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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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58:41

April 10, 2021 - Special Guest Cameron Bonsey,...

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2021/04/10

Today's episode features special guest Cameron Bonsey, Director of Marketing for Coast of Maine. Coast of Maine is a producer of the finest organic soil products in the country. Cameron discusses a variety of topics including his previous career in the television industry, the company's roots in the state of Maine, and how important the quality of your soil really is. We also have a little fun playing 'Name That Soil' where we put Cameron's product knowledge to the test!

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58:55

April 3, 2021 - Is It Time to Plant Yet?

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2021/04/03

Spring time is here and that means one thing.. the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline has been ringing off the charts! We got a ton of questions from our loyal listeners this week and we're going to try to answer each and every one. Keep sending them in everybody! The biggest question we are receiving right now is "Is it time to plant yet?" Well, it depends on what you want to plant, so Len and Julio will break down what is good to go right now. Then, we'll answer an assortment of questions about a

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57:43

March 27, 2021 - Special Guest Sam Lemheney, Chief of...

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2021/03/27

Today's episode features special guest Sam Lemheney, Chief of Shows & Events for the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. Sam is responsible for directing, planning and executing all events for the PHS and most notably the annual Philadelphia Flower Show, which this year will be moved outdoors for the first time ever from June 5th - 13th. Sam joins us to talk about how the Philadelphia Flower Show has had to adjust during these COVID times and previews this year's "HABITAT: Nature's Masterpiece"

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57:48

March 20, 2021 - Fruit Trees, Mulch, and Questions...

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2021/03/20

Have you ever wanted to grow fruit as delicious as you can buy in the grocery store? Think about adding a Fruit Tree to your landscape this Spring! Len and Julio spend the first two segments of today's show breaking down the different types and all the things you should consider when planting. Next, we get into some yard work to talk about Mulch! There are so many different types of mulch out there, so we'll help you decide on which mulch you should buy. And later in the show we've got some great

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58:43

March 13, 2021 - Rose Pruning, Crabgrass...

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2021/03/13

Want to make sure your roses bloom the best possible flowers this season? Len and Julio recommend in our first segment that now is a great time to prune them, but it depends on what variety you have. We'll explain how to cut them back in order to get the best results! Heading to the lawn, preventing crabgrass is always much easier than dealing with it when it's too late. We'll explain how using a good Crabgrass Pre-Emergent now, while crabgrass is still dead, can save you a headache down the

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57:37

March 6, 2021 - Lenten Roses, 4-Step Lawn Programs,...

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2021/03/06

Spring is in the air with our region expecting to be in the 60's next week! That only means one thing... it's time to start working in the yard! In our first segment, Len and Julio will discuss Hellebores aka Lenten Roses which are beginning to bloom right now in early-spring through May. Have you been considering a commercialized 4-Step Program for your lawn? We'll explain that while these programs are a good start, they are not a customized solution for your lawn's specific needs and why it's a

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58:49

February 27, 2021 - Special Guest Tim Wood "The Plant...

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2021/02/27

In today's show we bring in "The Plant Hunter" Tim Wood! Tim is the Product Development and Marketing Manager for Proven Winners Spring Meadow Nursery. Tim travels the world searching for new plants that will perform as well in your landscape as they do where they were first discovered. And Tim's work includes discovering some of the most popular plants in the US!

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58:47

February 20, 2021 - Vegepod, Worm Farming, Rain...

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2021/02/21

Today's episode begins with Len and Julio singing the praises of the Vegepod, a fantastic raised gardening system that makes gardening unbelievably easy. This self-watering, raised garden bed was introduced to the world on the Australian version of Shark Tank and Bloomers Home & Garden Center has been carrying them since they entered the US market. Want to make your own soil amendment and give your plants a rich source of nutrients? Allow us to introduce you to Vermicomposting, or Worm Farming!

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58:19

February 13, 2021 - Valentine's Day Roses, Early...

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2021/02/13

Valentine's Day is tomorrow so leading off today's show we have some helpful tips to help make those rose bouquets last longer to keep your Valentine happy! In our second segment we talk about Early Spring Cover Crops - when you should begin planting them and why they are useful in your garden. And wrapping up today's episode, we've been getting such great questions from our listeners that we want to bring them to you! We'll answer questions about a wilting houseplant, if adding eggshells to your

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57:55

February 6, 2021 - How Snow Impacts Your Garden, Care...

