The Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor Howard Garrett has extensive experience in natural organic landscaping, greenhouse growing, golf course planning and maintenance, and natural organic product development. He provides advice on natural organic gardening, landscaping, pet health, pest control and natural living. 

For decades, Howard Garrett hosted the Dirt Doctor Radio Show, and this archive has over 3,300 of those podcasts. The most recent posts are the audio portion of his online video podcasts. Find those on YouTube and Facebook. Link to either of those from the https://dirtdoctor.com/ site.

]]> en-us Podomatic RSS Generator Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:49:53 +0000 howard, ,garrett, ,organic, ,gardening, ,garden, ,trees, Copyright 2026 Howard Garrett featuring The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett Howard Garrett info@dirtdoctor.com episodic false no https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/1b/d9/dc/dirtdoctor/0x0_17669103.jpeg The Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor Howard Garrett Howard Garrett has extensive experience in natural organic landscaping, greenhouse growing, golf course planning and maintenance, and natural organic product development. He provides advice on natural organic gardening, landscaping, pet health, pest control and natural living. For decades, Howard Garrett hosted the Dirt Doctor Radio Show, and this archive has over 3,300 of those podcasts. The most recent posts are the audio portion of his online video podcasts. Find those on YouTube and Facebook. Link to either of those from the https://dirtdoctor.com/ site. Episode 815: June 6, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio June 6, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 815 1 full The June 6, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett answers questions sent in by podcast listeners and web site readers to the Dirt Doctor site's "Ask Howard" feature. Lots of questions that came in that way this week, including photos from a listener. He also discusses the Dirt Doctor "Guides" and the reason for several formulas for his Tree Trunk Goop to restore injured trees. Finally, there are tips on safety when working with products like hydrogen peroxide.

Show Notes:
SPCA dogs
Poison Hemlock
Hydrogen Peroxide
Sick Tree Treatment
Tree Trunk Goop formulas
Pecan Tree Program 
Pest control via tomato foliage tea
Nightshade family
Scorpions
Gardening Tools (Hori Hori knife)
Calendar and Dirt Doctor Guides
Public speaking events
Garrett Juice
Almond Verbena
Turks Cap
EFI Newsletter (https://essentialformulas.com/newsletter-subscription/)
Book availablity
Cheat Sheet

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Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-06-06T22_49_51-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-06-06T22_49_51-07_00 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 05:49:51 +0000 2026-06-07 2026-06-07 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-06-06T22_49_51-07_00 Howard Garrett organic gardening,landscape architecture,landscape design,poison hemlock,hydrogen peroxide,sick tree treatment,tree trunk goop formulas,pecan tree program (tomato foliage tea),nightshade family,scorpions,gardening tools (hori hori knife),calendar and dirt 2274 false The June 6, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett answers questions sent in by podcast listeners and web site readers to the Dirt Doctor site's "Ask Howard" feature. Lots of questions that came in that way this week, including photos from a listener. He also discusses the Dirt Doctor "Guides" and the reason for several formulas for his Tree Trunk Goop to restore injured trees. Finally, there are tips on safety when working with products like hydrogen peroxide.Show Notes:SPCA dogsPoison HemlockHydrogen PeroxideSick Tree TreatmentTree Trunk Goop formulasPecan Tree Program Pest control via tomato foliage teaNightshade familyScorpionsGardening Tools (Hori Hori knife)Calendar and Dirt Doctor GuidesPublic speaking eventsGarrett JuiceAlmond VerbenaTurks CapEFI Newsletter (https://essentialformulas.com/newsletter-subscription/)Book availablityCheat SheetAdvertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.com The June 6, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett answers questions sent in by podcast li... Episode 814: May 30, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio May 30, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 814 1 full The May 30, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett answers a few questions sent in by listeners and readers to the Dirt Doctor web site's "Ask Howard" feature. The bulk of the podcast is a discussion of the books he has written to do with landscape design and organic gardening. He updated the current status of the "Cheat Sheet" list of tips he used when he was on the radio show and has continued to enlarge. 

Show Notes:
SPCA
Cheat Sheet
Essential Formula newsletter recommendation
Axis deer (chital) venison
Fermented foods
Ginkgo tree planting in summer
History of Howard Garrett books

Advertisers:

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Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-31T13_04_35-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-31T13_04_35-07_00 Sun, 31 May 2026 20:04:35 +0000 2026-05-31 2026-05-31 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-31T13_04_35-07_00 Howard Garrett organic gardening,landscape architecture,landscape design,books by howard garrett,fermented foods,dirt doctor cheat sheet,axis deer venison,ginkgo tree planting,garrett books retrospective 2835 false The May 30, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett answers a few questions sent in by listeners and readers to the Dirt Doctor web site's "Ask Howard" feature. The bulk of the podcast is a discussion of the books he has written to do with landscape design and organic gardening. He updated the current status of the "Cheat Sheet" list of tips he used when he was on the radio show and has continued to enlarge. Show Notes:SPCACheat SheetEssential Formula newsletter recommendationAxis deer (chital) venisonFermented foodsGinkgo tree planting in summerHistory of Howard Garrett booksAdvertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.com The May 30, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett answers a few questions sent in by list... Episode 813: May 23, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio May 23, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 813 1 full The May 23, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett continues with answering questions sent in by listeners and readers to the Dirt Doctor web site's "Ask Howard" feature. 

