https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2592/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/8KFL12piSDo/hqdefault.jpg
Compost
An overview of composting methods and best practices for creating nutrient-rich compost for organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8KFL12piSDo
615
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2608/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/dN2_hiKe2GI/hqdefault.jpg
Basic Organic Program - 2
This maintenance guide covers mulching grass clippings back into lawns, removing weeds without synthetic herbicides, proper pruning without flush cuts or wound dressing, and avoiding harmful chemical products in favor of organic approaches.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/dN2_hiKe2GI
92
2018-07-05T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic program
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/f1Zw-lBTcl4/hqdefault.jpg
Basic Organic Program - 3
Howard covers organic pest and disease control using beneficial insects and microbes, plant-based sprays like orange oil and garrett juice, and soil amendments that encourage biological activity.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/f1Zw-lBTcl4
93
2018-07-05T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic program
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/hQtmZW7z8ys/hqdefault.jpg
Basic Organic Program - 4
Howard explains Garrett Juice, a versatile organic spray and soil drench made from compost tea, seaweed, molasses, vinegar, and fish, with variations available for different purposes including mild insect control.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/hQtmZW7z8ys
92
2018-07-05T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic program
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/UmFG8adF-mw/hqdefault.jpg
Basic Organic Program - 1
Foundational steps and practices for starting an organic gardening program.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/UmFG8adF-mw
93
2018-07-05T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic program
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/3V3Pvb8690I/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Programs
Comprehensive organic gardening programs and best practices.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/3V3Pvb8690I
95
2018-02-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/55pcVleezEs/hqdefault.jpg
How Ginkgo Proves the Value of the Organic Program
Exclusive video update on The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett's Ginkgo Tree in December, 2015.
More info about Ginkgoes and Howard's tree at
www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/55pcVleezEs
295
2015-12-17T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic program
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2610/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/eTItzh5uhtM/hqdefault.jpg
Sick Tree Treatment
Comprehensive sick tree treatment using organic techniques.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/eTItzh5uhtM
100
2017-04-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Sick tree
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2622/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-IyE0ewUy0s/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Guides - Garrett Juice
Garrett Juice recipe and uses in organic gardening programs.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-IyE0ewUy0s
100
2017-09-27T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garrett Juice
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/yKC0sf9sdOE/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Guide - Garrett Juice
Garrett Juice organic guide for common garden problems.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/yKC0sf9sdOE
100
2016-12-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garrett Juice
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/J_Psf8wycyc/hqdefault.jpg
Garrett Juice Formula
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains his Garrett Juice formula.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/J_Psf8wycyc
141
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garrett Juice
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2628/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/e9dsTgfNAuk/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal Juice Recipes
Creating nutritious cornmeal juice recipes for plant feeding.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/e9dsTgfNAuk
100
2017-05-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/8xcSIEvCRYw/hqdefault.jpg
How To Use Cornmeal
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains how to use horticultural cornmeal in your lawn and garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8xcSIEvCRYw
231
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2653/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/TtO3da24ptI/hqdefault.jpg
Acorn Management
Practical solutions for managing fallen acorns in landscapes.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/TtO3da24ptI
91
2018-10-31T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Acorns
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2665/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/PW-FfDxDt2A/hqdefault.jpg
Aeration Information
Soil aeration techniques and benefits for organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/PW-FfDxDt2A
92
2018-10-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Aeration
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/zTwC4QgzJbA/hqdefault.jpg
Lawn Aeration
Aeration is essential when starting an organic program, particularly on soil previously treated with synthetics, to stimulate beneficial microorganisms and earthworms. Multiple passes with a mechanical aerator should be made in different directions, and all utility covers must be marked beforehand to prevent damage.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/zTwC4QgzJbA
119
2014-04-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Aeration
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2770/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZtcpIji4VO8/hqdefault.jpg
Ant Control
Organic methods for managing ant populations in gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZtcpIji4VO8
100
2016-11-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ants
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2801/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/JNei46TVJgQ/hqdefault.jpg
Aphids
Aphids often indicate an unhealthy plant rather than being a pest themselves, and their appearance can signal issues like improper watering, poor soil depth, or synthetic fertilizer use. Lady beetle larvae, which resemble small alligators, naturally control aphids and should never be sprayed; a healthy biological system keeps aphid populations manageable.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/JNei46TVJgQ
300
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Aphid
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2900/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/k7Eyr9-QaC0/hqdefault.jpg
Assassin Bugs
This video discusses assassin bugs and distinguishes between beneficial and harmful stink bugs in the garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/k7Eyr9-QaC0
113
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2934/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/tcj953-TOMI/hqdefault.jpg
Bed Prep
Preparing garden beds organically for optimal plant growth.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/tcj953-TOMI
91
2018-04-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bed preparation
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2950/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-8KwGT5nViU/hqdefault.jpg
Unusual Time For Bagworm Damage
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, shows examples of bagworm damage on one of his favorite trees, the Mexican White Oak. This video was taken on September 30, 2015 in Dallas, TX. Late September and Early October are unusual times for bagworm damage.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-8KwGT5nViU
114
2015-09-30T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bagworm
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2954/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/9xe2SrA_lzQ/hqdefault.jpg
Baking Soda
Explore the many uses of baking soda in the garden, from controlling fungal diseases on plants at four teaspoons per gallon to managing ball moss on trees at higher concentrations.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/9xe2SrA_lzQ
91
2019-01-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Baking soda
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/2964/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/m-aWgXPnQrc/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor this week with Howard Garrett - Bamboo, Fertilizer, and Golf
Howard recommends clumping bamboo varieties suitable for partial shade, discusses fertilizer applications, shares an SPCA adoption feature, and covers golf and gardening topics.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/m-aWgXPnQrc
2182
2026-08-30T04:01:22.599+00:00
yes
no
Bamboo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/VY6xzooMOqA/hqdefault.jpg
Dwarf Bamboo
Dwarf Bamboo ššš± have you checked out our website dirtdoctor.com? There you can submit questions that are answered on our weekly podcast on YouTube @dirtdoctortv. until then, enjoy those healthy gardens
https://www.youtube.com/embed/VY6xzooMOqA
52
2026-07-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bamboo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/j3qRuTWMGyg/hqdefault.jpg
Bamboo Control
Howard provides practical techniques for controlling invasive bamboo, including cutting runners with a sharpshooter shovel, removing shoots as they emerge, and mentions goats as an alternative solution.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/j3qRuTWMGyg
91
2018-06-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bamboo
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3017/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/oGanIohOyUA/hqdefault.jpg
The Largest Bay Tree in Texas
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett talks about his bay tree, the largest one in Texas.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/oGanIohOyUA
96
