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Ep 122. Soil, Sprouts, and Moonlighting in Cedar Key

⏱️ 53:15 🎀 Jordan Upcavage, Jason Lee
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Ep 122. Soil, Sprouts, and Moonlighting in Cedar Key
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  • 0:00
    Welcome and Introductions
    Jason Lee and Jordan Upcavage welcome listeners to Green Side Up, introducing themselves and the podcast's focus on landscaping and tree care entrepreneurship.
  • 0:37
    Curse of Oak Island Discussion
    Jordan discusses his late-night TV habits, sharing insights and theories about The Curse of Oak Island, and its historical artifacts.
  • 3:24
    Mangroves and Cedar Key Jobs
    Jordan shares about an important meeting regarding mangrove trimming, and Jason details upcoming landscaping jobs in Cedar Key, including light installations and renovations.
  • 22:20
    Mighty Grow Product Feature
    A sponsored segment introduces Mighty Grow, a product focused on root and soil health for plant care, emphasizing its benefits for both hosts' businesses.
  • 24:00
    Plant Health Care Audit
    Jordan discusses his plant health care program, detailing an audit with mentor Ken Miller, covering legal compliance, classroom training, and the use of polyphosphate as a fungicide.
  • 41:56
    Soil pH Management
    The hosts delve into soil pH, discussing the challenges of acidic and alkaline soils in Florida, and the use of sulfur and lime to adjust pH for optimal plant health.
  • 52:05
    Mighty Grow Experiment Results
    Jordan provides an update on the Mighty Grow experiment at the University of Tampa, observing visible improvements in treated trees and foxtail ferns, underscoring the product's effectiveness.
  • 1:08:55
    Take All Root Rot Success
    Jason shares a success story with Mighty Grow helping Zoysia grass thrive despite take all root rot, leading to a recommendation for turf replacement.
  • 1:17:10
    Coachella in the Lake Bed
    Jordan recounts a humorous weekend story of hosting a 'Coachella' music festival in a dried-up lake bed, complete with golf, grilling, and an explosive campfire.
  • 1:37:10
    Announcements and Wrap-up
    The hosts provide social media handles, email contacts for listener engagement, and mention upcoming attendance at the Equip conference, before Jordan shares his recent lecturing experiences on arboriculture.

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Jordan Upcavage
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Jason Lee
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Key Takeaways

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Proactively gather all necessary materials before traveling to remote job sites to avoid delays and inefficiencies, especially where resources are scarce.

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Regularly audit your safety and operational supplies (e.g., spill kits, first aid) to ensure they are current, functional, and ready for use, preventing legal issues and ensuring worker safety.

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Consider using soil analysis to tailor plant health care programs; a one-size-fits-all approach is less effective than specific formulas based on soil pH and plant needs.

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For struggling trees and plants, investigate innovative products like Mighty Grow that focus on root and soil health, as they can significantly improve plant vitality and resilience.

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When installing landscape lighting, clearly communicate limitations and responsibilities with clients, especially for complex installations requiring specialized equipment or access, to avoid disputes.

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Document and track the long-term effects of treatments like Mighty Grow, including visible changes in plants and surrounding flora, to validate efficacy and inform future client recommendations.

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Be prepared for unexpected physical demands in personal or professional life; maintaining a level of fitness can help you rise to challenges, even when you'd rather be relaxing.

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