Gardening by the Yard Season 3 Episode 11 Marvelous Mums, Low-Priced Gizmos, Raised Beds

In season 3 episode 11 of "Gardening by the Yard" titled "Marvelous Mums, Low-Priced Gizmos, Raised Beds," host Paul James focuses on mums, gadgets that make gardening easier and more affordable, and how to build raised garden beds.

Paul starts the episode by showcasing a variety of chrysanthemums, or mums, in different colors and shapes. He explains how mums are easy to grow and maintain, and how they can provide beautiful fall colors to any garden. Paul also shares tips on how to propagate mums by division, and how to keep them healthy and blooming for years to come.

Next, Paul introduces a few gardening gadgets that are low-priced and can make gardening tasks easier and more efficient. He demonstrates a plant pot mover, which can easily move heavy pots around without straining the back. He also showcases a watering wand, a hose nozzle that can be adjusted to different spray patterns and water pressure, and a hose hanger, which can keep hoses off the ground and organized.

Finally, Paul shows viewers how to build raised garden beds, which can provide better drainage and soil quality for plants, as well as easier access for gardening tasks. He explains how to choose the right location for the beds, how to prepare the site, and how to build and fill the beds using materials like wood, cinder blocks, and straw bales. Paul also provides suggestions for plants that grow well in raised beds, like herbs, vegetables, and berries.

As always, Paul provides his trademark humor and enthusiasm for gardening, making this episode not only informative but also enjoyable to watch. Viewers can learn new gardening techniques and ideas, as well as get inspired to try out some of the showcased gadgets or build their own raised beds.