2013-09-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3143/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/Pu6URyHucc8/hqdefault.jpg
Beneficial Insects Update
Latest updates on attracting and supporting beneficial insects in gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pu6URyHucc8
92
2018-12-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Beneficial insects
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3145/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/21ZmjvPeUp4/hqdefault.jpg
Nematodes
How beneficial nematodes control soil pests naturally and effectively.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/21ZmjvPeUp4
95
2018-02-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3148/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/9xYxbxANhic/hqdefault.jpg
Bermuda
Bermuda grass invasion in raised beds doesn't mean giving up gardening. Learn simple barriers, organic sprays, and layering techniques to stop it from spreading into vegetable beds.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/9xYxbxANhic
95
2018-03-16T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bermuda grass
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3502/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/FI3bRsWUC8Y/hqdefault.jpg
Buffalo Grass
Buffalo grass is North Texas's native turf and requires minimal maintenance, needing less water and fertilizer than Bermuda grass. It can be left unmowed as a ground cover or mowed monthly, and the variety '609' is a hardy hybrid option for solid sod installation.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/FI3bRsWUC8Y
98
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Buffalo grass
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3649/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/kVF3LVg0YOw/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor this week: Cactus, Molasses, Fasciation, and Button Bush
Howard discusses cactus pads in compost, cochineal insects, fasciated and cristate plant forms, the ingredients in Garrett Juice, plants for wet and shaded areas, and how to deal with root sprouts.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVF3LVg0YOw
1573
2026-08-09T06:39:47.405+00:00
yes
no
Molasses
Cactus
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3879/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZP4FYTddR-E/hqdefault.jpg
Caterpillar Control
Natural control methods for caterpillar infestations in gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZP4FYTddR-E
91
2018-05-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Caterpillar
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/YfE7bgB7niw/hqdefault.jpg
Caterpillar and Tent Worms
Howard explains how to identify parasitized caterpillars and tent worms, discusses the benefits of releasing trichogramma wasps for natural control, and covers organic spray options including BT applications.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/YfE7bgB7niw
157
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Caterpillar
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/3929/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/wZJZ2j416xo/hqdefault.jpg
Help Prevent Tree Cavities
Howard explains proper tree pruning techniques, condemning flush cuts that damage the branch collar and lead to tree rot and cavities, and advocating for cuts that leave a slight stub instead.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/wZJZ2j416xo
91
2018-10-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4078/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/8V_qD9K43l0/hqdefault.jpg
The Chili Pequin Pepper
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about the chili pequin pepper variety.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8V_qD9K43l0
97
2014-01-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pepper
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4088/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/bXEg4MyXyk0/hqdefault.jpg
Chinch Bug Season
Chinch bugs damage lawns by feeding on grass and injecting toxic saliva; proper lawn moisture and maintenance prevent infestations, with natural controls including diatomaceous earth, compost tea, and orange oil.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/bXEg4MyXyk0
91
2018-08-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4153/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/CmVJvMCDvgk/hqdefault.jpg
Chlorosis
Identifying and treating chlorosis in plants using organic methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/CmVJvMCDvgk
91
2018-05-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Iron chlorosis
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/vK0MxmaECcM/hqdefault.jpg
Chlorosis In Trees
How to diagnose and fix chlorosis symptoms in trees naturally.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/vK0MxmaECcM
92
2018-10-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Iron chlorosis
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/vgAIJ9VoPf0/hqdefault.jpg
Chlorosis In Plants
Chlorosis in plantsāwhere youngest leaves turn yellow with dark green veinsāis often misdiagnosed as simple iron deficiency. Howard explains that chlorosis typically involves multiple nutrient deficiencies and is frequently caused by high-nitrogen synthetic fertilizers, and shares how stimulating soil biology, applying the sick tree treatment, and using organic amendments like Epsom salts and greensand can resolve the issue.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/vgAIJ9VoPf0
90
2018-09-12T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Iron chlorosis
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4181/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/YqBEDwqj0EA/hqdefault.jpg
Christmas Tree Choices
Howard compares artificial and live Christmas tree options, discusses popular cut tree varieties, and recommends specific living tree choices like eastern redcedar and atlas cedar that can thrive in the landscape after the holidays.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/YqBEDwqj0EA
91
2018-11-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4209/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/qHEOF7Eyomw/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor this week Cicada Killers Beetles and Fertilizer
Howard explains why cicada killers are beneficial insects, discusses beetle identification and control, covers fertilizer topics, and features an SPCA dog adoption.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/qHEOF7Eyomw
1811
2026-08-23T06:25:23.62+00:00
yes
no
Beetle
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4253/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/19jrVAH9X_A/hqdefault.jpg
In Howards Garden Cleavers Bedstraw (Galium) 2.1
A common early-spring weed taking up a lot of space in many gardens has many names - the scientific name is Galium aparine and it is in the madder (coffee) family. There are many common names (bedstraw, stickyweed, catchweed, and more). The plant is notable because of the Velcro-like stems sticking to fabric, shoes, and more. This plant is edible, for the curious, and is easily removed from the garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/19jrVAH9X_A
109
2024-03-31T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/VNMvikH2WAw/hqdefault.jpg
In Howard's Garden Cleavers/Bedstraw (Galium aparine)
This short video takes a look at a common early-spring weed taking up a lot of space in many gardens. Galium aparine is in the madder (coffee) family and has many common names (bedstraw, stickyweed, catchweed, and more). The plant is notable because of the Velcro-like stems sticking to fabric, shoes, and more. This plant is edible, for the curious, and is easily removed from the garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/VNMvikH2WAw
104
2024-03-30T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4406/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/F1LeEtrq6_A/hqdefault.jpg
Comfrey
Howard discusses comfrey as an important perennial herb for every garden, covering its uses for skin applications and as a valuable addition to compost piles, and demonstrates how to prepare a comfrey slurry for storage and use.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/F1LeEtrq6_A
281
2025-10-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/u1GClUUi6p8/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor this week with Howard Garrett - Comfrey-Garlic-Tree-colors
Howard demonstrates how to make a comfrey product for skin care and discusses natural approaches to various skin issues, clarifies his previous statements about cedar versus cypress mulch, and shares his preferred mulching practices.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/u1GClUUi6p8
1891
2026-09-20T10:20:16.968+00:00
yes
no
Garlic
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4418/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/_-36lypJyuY/hqdefault.jpg
Compacted Soil
Identifying and fixing compacted soil using organic methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/_-36lypJyuY
91
2019-01-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/8D_ubn4Ka20/hqdefault.jpg
Fix Compacted Soil
Organic solutions for improving and fixing compacted soil.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8D_ubn4Ka20
91
2018-12-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4423/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/328f_bVKNQE/hqdefault.jpg
Vegetable Compost
Building quality compost specifically for vegetable gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/328f_bVKNQE
91
2019-01-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/13QJw-3zs28/hqdefault.jpg
Wood Ashes Compost
Using wood ashes in compost and gardens for organic benefits.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/13QJw-3zs28
91
2019-01-17T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/NDuJBPbw6pQ/hqdefault.jpg
Compost Pile Review
Reviewing compost piles and assessing compost quality.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/NDuJBPbw6pQ
91
2018-11-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost
Composting
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/j3hwpLXSs3M/hqdefault.jpg
Best Compost Recommendation
Best compost recommendations for organic gardening success.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/j3hwpLXSs3M
92
2018-09-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/PLdS7eATfHI/hqdefault.jpg
Black Soldier Flies in Compost
