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423: Winter Lawn Care, Controlling Weeds and Insects
February 20, 2014
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Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, discusses winter lawn care. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about how to control spring weed and insect invasion.
Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, discusses winter lawn care. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about how to control spring weed and insect invasion.
424: Starting a Garden, Pruning Fruit Trees
February 27, 2014
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Tom Mashour, Master Gardener-Tipton County, is here to discuss ways to get your vegetable garden started. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about pruning fruit trees.
Tom Mashour, Master Gardener-Tipton County, is here to discuss ways to get your vegetable garden started. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about pruning fruit trees.
425: Arbor Day, Planting a Tree
March 6, 2014
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Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension in Haywood County, and Jim Volgas, Master Gardener and Certified Arborist, are here to discuss the history of Arbor Day and the basics of planting a tree.
Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension in Haywood County, and Jim Volgas, Master Gardener and Certified Arborist, are here to discuss the history of Arbor Day and the basics of planting a tree.
426: Gardening Practices, Hypertufa Planters, Spring Fling
March 13, 2014
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Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, discusses sustainable gardening practices. Callie Bolyard, Master Gardener, demonstrates how to make mini Hypertufa planters. And Carol Watkins, Master Gardener, tells us everything we need to know about Spring Fling, Memphis Area Master Gardener’s big event.
Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, discusses sustainable gardening practices. Callie Bolyard, Master Gardener, demonstrates how to make mini Hypertufa planters. And Carol Watkins, Master Gardener, tells us everything we need to know about Spring Fling, Memphis Area Master Gardener’s big event.
427: Roses, Plant Cultivars
March 20, 2014
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Jimmy Moser, Master Rosarian, gives useful information on pruning Roses and Spring Rose care. Plus Carol Reese, UT Ornamental Horticulture Specialist at the West Tennessee Research and Education Center in Jackson, is here to talk about plant cultivars that are sure to work well here.
Jimmy Moser, Master Rosarian, gives useful information on pruning Roses and Spring Rose care. Plus Carol Reese, UT Ornamental Horticulture Specialist at the West Tennessee Research and Education Center in Jackson, is here to talk about plant cultivars that are sure to work well here.
428: Native Plants, Community Gardens
March 27, 2014
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Carol Reese, UT Ornamental Horticulture Specialist at the West Tennessee Research and Education Center in Jackson, is here to talk about Native Plants. Plus Jo Anne Waterman, TSU Extension Agent-Shelby County, shares her tips for getting a community garden started.
Carol Reese, UT Ornamental Horticulture Specialist at the West Tennessee Research and Education Center in Jackson, is here to talk about Native Plants. Plus Jo Anne Waterman, TSU Extension Agent-Shelby County, shares her tips for getting a community garden started.
429: Eastern Hognose Snake, Controlling Pests
April 3, 2014
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Andy Williams, Director of The Lichterman Nature Center, is joined by the Eastern Hognose Snake. Andy Shares very useful information on the Eastern Hognose Snake. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, is here to talk about controlling pests in the landscape.
Andy Williams, Director of The Lichterman Nature Center, is joined by the Eastern Hognose Snake. Andy Shares very useful information on the Eastern Hognose Snake. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, is here to talk about controlling pests in the landscape.
430: Hostas, Bugs and Diseases to Lookout for
April 10, 2014
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Cheryl Lockhart, Master Gardener, is here to discuss everything you need to know about Hostas. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares what bugs and diseases we should be on the lookout for this spring.
Cheryl Lockhart, Master Gardener, is here to discuss everything you need to know about Hostas. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares what bugs and diseases we should be on the lookout for this spring.
431: Strawberries and Blackberries
April 17, 2014
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Juanita Jones, Jones Orchard, and Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, are here to give tips on growing strawberries and blackberries and how to prepare fresh strawberries to be frozen.
Juanita Jones, Jones Orchard, and Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, are here to give tips on growing strawberries and blackberries and how to prepare fresh strawberries to be frozen.
432: Horticulturist Information, Blueberries
April 24, 2014
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Richard Beckwith, Horticulturist for the City of Memphis, talks about what his job entails. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, gives tips on growing blueberries.
Richard Beckwith, Horticulturist for the City of Memphis, talks about what his job entails. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, gives tips on growing blueberries.
433: Container Gardening, Lawn Care, WKNO Vegetable Garden
May 1, 2014
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Tonya Ashworth, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, is here to talk about container gardening. Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, tells us everything we need to know to get that beautiful lawn. And Tom Mashour, Master Gardener-Tipton County, takes us out into the WKNO Family Plot garden to get us started on our warm season vegetables.
Tonya Ashworth, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, is here to talk about container gardening. Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, tells us everything we need to know to get that beautiful lawn. And Tom Mashour, Master Gardener-Tipton County, takes us out into the WKNO Family Plot garden to get us started on our warm season vegetables.