Guest on Interview from EarthX: Michelle - Rebel with a Rake (https://www.instagram.com/rebelwitharake/)

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Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-31T09_23_51-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-31T09_23_51-07_00 Sun, 31 May 2026 16:23:51 +0000 2026-05-31 2026-05-31 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-31T09_23_51-07_00 Howard Garrett mulch,compost,beneficial microorganisms,fungus,healthy soil 3344 false The May 23, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett continues with answering questions sent in by listeners and readers to the Dirt Doctor web site's "Ask Howard" feature. Guest on Interview from EarthX: Michelle - Rebel with a Rake (https://www.instagram.com/rebelwitharake/)Advertisers:Douglass King Seed https://www.dkseeds.com/Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.com The May 23, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett continues with answering questions sent... Episode 812: May 16, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio May 16, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 812 1 full The May 16, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett continues with answering questions sent in by listeners and readers to the Dirt Doctor web site's "Ask Howard" feature. This week covers his continuing sale of art from the former office and gallery space and a discussion of the evolution of the "cheat sheet" of helpful answers that was an appendix of a new (yet unpublished) book. He also discussed ants, fleas, flatworms, setting fruit on squash, and the use of sulfur. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast. 

Guest on Interview from EarthX: Lucas Evans

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Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Q&A
Lemon balm and hibiscus flowers in tea
More art for sale after estate sale
Cheat sheet
Planarian worms
Ants in trees
Sick tree treatment
fleas
setting fruits on squash plants
sulfur


]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-16T21_43_14-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-16T21_43_14-07_00 Sun, 17 May 2026 04:43:14 +0000 2026-05-17 2026-05-17 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-16T21_43_14-07_00 Howard Garrett lemon balm and hibiscus flowers in tea,more art for sale after estate sale,dirt doctor cheat sheet,planarian worms,ants in trees,sick tree treatment,fleas,setting fruits on squash plants,sulphur,growing hemp 3042 false The May 16, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett continues with answering questions sent in by listeners and readers to the Dirt Doctor web site's "Ask Howard" feature. This week covers his continuing sale of art from the former office and gallery space and a discussion of the evolution of the "cheat sheet" of helpful answers that was an appendix of a new (yet unpublished) book. He also discussed ants, fleas, flatworms, setting fruit on squash, and the use of sulfur. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast. Guest on Interview from EarthX: Lucas EvansAdvertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Q&ALemon balm and hibiscus flowers in teaMore art for sale after estate saleCheat sheetPlanarian wormsAnts in treesSick tree treatmentfleassetting fruits on squash plantssulfur The May 16, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett continues with answering questions sent... Episode 811: May 9, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio May 9, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 811 1 full A wide-ranging set of questions came in last week for the Question and Answer portion of the May 9, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett. He spoke his "cheat sheet" of helpful answers, about the benefits of using mosquito dunks and bits, and of various types of pest control. There are paint color recommendations for hiding features in the landscape (fences, utility boxes, even garden furniture) and the usual gardening questions about bed preparation and plant lists. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.

Guest on Interview from EarthX: Bruce Melton 

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Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Show Notes: Q&A 

Essential Formulas newsletter
Sauerkraut
Kampuku soap
bed preparation
Dirt Doctor "Cheat Sheet"
Bti for caterpillar pests
Summit mosquito dunks and bits
BioWash by PureGreen on pests
Elvis and Nellie rescue dogs
Leaf Hoppers
Tree climbing dogs
Hypoxylon canker
Fire Ant control
Gasoline/diesel contamination
Bark chewed off tree by cows
Sluggo
Desert Rose
Paint recommendations (landscape objects)
Lambert green and GoAway Green
Silver Honey
Weeds in acreage
Plant list 
AI products
Squash plants - vine borers & beetle control