Black soldier fly larvae in wet compost break down food waste and prevent wild animals from being attracted to compost piles. These larvae eventually become black soldier flies that pollinate plants and aid decomposition; they'll naturally disappear if the compost is allowed to dry out.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/PLdS7eATfHI
142
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/V7oCS9NW0Gs/hqdefault.jpg
How To Make Compost Tea
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains how to make and use compost tea.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/V7oCS9NW0Gs
244
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Compost tea
Compost
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4503/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/W8qVF9H5QqA/hqdefault.jpg
Coral Vine - A Great Honeybee Magnet For Fall Gardens
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about attracting pollinators such as the honeybee in his fall garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/W8qVF9H5QqA
87
2015-09-30T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bees & pollinators
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4532/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/6BQ1MnfZQCY/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal vs Corn Gluten Meal
Differences between cornmeal and corn gluten meal explained.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/6BQ1MnfZQCY
91
2018-12-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Corn gluten meal
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4542/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/xEjD_7aBOLk/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal For Skin Problems
Howard shares his perspective on cornmeal as a natural approach to various skin issues in pets and people, covering multiple applications and preparation methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/xEjD_7aBOLk
91
2018-11-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/w7YpTnazDV0/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal Uses And Cures
Howard discusses natural approaches to various skin concerns using cornmeal, including a 50/50 cornmeal and water soak method and a cornmeal poultice technique for foot soaking.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/w7YpTnazDV0
92
2018-06-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/TLTgu7rlpQI/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal Review
Plain cornmeal from the kitchen is an effective natural tool for controlling fungal diseases on turf, fruit trees, roses, seedlings, and other plants. Whole ground cornmeal is recommended at about 20 pounds per 1,000 square feet for best results.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/TLTgu7rlpQI
93
2018-05-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/1DWUB9jMxWk/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal For Health
Using cornmeal to boost plant health and prevent diseases.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/1DWUB9jMxWk
95
2018-01-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/z_2j7Klfzmc/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal Uses & Cures
Cornmeal has multiple uses beyond gardening. Howard discusses natural approaches to various skin and fungal issues using cornmeal soaks and poultices, with details available on the dirtdoctor.com library.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/z_2j7Klfzmc
100
2017-05-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/CeqKkrmcNww/hqdefault.jpg
Different Kinds of Cornmeal
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, discusses the different types and uses of cornmeal.
More Info at www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/CeqKkrmcNww
85
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ayHHlNcMAco/hqdefault.jpg
Cornmeal for Organic Gardening
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains the different types of cornmeal and how to use them for organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ayHHlNcMAco
131
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic program
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/Ku-ksYqsMp0/hqdefault.jpg
Another Use For Cornmeal
Cornmeal applied to soil can help plants overcome stress-related aphid infestations by addressing underlying fungal root diseases that weaken plant immunity. When a plant's immune system strengthens, it naturally resists pest problems without additional spraying.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ku-ksYqsMp0
117
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4622/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/gulA8_7JQqQ/hqdefault.jpg
Crape Myrtle Tips
Crape myrtle care and pruning tips for vibrant blooms.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/gulA8_7JQqQ
91
2018-05-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Crape myrtle
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4776/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/GUFJNRmhPQ8/hqdefault.jpg
Cuttings
Propagating plants from cuttings using organic methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/GUFJNRmhPQ8
91
2018-08-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4904/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/KN94IKZnwgI/hqdefault.jpg
Dallisgrass
Natural strategies for controlling dallisgrass in lawns organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/KN94IKZnwgI
100
2017-10-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/tox_YrhNfA8/hqdefault.jpg
Dealing With Dallisgrass
Managing and controlling invasive dallisgrass organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/tox_YrhNfA8
95
2018-01-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/4957/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ts3mrMAc5yY/hqdefault.jpg
Diatomaceous Earth
Diatomaceous earth applications for natural pest control in gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ts3mrMAc5yY
95
2018-03-23T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Diatomaceous earth
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5192/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ttrOUeplxVg/hqdefault.jpg
Foliar Feeding
Benefits and methods of foliar feeding for plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ttrOUeplxVg
92
2018-07-18T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Foliar feeding
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5300/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/asRuuecEyDQ/hqdefault.jpg
Edible Flowers
Growing and using edible flowers for nutrition and landscape beauty.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/asRuuecEyDQ
95
2018-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/MG1vRL09lP8/hqdefault.jpg
Edible Flowers & Landscaping
Incorporating edible flowers into landscaping design.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/MG1vRL09lP8
91
2018-12-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5443/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/qSFwcWrMNuE/hqdefault.jpg
Using Epsom Salt
How to use Epsom salt effectively in your organic garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/qSFwcWrMNuE
92
2019-01-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Epsom salt
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/FJDq6aapJ7o/hqdefault.jpg
Epsom Salt Uses
Practical applications of Epsom salt in organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/FJDq6aapJ7o
91
2018-12-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Epsom salt
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5547/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/z1iXCHVlso4/hqdefault.jpg
Glyphosate
Glyphosate alternatives and organic weed management strategies.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/z1iXCHVlso4
92
2018-05-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5621/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/sn2dpIxgd5o/hqdefault.jpg
Fire Ant Control in 3 Steps
Three-step organic method for controlling fire ants naturally.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/sn2dpIxgd5o
91
2018-08-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ants
Fire ants
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/4vYIbRoNAO0/hqdefault.jpg
Fire Ant Control That Works
Proven organic fire ant control methods that actually work.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/4vYIbRoNAO0
100
2017-06-22T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ants
Fire ants
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/Ijo3GwNy1zI/hqdefault.jpg
All Natural Fire Ant Control
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, demonstrates how to control fire ants using the all natural Fire Ant Mound Drench mixture. More information on www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ijo3GwNy1zI
544
2013-11-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ants
Fire ants
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5632/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/jZDMpReat9U/hqdefault.jpg
Rosette Rose - Fireblight
Howard discusses managing rose rosette and fire blight using an enhanced sick tree treatment approach, including pruning infected stems, sanitation practices, and a spray program combining Garrett Juice, hydrogen peroxide, orange oil, and bio wash.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jZDMpReat9U
100
2017-02-24T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Rose
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5722/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/DGAjamwhk6U/hqdefault.jpg
Floating Row Cover
Using floating row covers to protect plants from pests organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/DGAjamwhk6U
91
2018-10-31T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Row cover
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5776/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/yOUuFhA7gwU/hqdefault.jpg
Pruning Reminder No Flush Cuts
Pruning reminder: why flush cuts harm trees and proper technique.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/yOUuFhA7gwU
91
2018-12-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pruning
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5793/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ROue24IRPgs/hqdefault.jpg
Fly Control