434: Fresh Herbs, Trapping Moles, Bedding Plants
May 8, 2014
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Tonya Ashworth, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, talks about growing fresh herbs. Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shows us how to trap moles. And Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, discusses planting and caring for bedding plants.
Tonya Ashworth, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, talks about growing fresh herbs. Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shows us how to trap moles. And Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, discusses planting and caring for bedding plants.
435: Native Plants, Plant Camp
May 14, 2014
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Kristin Lamberson and Mitch Robinson, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, discuss Strawberry Plains and how to use Native Plants to transform your landscape into a beautiful and welcoming place for birds and butterflies. Plus Tim Roberts, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, talks about the youth gardening Plant Camp that takes place from June 9th to June 13th.
Kristin Lamberson and Mitch Robinson, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, discuss Strawberry Plains and how to use Native Plants to transform your landscape into a beautiful and welcoming place for birds and butterflies. Plus Tim Roberts, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, talks about the youth gardening Plant Camp that takes place from June 9th to June 13th.
436: Backyard Chickens, Termites, Ants, and Spiders
May 22, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, and Rick Pudwell, Horticulture Director at the Memphis Botanic Garden and raises chickens at home, discuss backyard chickens, termites, ants, and spiders.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, and Rick Pudwell, Horticulture Director at the Memphis Botanic Garden and raises chickens at home, discuss backyard chickens, termites, ants, and spiders.
437: Managing Wildlife, Grilled Romaine Lettuce
May 29, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, discusses managing wildlife. Plus Rita Jackson, UT Extension Agent, demonstrates how to prepare grilled Romaine lettuce.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, discusses managing wildlife. Plus Rita Jackson, UT Extension Agent, demonstrates how to prepare grilled Romaine lettuce.
438: "Through Our Garden Gates" Garden Tour, Controlling Ticks
June 5, 2014
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Catherine Lewis, Memphis Area Master Gardener, gives a preview of this year's "Through Our Garden Gates" garden tour. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, joins to discuss controlling ticks in your yard.
Catherine Lewis, Memphis Area Master Gardener, gives a preview of this year's "Through Our Garden Gates" garden tour. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, joins to discuss controlling ticks in your yard.
439: Gardening Solutions, Horticulture Therapy
June 12, 2014
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Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, shares gardening solutions to common problems people face. And Laurie Williams, Adult Education Manager, Memphis Botanic Garden, introduces Horticulture Therapy and the different benefits that stems from it.
Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, shares gardening solutions to common problems people face. And Laurie Williams, Adult Education Manager, Memphis Botanic Garden, introduces Horticulture Therapy and the different benefits that stems from it.
440: Diseases in Fruits and Vegetables, Moths and Butterflies
June 19, 2014
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Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, offers solutions to problems dealing with diseases on fruits and vegetables. Andy Williams, Director of The Lichterman Nature Center, helps us recognize the difference between a moth and a butterfly. Plus, Andy presents interesting facts about the Luna Moth.
Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, offers solutions to problems dealing with diseases on fruits and vegetables. Andy Williams, Director of The Lichterman Nature Center, helps us recognize the difference between a moth and a butterfly. Plus, Andy presents interesting facts about the Luna Moth.
441: Glass Flowers, Diseases in Tomatoes and Peppers
June 26, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, offers advice on managing diseases in tomatoes and peppers. And Stacy Hancock, Memphis Area Master Gardener, shows us how to create glass flowers for the garden.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, offers advice on managing diseases in tomatoes and peppers. And Stacy Hancock, Memphis Area Master Gardener, shows us how to create glass flowers for the garden.
501: Protecting Pecan Trees, Summer Celebration, Wild Rice with Grapes
July 3, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about dealing with pests and diseases that are attacking your pecan trees. And Amy Elizer, UT Extension Agent-Madison County Director, discusses the Summer Celebration Lawn and Garden Show and demonstrates how to make wild rice with grapes.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about dealing with pests and diseases that are attacking your pecan trees. And Amy Elizer, UT Extension Agent-Madison County Director, discusses the Summer Celebration Lawn and Garden Show and demonstrates how to make wild rice with grapes.
502: Becoming a Master Gardener, Shade Tolerant Plants
July 10, 2014
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Sandra Montague, Fayette County Master Gardeners, President, and Melissa Taylor, Memphis Area Master Gardener, Vice President, talk about becoming a Master Gardener and what it entails. Plus Carol Reese, Ornamental Horticulture Specialist, Western district UT Extension Service, talks about options for shade tolerant plants to consider for your landscape.
Sandra Montague, Fayette County Master Gardeners, President, and Melissa Taylor, Memphis Area Master Gardener, Vice President, talk about becoming a Master Gardener and what it entails. Plus Carol Reese, Ornamental Horticulture Specialist, Western district UT Extension Service, talks about options for shade tolerant plants to consider for your landscape.
