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Garden Talk

Wisconsin Public Radio

Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests.

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United States

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Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Putting your garden to bed for the winter; Forcing bulbs for indoor blooms

11/16/2024
We’ll talk about late fall garden tasks with Laura Jull. Then Melinda Myers will give us tips on planting bulbs in pots.

Duration:01:39:07

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Food science for gardeners; Growing edible houseplants

11/9/2024
As our growing season is ending we get into the weeds with two authors. First we’ll talk about using the power of science to produce healthier fruit and veggies. And […]

Duration:01:39:07

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Growing herbs and bonsai

11/2/2024
Herb expert, Erin Presley is back to talk about growing herbs and update us on what’s happening at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Then we talk with Steve Stoeveken, owner of […]

Duration:01:39:06

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Bird-friendly gardens and using low maintenance groundcovers

10/26/2024
Our bird population is in decline. In the first hour of the show we talk about one way to help our fine feathered friends – creating a landscape where they […]

Duration:01:39:20

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History of the orchid; Heirloom beans

10/19/2024
We dig into the history of two very different species. The beautiful orchid – fought over, hunted and rare. The hearty bean – basic, a sustainer of civilizations and grown […]

Duration:01:39:09

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Overview of this year’s gardening season; Growing ferns

10/12/2024
This has been an unusual growing season. Garden Talk regulars Lisa Johnson and Brian Hudelson are in to talk about what they’ve seen regarding plant disease, insects and the effects […]

Duration:01:39:03

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Minimize winter with early blooms and late harvests

10/5/2024
On this episode of Garden Talk we look at ways to enjoy your garden longer. First we talk with Mark Konlock from the Green Bay Botanical Garden about planting spring […]

Duration:00:49:20

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Sharing your fall harvest; What is Agroforestry?

9/28/2024
UW Extension Educator Kevin Schoessow is back to talk about the Spooner Agriculture Research Station. And the food they have donated to local organizations. We also talk about the work […]

Duration:01:39:04

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Preparing your garden for winter; Larry checks in from Scotland

9/21/2024
Gardening expert Melinda Myers joins us to talk about transitioning the garden from fall to winter. Topics include bringing in house plants, mulching, and caring for tropical bulbs.

Duration:01:39:09

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Elevate your soil with wool; Heirloom apples

9/14/2024
We talk with two Wisconsin entrepreneurs about improving your soil with the use of pellets made from locally sourced wool. Then we talk with an expert on heirloom apple varieties.

Duration:01:39:09