Organic fly control techniques for gardens and outdoor spaces.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ROue24IRPgs
91
2018-05-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5814/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/INAugy0zjW0/hqdefault.jpg
Forcing Bulbs
Bulbs can be forced indoors without soil using containers filled with lava sand or expanded shale, watering only to the base of the bulbs. Paper whites, hyacinths, tulips, and crocus are ideal for forcing; placing planted containers in a dark area first allows roots to establish before moving them into bright light for flowering.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/INAugy0zjW0
253
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5821/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/AeaFuqBUmjU/hqdefault.jpg
Termites
Organic termite control and prevention strategies for homes.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/AeaFuqBUmjU
100
2016-11-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Termite
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/5896/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/uoiBCjgX67g/hqdefault.jpg
Tree Pruning
Proper tree pruning techniques for health and structure.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/uoiBCjgX67g
91
2019-01-17T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pruning
Tree care
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6030/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/6IJOiShwSqE/hqdefault.jpg
Garlic Pepper Tea
Making and using garlic pepper tea as organic pest spray.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/6IJOiShwSqE
100
2017-05-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garlic
Pepper
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6034/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/8TkWHYZSmpI/hqdefault.jpg
Garlic Planting for Fall
Planting garlic in fall for next season's harvest.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8TkWHYZSmpI
92
2018-10-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garlic
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/GZsSn7mPp5o/hqdefault.jpg
Garlic Plant Oils
Garlic tea repels pests without harming beneficial insects and fights fungal diseases like brown patch and powdery mildew. Garlic oil sprayed on properties has also shown success in controlling mosquitoes for extended periods, offering a safe alternative to synthetic pesticides.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/GZsSn7mPp5o
277
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garlic
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6080/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/R7PvzGO8aDI/hqdefault.jpg
Genetically Modified
Understanding genetically modified organisms in gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/R7PvzGO8aDI
100
2016-11-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6242/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/j1XMErvPss0/hqdefault.jpg
Ginkgo Tour 2025
Enjoy this tour of my now 45-year-old Ginkgo tree, one of the first trees I put on organic programming and one that is thriving and competing with trees twice its age.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/j1XMErvPss0
182
2025-12-16T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/P7c5gx20F5k/hqdefault.jpg
Ginkgo Tree Planting
Watch as I plant this Ginkgo tree that I grew myself from a seed, and explain some common misconceptions and useful tips that I use myself when planting trees.
Have any questions? leave a comment, send us a message or email us at info@dirtdoctor.com. Weād love to hear from you.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/P7c5gx20F5k
279
2025-10-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Tree planting
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/NM9J0esrEUI/hqdefault.jpg
Fall Colors Ginkgo Persian Ironwood Rusty Blackhaw Viburnum HD
A quick tour of the back yard at the Dirt Doctor's home - Ginkgo offers a spectacular yellow fall color. Howard discusses several good fall color trees. Fall 2023.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/NM9J0esrEUI
116
2023-12-14T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/1tJ_WYhU2NQ/hqdefault.jpg
December 2022 Fall Color: Ginkgo tree in Howard Garrett's Dallas yard
This HD tour of the area around Howard's very large ginkgo tree gives a look at the size they can reach when they're planted correctly, and some history of this tree in particular.
Planted as a "certified male" ginkgo that would not produce messy & strong-smelling fruit, it has started producing fruit. Ginkgo trees are dioecious (separate male & female plants) but can change sex as conditions dictate.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/1tJ_WYhU2NQ
265
2022-12-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/mIW0vD20fvU/hqdefault.jpg
Ginkgo Tree Information
Ginkgo tree characteristics, benefits, and growing information.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/mIW0vD20fvU
95
2018-02-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/za7-Bum5i5M/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor Ginkgo 2016
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, gives a review of his Ginkgo tree for 2016.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/za7-Bum5i5M
445
2017-01-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/qUJdZKYDLh4/hqdefault.jpg
History Of The Dirt Doctor's Ginkgo Tree
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, shares a slideshow history of his famous Ginkgo Tree (1985-2014).
More Info at www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/qUJdZKYDLh4
396
2014-12-16T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/cDz6Lc3lJSM/hqdefault.jpg
Ginkgo Show
A seasonal showcase of a mature ginkgo tree shedding its leaves in December, demonstrating the tree's natural growth and the seasonal landscape changes.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/cDz6Lc3lJSM
183
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/vquBB6qlX1E/hqdefault.jpg
How to Transplant A Ginkgo Tree
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, demonstrates the procedure for transplanting a small ginkgo tree.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/vquBB6qlX1E
378
2014-01-03T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Transplanting
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-HnLcoooBOo/hqdefault.jpg
Howard's Organic Ginkgo Tree
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about his personal 30 year old, all natural, organic ginkgo tree.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-HnLcoooBOo
85
2013-09-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ginkgo
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6357/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/xh7W7A17if0/hqdefault.jpg
Poison Ivy
Safe removal and control of poison ivy without chemicals.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/xh7W7A17if0
91
2018-05-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ivy
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6448/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/2ylj3K5yJRc/hqdefault.jpg
Grass Burrs
Organic solutions for controlling troublesome grass burrs.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/2ylj3K5yJRc
95
2018-03-23T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6492/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/00dDQh1Ga6U/hqdefault.jpg
Grasshopper Control
Organic pest control strategies for managing grasshoppers.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/00dDQh1Ga6U
91
2018-05-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Grasshopper
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/xA0xGZV8AF4/hqdefault.jpg
How To Control Grasshoppers & Fire Ants
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about how to use organic methods for controlling grasshoppers and fire ants in your garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/xA0xGZV8AF4
299
2014-04-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Fire ants
Ants
Grasshopper
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6556/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/9gdJJqq8sYM/hqdefault.jpg
Sawdust
Uses for sawdust in composting and garden management.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/9gdJJqq8sYM
91
2019-01-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6700/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-SBlgondgK8/hqdefault.jpg
Head Lice
Howard shares his perspective on natural approaches to head lice, discussing why common commercial recommendations are problematic and outlining alternative methods using common household items.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-SBlgondgK8
100
2017-03-23T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Lice
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6741/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/X8w5NOv4BlI/hqdefault.jpg
Organiphobes
Understanding organiphobes and misconceptions about organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/X8w5NOv4BlI
91
2018-11-21T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6773/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/C1fabGF1QDk/hqdefault.jpg
Herb Gardening
Herbs are easy-to-grow plants useful for cooking, pest control, and other purposes; perennials like sage, mint, and comfrey are especially low-maintenance and can be grown in containers or traditional gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/C1fabGF1QDk
91
2018-05-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/6774/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/76pM8bTgpAY/hqdefault.jpg
Herb Tea
Growing and brewing herbal teas from homegrown plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/76pM8bTgpAY
100
2017-10-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/yN6jO3fTpto/hqdefault.jpg
All About Herb Tea
Howard demonstrates how to make fresh herb tea using organically grown herbs, covering equipment selection, herb preparation techniques, and the mineral and flavor benefits of different herb combinations.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/yN6jO3fTpto
232
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7039/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/j9OK-yBonTc/hqdefault.jpg
For Logan: How It All Started
