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Garden Variety

Whether you"re a master gardener, just getting started or somewhere in between - there"s always something new to learn in your garden and landscape. On each episode we"ll talk with horticulturists, foresters and other experts. We"ll learn about vegetable gardens, lawns, native plants, trees and more. Garden Variety is the podcast for all the things you"d like to grow or grow better. Garden Variety is a horticulture podcast from Iowa Public Radio and Iowa State University Extension and

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BONUS: Cicadas

Garden Variety ·

2024/05/14

In this bonus episode of Garden Variety, Charity talks with University of Iowa biology professor Andrew Forbes about all things cicada.

Assets for your baskets

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2024/05/10

How to care for hanging basket blooms.

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BONUS: Invasive Species

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2024/05/07

In this bonus episode of Garden Variety, Charity talks with ISU expert Jan Thompson about how the attitude toward Bradford Pear trees has shifted. Then, Charity talks with ISU expert Cathy McMullen about garlic mustard—and how to control it.

He speaks for the trees!

Garden Variety ·

2024/05/03

Protect the trees in your landscape during construction projects

A little mower lawn advice

Garden Variety ·

2024/04/26

What to keep in mind as you begin to mow your lawn regularly

Blooming brilliant tips for beautiful trees

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2024/04/19

The king of crab apples shares some of his favorite spring blooming trees and talk about why magnolias seem to be having an off year

Take the petal to the metal

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2024/04/12

Leaving plant debris in your perennial garden all winter long provides texture and habitat, but now it’s time to do some spring cleaning as the weather warms.

Advice for when insects make you want to flea

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2024/04/05

As the weather warms up and insects emerge, you might find yourself with some unwanted houseguests crawling around.

Breaking bud

Garden Variety ·

2024/03/29

It will be a while before you can pick your homegrown harvest, but we can offer some guidance when it comes to picking the right fruit trees.

What to do when mustard has you flustered

Garden Variety ·

2024/03/22

Many landowners and stewards in Iowa battle invasives on a regular basis, sometimes spending hours weeding plants like honeysuckle and garlic mustard.

Sowing seeds of knowledge

Garden Variety ·

2024/03/15

Guidance on caring for seedlings

These plants really deliver

Garden Variety ·

2024/03/08

To get a larger plant selection conveniently sent to your home, there is an online market of bulbs, seeds and plants. But how do you know you are ordering quality plants?

Throwing shade and catching rays

Garden Variety ·

2024/03/01

If you’re going to prune your shade trees this spring, it’s time to make a plan

BONUS: Philadelphia Flower Show

Garden Variety ·

2024/02/19

In this bonus episode of Garden Variety, learn about the Philadelphia Flower Show from designer Kelly Norris.

The key to a successful garden - variety!

Garden Variety ·

2024/02/16

Variety is the spice of life and the key to getting the most out of your garden.

Flowers for that special some bud-y

Garden Variety ·

2024/02/02

Instead of going to the grocery store this season, grow flowers for your Valentine from home.

Water hydroponics good for anyway?

Garden Variety ·

2024/01/19

A horticulture expert shares ways to create your own indoor hydroponics system without breaking the bank.

Extra, extra! Seed all about it!

Garden Variety ·

2024/01/05

Horticulture experts discuss their favorite seed catalogs and picking the right plants for your garden.

BONUS: Behind the Scenes with the Hort Gang

Garden Variety ·

2023/12/22

In this bonus episode of Garden Variety, go behind the scenes to learn about how Horticulture Day started!

Tree-mendous advice for your holiday plants

Garden Variety ·

2023/12/15

The holidays inspire many of us to bring new plants into our homes. Here's how to best care for them

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