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Focus on Flowers

Indiana Public Media

Focus on Flowers is a weekly podcast and public radio program about flower gardening hosted by master gardener Moya Andews.

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Chrysanthemum parthenium

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2024/06/27

The botanical name for feverfew is Chrysanthemum parthenium because according to Plutarch a worker fell during the construction of the Greek parthenon, and his life was saved by this plant’s medicinal properties. The common name of feverfew is because it is used to reduce fevers.

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Patents

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2024/06/20

In 1995, the patents’ length of time was extended, so that now breeders can collect royalties on a plant for 20 years.

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Purple Plantings

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2024/06/13

Today, I am quoting from Vita Sackville West who is discussing planting a border with flowers ranging in color from pale mauve through rich purple.

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Looking Ahead

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2024/06/06

Spring is a wonderful season for gardeners. The weather is pleasant outdoors and visiting nurseries is such fun, but as well as popping into the ground plants that will give immediate gratification, also try to plant some fall bloomers.

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Making Bouquets

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2024/05/30

We have all been guilty of shoving flowers into any type of vase when we are in a hurry. However, we all know as well that just a little bit of effort on our part will make even a few flowers look really special.

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Flower Sex

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2024/05/23

Scientists are concerned that the use of toxic pesticides and the decreasing amount of wild habitat may be affecting flower pollination. They studied wild pansies growing in fields across Europe that are generally pollinated by bees but can also use their own pollen to self-fertilize, using its own genes to produce new seeds, which is more limited than sexual reproduction that mixes DNA.

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Bevan

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2024/05/16

All of May, cranesbill geranium 'Bevan' is covered in pink flowers, and the rest of the year, he has lovely fresh-looking green leaves.

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Carpeting

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2024/05/09

A quote by Vita Sackville West about ground covers.

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Spring Dandelions

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2024/05/02

Dandelions light up our lawns each spring with bright yellow flowers.

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Early Botanical Artists

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2024/04/25

Before the invention of photography, illustrations of uncommon plants were crucial. Women were thought to be especially well suited for drawing specimens accurately. They were seen as patient, careful, and willing to work for little pay.

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The Middle Ages

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2024/04/18

During the Middle Ages in Britain, the monasteries were the places with the space and the knowledge to garden.

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Touch-Me-Nots

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2024/04/11

Most gardeners I know find it convenient to buy this easy-care annual for their pots and shade beds each spring, and delight in growing such undemanding annuals.

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Cherry Blossoms

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2024/04/04

The Cherry tree that Houseman wrote about in his poem is commonly known as bird cherry, which alas do not grow well for us in zone 6. A white tree that is a lovely substitute, however, is the white dogwood.

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Planting Easter Lilies

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2024/03/28

At this time of the year many flower lovers buy pots of Easter lilies at the grocery store to have in their homes during the Easter season

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The Benefits of Clay

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2024/03/21

Clay soil is heavy and hard to dig compared to sandy soil, but it is also more moisture and nutrient retentive.

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Usually Deer Proof

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2024/03/14

No plant, it seems to those of us plagued with deer, can be called really deer proof.

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Pruning Flowering Shrubs

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2024/03/07

Regular pruning benefits all woody plants, such as shrubs, trees, and vines. Pruning keeps them vigorous and healthy, as well as improving their shape.

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Cutting Back

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2024/02/29

Cutting back plants, even small ones, helps to stimulate growth. But don't cut off all of the leaves!

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Climbing Clematis

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2024/02/22

There are so many lovely varieties of clematis available today. Even a single bloom floating is a bowl looks perfect.

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Forcing

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2024/02/15

In late winter, after months without garden flowers, we are eager to see flowers in our homes. However, there is a wonderful feeling we get when we force branches of early spring-blooming trees and shrubs.

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