Howard shares the personal inspiration behind his organic gardening journey, sparked by the birth of his daughter Logan, and explains how choosing organic methods became an investment in family health and environmental stewardship.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/j9OK-yBonTc
111
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7142/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ql_mVmSRqlo/hqdefault.jpg
Hydrogen Peroxide
Garden uses and benefits of hydrogen peroxide for soil and plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ql_mVmSRqlo
95
2018-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Hydrogen peroxide
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/sdvZAGnmr14/hqdefault.jpg
Hydrogen Peroxide for Mustard Fungus
Using hydrogen peroxide to treat mustard fungus organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/sdvZAGnmr14
91
2018-08-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Hydrogen peroxide
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/5e4Cq_Ad3jo/hqdefault.jpg
More Uses For Hydrogen Peroxide
Three percent hydrogen peroxide has multiple uses around the property including cleaning cuts and scrapes, controlling algae in water features, treating plant diseases like rose rosette, and improving soil structure. Apply specific dilution rates depending on the application, and never drink it.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/5e4Cq_Ad3jo
95
2018-02-01T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Hydrogen peroxide
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/1bPfEToDDNw/hqdefault.jpg
Hydrogen Peroxide Uses
Multiple practical uses for hydrogen peroxide in organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/1bPfEToDDNw
100
2017-07-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Hydrogen peroxide
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7227/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/71uwgxJg8VU/hqdefault.jpg
Inland Sea Oats Video
Howard introduces Inland Sea Oats.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/71uwgxJg8VU
59
2013-10-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7238/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/_QwmArN2Uf4/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor This Week - Slime Mold, Plant Diseases, and Insect Control
Howard covers slime mold, plant diseases and the sick tree treatment, dog urine damage in turf, hoja santa, privacy hedges, Wirt L. Wynn holly, spinosad products, stink bugs, and tomato foliage tea.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/_QwmArN2Uf4
2170
2026-07-26T02:33:56.125+00:00
yes
no
Pest control
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7399/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/wO5UZQBedTE/hqdefault.jpg
Japanese Garden Slideshow
A photo slideshow of the Japanese Garden at the Fort Worth Botanic Gardens, photographed by Howard in December 2015.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/wO5UZQBedTE
233
2016-07-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7401/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/qBqsGhyR5fU/hqdefault.jpg
Howard's Favorite Japanese Maple
Howard showcases the green Japanese maple (Acer palmatum), highlighting why this classic variety is one of his favorite ornamentals for its ease of growth, clean foliage, and stunning fall color.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/qBqsGhyR5fU
61
2013-10-23T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Maple
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7579/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/1aGlgneeUn8/hqdefault.jpg
Champion Kapok Tree, Costa Rica, Feb. 2016
One of the biggest and oldest trees in Costa Rica, this ceiba pentranda, or kapok tree, has a height of almost 60m (190 ft.) and is approximately 500 years old. It was elected Tree of the Year of Costa Rica in 2006 by INBIO.
More information about Kapok Trees:
www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/1aGlgneeUn8
113
2016-07-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7695/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZkSU_wdnlTE/hqdefault.jpg
Lady Bugs
Howard explains the benefits of releasing ladybugs in the garden, proper release techniques for success, different ladybug species found in North America, and why he no longer recommends pyrethrum as an organic pest control option.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZkSU_wdnlTE
253
2014-04-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7778/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/7SxFygnJX64/hqdefault.jpg
Leaf Management
Best practices for managing fallen leaves in organic gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/7SxFygnJX64
100
2017-10-18T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/7980/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/FpQYosadH8o/hqdefault.jpg
Poor Landscaping - Live Oak Tree - Part 2
Howard shows an example of poor landscaping, which causes harm to the tree.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/FpQYosadH8o
54
2013-09-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Live oak
Oak
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/YP_pUWmnM8U/hqdefault.jpg
Poor Landscaping - Live Oak Tree - Part 1
Howard shows an example of poor landscaping which causes tree damage.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/YP_pUWmnM8U
41
2013-09-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Oak
Live oak
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8111/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/69Itng2ymWI/hqdefault.jpg
Leaf Management Organic
Leaves should be mulched into turf with a mulching mower, with excess leaves distributed to flower and vegetable beds, then composted. Never bag and haul leaves to landfillsākeeping organic matter on-site improves soil health, reduces water runoff, and saves money and taxes.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/69Itng2ymWI
91
2018-11-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/xShzw9pg--c/hqdefault.jpg
Summer Plant Management
Summer plant care and management tips for organic gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/xShzw9pg--c
100
2017-08-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8364/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/xrcTRt3Ec7s/hqdefault.jpg
Rid Trees of Mistletoe
Removing mistletoe from trees organically and naturally.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/xrcTRt3Ec7s
91
2018-12-06T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Mistletoe
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/fcuCELoUeeI/hqdefault.jpg
Getting Rid of Mistletoe
Organic methods for removing mistletoe from trees.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/fcuCELoUeeI
91
2018-11-21T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Mistletoe
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/kfVMk9jWrO0/hqdefault.jpg
Mistletoe for Holidays
Harvesting mistletoe sustainably for holiday decorations.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/kfVMk9jWrO0
100
2016-12-16T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Mistletoe
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8387/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/NuWuPEBTmWI/hqdefault.jpg
Molasses Advice
Using molasses in organic gardening and soil improvement.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/NuWuPEBTmWI
95
2018-01-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Molasses
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/iCyo_PBA9mY/hqdefault.jpg
Dry Molasses Explained
Understanding dry molasses benefits and applications in organic gardening programs.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/iCyo_PBA9mY
100
2017-09-14T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Molasses
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/wVcHoV1vZAk/hqdefault.jpg
Liquid vs Dry Molasses
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains the difference between liquid and dry molasses for organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/wVcHoV1vZAk
59
2014-04-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Molasses
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8473/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/eldXYTYMAqM/hqdefault.jpg
Mosquito Control
Organic strategies for controlling mosquitoes without synthetic pesticides or chemicals.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/eldXYTYMAqM
92
2018-08-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Mosquitoes
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8575/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/WDTc5ac-Hd4/hqdefault.jpg
Mud Daubers & Haint Blue Paint
Mud daubers and the traditional use of haint blue paint.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/WDTc5ac-Hd4
91
2018-11-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8592/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/bWvForKLxt0/hqdefault.jpg
Mulch
Mulch benefits, types, and proper application for garden health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/bWvForKLxt0
91
2018-04-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Mulching
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8772/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/k26HoG_vOrM/hqdefault.jpg
Nematodes For Pest Control
Using beneficial nematodes to naturally control soil-dwelling garden pests organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/k26HoG_vOrM
91
2018-08-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pest control
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/8894/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/hcro-gHQEyQ/hqdefault.jpg
Oak Wilt
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about Oak Wilt on trees.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/hcro-gHQEyQ
178
2014-04-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Oak wilt
Oak
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/l8vnsgvvHD0/hqdefault.jpg
What To Do About Oak Wilt
Identifying oak wilt disease and implementing organic management strategies for trees.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/l8vnsgvvHD0
91
2018-12-06T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Oak wilt
Oak
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9090/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/Syg8zBeu7Gw/hqdefault.jpg
How To Use Orange Oil
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains the benefits of using orange oil in the garden and home.