https://www.dirtdoctor.com 

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-16T21_38_34-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-16T21_38_34-07_00 Sun, 17 May 2026 04:38:34 +0000 2026-05-17 2026-05-17 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-16T21_38_34-07_00 Howard Garrett essential formulas newsletter,sauerkraut,kampuku soap,garden bed preparation,dirt doctor "cheat sheet",bti,summit mosquito dunks,biowash by puregreen,leaf hoppers,hypoxylon canker,fire ant control,gasoline/diesel contamination,bark chewed off tree by cows 3355 false A wide-ranging set of questions came in last week for the Question and Answer portion of the May 9, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett. He spoke his "cheat sheet" of helpful answers, about the benefits of using mosquito dunks and bits, and of various types of pest control. There are paint color recommendations for hiding features in the landscape (fences, utility boxes, even garden furniture) and the usual gardening questions about bed preparation and plant lists. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.Guest on Interview from EarthX: Bruce Melton Advertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Show Notes: Q&A Essential Formulas newsletterSauerkrautKampuku soapbed preparationDirt Doctor "Cheat Sheet"Bti for caterpillar pestsSummit mosquito dunks and bitsBioWash by PureGreen on pestsElvis and Nellie rescue dogsLeaf HoppersTree climbing dogsHypoxylon cankerFire Ant controlGasoline/diesel contaminationBark chewed off tree by cowsSluggoDesert RosePaint recommendations (landscape objects)Lambert green and GoAway GreenSilver HoneyWeeds in acreagePlant list AI productsSquash plants - vine borers & beetle controlhttps://www.dirtdoctor.com  A wide-ranging set of questions came in last week for the Question and Answer portion of the May ... Episode 810: May 2, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio May 2, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 810 1 full The two main parts of the May 2, 2026, podcast are a tour of Howard's Garden and one of several interviews Howard Garrett conducted in April at the EarthX conference. This week's interview is a discussion with Rainmaker.Earth representative Kevin Hauschel, their VP of Sales and Business Development in North America. The Canadian company offers "transformative water technology that restructures irrigation water so that it has the characteristics of rainwater through an advanced oxidation process." 

Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.

Advertisers:
Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/

Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com


]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-04T10_43_01-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-04T10_43_01-07_00 Mon, 04 May 2026 17:43:01 +0000 2026-05-04 2026-05-04 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-04T10_43_01-07_00 Howard Garrett organic method and water savings,hydrogen peroxide,ginkgo tree,tree flares,native trees,well-adapted trees,groundcover,rainmaker-earth,earthx,garden tour,in howard's garden 1775 false The two main parts of the May 2, 2026, podcast are a tour of Howard's Garden and one of several interviews Howard Garrett conducted in April at the EarthX conference. This week's interview is a discussion with Rainmaker.Earth representative Kevin Hauschel, their VP of Sales and Business Development in North America. The Canadian company offers "transformative water technology that restructures irrigation water so that it has the characteristics of rainwater through an advanced oxidation process." Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.Advertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.com The two main parts of the May 2, 2026, podcast are a tour of Howard's Garden and one of several i... Episode 809: April 25, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio April 25, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 809 1 full The biggest part of this week's podcast is a discussion of the Dirt Doctor's "cheat sheet," a multi-page list of the items he was asked about most often on the radio show. The list was there for quick lookup in case he forgot some detail, and it has grown over the years, old things removed, new techniques and products added. Howard also touched on his visit to this year's EarthX conference in downtown Dallas, and plans to air future interviews from there. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.

Advertisers:
Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/

Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

Show Notes:
SPCA report
EarthX

Overview of the Dirt Doctor's best tips from his cheat sheet. Want your own copy? The email is info@dirtdoctor.com or you can send a self-address stamped envelope to the address given at the end of the podcast.

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-02T20_16_40-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-02T20_16_40-07_00 Sun, 03 May 2026 03:16:40 +0000 2026-05-03 2026-05-03 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-05-02T20_16_40-07_00 Howard Garrett sick tree treatment,compost,herbicides,mosquitoes,fire ants,hydrogen peroxide,dry molasses,comfrey,bed preparation,garrett juice,beneficial insects,vinegar,organic gardening,organic living,arborists 3345 false The biggest part of this week's podcast is a discussion of the Dirt Doctor's "cheat sheet," a multi-page list of the items he was asked about most often on the radio show. The list was there for quick lookup in case he forgot some detail, and it has grown over the years, old things removed, new techniques and products added. Howard also touched on his visit to this year's EarthX conference in downtown Dallas, and plans to air future interviews from there. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.Advertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.comShow Notes:SPCA reportEarthXOverview of the Dirt Doctor's best tips from his cheat sheet. Want your own copy? The email is info@dirtdoctor.com or you can send a self-address stamped envelope to the address given at the end of the podcast. The biggest part of this week's podcast is a discussion of the Dirt Doctor's "cheat sheet," a mul... Episode 808: April 18, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio April 18, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 808 1 full The biggest part of this week's podcast is a tour of Howard's art gallery, in preparation for an April 25, 2026 show and sale. The Dirt Doctor non-profit TORC (Texas Organic Research Center) has been supported for many years by the sale of Howard's art. Howard also answers questions about his research into the best formula to duplicate the weedkiller mix in Agralawn Crabgrass Killer, how and when to transplant yucca, and if horse manure is safe to use in the garden. In a related topic, he describes the easy test for herbicide contamination in compost (comes from manure in animals that ate hay with herbicide treatment), and wraps up with a discussion of the sick tree treatment and haint blue paint.

Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.

Advertisers:

Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. 
https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/

Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com


Show Notes:
SPCA report
Art Show gallery tour
Q&A
Weed killer mixture tests (Agralawn formula)
transplant yucca
blackberries
horse manure in garden
herbicide contamination test (for manure)
squirrels chewing post oak bark
sick tree treatment
dog glucosamine 
haint blue paint

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-21T08_40_01-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-21T08_40_01-07_00 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:40:01 +0000 2026-04-21 2026-04-21 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-21T08_40_01-07_00 Howard Garrett agralawn formula,transplant yucca,blackberries,horse manure compost,herbicide contamination test,squirrels chewing bark,sick tree treatment,dog glucosamine,haint blue paint 1330 false The biggest part of this week's podcast is a tour of Howard's art gallery, in preparation for an April 25, 2026 show and sale. The Dirt Doctor non-profit TORC (Texas Organic Research Center) has been supported for many years by the sale of Howard's art. Howard also answers questions about his research into the best formula to duplicate the weedkiller mix in Agralawn Crabgrass Killer, how and when to transplant yucca, and if horse manure is safe to use in the garden. In a related topic, he describes the easy test for herbicide contamination in compost (comes from manure in animals that ate hay with herbicide treatment), and wraps up with a discussion of the sick tree treatment and haint blue paint.Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.Advertisers:Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.comShow Notes:SPCA reportArt Show gallery tourQ&AWeed killer mixture tests (Agralawn formula)transplant yuccablackberrieshorse manure in gardenherbicide contamination test (for manure)squirrels chewing post oak barksick tree treatmentdog glucosamine haint blue paint The biggest part of this week's podcast is a tour of Howard's art gallery, in preparation for an ... Episode 807: April 11, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio April 11, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 807 1 full Poison ivy and mosquitoes are just two of the topics address in the April 11, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett. He also answers questions about the benefits of using mosquito dunks and bits, and of using hydrogen peroxide to clean pots for planting if in the past there has been a plant disease. He describes the use of organic fertilizers, how to treat fire ants, and much more. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.

Advertisers:

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. 
https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/

Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

Show Notes:

Introduction
SPCA report

Slide show

Q&A
Mosquitoes
Post Oaks
Fire Ants
Carolina Snail Seed weed
Poison Ivy 
Bugs in corn fertilizer
Dry molasses
Organic method and water savings
Reuse of soil in pots 
Cleaning planting pots
Hydrogen Peroxide
New Ginkgo
Tree flares need to be exposed 

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-21T08_37_50-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-21T08_37_50-07_00 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:37:50 +0000 2026-04-21 2026-04-21 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-21T08_37_50-07_00 Howard Garrett mosquitoes,post oaks,fire ants,carolina snail seed weed,poison ivy,bugs in corn fertilizer,dry molasses,organic method and water savings,reuse of soil in pots,cleaning planting pots,hydrogen peroxide,ginkgo tree,tree flares 2135 false Poison ivy and mosquitoes are just two of the topics address in the April 11, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett. He also answers questions about the benefits of using mosquito dunks and bits, and of using hydrogen peroxide to clean pots for planting if in the past there has been a plant disease. He describes the use of organic fertilizers, how to treat fire ants, and much more. Find these subjects and more in this week's podcast.Advertisers:Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxhttps://www.dirtdoctor.comShow Notes:IntroductionSPCA reportSlide showQ&AMosquitoesPost OaksFire AntsCarolina Snail Seed weedPoison Ivy Bugs in corn fertilizerDry molassesOrganic method and water savingsReuse of soil in pots Cleaning planting potsHydrogen PeroxideNew GinkgoTree flares need to be exposed  Poison ivy and mosquitoes are just two of the topics address in the April 11, 2026, Dirt Doctor P... Episode 806: April 4, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio April 4, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast Audio 806 1 full The April 4, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses the benefits of growing and using comfrey, dwarf white clover as an excellent part of a lawn, lacewings (green and brown), and the Texas Bug Book. He gives detail on proper organic bed preparation with any soil type, using fireplace ashes in the garden, woody vines in trees, and organic non-selective herbicides. Find these subjects and more in this week's audio of the podcast.

