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Hosted by Alabama Cooperative Extension System · education · EN-US
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 Podcasts and Spotify.
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Signup to Generate a PitchGardening 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.
Southern Ground is hosted by Alabama Cooperative Extension System. The show has published 24 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Season 1 Episode 24, Winter Weed Control" (23 October 2026, 31 minutes), "Season 1 Episode 23, Going Nuts Over Pecans" (9 October 2026, 25 minutes), and "Season 1 Episode 22, Best Trees for Fall Color" (25 September 2026, 28 minutes).
Southern Ground publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 24 episodes.
Booking probability for Southern Ground is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Southern Ground requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Southern Ground's contact route on record: verified email.
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Alabama Cooperative Extension System hosts Southern Ground, an education podcast with 24 episodes published.
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Episode #24
Even after winter arrives, there is lawn work to be done! On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East discuss practical strategies for managing winter weeds....
Episode #23
Pecan trees are a treasured part of Southern landscapes, but getting a good crop isn’t always guaranteed. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane Harris discuss....
Fall has arrived in Alabama, even if the temperatures don’t exactly feel like it. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane Harris explore the science behind....
Hornets can be intimidating, but understanding their habits can help you avoid unwanted encounters. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East continue their discussion from....
Fall is around the corner, and that means it is time for football, cooler weather, and yellow jackets. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane Harris....
Episode #19
Thinking about hunting season already? We have got you covered! On this episode of Southern Ground, your hosts Chip East and Shane Harris are joined by Alabama Extension forestry, wildlife,....
Invasive plants can create major challenges for homeowners and landowners. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East welcome Jacob Hodnett, former president of the Alabama....
Episode #17
Warm temperatures, high humidity, and frequent rainfall create the perfect conditions for plant diseases in Alabama. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East discuss common....
Episode #16
On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by Alabama Extension Wildlife Specialist Wes Anderson to tackle one of the most common questions homeowners....
Episode #15
Nothing says summer in Alabama quite like a fresh peach. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by David Lawrence, an Alabama Extension....
Episode #15
Nothing says summer in Alabama quite like a fresh peach. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by David Lawrence, an Alabama Extension....
Episode #14
What causes tomatoes to turn ugly? On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by Alabama Extension plant pathologist Ed Sikora to break down....
Episode #14
What causes tomatoes to turn ugly? On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by Alabama Extension plant pathologist Ed Sikora to break down....
Tomatoes are a summer favorite, but attempting to grow a good crop can be frustrating. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East talk with Paulo Cremonez....
Episode #13
Tomatoes are a summer favorite, but attempting to grow a good crop can be frustrating. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East talk with Paulo Cremonez....
Why do perfectly healthy tomato plants sometimes produce fruit that’s…well, a little U.G.L.Y.? Before you resort to telling your tomatoes that they ain’t got no alibi, let Alabama Extension’s experts....
Turfgrass: so nice we’re talking about it twice! On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East continue their conversation with Extension Specialist Dave Han. Building on....
From shade tolerance to maintenance requirements, there are many things to consider when trying to establish a new lawn or renovate an existing one. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts....
Episode #9
Boiling water, instants grits, and gasoline are all the supposed miracle treatments for fire ants. However, these fake remedies don’t hold a candle to practical, research-based control methods. On this....
Every looked out in your yard and said, “What’s wrong with my tree?” You are not alone. In fact, this is one of the most common questions that Extension agents....
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