503: Garden Safety Tips, Reduce Impact of Pesticides
July 17, 2014
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Genie Ashworth, Memphis Area Master Gardener, gives garden safety tips. And Carol Reese, Ornamental Horticulture Specialist, Western district UT Extension Service, discusses ways we can reduce the impact of pesticides and help our beneficial pollinators.
Genie Ashworth, Memphis Area Master Gardener, gives garden safety tips. And Carol Reese, Ornamental Horticulture Specialist, Western district UT Extension Service, discusses ways we can reduce the impact of pesticides and help our beneficial pollinators.
504: Extension Service, Planting Fall Vegetables
July 24, 2014
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Dr. Lynn Brookins, UT Extension Western Region Program Leader, gives a brief overview of the Extension Service. And Dr. Lelia Kelly, MSU Extension Horticulture Specialist, tells us when to plant fall vegetables, and which ones to plant.
Dr. Lynn Brookins, UT Extension Western Region Program Leader, gives a brief overview of the Extension Service. And Dr. Lelia Kelly, MSU Extension Horticulture Specialist, tells us when to plant fall vegetables, and which ones to plant.
505: Preserving Vegetables, Lawn Problems
July 31, 2014
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Dr. Lelia Kelly, MSU Extension Horticulture Specialist, discusses preserving this year's warm season vegetables. And Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, talks about dealing with lawn problems caused by the wet spring and summer.
Dr. Lelia Kelly, MSU Extension Horticulture Specialist, discusses preserving this year's warm season vegetables. And Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, talks about dealing with lawn problems caused by the wet spring and summer.
506: Fall Pests, Delta Fair Horticulture Demonstrations
August 7, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, discusses fall pests to watch for. And Jan Hamilton, Delta Fair and Music Festival, Director-Crafts, Culinary, and Collectibles, talks about the Delta Fair and Music Festival's horticulture demonstrations.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, discusses fall pests to watch for. And Jan Hamilton, Delta Fair and Music Festival, Director-Crafts, Culinary, and Collectibles, talks about the Delta Fair and Music Festival's horticulture demonstrations.
507: Controlling Mosquitoes, Relocating a Wild Bee Colony
August 14, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, discusses ways to control Mosquitoes and other insects. Plus David Glover, The Bartlett Bee Whisperer, talks about relocating a wild bee colony.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, discusses ways to control Mosquitoes and other insects. Plus David Glover, The Bartlett Bee Whisperer, talks about relocating a wild bee colony.
508: Memphis Botanic Garden Course, Controlling Deer and Rabbits
August 21, 2014
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Jim Volgas, Master Gardener and Certified Arborist, shares a way to learn about trees and care for them with a five week course at Memphis Botanic Garden on September 3rd. Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares tips on how to control Deer and Rabbits.
Jim Volgas, Master Gardener and Certified Arborist, shares a way to learn about trees and care for them with a five week course at Memphis Botanic Garden on September 3rd. Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares tips on how to control Deer and Rabbits.
509: Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale, Hummingbird Migration
August 28, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, gives us a look at the Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale, a new insect that attacks Crape Myrtles. Plus Kristin Lamberson, Native Plant Specialist, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, and Mitch Robinson, Conservation Education Manager, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, talk about the Hummingbird Migration and attracting them to your yard, highlighting the Hummingbird Festival at Strawberry Plains.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, gives us a look at the Crepe Myrtle Bark Scale, a new insect that attacks Crape Myrtles. Plus Kristin Lamberson, Native Plant Specialist, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, and Mitch Robinson, Conservation Education Manager, Strawberry Plains Audubon Center, talk about the Hummingbird Migration and attracting them to your yard, highlighting the Hummingbird Festival at Strawberry Plains.
510: Dahlias, Salamanders
September 4, 2014
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Dale Skaggs, Horticulture Director, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, talks about Dahlias and tips on adding them to your garden for that extra pop of color. Plus Andy Williams, Director of The Lichterman Nature Center, gives us a look at Salamanders with The Lichterman Nature Center.
Dale Skaggs, Horticulture Director, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, talks about Dahlias and tips on adding them to your garden for that extra pop of color. Plus Andy Williams, Director of The Lichterman Nature Center, gives us a look at Salamanders with The Lichterman Nature Center.
511: Healthy Snack Ideas, Fall Garden Tips
September 11, 2014
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Natalie Owens, TSU Extension Agent-Shelby County, offers healthy snack ideas for your next tailgate party, including grilled kabobs and homemade salsa. And Dale Skaggs, Horticulture Director, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, shares ideas for your fall garden.
Natalie Owens, TSU Extension Agent-Shelby County, offers healthy snack ideas for your next tailgate party, including grilled kabobs and homemade salsa. And Dale Skaggs, Horticulture Director, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, shares ideas for your fall garden.