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Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. 
https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/

Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isx

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Show Notes:

Introduction
SPCA report

Slide show
Comfrey
Clover (dwarf white)
beneficial pest control
Lacewings (green and brown)
Texas Bug Book 

Lemon grass
Bed preparation in all soils
Fireplace ash in beds
Woody vines in trees
non-selective herbicides (vinegar)
Garrett Juice as fertilizer
Grasses
Corn gluten meal products
Rose rosette treatments
Locust tree with vines
Hackberry

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-05T08_58_20-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-05T08_58_20-07_00 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:58:20 +0000 2026-04-05 2026-04-05 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-04-05T08_58_20-07_00 Howard Garrett comfrey,lacewings,lemon grass,fireplace ashes,grasses,rose rosette,locust trees,hackberry,organic fertilization,organic gardening,organic arborist 2505 false The April 4, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses the benefits of growing and using comfrey, dwarf white clover as an excellent part of a lawn, lacewings (green and brown), and the Texas Bug Book. He gives detail on proper organic bed preparation with any soil type, using fireplace ashes in the garden, woody vines in trees, and organic non-selective herbicides. Find these subjects and more in this week's audio of the podcast.Advertisers:Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Summit Chemical mosquito solutions. https://summitchemical.com/mosquito-solutions/Dramm Corporation Consumer Products https://www.dramm.com/html/main.isxhttps://www.dirtdoctor.comShow Notes:IntroductionSPCA reportSlide showComfreyClover (dwarf white)beneficial pest controlLacewings (green and brown)Texas Bug Book Lemon grassBed preparation in all soilsFireplace ash in bedsWoody vines in treesnon-selective herbicides (vinegar)Garrett Juice as fertilizerGrassesCorn gluten meal productsRose rosette treatmentsLocust tree with vinesHackberry The April 4, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses the benefits of growing and ... Episode 805: March 28, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio March 28, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio 805 1 full The March 28, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses how to manage nutgrass (a sedge), hibiscus, a book recommendation (Bargyla Rateaver's Organic Method Primer), recommended tomato varieties, stink bugs in the house, why you can't grow grass under shade trees, bamboo management, cockroaches, selective organic herbicides, koi pond management, and hydrogen peroxide.
 
Advertisers:

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

Show Notes:

Crazy Water
SPCA dog
Nutgrass / sedge
Hibiscus
Book - Bargyla Rateaver's Organic Method Primer
Organic Program materials to use
Soft rock phosphate and substitutions for it
Tomatoes
Stink bugs in the house (flea beetles)
Growing grass in shade
Nutrients lacking in North Texas soil
Bamboo management
Cockroaches
Selective herbicides (organic)
Koi pond algae management
Hydrogen Peroxide, salt
HOCl dermatologist
Best Product recommendations found on Dirt Doctor Website

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-29T11_04_42-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-29T11_04_42-07_00 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:04:42 +0000 2026-03-29 2026-03-29 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-29T11_04_42-07_00 Howard Garrett crazy water,nutgrass,hibiscus,soft rock phosphate,bargyla rateaver,tomato varieties,koi pond management 2940 false The March 28, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses how to manage nutgrass (a sedge), hibiscus, a book recommendation (Bargyla Rateaver's Organic Method Primer), recommended tomato varieties, stink bugs in the house, why you can't grow grass under shade trees, bamboo management, cockroaches, selective organic herbicides, koi pond management, and hydrogen peroxide. Advertisers:Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/https://www.dirtdoctor.comShow Notes:Crazy WaterSPCA dogNutgrass / sedgeHibiscusBook - Bargyla Rateaver's Organic Method PrimerOrganic Program materials to useSoft rock phosphate and substitutions for itTomatoesStink bugs in the house (flea beetles)Growing grass in shadeNutrients lacking in North Texas soilBamboo managementCockroachesSelective herbicides (organic)Koi pond algae managementHydrogen Peroxide, saltHOCl dermatologistBest Product recommendations found on Dirt Doctor Website The March 28, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses how to manage nutgrass (a s... Episode 804: March 21, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio March 21, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio 804 1 full The March 21, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses damage from the recent freeze, how to control grass burs, grassy weeds (rescue grass), dicondra (love it or hate it), Agralawn and the Agralawn recipe, how to germinate tough shelled seeds, and the use of trichogramma wasps, beneficial nematodes, and cornmeal products.

Advertisers:
Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Show Notes:

Howard's Tea
SPCA report
Cold spell damage
Controlling grass burs
Rescue Grass weeds
Dicondra
Agralawn Crabgrass Killer
Formula to make your own
Germinating tough seeds
Beneficial nematodes (Nature's Control)
Trichogramma wasps (Kunafin)
Mulches
Flea beetles
soft pest control
Grafting/air layering
Cornmeal

