in the Central Highlands, or you want to up your garden game, Watters Garden Center’s free Saturday garden classes are a great way to learn all you need to know and more to be a garden success! Mountain Gardener Ken Lain and staff are ready with a new gardening class and answers to your questions every Saturday at 9:30am!
🌺 Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Friday Jun 12, 2026
🌸 Q&A: Top 10 Perennials Groundcovers for Hillsides
Friday Jun 12, 2026
Friday Jun 12, 2026
Hillsides can be a difficult landscaping problem, but Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share a number of beautiful and hardy perennials that will beautify the hillsides on your landscape for years to come!
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🥕Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Thursday Jun 11, 2026
🌻 Perennials that Love Blooming in Summer
Thursday Jun 11, 2026
Thursday Jun 11, 2026
You can have a spectacular array of flowers in your garden during the Central Highlands summer! Mountain Gardeners Ken and Lisa Watters-Lain share the best perennials that bloom over and over all summer!
🌺Ken & Lisa Lain, the Mountain Gardeners
Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special Offers!
#WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #SummerPerennials, #SunLovingFlowers, #FlowersPollinatorsLove
Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
🌳 Tree Emergency: The Tiny Katydid Secretly Bleeding Your Landscape Dry
Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
Wednesday Jun 10, 2026
If you’ve wondered what those clicking insects on your trees are, and if they are harming your landscape, Mountain Gardener Ken Lain identifies katydids and what to do if they get too aggressive in your trees or garden.
#WattersGardenCenter, #GardeningTips, #TheMountainGardener, #KenLain, #Katydids, #ControllingKatydids

Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares some insider information on how and when to score the freshest, newest and best plants at Watters Garden Center!
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
🌺 Kelly Kall’s Secret to a Double Explosion of Summer Blooms
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Clematis are one of the most beautiful and varied perennials that thrive in the Central Highlands. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain visits with Kelly Kall of Willoway Nurseries, who explains how the nursery’s clematis are grown and tested, and how you can order direct for the newest and most colorful varieties to be delivered right to your door!
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Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Monday Jun 08, 2026
🌼 Heat Seekers: 10 Flowers That Thrive in the Brutal Summer Sun
Monday Jun 08, 2026
Monday Jun 08, 2026
Summer’s here, and June has some of the hottest days, along with a good amount of wind. You might think your garden will give up under these conditions, but wait! Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the bright, hardy summer flowers that look even better and thrive in the heat!
🥕Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Sunday Jun 07, 2026
Sunday Jun 07, 2026
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:
🍂 The Overlooked Truth About Needle Drop and Yellowing Leaves
🌳 Q &A: Fast-Growing Shade Tree as a Father’s Day Gift
🌺 Hide That Ugly Fence with Vertical Fireworks.
🌻 Summer Flowers that Bloom in brutal sun
🍓Mountain Hardy Berries just arrived and they are moving fast!
🍎 How to turn your useless side yard into an orchard
Subscribe to The Top 10 Gardener Podcast today and get your hands dirty with expert tips and tricks. You'll find it on all your favorite podcast platforms. To Watch the Entire Podcast Show, Tap or Click on the Link Below Subscribe for Top 10 Gardener updates!
https://themountaingardener.podbean.com/
🎙️Ken & Lisa Lain, The Mountain Gardeners
#WattersGardenCenter, #WattersGardencenterAZ, #TheMountainGardener, #GardeningTips, #KenLain, #WattersGardenClasses, #WattersOnlineStore, #WattersOnlineExclusives, #CentralHighlandsGardening, #YellowingLeaves, #ChelatedIron, #PlantNutrients, #CentralHighlandsGardening, #PlantFeeding, #TreeFruitDrop, #FastGrowingTrees, #ShadeTrees, #Father’sDay, #Clematis, #GrowingClematis, #ClematisVines, #SummerPerennials, #SunLovingFlowers, #FlowersPollinatorsLove, #Blackberries, #Blueberries, #Raspberries, #Strawberries, #FreshBerries, #GrowingBerries, #FruitSnacksApple, #ColumnarApple, # Fruit Snacks Columnar Apple
Saturday Jun 06, 2026
🍎 How to Turn Your Useless Side Yard Into An Orchard
Saturday Jun 06, 2026
Saturday Jun 06, 2026
One of the best things about gardening is trying out the new varieties and hybrids that come out each year. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares the new Fruit Snacks Blushing Delight™ columnar apple. Just two feet wide, this apple tree grows beautiful fruits and can be planted in a container or a narrow garden area. Don’t wait, get your Fruit Snacks Columnar Apple today!
🌺 Ken Lain, The Mountain Gardener
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Not already a Garden Club Member? Click Below to Join and be notified of Plant Preorders and other Special Offers
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Friday Jun 05, 2026
Friday Jun 05, 2026
Watters Garden Center and The Daily Courier partnered earlier this year to encourage gardeners to plant 250 trees for America’s 250th anniversary. The partnership has been very successful, with people planting trees in their own yards and donating them to plant at local schools. Each tree comes with a commemorative medallion. Mountain Gardener Ken Lain shares how you can participate in this great partnership!