More Info at www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Syg8zBeu7Gw
252
2014-04-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Orange oil
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9139/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/r1ZJk3hypos/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Fertilizer
Choosing and using organic fertilizers for healthy plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/r1ZJk3hypos
91
2018-06-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic fertilizer
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/rNmh-qmjZ2o/hqdefault.jpg
How To Use Organic Fertilizers
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains how to use various organic fertilizers on your lawn an garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/rNmh-qmjZ2o
760
2014-04-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Organic fertilizer
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9202/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/5u-uVZS0Fd0/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Living Howard Garrett introduction
Howard Garrett teaches people how to do natural organic gardening. Using organic methods and products are not only safer for people and the environment, they also work better than the chemical and salt fertilizer products.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/5u-uVZS0Fd0
153
2023-12-21T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9481/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/jAWFiOt3038/hqdefault.jpg
Peat Moss Alternatives
Howard recommends compost and other peat moss alternatives like coconut fiber, shredded tree trimmings, and earthworm castings, explaining that healthy soil requires organic matter, rock minerals, and living organisms.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jAWFiOt3038
92
2018-11-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Peat moss
Moss
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9488/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/RyCoKKPSQwo/hqdefault.jpg
Peat Moss Use
Peat moss uses and alternatives in organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/RyCoKKPSQwo
92
2018-07-31T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Moss
Peat moss
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9569/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/34FvmRwgxuM/hqdefault.jpg
Dirt Doctor: This Week Biquinho "Little Beak" Peppers
Howard introduces biquinho peppers, discussing how he discovered these unusual 'little beak' peppers at a restaurant, grew them from seed, and their characteristics and uses.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/34FvmRwgxuM
1963
2026-08-02T04:31:11.028+00:00
yes
no
Pepper
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9608/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/k3nlMRA-fuk/hqdefault.jpg
How to Make Garlic Pepper Tea, Non Toxic Pest Control
Howard explains how to make garlic pepper tea concentrate, at home from simple ingredients, which can be used for insect and disease control in organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/k3nlMRA-fuk
360
2016-05-12T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pest control
Garlic
Pepper
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9624/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/8Pl7ctxLnA0/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Pet Care
Howard outlines a natural pet care program emphasizing quality nutrition, limiting medications, avoiding synthetic pest control products, using beneficial nematodes and natural shampoos, and supplementing with items like diatomaceous earth and apple cider vinegar.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/8Pl7ctxLnA0
100
2017-04-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pet health
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9747/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/z3idZUjch8Q/hqdefault.jpg
Pine Trees
Pine tree care, maintenance, and organic health solutions.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/z3idZUjch8Q
91
2018-06-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pine
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9798/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/t2wfvlUi3Qw/hqdefault.jpg
Fall Planting Recommendations
Best plants and organic practices for successful fall gardening and planting.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/t2wfvlUi3Qw
91
2018-10-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-2PSlss6Z5A/hqdefault.jpg
Avoid These Steps During Tree Planting
Howard Garrett presents Healthy Living Commentary, Natural Organic advice from The Dirt Doctor, himself.
Buy Howard's Books: http://www.squareup.com/store/dirtdoctorbooks
Visit Website for More Info:
http://www.dirtdoctor.com
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-2PSlss6Z5A
91
2018-10-03T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Tree planting
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/KGYEU6GhljU/hqdefault.jpg
Colorful Plants for Fall Planting
Colorful plants to plant in fall for landscape beauty.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/KGYEU6GhljU
100
2017-09-14T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/P6qTOI4smIc/hqdefault.jpg
Rose Care - Planting & Selection
Selecting, planting, and caring for roses organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/P6qTOI4smIc
100
2017-06-22T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Rose
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/TMi3MXlgsOE/hqdefault.jpg
Planting St. Augustine Grass
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, shows how he planted St. Augustine Grass in his backyard experimental garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/TMi3MXlgsOE
301
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
St. Augustine
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/a-bRigQMhBU/hqdefault.jpg
Planting In Hot Weather
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about planting in hot weather.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/a-bRigQMhBU
132
2014-04-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9883/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/RGSX-OPDKn0/hqdefault.jpg
Poison Ivy Rash
Howard shares natural approaches to managing poison ivy plants and the resulting rash, including removal methods for the plants and discussing his perspective on various options for addressing the rash itself.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/RGSX-OPDKn0
95
2018-01-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Ivy
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9985/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZEoQG51qHCU/hqdefault.jpg
Potter Wasp
Potter wasps and their beneficial role in organic gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZEoQG51qHCU
92
2018-06-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Wasp
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/9998/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/W0_PS_tQMSQ/hqdefault.jpg
Potting Soil
Choosing and preparing quality potting soil for container gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/W0_PS_tQMSQ
92
2018-12-13T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Potting soil
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/UcamQudlh6A/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Guides Potting Soil
Organic guide to selecting and mixing quality potting soil.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/UcamQudlh6A
92
2018-10-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Potting soil
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10060/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/dbCdpcL00ic/hqdefault.jpg
Gardeners Need Soil Probes
Why soil probes are essential tools for gardeners.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/dbCdpcL00ic
95
2018-01-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/UfpnCdHkKDo/hqdefault.jpg
Soil Probes
Soil probe tools and techniques for garden assessment.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/UfpnCdHkKDo
100
2017-04-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10206/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/TVU3WTuEGLU/hqdefault.jpg
Rail Road Ties
Railroad tie uses and concerns in organic gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/TVU3WTuEGLU
95
2018-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ntWZnVZng_M/hqdefault.jpg
Rail Road Ties For Trains Not Gardens
Why railroad ties are unsuitable for vegetable garden beds.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ntWZnVZng_M
91
2019-01-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/l93q75uOuUg/hqdefault.jpg
Rail Road Ties & Detox Program
Railroad ties and organic detox programs for contaminated soil.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/l93q75uOuUg
100
2016-11-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Soil detox
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10499/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/UcvIGxSXQ6c/hqdefault.jpg
Rose Hips
Growing and harvesting rose hips for food, tea, and medicinal uses.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/UcvIGxSXQ6c