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-29T11_01_56-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-29T11_01_56-07_00 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:01:56 +0000 2026-03-29 2026-03-29 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-29T11_01_56-07_00 Howard Garrett cold damage,grass burs,rescue grass weed,dicondra,agralawn crabgrass killer formula,beneficial nematoes,mulches,grafting 2085 false The March 21, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses damage from the recent freeze, how to control grass burs, grassy weeds (rescue grass), dicondra (love it or hate it), Agralawn and the Agralawn recipe, how to germinate tough shelled seeds, and the use of trichogramma wasps, beneficial nematodes, and cornmeal products.Advertisers:Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Show Notes:Howard's TeaSPCA reportCold spell damageControlling grass bursRescue Grass weedsDicondraAgralawn Crabgrass KillerFormula to make your ownGerminating tough seedsBeneficial nematodes (Nature's Control)Trichogramma wasps (Kunafin)MulchesFlea beetlessoft pest controlGrafting/air layeringCornmeal The March 21, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett discusses damage from the recent free... Episode 803: March 14, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio March 14, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio 803 1 full The March 14, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett offers answers posted by listeners using the "Ask Howard" button on the Dirt Doctor website. Topics include eating flowers grown organically, planting potatoes and asparagus, weed blocking plastics,  tree root flares, arborists, lava sand and gravel, beneficial nematodes, dog run design, rose rosette, and much more.

Show Notes March 14, 2026 

Eating Flowers
Asparagus
Planting asparagus
Potatoes
Weed blocking plastics
tree root flare
arborists
lava sand and gravel
Beneficial nematodes
Horseherb
Dog run design
BioWash
Live Oak leaf blisters 

Advertisers:
Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Douglass King Seeds  https://www.dkseeds.com/
Seed Specialist Since 1912

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-14T20_59_07-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-14T20_59_07-07_00 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 03:59:07 +0000 2026-03-15 2026-03-15 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-14T20_59_07-07_00 Howard Garrett organic gardening,lava sand,lava gravel,pruning,plant seed,trees,rose rosette,beneficial nematodes 2725 false The March 14, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett offers answers posted by listeners using the "Ask Howard" button on the Dirt Doctor website. Topics include eating flowers grown organically, planting potatoes and asparagus, weed blocking plastics,  tree root flares, arborists, lava sand and gravel, beneficial nematodes, dog run design, rose rosette, and much more.Show Notes March 14, 2026 Eating FlowersAsparagusPlanting asparagusPotatoesWeed blocking plasticstree root flarearboristslava sand and gravelBeneficial nematodesHorseherbDog run designBioWashLive Oak leaf blisters Advertisers:Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Douglass King Seeds  https://www.dkseeds.com/Seed Specialist Since 1912https://www.dirtdoctor.com The March 14, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett offers answers posted by listeners us... Episode 802: March 7, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio March 7, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio 802 1 full The March 7, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett offers answers posted by listeners using the "Ask Howard" button on the Dirt Doctor website. Questions include topics such as spring pest control, planting gardens in raised beds, tree pruning, and what products are safe (or not) to use in an organic garden. #OrganicGardening #SoilAmendments #Pruning #PlantSeed #Trees #StumpRemoval #BeneficialNematodes #HowardGarrettBooks 

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

Douglass King Seeds  https://www.dkseeds.com/
Seed Specialist Since 1912

https://www.dirtdoctor.com

Show Notes March 7, 2026 
Herb Book - Howard Garrett  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2142388.Herbs_for_Texas
Comfrey
orchids
stump removal
tree pruning and sick tree treatment
Raised beds
Fire ants
Beneficial nematodes (Nature's Control)
Trichogramma wasps (Kunafin - https://www.kunafin.com)
Fungus gnats
Milorganite
aphids
Buy Herbs of Texas book
Fabulous Trees slide show
Spring planting
Organic fertilizing
Horseherb

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-07T20_30_01-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-07T20_30_01-08_00 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 04:30:01 +0000 2026-03-08 2026-03-08 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-07T20_30_01-08_00 Howard Garrett comfrey,orchids,stump removal,beneficial nematodes,aphids,herbs of texas book,horseherb 2708 false The March 7, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett offers answers posted by listeners using the "Ask Howard" button on the Dirt Doctor website. Questions include topics such as spring pest control, planting gardens in raised beds, tree pruning, and what products are safe (or not) to use in an organic garden. #OrganicGardening #SoilAmendments #Pruning #PlantSeed #Trees #StumpRemoval #BeneficialNematodes #HowardGarrettBooks Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/Douglass King Seeds  https://www.dkseeds.com/Seed Specialist Since 1912https://www.dirtdoctor.comShow Notes March 7, 2026 Herb Book - Howard Garrett  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2142388.Herbs_for_TexasComfreyorchidsstump removaltree pruning and sick tree treatmentRaised bedsFire antsBeneficial nematodes (Nature's Control)Trichogramma wasps (Kunafin - https://www.kunafin.com)Fungus gnatsMilorganiteaphidsBuy Herbs of Texas bookFabulous Trees slide showSpring plantingOrganic fertilizingHorseherb The March 7, 2026, Dirt Doctor Podcast with Howard Garrett offers answers posted by listeners usi... Episode 801: February 26, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio February 26, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio 801 1 full Show Notes:

