Podcast: Southern Ground

Gardening and farming in the South come with their own unique challenges but incredible rewards. When questions arise, the Southern Ground podcast is your trusted source for answers. Tune in as Alabama Extension educators Chip East and Shane Harris from Auburn University dig into timely lawn and garden topics, tackle common problems, and share practical, proven solutions that you can use. This information is not guesswork or internet folklore; it is research-based guidance from two respected horticulturists with more than 50 years of combined experience helping growers succeed.

Episodes are also available on Apple and Spotify.


Season 1 Episode 3—Fruit Selection

The middle of winter is the prime time to start choosing the fruits that you may want to grow. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane….

Season 1 Episode 2—Pruning Basics

Pruning is one of the most impactful things to a plant’s future growth and output. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East discuss some pruning….