91
2018-05-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Rose
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10537/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/v9-f6xiNx3Q/hqdefault.jpg
Rose Pruning
Proper rose pruning methods for healthier plants and better blooms.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/v9-f6xiNx3Q
100
2017-01-11T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pruning
Rose
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10595/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/jt6QjMi-5DU/hqdefault.jpg
Alternatives For RoundUp
Organic alternatives to Roundup for effective weed control without chemicals.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jt6QjMi-5DU
100
2017-11-16T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10719/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/hHX6v4xONL4/hqdefault.jpg
Sapsuckers
Understanding sapsucker damage and organic tree protection methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/hHX6v4xONL4
91
2018-10-17T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10765/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/N0bBQUdG7wE/hqdefault.jpg
Scalping - Don't Do It
Why lawn scalping damages grass and proper mowing heights for health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/N0bBQUdG7wE
93
2018-09-18T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/IgO3Ap0eLik/hqdefault.jpg
Lawn Scalping
Why lawn scalping happens and how to avoid damaging your grass.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/IgO3Ap0eLik
95
2018-03-23T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/10916/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-Olifil0YJQ/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Guides Sick Tree Treatment
Organic guide to treating sick trees with natural methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-Olifil0YJQ
92
2018-10-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Sick tree
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/11227/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/NFxYZjMvEOk/hqdefault.jpg
Squash Vine Borer
Organic control methods for squash vine borer infestations.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/NFxYZjMvEOk
100
2017-03-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Borer
Squash
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/11249/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/owa8_0K3YS0/hqdefault.jpg
Squirrels
Natural squirrel management strategies for gardens and yards.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/owa8_0K3YS0
100
2017-04-12T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Squirrel
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/LKihFSnJp9o/hqdefault.jpg
Biggest Pest Squirrels
Natural strategies for managing squirrel problems in gardens and yards.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/LKihFSnJp9o
91
2019-01-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Squirrel
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/baCRFephPck/hqdefault.jpg
Squirrels - A Big Pest
Managing squirrel populations as serious garden pests.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/baCRFephPck
91
2018-06-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Squirrel
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/11515/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/VPiSMiVbqiM/hqdefault.jpg
Synthetic Fertilizers
Why synthetic fertilizers harm soil and organic gardening practices.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/VPiSMiVbqiM
91
2018-04-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Synthetic fertilizers
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/11562/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-QjV5ZrL5TI/hqdefault.jpg
Temple Grandin Interview
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, interviews author, Temple Grandin.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-QjV5ZrL5TI
274
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/11734/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/IWg8xci58SI/hqdefault.jpg
Thrips Can Be Stopped
Organic methods for identifying and controlling thrips on garden plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/IWg8xci58SI
91
2018-12-06T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Thrip
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12083/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/sq7ZwOjK8_c/hqdefault.jpg
Trunk Flare
Understanding trunk flare and proper tree planting techniques for health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/sq7ZwOjK8_c
95
2018-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12117/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/KjwGxEegwxg/hqdefault.jpg
How to Make Turks Cap Tea
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, shows how to make Turks Cap Herb Tea.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/KjwGxEegwxg
244
2015-08-05T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12278/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/TwFtq59KXc4/hqdefault.jpg
Vinegar Use
Howard shares the benefits of apple cider vinegar for personal use and explains how adding vinegar to water helps plants access soil nutrients, with about an ounce per gallon of water recommended for garden and landscape plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/TwFtq59KXc4
91
2018-11-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Vinegar
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZwCEuJSV_LI/hqdefault.jpg
Vinegar Tips
Practical vinegar applications for organic gardening, cleaning, and pest management.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZwCEuJSV_LI
91
2018-04-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Vinegar
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/e3XGBHDa1VU/hqdefault.jpg
Vinegar the Run Down
Complete breakdown of vinegar uses for organic gardening and natural pest control.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/e3XGBHDa1VU
95
2018-01-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Vinegar
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/nASVf5ong0c/hqdefault.jpg
How To Use Vinegar For Gardening
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, explains how to use vinegar in your garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/nASVf5ong0c
188
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Vinegar
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12317/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/L5ut65vQiSE/hqdefault.jpg
Vines On Trees
Howard demonstrates how to safely remove English ivy from tree trunks, discusses the serious problems vines can cause including rot and girdling, and explains why exposing the root flare of trees is essential for long-term tree health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/L5ut65vQiSE
166
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12445/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/JzkXJ8dvZv8/hqdefault.jpg
Water Catching & Rain Barrels
Setting up rainwater collection systems and rain barrels for gardening.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/JzkXJ8dvZv8
91
2018-12-06T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12511/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/uFl3jvVlJRI/hqdefault.jpg
Weed & Feed
Problems with weed and feed products and organic lawn care alternatives.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/uFl3jvVlJRI
95
2018-03-23T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12679/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/cLjiKa6slW4/hqdefault.jpg
Corn Meal
Cornmeal applications and benefits for organic gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/cLjiKa6slW4
91
2019-01-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Cornmeal
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/12997/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/kMHM7y3wi8o/hqdefault.jpg
Trash Trees
Identifying and removing invasive trash trees from landscapes.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/kMHM7y3wi8o
100
2017-04-12T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/13248/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/WmYYvx-UIBU/hqdefault.jpg
Root Flare Exposure for Homeowners
Howard explains how to safely expose tree root flares at home, why trees planted too deep develop stress problems, and the proper techniques for uncovering buried flares.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/WmYYvx-UIBU
662
2017-09-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/Ab0K8jOC5o0/hqdefault.jpg
Exposing the Root Flare
Trees planted too deep struggle to grow and develop pest problems. Exposing the root flare and trunk base with an airspade allows trees to recover and thrive.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ab0K8jOC5o0
100
2016-12-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/4eFxsX5wZBk/hqdefault.jpg
How to Improve Tree Health, Exposing Root Flare
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, narrates this slideshow about root flares (also called trunk flares), explaining the importance of root flare exposure for tree health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/4eFxsX5wZBk
