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Good Growing

Chris Enroth

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Gardenbite: A second life to your cut Christmas tree...

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2023/12/29

In this Gardenbite, Chris explores the various ways to recycle your cut Christmas tree. Many Illinoisians have a Christmas tree disposal day where they can throw out a cut Christmas tree and the city will pick it up and turn it into woodchips. However, there are other ways to give your tree a second life. Chris discusses how to create a shelter for birds, turn the cut tree into food for wildlife, use cut evergreen branches as winter mulch to protect herbaceous perennials, and more!Contact

53:06

Ep. 160 Spice up your holiday with these holiday...

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2023/12/22

Join Ken and Chris on a journey around the world as they explore the fascinating history of quintessential holiday spices. In this episode of the Good Growing Podcast, you will learn about the origins of nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, peppermint, allspice, and ginger, and how they made their way to our spice cabinets. You will also discover what parts of the plants are harvested to produce these spices. And, if you’re a fan of the Spice Girls, you won’t want to miss Chris’s attempt to name them

34:59

Ep. 159 Mistletoe Show: Learn about this holiday...

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2023/12/14

Join us on a horticultural journey through the world of mistletoe. In this episode, we explore the fascinating history and cultural significance of this parasitic plant. From its unique biology to its horticultural applications, we cover everything you need to know about mistletoe. We also discuss the plant’s role in the ecosystem and where you can find it in Illinois and beyond. Tune in to discover why mistletoe is more than just a holiday decoration!Skip to what you want to know:0:29 Hey

41:53

Ep. 158 All about Poinsettias: Myths, legends, how...

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2023/12/08

On this week’s Good Growing Podcast, we’re taking a closer look at a holiday staple, the poinsettia. Join us as we discuss the myths and legends that surround the poinsettia, where they come from, how they’re grown, and more! Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0jY1dNYQG5Y Skip to what you want to know: 00:30 – Welcome, Ken, and what kind of Christmas tree does Chris have? 02:50 – How do you pronounce poinsettia? 04:20 – Where do poinsettias come from? What are some other names it

45:47

Ep. 157 All About Bed Bugs with Entomologist Dr....

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2023/12/01

In this episode, Ken and Chris explore a timely and concerning topic—the resurgence of bed bugs making headlines globally! Join us as we delve into the pressing issue of bed bugs seemingly spiraling out of control. Are these tiny pests staging a global takeover once again? Our special guest, entomologist Dr. Kacie Athey, joins the conversation to address our lingering questions about bed bugs. From tips on avoiding these unwelcome companions during your travels to guidance on handling a bed

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Gardenbite: Growing Christmas trees | #GoodGrowing

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2023/11/24

Thanksgiving is over, which means many of us will be going out to pick out our Christmas trees. On this week’s Good Growing Podcast, we’re taking a trip back to 2020 when we talked with Robert Richardson with the Illinois Christmas Tree Association. Learn about the process of growing Christmas trees from when they go in the ground until you pick one out. Want to see or listen to the entire show? Watch this episode on YouTube or listen on our website.YouTube:

27:40

Gardenbite Turkey Talk: Tips for growing your own...

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2023/11/17

This week the Good Growing podcast rewinds to when we chatted with local foods educator James Thueri all about turkeys. James talks about how the commercial producers get the turkey from egg to plate. Plus, James gives tips if for those interested in raising their own heritage breeds in their own backyard.Listen to the entire podcast https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-46-talking-turkey-and-backyard-livestock-james-theuriSkip to what you want to know: Skip to what you

35:47

Ep. 156 Fall garden Q&A and garden updates |...

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2023/11/10

On this week’s Good Growing Podcast, we’re answering some of your fall gardening questions. Learn about overwintering mum and dahlias, white pines dropping needles, keeping feral cats out of gardens, and more! We also give an update on what’s going on with the leaves in our yards and how our gardens fared this year. Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BXgo-nq9KNo Skip to what you want to know: 00:30 – Welcome, Ken, and what’s up with the weather? 01:15 – Leaf report from our yards

35:38

Ep. 155 Stewarding our community tree canopies |...

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2023/11/03

This week on the Good Growing podcast Chris and Ken chat with horticulture educator Sarah Vogel and horticulture program coordinator Jenny Lee promoting an upcoming series for tree care professionals called the Community Tree Care Series. During the online webinar participants will go from basics to more complex topics in tree care. It is a great opportunity for Illinois arborists needing CEUs or training staff who maintain trees. Register for the online Community Tree Care Series at

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Ep. 154 Spooky plant diseases: Diseases that have...

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2023/10/27

We’re all dressed up for this week’s Good Growing podcast because it’s our Halloween Spooktacular! This year, we are joined by Dr. Chelsea Harbach to talk about some spooky plant diseases that have had some significant historical impacts. Learn about ergot, late blight, and coffee rust and how they’ve changed the course of history. Watch us, and see our costumes on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oEzbf1LuLLg Skip to what you want to know: 00:15 – Welcome, Ken and Chelsea, and what are we

34:54

Ep. 153 Talking Spotted Lanternfly with Dr. Kacie...

