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Bloomers in the Garden

Len Schroeder and Julio Zamora

Bringing the Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey region practical advice in maintaining your gardens, landscapes and yards. Subscribe to the show to keep up with seasonal advice for your garden!

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59:48

BITG March 18, 2023 Flying Ants • Using Epson Salts •...

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2023/03/18

Joan from Feasterville called the Bloomers in the Garden hotline and has battled swarms of Flying Ants! We'll explain what to do if this happens to you! Can you use Epsom Salts on more than just roses! Caroline a listener and a customer of Bloomers. Caroline called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and has weeds growing under her tulips. She's in a tough spot, we'll explain A listener from of last weeks show asked us to repeat the products we recommended to control ants. We'll revisit the topic

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58:19

March 11, 2023 Weeds & Seed • Wild Onion • Roses •...

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2023/03/11

Keith from Haddonfield called the Bloomers in the Garden hotline and has a weed taking over the area where he seeded this past fall! We'll tell explain what it is and what to do! Every year John from Whippany battles Wild Onion in his garden & landscape beds. John texted us on the Hotline and we have a solution!! Pam called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and asked about an old practice for her roses. Julio and I will tell you what that is, and how you can have beautiful roses too! Paul is

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59:45

BITG March 3, 2023 PH & Plants • Spring Seeding •...

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2023/03/04

During our 1st segment Julio & I will tell you how important PH is to growing great plants! To Seed, or Not to seed, that is the question!! Spring seeding requires taking specific steps for success. We'll explain in our second segment!! Get ready for your mailbox to get stuffed with offers promising a perfect lawn in only "4 Steps"! HOGWASH!!! In our 3rd Segment Julio and I will discuss why it's best to avoid the "4 Step Program" all together! We receive more questions about Hydrangeas than

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01:00:22

BIYG 02/25/23 Pussy Willows • Early Perennials •...

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2023/02/24

Nothing says Spring like a bunch of Pussy Willows in a vase! How about you grow your own? We're going to introduce you to a new variety that will grow great in your landscape! This Winter the weather has been such a tease!! During our second and third segments we're going to highlight some early flowering perennials available right now at your local Garden Center!! What are you giving up for lent? It's certainly isn't going to be Hellebores!! In our 3rd Segment we're going to share with you

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01:01:29

02/18/23 Philadelphia Flower Show Interview with Seth...

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2023/02/17

The theme for This Year's Philadelphia Flower Show is "The Garden Electric!" Seth will share all of the highlights for this year's show!

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01:00:10

02/11/23 BITG: Making Roses Last • Boxwood Blues •...

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2023/02/10

Are you getting or giving Roses to your Sweetheart? We'll tell you how to make them last. Ron from Bergen County sent us a text message to the Bloomers in the Garden Hot Line. He is having problems with his Boxwood. It's time to get out in the yard and start you winter pruning! Do you want to have knock out summer blooming shrubs. Learn what to do in our 3rd Segment. One of our favorite flowering perennials is starting to bloom! We'll tell you all about Hellebores in our 4th segment. On

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54:57

02/04/23 BITG: New Growth in Winter?•Woodpecker House...

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2023/02/04

1. Our friend Vincent from Paramus called and he told us about his forsythia starting to bloom! 2. Joanne texted the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and is having negative encounters with woodpeckers. 3. MaryAnn called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and described a problem with her pink dogwood. 4. New Jersey Department Of Agriculture Places All Counties In NJ on Spotted Lantern Fly Quarantine! We'll explain what that means to NJ & PA residents in our 4th segment. 5. This week's "House Plant

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57:51

BITG 01/28/23 Mid Atlantic Trade Show Review

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2023/01/21

Julio, My Son Carl (AKA Bloomers Nursery Manager) and I visited the Mid Atlantic Nurseryman's Trade Show. One of the 1st things we noticed was how busy it was and that it has finally recovered from covid. Have you ever wondered where new plants come from? It's part keen eye, part science and part Indiana Jones. We're always looking out for the latest and greatest new plants. One that caught our eye was a red leaved Crape Myrtle! We'll tell you about that and other exciting plants in our 3rd

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57:51

BITG 01/21/23 Our Visit to the 107th PA Farm Show

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2023/01/21

1. Julio and Len visited the 107th Pennsylvania Farm Show. One of the 1st things we noticed were how many families were there! 2. While at the Farm Show Len & Julio visited the Calving Corner. It was like watching the incredible Dr. Pol live! 3. When you think of Farm Animals you think cows, sheep even pigs but Rabbits? One of the coolest areas was seeing all of the different kinds of Rabbits. 4. The Farm Show had so much diversity! The Competition wasn't It wasn't just for Animals but also flower

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59:56

2023 Garden Trends, Attracting Cardinals, Viva...

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2023/01/08

1. In our 1st segment we're going to do some Spring Dreaming! Julio & I will be discussing Top Garden Trends for 2023!! 2. Nothing is more stunning then a Red Cardinal against a white snow background. We'll discuss the best way to attract Cardinals 3. Pantone has announced the color of the year! Viva Magenta! We'll discuss the impact of Pantone's influence on everything from fashion to gardening 4. Leaf shine is always available in the house plant area at your local Garden Center… but does it really

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58:41

01/07/23 Insect Scale - 107th PA Farm Show - Where...

