This Garden Basics podcast episode primarily addresses listener questions about gardening. It begins with a listener's question about ant control in raised beds, leading to a discussion with gardening expert Debbie Flower on effective ant bait recipes using boric acid and sugar. The podcast then shifts to questions about winter pruning of fruit trees (delayed until spring for apricots and cherries) and winter garlic care (mulching is crucial for insulation and moisture retention). Finally, it tackles a question about preventing tree roots from invading raised beds, suggesting root removal and using hardware cloth as a barrier. Listeners gain practical advice on pest control, fruit tree maintenance, and raised bed construction.