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2023/10/20

This week on the Good Growing Podcast Chris and Ken talk with Dr. Kacie Athey about the newest invasive insect found in Illinois, the spotted lanternfly. Even though it’s only currently in Cook County, this particular bug is likely to spread across the state and Midwest. Will spotted lanternfly devour everything in its path? Or will we barely notice its arrival? Find out this and more on this week’s podcast.Find out what you want to know:0:49 – Hey Ken. And Chris has trouble remembering

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Ep. 152 Creating a water-conscious landscape |...

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2023/10/13

On this week’s Good Growing podcast, we welcome Emily Swihart back to talk about water-conscious landscaping! Learn why planning our landscapes with water in mind is important and how we can incorporate water-conscious landscaping into our landscapes. Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hfIY5e0axak Skip to what you want to know: 00:30 – Welcome, Ken and Emily, and are our landscapes ready for frost? 06:30 – What is water-conscious landscaping? Is it just a fancy way of saying

45:52

Ep. 151 How to grow and pick the perfect pumpkin |...

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2023/10/06

This week on the Good Growing Podcast, Chris and Ken talk with commercial ag educator Nathan Johanning all about pumpkins! Nathan has been researching pumpkins with University of Illinois Extension for years and is himself a pumpkin grower. This week we dive into what is a growing season like for a pumpkin farmer, what are some of their biggest pests, how to pick the perfect pumpkin, and much more!Skip to what you want to know:0:34 – Hey Ken! Have we gotten our pumpkins yet?4:46 – Welcome

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Ep. 150 What's up with 2023 weather & what to expect...

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2023/09/29

This week on the Good Growing Podcast, Chris and Ken chat with state climatologist, Dr. Trent Ford. During the episode, we chat about what’s up with the weather for 2023. Soils are dry across Illinois. Is there any relief in sight? Will El Nino play a role in our weather this winter? Will it be a cold and snowy winter? Trent will share the Climate Prediction Center’s outlook for the fall and winter.Citizen Science Climate Data Collection OpportunitiesCheck out CocoRahs

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Ep. 149 All About Mulch: Lay it on thick and keep it...

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2023/09/22

On this week’s Good Growing Podcast, we welcome Emily Swihart back to talk about mulch! Learn about what mulch is, what it’s good for, what mulches we should avoid using, and why our mulch should be thick and chunky. We also dispel some common misconceptions about mulch. Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sqw4Cwr7wjo Skip to what you want to know: 00:30 – Welcome, Ken and Emily, and Chris’ existential crisis 02:45 – What is mulch, and what is it good for? 04:50 – What are our

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Gardenbite: Moving houseplants indoors and overwinter...

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2023/09/15

Now that night temperatures are starting to cool, it’s time to start thinking about bringing houseplants back indoors for the winter. On this week's Good Growing Podcast, Ken Johnson discusses some steps we can take to successfully transition our houseplants indoors, as well as some tips on their care over the winter. Want to read more about moving houseplants indoors and houseplant pests? Check out these blog articles:Tips for moving houseplants indoors and overwinter care:

9:26

Gardenbite: Three tips for a healthier lawn |...

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2023/09/08

This week on the Good Growing podcast Chris shares a Gardenbite of when retired horticulture educator Richard Hentschel visited the show in 2021 to talk about fall lawn care. During the show, Richard spoke about three things we could all do to reduce our lawn inputs. Want to see or listen to the entire show? Watch this episode on YouTube or listen on our website.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QCWX2HzFpY8&t=151s Good Growing Podcast:

7:26

Gardenbite- Soil testing: Give your soil a check-up...

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2023/09/01

Fall is almost here! On this week's Good Growing Podcast, Ken talks about something we should add to our to-do list for this fall: conducting a soil test. Contact us! Chris Enroth: cenroth@illinois.eduKen Johnson: kjohnso@illinois.edu Check out the Good Growing Blog: https://go.illinois.edu/goodgrowingSubscribe to the weekly Good Growing email: https://go.illinois.edu/goodgrowingsubscribe Any products or companies mentioned during the podcast are in no way a promotion or endorsement of

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Ep. 148 Answering more of your summer garden...

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2023/08/24

On this week’s Good Growing podcast, we are answering more of your questions. We discuss the new invasive hornet that has been found in Georgia, coca mulch and worms in ponds, tree roots affecting building foundations, apple fruit rots, and more! Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fFmCDDUwXQ4 Skip to what you want to know: 00:05 – Welcome 01:20 – New invasive wasp found in Georgia, the yellow-legged hornet 07:47 – Be on the lookout for spotted lanternfly 11:10 – White “worms” in a

33:34

Ep. 147 More than just mums: Fall blooming plants for...

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2023/08/11

On this week’s Good Growing podcast, we discuss fall-blooming plants. While we typically reach for mums, there are a lot of other plants we can use in our landscapes for an end-of-season flower show! Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NYmaaXnh7JY Skip to what you want to know: 00:33 – Welcome, Ken and have we followed our advice and started our fall vegetable gardens? 02:20 – Benefits of fall blooming plants for pollinators 05:05 – Goldenrods 06:25 – Solidago rugosa

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