Howard's Tea - Juniper
SPCA dog for adoption

Q&A

Asparagus roots, tree roots, next to houses
Dry Molasses
Fire Ants
Orange Oil
Beneficial Nematodes
Corn Gluten Meal
Henbit
Book - Herbs for Texas by Howard Garrett
Avoid broadleaf herbicides
Don't mulch against trees
Calendars
What to plant
Pruning
Freeze Miser
Giant Bark Aphid
Garlic Pepper Tea
Tools
Compost
Sick Tree Treatment 

Advertisers

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Douglass King Seeds, Seed Specialist Since 1912, developer of Habiturf Native Lawn Mix, https://www.dkseeds.com/

Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. 
https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-07T19_34_52-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-07T19_34_52-08_00 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 03:34:52 +0000 2026-03-08 2026-03-08 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-03-07T19_34_52-08_00 Howard Garrett asparagus,fire ants,corn gluten meal,henbit,giant bark aphid,sick tree treatment 2337 false Show Notes:Howard's Tea - JuniperSPCA dog for adoptionQ&AAsparagus roots, tree roots, next to housesDry MolassesFire AntsOrange OilBeneficial NematodesCorn Gluten MealHenbitBook - Herbs for Texas by Howard GarrettAvoid broadleaf herbicidesDon't mulch against treesCalendarsWhat to plantPruningFreeze MiserGiant Bark AphidGarlic Pepper TeaToolsCompostSick Tree Treatment AdvertisersCrazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Douglass King Seeds, Seed Specialist Since 1912, developer of Habiturf Native Lawn Mix, https://www.dkseeds.com/Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/ Show Notes:Howard's Tea - JuniperSPCA dog for adoptionQ&AAsparagus roots, tree roots, next to... Episode 800: February 20, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor podcast audio February 20, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor podcast audio 800 1 full This week's Dirt Doctor podcast with Howard Garrett has more answers to questions sent in by listeners and readers of the website. We are into spring planting and Howard Garrett offers tips about planting from seed, varieties to try, and organic products to use - and avoid. And much more! 

Show Notes:
Fences - metal, wood, cedar posts
Book - Lawn Care (by Howard Garrett)
Coffee - mushroom variety

Q&A:
Watch plants for pests (get them early)
Plumeria - move out in stages
Percentages of soil amendments in beds (rates by square feet)
Maples native vs hybrid
Shantung maple, Japanese maple
Alfalfa pellets as organic fertilizer (look at percentage in mix)
Turf treatment
Agralawn crabgrass killer
Compost as fertilizer
Avoid contaminated compost (picloram, chlopyralid)
Leaf management
Making own Garrett Juice - recipes 
General weed control, rescue grass

Three of the advertisers on the Dirt Doctor site and podcast are Crazy Water, Douglass King Seed, and Doctor Ohhira's probiotics. 

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Douglass King Seeds, Seed Specialist Since 1912, developer of Habiturf Native Lawn Mix, https://www.dkseeds.com/

Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-21T15_52_05-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-21T15_52_05-08_00 Sat, 21 Feb 2026 23:52:05 +0000 2026-02-21 2026-02-21 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-21T15_52_05-08_00 Howard Garrett fences,insect problems,aphids,ladybugs,exercise program,buffalo grass,st. augustine grass,horseherb groundcover,roses,hydrogen peroxide,cornmeal,plumeria,soil amendments,maples,alfalfa pellets,compost,garrett juice recipe,weed control 3257 false This week's Dirt Doctor podcast with Howard Garrett has more answers to questions sent in by listeners and readers of the website. We are into spring planting and Howard Garrett offers tips about planting from seed, varieties to try, and organic products to use - and avoid. And much more! Show Notes:Fences - metal, wood, cedar postsBook - Lawn Care (by Howard Garrett)Coffee - mushroom varietyQ&A:Watch plants for pests (get them early)Plumeria - move out in stagesPercentages of soil amendments in beds (rates by square feet)Maples native vs hybridShantung maple, Japanese mapleAlfalfa pellets as organic fertilizer (look at percentage in mix)Turf treatmentAgralawn crabgrass killerCompost as fertilizerAvoid contaminated compost (picloram, chlopyralid)Leaf managementMaking own Garrett Juice - recipes General weed control, rescue grassThree of the advertisers on the Dirt Doctor site and podcast are Crazy Water, Douglass King Seed, and Doctor Ohhira's probiotics. Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ Douglass King Seeds, Seed Specialist Since 1912, developer of Habiturf Native Lawn Mix, https://www.dkseeds.com/Dr. Ohhira probiotics have been part of the Garrett family health regimen for years. https://drohhiraprobiotics.com/dr-ohhira-probiotics/ This week's Dirt Doctor podcast with Howard Garrett has more answers to questions sent in by list... Episode 799: February 14, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio February 14, 2026 ~ Dirt Doctor Podcast audio 799 1 full Howard Garrett's weekly video podcast touches on many subjects and is supported by the library and content on his Dirt Doctor website and in his many gardening and landscaping books. This week signs of spring are all around (in the questions listeners sent in) and his art will be on display on Valentine's Day in a Deep Ellum art gallery. 
https://www.dirtdoctor.com