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2023/01/07

1. Scale is an insect that that attaches itself like a barnacle on to both landscape and indoor plants. They literally suck the life out of them and It's is a perfect time rid your plants of these destructive pests. 2. The 107th Pennsylvania Farm Show begins today at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center in Harrisburg, PA. It is the largest indoor agricultural event held in the United States. 3. Did you ever wonder where the Butterflies go in the winter? 4. We received a call from a

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57:53

12/31/22 Garden Blunders, Honey Bee Lifespan,...

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2022/12/31

1. Saying good bye to 2022 by confessing our own Garden Blunders and leaving them in the past! 2. A recent article in the Lancaster Farming News cited a University of Maryland study comparing the life span of Honey Bees today vs 1970? We'll tell you what's the buzz is about in our 2nd segment! 3. We will tell you how you can repurpose your Christmas tree! 4. Just before Christmas we discussed with you the winter solstice and marveled how the Ancient world knew this date long before calendars

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12/24/22 Poinsettia Problems, Got Bulbs?, Winter...

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2022/12/26

1. We discuss some of the common problems you may encounter with your poinsettia! 2. Do you still have some spring flowering bulbs you haven't planted yet? We'll talk about what you can do with them in our 2nd segment! 3. Houseplants face a lot of challenges during the winter. Julio and I will discuss winter care for your houseplants for our 3rd segment. 4. The temperatures have really dropped and it's critical to feed the birds. 5. Julio and I are going to share with you what Christmas means to us

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12/24/22 Poinsettia Problems, Got Bulbs?, Winter...

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2022/12/26

1. We discuss some of the common problems you may encounter with your poinsettia! 2. Do you still have some spring flowering bulbs you haven't planted yet? We'll talk about what you can do with them in our 2nd segment! 3. Houseplants face a lot of challenges during the winter. Julio and I will discuss winter care for your houseplants for our 3rd segment. 4. The temperatures have really dropped and it's critical to feed the birds. 5. Julio and I are going to share with you what Christmas means to us

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01:00:20

12/17/22 Squirrel Delima, Winter Solstice, ZZ Plant,...

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2022/12/17

1. A listener texted us on the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and is having major problems with Squirrels! We have some solutions to try in our 1st segment! 2. Wednesday, December 21st at 4:47pm marks the Winter Solstice, we will explain what that means and why it is significant to you! 3. A listener called the Bloomers in the Garden hotline and asked us about the ZZ Plant! You'll hear why it makes a great houseplant! 4. Santa may come only once a year but these great gift Ideas will be getting you

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58:34

12-10-22 The Amazing History of th Poinsttia

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2022/12/10

1. The fascinating story of the Poinsettia story of an Aztec King and an American Spy! 2. A story of a foreign Ambassador and the influence of a Presidential election. 3. A story that weaves itself right here through Philadelphia. 4. During the roaring twenties the tale heads west right to Sunset Boulevard. 5.. We might have never know the whole story If it wasn't for a small German Grower! 6. In our final segment we'll tell you what the Poison Control Center said about poinsettias and their

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58:10

12/03/22 Amaryllis, Christmas Cactus, Poinsettias,...

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2022/12/03

1. Amaryllis all the ways you can buy them and how to get them to come back too. 2. Holiday flowering Christmas Cactus! 3. Refresher how to take care of that Poinsettia. 4. What to do when you get your Fresh Cut Christmas Tree! 5. This Segment is for the Birds! A listener texted us and reminded us about a natural Winter Source of bird food from a very annoying plant.

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57:48

11/26/22 Fresh Christmas Greens & Trees Buyers Guide

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2022/11/24

1. Fresh Evergreen Wreaths could be as big a symbol of Christmas as the Christmas Tree. 2. Garland, Mantles Pieces, Table Runners are variations of garlands. 3. Swags, Bunches even grave blankets all start with a foundation of Fresh greens. 4. Using Balled & Burlaped or Potted living Christmas Trees is a great way to add an evergreen to your yard and memorialize Christmas. 5. History And Guide to Fresh Cut Christmas Trees!

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58:11

11/19/22 Too Late for Butterfly Weed? Firewood...

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2022/11/19

1. First Up On todays show we've received a tough call on the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline! Asking is it too late to plant Butterfly Weed? Listen for the answer in our 1st segment. 2. Firewood, types of wood you should buy. How to light a fire and more! 3. The benefits of feeding the wild birds suet! 4. Blight that affects Vegetable Garden. 5. Don't go to Thanksgiving diner empty handed, we're going to suggest some fun and fantastic hostess gifts.

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57:45

11/12/22 Raking Leaves? Winterizing Fig Trees, Bird...

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2022/11/12

1. In our 1st segment a member of the Bloomers in the Garden Team called the hotline and asked about leaves being shaken from a tree. 2. Aaron's second part of his call asked about using his mower to mulch his leaves. Is that a problem? 3. People love growing fresh figs! These border line hardy trees need special winter protection. Hear how in our 3rd segment. 4. Feeding Wild Birds is one of the most popular hobbies in the US! We're talking all about it in our 4th Segment! 5. Drop the hedge sheers

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