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2021/02/06

If you live in the Mid-Atlantic region you know that we just got clobbered with our first major snowstorm in a couple years and are bracing for more snow this weekend! Len and Julio break down how snow impacts your garden and landscape and what you need to know. In our second segment, we'll review some care and feed tips for the birds that still seem to be lingering around the back yard. Later in the episode, we help you break cabin fever by growing microgreens inside your home. And wrapping up

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58:21

January 30, 2020 - Houseplant Care

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2021/01/30

We're keeping it indoors with this week's episode and focusing on houseplant care! We're going to devote today's entire show towards insects, pests and diseases that you should be paying attention to. Topics include Mealy Bugs, Powdery Mildew, Scale, and the Soil Fungus Gnat. Wrapping up the show we take a question from a caller about caring for Carnivorous plants in the home.

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58:37

January 23, 2021 - Winter Market - Christmas 2021 and...

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2021/01/23

Just when you thought Christmas was over and we were looking forward to the Spring, today's episode looks ahead to next Christmas season already. Len is fresh from the Winter Market, an annual trade show in Atlanta (with COVID safety precautions) that previews all the trends and merchandise coming for Christmas 2021 and he's back to tell you all about it! In our last two segments, we take two great questions from a caller about starting herb seeds this time of year and care tips for her air

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58:05

January 16, 2021 - Previewing 2021 Hydrangeas and Roses

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2021/01/16

In today's episode, Len and Julio preview all-new plants and varieties you can expect to see in garden centers this Spring. We'll spend the first two segments previewing new, exciting varieties of Hydrangeas from the macrophylla and paniculata families. And later in the episode we'll discuss the latest in landscape roses coming from Proven Winners. Wrapping up the show, we take a question from a caller about which plants are best for purifying the air around your home!

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58:27

January 9, 2021 - The Houseplant Episode

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2021/01/09

Now that you've taken the Christmas tree out after the holidays, you may be missing a little greenery in your home! So, Len and Julio thought they should dedicate today's episode to houseplants. They cover everything you need to know, including the psychological benefits of surrounding yourself with plants, the best places to put them in your home, proper care tips, and of course recommendations on which type of plant you should pick!

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58:06

January 2, 2021 - April Van Ness of the Garden State...

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2021/01/06

Today's episode all started with a call on the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline from our listener Chris about African Violets. So, we bring onto the show Vice President of the Garden State African Violet Club, April Van Hess. April is here to tell us all about these popular potted houseplants as well as the number of African Violet Clubs that exist throughout the region and the country!

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58:54

December 26, 2020 - 2020 Year in Review

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2020/12/26

In today's episode, Len and Julio look on the brighter side of 2020 to recap what this year has meant for them personally and professionally. The COVID-19 pandemic has actually had a positive effect for Bloomers Home & Garden Center and the entire gardening industry as a whole. We'll recap how this year created a boom for houseplants, how people began taking a good look at where their food comes from and deciding to even grow their own and how homeowners spent their increased time at home

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57:39

December 19, 2020 - Gift Ideas for Gardeners, Snow on...

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2020/12/19

Merry Christmas everybody! We're less than a week away from the big day! If you still have some holiday shopping to do, Len and Julio have you covered with some excellent gift ideas for the gardener in your life. We got some significant snow here in the Mid-Atlantic region earlier this week. In our second segment we'll give you some tips on how to protect your plants from the snowfall. Later in the episode we talk all about the Amaryllis, a stunning Christmas flower when grown correctly. And

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58:07

December 12, 2020 - An Interview with Dr. Allan Armitage

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2020/12/12

In today's episode we welcome back special guest Dr. Allan Armitage, renowned author and Professor Emeritus of Horticulture at the University of Georgia. Affectionately known as Dr. A, his books on horticulture serve as classroom texts, reference books for the industry and gardeners' companions. The latest 4th edition of his Herbaceous Perennial Plants, known as the Perennial Bible, is now available through his website allanarmitage.net (use promo code Bloomers for a discount!). We talk about a

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57:49

December 5, 2020 - The Fascinating Story of the...

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2020/12/05

When you think of flowers over the Christmas holiday, it's impossible not to think of the Poinsettia! But did you know, there's a fascinating story behind the discovery of this plant and the many benefits its founders took advantage of. We'll also give some great tips on how to care for your Poinsettia in the house. Wrapping up today's show, we give some useful tips for keeping your Christmas tree healthy, fresh and how to "Prolong" its life!

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57:55

November 28, 2020 - The Christmas Evergreens Episode

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2020/11/28

In today's episode, Len and Julio help you get ready for the Holiday season! In today's COVID-era, there's never been a better time to celebrate an old fashioned Christmas with fresh evergreens in every room. We dedicate the entire episode to helping you get into the Christmas spirit with a guide to fresh cut evergreen trees, wreaths, garlands, roping and more!

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