Tea - may help with cedar fever
SPCA dog
Book Recommendation: The One-Straw Revolution: An Introduction to Natural Farming by Masanobu Fukuoka 
https://bit.ly/4aBSq85
Ants on trees 
When to mulch leaves in compost
Shredded tree trimmings 
When to move citrus trees outside in spring
Hoja santa from seed
Crape myrtle
Ginkgo  
Palms
Shade cloth
In Howard's Garden (pruning)
Podomatic - former podcasts

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-14T14_21_17-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-14T14_21_17-08_00 Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:21:17 +0000 2026-02-14 2026-02-14 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-14T14_21_17-08_00 Howard Garrett video podcast,book recommendation,when to mulch leaves,hoja santa from seed,ginkgo,palms,shade cloth 1852 false Howard Garrett's weekly video podcast touches on many subjects and is supported by the library and content on his Dirt Doctor website and in his many gardening and landscaping books. This week signs of spring are all around (in the questions listeners sent in) and his art will be on display on Valentine's Day in a Deep Ellum art gallery. https://www.dirtdoctor.comTea - may help with cedar feverSPCA dogBook Recommendation: The One-Straw Revolution: An Introduction to Natural Farming by Masanobu Fukuoka https://bit.ly/4aBSq85Ants on trees When to mulch leaves in compostShredded tree trimmings When to move citrus trees outside in springHoja santa from seedCrape myrtleGinkgo  PalmsShade clothIn Howard's Garden (pruning)Podomatic - former podcasts Howard Garrett's weekly video podcast touches on many subjects and is supported by the library an... Episode 798: February 3, 2026 ~ Bonus exercise Dirt Doctor podcast February 3, 2026 ~ Bonus exercise Dirt Doctor podcast 798 1 full This is a short audio version of the video podcast that demonstrates the exercise routine that Howard Garrett does regularly. There are clues to his exercises in the discussion, but this is a podcast you'll appreciate more if you view it. 

Go to the Dirt Doctor home page and click on the YouTube button for this and all of the video podcasts. The direct link to the video of this podcast is at https://youtu.be/3_uCIbW_z8s. 

]]> https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-06T19_58_28-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-06T19_58_28-08_00 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 03:58:28 +0000 2026-02-07 2026-02-07 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/dirtdoctor/episodes/2026-02-06T19_58_28-08_00 Howard Garrett 609 false This is a short audio version of the video podcast that demonstrates the exercise routine that Howard Garrett does regularly. There are clues to his exercises in the discussion, but this is a podcast you'll appreciate more if you view it. Go to the Dirt Doctor home page and click on the YouTube button for this and all of the video podcasts. The direct link to the video of this podcast is at https://youtu.be/3_uCIbW_z8s.  This is a short audio version of the video podcast that demonstrates the exercise routine that Ho... Episode 797: January 29, 2026 ~ Full Podcast January 29, 2026 ~ Full Podcast 797 1 full Two of the advertisers on the Dirt Doctor site and podcast are Crazy Water and Freeze Miser.

Crazy Water is the only mineral water bottled in Texas. Rich with Mother Nature-infused minerals, which are more readily absorbed by your body. https://drinkcrazywater.com/ 

Freeze Miser® prevents your outside water pipes from freezing, wherever you are located. No power needed Freeze Miser prevents frozen pipes with smart flow control. https://www.freezemiser.com/

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Show Notes: 

Howard's Tea
SPCA dogs
Dirt Doctor Online Class  https://bit.ly/4qbi0Xh

Howard Q and A 

Hori Hori knife
Ice treatment products
Basalt sand
Cat litter - zeolite
Video topic discussion - Big Box stores with prominent displays of hazardous products
Roundup (no longer with glyphosate, but still dangerous)
Pets in ice and snow
Italian Stone Pine
Dirt Doctor Destinations https://bit.ly/4tiqrmz (add your business)
Howard's tree climbing dogs
Fabulous Trees Slideshow
Mahonia in bloom
Dirt Doctor site search features work now
Bird of Paradise
What to plant in the spring?
How to start plants indoors
Discussion of new Dirt Doctor website  https://www.dirtdoctor.com
Planting
Humate, soft rock phosphate, epsom salts, Garrett Juice (Compost tea)
Lighting for plant growing
Howard Garrett books

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The SPCA Report
Coffee - Chem X Pour Over
Tea - Juniper, ginger, nettles
Basic Organic Program
Detox Program
Sick Tree Treatment
Tree Trunk Goop
Q & A  Ask Howard

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