KUED Programs

Beyond organic gardening, permaculture incorporates those practices and more, drawing from a number of agricultural disciplines by incorporating organic farm practices, agroforestry, integrated farming and ecology.

A firsthand look at how these display gardens are created and how to get the most from your visit to any show.

Saving water is more important than ever. We explore what gardeners can do to maximize their garden's beauty with a lot less water.

San Diego, CA and Seattle, WA. Water is a precious and limited resource, and we are using it at unsustainable rates. But with the proper education and numerous ways to irrigate more efficiently, we can still enjoy a beautiful thriving landscape on a lot less water. This episode visits author and waterwise expert, Nan Sterman to explore the best ways to irrigate your garden and how to preserve the soil moisture you already have. The episode also visits a rain garden, where viewers learn how to retain the water that naturally occurs in the landscape and learn more methods for preserving this valuable resource. In the kitchen, Chef Nathan uses drought tolerant herbs to demonstrate simple ways to add layers of flavor to our meals.

In this episode, we learn how moss is an incredible eco-friendly plant that needs very little water, no fertilizers, clipping or mowing and yet, it stays green all year long! We cover all the basics and make a miniature tabletop landscape that will give years of enjoyment.

Some organically minded growers and retailers are changing the way the flower industry practices their craft of growing beautiful flowers without the chemicals. It's a movement that is good for the planet.

Just as athletes have trainers, we too can have personal garden coaches to help us achieve the landscape of our dreams. In this episode, we tag along with a coach to learn how they can guide, teach and empower us to be better gardeners on any skill level.

With the renewed interest in sustainability and organic agriculture, heritage farm animals are making a come back. We learn why certain livestock had previously fallen out of favor, what is so special about them in today's world and how we can help restore this piece of our American heritage.

Here we cover everything you ever wanted to know about how to start seeds at home but were afraid to ask. From soil mix to grow lights - we share seed sowing secrets and explain the science behind the techniques.