Real gardening lessons from Zone 9 — the wins, the mistakes, the bugs, the soil, and everything in between.
Breaking Down How to Grow in Southeast Texas
We’re gardeners, growers, and soil lovers in Southeast Texas — here to help you grow smarter, not harder. Whether you’re tending a backyard raised bed, maintaining a landscape, or building a small homestead, we share the why behind what makes plants thrive in our unique Gulf Coast climate (Zone 9)
Our Resources
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Podcast
Listen in or watch our Podcast on your favorite streaming platform. Episodes drop weekly on Tuesday at 6AM.
We cover an array of topics to help you learn as well as challenge ourselves to learn to.
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YouTube Channel
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to catch weekly videos including our podcast, shorts, and more.
We strive to provide easy to digest content and work towards building healthy soil and a healthy homestead.
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Classes & Materials
If you are in Southeast Texas, join us for our in-person classes over an array of topics, or just join in on the live stream via YouTube.
Q&A Sessions are coming soon!
Your Questions, Answered
What is The Compost Pile?
It’s a community of like-minded people who have a desire to grow their knowledge in all things gardening & homesteading. We are here to learn new things from you too!
What is the history of The Compost Pile?
The Compost Pile started as an idea many years ago from our Hosts, David Pool & Aaron Barnhill. David has worked in the retail garden center space and professional landscape space for over 20 years, while Aaron brings everyday home gardener knowledge and culinary skills to the table. Together they have simple discussions to better understand all things gardening & homesteading.
Can I be a guest?
We are always looking to learn from others and are happy to accept guest inquiries. Click on our link in the menu and fill out our guest inquiry form today!
Submit Your Questions Here
Having trouble solving a problem? Ask your questions here and we will DO OUR BEST to answer them.
We are learners just as much as you and your questions not only may help you, but also help us learn new things too!