What I learned... from the failures of this season

Feeling discouraged by garden failures? You’re not alone. In this episode, I walk through four issues I faced this year and how I’m troubleshooting each one so you can apply the same practical steps in your garden. You’ll learn simple ways to read plant stress, reduce disease and pest pressure, and plan smarter for next season.

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Your first (or best) garlic crop—timing, spacing, curing.
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Key Takeaways

Why peppers sometimes need light shade in hot summers and when to add it

What root-knot nematodes look like and how cover crops can help

Signs of southern blight on peppers and prevention options

Bitter vs. diseased cucumbers: what to change next season

A gentle reminder to list your wins before planning fixes

Chapters

00:00 – Why failure grows better gardeners

02:18 – Reframe: successes you might be missing

04:12 – Failure #1: Bell peppers + full-sun stress

08:53 – Failure #2: Okra + root-knot nematodes

19:35 – Sponsor break: Organic Rev + garlic routine

21:28 – Time-sensitive: Greenstalk warehouse sale

23:06 – Failure #3: Jalapeños + southern blight clues

30:22 – Failure #4: Cucumbers—bitterness vs. downy mildew

34:36 – Reflect, note, and plan next steps

Resource Links

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Friday Emails (newsletter): https://journeywithjill.net/gardensignup

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Sponsor(s) for this Episode

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Disclaimer
Gardening advice shared in this podcast is based on my own experience in Zone 8a (Arkansas) and from the feedback I receive from others in different gardening contexts. Your results may differ depending on your location, climate, and growing conditions. Always check your local extension service or trusted resources for region-specific guidance. Some links mentioned may be affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.