512: Sustainability, Fall Fruit Tree Care
September 18, 2014
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Christine Donhardt, American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and Memphis Shelby County Office of Sustainability, talks about sustainability and how to use "greener" gardening practices in your landscape. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, gives advice on fall fruit tree care.
Christine Donhardt, American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and Memphis Shelby County Office of Sustainability, talks about sustainability and how to use "greener" gardening practices in your landscape. And Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, gives advice on fall fruit tree care.
513: Bird-Friendly Backyard, Cover Crops, Fall Army Worm Invasion
September 25, 2014
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Debbie Bruce, Wild Birds Unlimited, give ideas to make your yard more bird-friendly. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares tips on cover crops and dealing with the fall army worm invasion.
Debbie Bruce, Wild Birds Unlimited, give ideas to make your yard more bird-friendly. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares tips on cover crops and dealing with the fall army worm invasion.
514: Closing the Vegetable Garden, Root Division and Stem Cuttings
October 2, 2014
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Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, shares ideas for closing your summer vegetable garden. Plus Celia Chastain, Head Gardener/ Nursery Manager, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, demonstrates how to propagate your plants by root division and stem cuttings.
Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, shares ideas for closing your summer vegetable garden. Plus Celia Chastain, Head Gardener/ Nursery Manager, Dixon Gallery and Gardens, demonstrates how to propagate your plants by root division and stem cuttings.
515: Preparing for Next Year, Getting Rid of Fire Ants
October 9, 2014
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Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, talks about how to prepare for next year's vegetable garden. And Mary Wade, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, shares the Texas Two-Step method for getting rid of fire ants.
Walter Battle, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, talks about how to prepare for next year's vegetable garden. And Mary Wade, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, shares the Texas Two-Step method for getting rid of fire ants.
516: Pumpkin Chilli, Pumpkin Carving Ideas
October 16, 2014
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Sherri Morris, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, shares a delicious recipe for pumpkin chili. Plus Jason Reeves, Horticulture, UT Gardens-Jackson, shows us fun ideas for pumpkin carving.
Sherri Morris, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, shares a delicious recipe for pumpkin chili. Plus Jason Reeves, Horticulture, UT Gardens-Jackson, shows us fun ideas for pumpkin carving.
517: Trees for Fall, Winter Landscape
October 23, 2014
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Len Lawhon, Horticulturalist, Northwest Mississippi Community College, talks about which trees to plant to get that beautiful fall look. Plus Jason Reeves, Horticulturalist, UT Gardens-Jackson, shares ideas for adding to your winter landscape.
Len Lawhon, Horticulturalist, Northwest Mississippi Community College, talks about which trees to plant to get that beautiful fall look. Plus Jason Reeves, Horticulturalist, UT Gardens-Jackson, shares ideas for adding to your winter landscape.
518: Crape Myrtle Scale, Spring Flowering Bulbs
October 30, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about how to treat a Crape Myrtle Scale infestation. And Rick Pudwell, Horticulture Director at the Memphis Botanic Garden, discusses spring flowering bulbs.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, talks about how to treat a Crape Myrtle Scale infestation. And Rick Pudwell, Horticulture Director at the Memphis Botanic Garden, discusses spring flowering bulbs.
519: Winter Critters, Bring Plants Indoors for Winter
November 6, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares his tips on keeping winter critters out. Plus Laurie Williams, Adult Education Manager, Memphis Botanic Garden, talks about how to bring plants indoors for the cold winter months.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares his tips on keeping winter critters out. Plus Laurie Williams, Adult Education Manager, Memphis Botanic Garden, talks about how to bring plants indoors for the cold winter months.
520: Winterizing Tools, Growing Garlic
November 13, 2014
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Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares his tips for winterizing your tools. And Carl Wayne Hardeman, Memphis Area Master Gardener, talks about growing garlic.
Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, shares his tips for winterizing your tools. And Carl Wayne Hardeman, Memphis Area Master Gardener, talks about growing garlic.
521: Composting, Growing Muscadines
November 20, 2014
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Jim Volgas, Master Gardener and Certified Arborist, talks about composting and how beneficial it is for your garden. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, tells us how to grow Muscadines.
Jim Volgas, Master Gardener and Certified Arborist, talks about composting and how beneficial it is for your garden. Plus Mike Dennison, Retired UT Extension Agent, tells us how to grow Muscadines.
522: Advice for the Garden for Winter
November 27, 2014
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Tonya Ashworth, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, Walter Batter, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, and Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, give their advice on what you should be doing during these cold winter months for your garden.
Tonya Ashworth, UT Extension Agent-Fayette County, Walter Batter, Director of the UT Extension-Haywood County, and Booker T. Leigh, UT Extension Agent-Shelby County, give their advice on what you should be doing during these cold winter months for your garden.
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