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Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio

Wisconsin Public Radio

Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests.

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99:10

National Garden Bureau award winning plants; Straw...

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2025/02/01

We have a wide variety of topics on this episode of Garden Talk. First we take a look at the 2025 Green Thumb award winning plants, then we talk to the father of straw bale gardening, Joel Karsten, and finally a close up look at growing ferns.

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99:05

Everything’s coming up orchids!

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2025/01/25

Our first guest talks about the seasonal Orchid Escape display at Olbrich Gardens. And then our second guest gives us a sneak peak of the upcoming Orchid Quest show and helps answer your orchid questions.

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99:08

Color for all seasons; The impact of winter weather...

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2025/01/18

We take a look at design elements and plants that add winter interest. Then we’ll check in with DNR Forest Health Specialist Paul Cigan and end the show with a lesson on growing plants indoors.

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99:05

Gardening can be murder; Caring for succulents

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2025/01/11

In the doldrums of winter we talk to the author of a new book that explores how mystery writers have used gardening in their books. And then we talk with an expert about growing succulents.

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99:10

Plant disease limericks; State seed producer; Growing...

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2025/01/04

First Brian Hudelson, talks about his fanciful book of limericks based on common and uncommon plant diseases. Then we talk with Clint Freund about his seed business. And finally we learn how to grow lavender in Wisconsin with Kathy and Randy Meyer of Potter Creek Lavender.

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99:09

Elevate your soil with wool; Heirloom apples

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/12/28

We talk with two Wisconsin entrepreneurs about improving your soil with the use of pellets made from locally sourced wool. Then we talk with an expert on heirloom apple varieties.

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99:10

How to take care of your holiday plants; Growing your...

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/12/21

Short days and long nights call for cheery plants and hot cups of tea. Tovah Martin is back to talk about caring for holiday plants and we talk to tea expert Christine Parks about growing your own tea plant.

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99:07

2024 gifts for gardeners

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/12/14

We talk with gardening expert Lis Friemoth about her Twelve Days of Gifting list. It includes things to make gardening easier and things to make you feel as pampered as your garden.

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99:11

Feeding your garden; Selecting the best Christmas tree

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/12/07

Gardening expert Diana Alfuth is back to talk about why it’s important to fertilize your soil in a balanced way. Then Laura Jull tells us how to select a tree.

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99:18

Keeping tender plants safe; Compost for all

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/11/23

We talk with Mark Dwyer about keeping marginal zone plants from succumbing to winter. And then we’ll look at how to compost anywhere.

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99:07

Putting your garden to bed for the winter; Forcing...

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/11/16

We’ll talk about late fall garden tasks with Laura Jull. Then Melinda Myers will give us tips on planting bulbs in pots.

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99:07

Food science for gardeners; Growing edible houseplants

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/11/09

As our growing season is ending we get into the weeds with two authors. First we’ll talk about using the power of science to produce healthier fruit and veggies. And […]

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99:06

Growing herbs and bonsai

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/11/02

Herb expert, Erin Presley is back to talk about growing herbs and update us on what’s happening at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Then we talk with Steve Stoeveken, owner of […]

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99:09

History of the orchid; Heirloom beans

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/10/19

We dig into the history of two very different species. The beautiful orchid – fought over, hunted and rare. The hearty bean – basic, a sustainer of civilizations and grown […]

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99:03

Overview of this year’s gardening season; Growing ferns

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/10/12

This has been an unusual growing season. Garden Talk regulars Lisa Johnson and Brian Hudelson are in to talk about what they’ve seen regarding plant disease, insects and the effects […]

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49:20

Minimize winter with early blooms and late harvests

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/10/05

On this episode of Garden Talk we look at ways to enjoy your garden longer. First we talk with Mark Konlock from the Green Bay Botanical Garden about planting spring […]

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99:04

Sharing your fall harvest; What is Agroforestry?

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/09/28

UW Extension Educator Kevin Schoessow is back to talk about the Spooner Agriculture Research Station. And the food they have donated to local organizations. We also talk about the work […]

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99:09

Preparing your garden for winter; Larry checks in...

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/09/21

Gardening expert Melinda Myers joins us to talk about transitioning the garden from fall to winter. Topics include bringing in house plants, mulching, and caring for tropical bulbs.

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99:09

Elevate your soil with wool; Heirloom apples

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/09/14

We talk with two Wisconsin entrepreneurs about improving your soil with the use of pellets made from locally sourced wool. Then we talk with an expert on heirloom apple varieties.

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99:08

Healthy lawns; update from the UW Arboretum

Garden Talk from Wisconsin Public Radio ·

2024/09/07

Turf expert Doug Soldat is back with his annual fall lawn tutorial. We talk with him about the latest in lawn care research. In the last half hour Native Plant […]

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