680
2016-07-05T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/KGrnnJPpHnw/hqdefault.jpg
Understanding Root Flares
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about root flares, and demonstrates methods to expose the flares for tree health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/KGrnnJPpHnw
468
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/qQSCBcIal8s/hqdefault.jpg
What Are Root Flares w/ Tyson Woods
Howard discusses a Bradford pear planted 12 inches too deep, how exposing the root flare resolved ongoing health problems, and why proper planting depth prevents these issues.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/qQSCBcIal8s
382
2014-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/2xdlAgixkMk/hqdefault.jpg
A Look at Root Flares w/ Tyson Woods
An exposed root flare at the base of a tree indicates good health and proper development. Howard and guest Tyson Woods explain why covering the root flare with soil weakens trees over time and leads to increased pest and disease problems.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/2xdlAgixkMk
151
2014-04-04T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/gHFXX145vC8/hqdefault.jpg
How To Expose Root Flares / Trunk Flares
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, demonstrates how to expose tree trunk flares for tree health.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/gHFXX145vC8
510
2014-01-28T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Root flare
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/14067/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/62V26o_OD4U/hqdefault.jpg
Drip Irrigation the Wrong Choice
Why drip irrigation may not be the best choice for organic gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/62V26o_OD4U
100
2017-07-19T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Irrigation
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/a1a0rVO_jJE/hqdefault.jpg
Drip Irrigation
Drip irrigation systems and their proper application in gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/a1a0rVO_jJE
92
2018-08-15T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Irrigation
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/14442/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ry_Q2N1zmKM/hqdefault.jpg
Fruit and Pecan Tree Programming
On my website dirtdoctor.com under the the āOrganic Adviceā heading youāll find āGuidesā, there you will find the fruit and pecan tree program as well as all kinds of programs, recipes, and formulas I recommend for your gardens.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ry_Q2N1zmKM
215
2025-12-02T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Pecan
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/14575/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/10B75fwXzkA/hqdefault.jpg
Growing Grass in the Shade
Growing healthy grass in shaded areas organically.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/10B75fwXzkA
91
2018-09-26T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/14734/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/3dIJ65-ssBQ/hqdefault.jpg
Review of Howard's Books, Part 3
A review of Howard's published books including Landscape Design Texas Style, Texas Gardening, Plants for Texas, The Texas Bug Book, and The Texas Organic Vegetable Gardening Book, discussing the content and evolution of each title.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/3dIJ65-ssBQ
480
2013-11-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/b9MDbJoXN-M/hqdefault.jpg
Review of Howard's Books, Part 1
Howard reviews the evolution of his book 'Plants of the Metroplex,' tracing multiple editions from 1975 to present day and explaining how the content shifted from synthetic fertilizers and toxic pest control to organic gardening practices as his approach changed.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/b9MDbJoXN-M
278
2013-11-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/GEfK6TBjtso/hqdefault.jpg
Review of Howard's Books Part 2
Howard reviews the evolution of his Organic Manual book, showing how it developed from a simple seminar handout into multiple published editions with increasingly detailed information on organic gardening practices, insect control, and disease management.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/GEfK6TBjtso
338
2013-11-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/14773/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/5toZV_JV_WI/hqdefault.jpg
Icy Roads Walkways
Organic alternatives to salt for treating icy roads and walkways.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/5toZV_JV_WI
100
2016-12-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/15144/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/-KiFiTebPfc/hqdefault.jpg
New Years Resolutions
New Year's gardening resolutions and organic goals to achieve.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/-KiFiTebPfc
91
2019-01-10T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/15405/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/jsPDjdVzOHU/hqdefault.jpg
Organic vs Synthetic
The Dirt Doctor, Howard Garrett, talks about the organic vs. synthetic methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/jsPDjdVzOHU
33
2014-04-09T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/16032/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/i6tR-yK3Rg8/hqdefault.jpg
Time To Plant Garlic
Timing and techniques for planting garlic in the organic garden.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/i6tR-yK3Rg8
100
2017-09-14T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Garlic
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/16182/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/BsB2xdRxEQg/hqdefault.jpg
Tomato Cage Uses from Jan-26-2025
Howard described how to fabricate your own cages for tomatoes and other straggling or vine crops.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/BsB2xdRxEQg
125
2025-02-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/16199/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/VNLhtwBXVb8/hqdefault.jpg
Tree Choices
Selecting the best trees for your landscape using organic principles.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/VNLhtwBXVb8
91
2018-10-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/16485/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/pHg0w9de5gU/hqdefault.jpg
Winter Watering Advice
Winter watering techniques and tips for healthy dormant plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/pHg0w9de5gU
91
2018-11-21T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Water
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/d5tRtuSNF1U/hqdefault.jpg
Watering Advice
Proper watering techniques and schedules for healthy organic garden plants.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/d5tRtuSNF1U
100
2017-06-22T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Water
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/20438/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/3AAEOGoFlAE/hqdefault.jpg
Fall Color Change Explained
Understanding why trees change color in fall naturally.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/3AAEOGoFlAE
91
2018-10-17T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/20516/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/KW2zJLw8Ygc/hqdefault.jpg
Tree Trunk Goop
Understanding tree trunk goop and proper wound treatment methods.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/KW2zJLw8Ygc
100
2016-12-07T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/33349/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/s7F-Dw_uR70/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Guides Bed Preparation
Steps for preparing garden beds organically, including soil amendments, tilling depth, proper plant positioning, and mulching techniques.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/s7F-Dw_uR70
92
2018-10-25T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bed preparation
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/PCXYbiWAA5Y/hqdefault.jpg
Bed Preparation For All Gardeners
Proper bed preparation for organic gardening is outlined, covering what to avoid, vegetation removal, soil amendments, moisture management, and planting techniques for both transplants and seeds.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/PCXYbiWAA5Y
93
2018-07-31T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bed preparation
Howard Garrett
https://img.youtube.com/vi/oKgFf4tmMIE/hqdefault.jpg
Organic Bed Preparation
Howard walks through organic bed preparation steps including grass removal, adding amendments to native soil, proper moisture levels before planting, and correct transplant positioning with appropriate mulching.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/oKgFf4tmMIE
100
2017-09-20T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Bed preparation
Howard Garrett
https://dirtdoctor.com/library/33364/
https://img.youtube.com/vi/ki9bjY0LJ_M/hqdefault.jpg
Fabulous Trees Slideshow
Fabulous Trees slide show
https://www.youtube.com/embed/ki9bjY0LJ_M
1966
2019-08-29T00:00:00+00:00
yes
no
Howard Garrett