Best South Lawn Podcasts (2024)

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Sleepy Joe Folds Like An Aluminum Lawn Chair 27:40

5h ago27:40

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It is official. Demented Joe passes the torch to Cacklin Kamala and so the Lunatic Left has conceded the 2024 Presidential election. The Democrat Party is exploding before your very eyes. Get your popcorn. It is going to be great.

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S2 Ep301: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 The Caladium Festival July 20, 2024 38:43

5h ago38:43

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Garden expert, Teresa Watkins celebrates the colorful tropical plant, caladiums by interviewing the President of Bates Sons & Daughters caldium grower, Terri Bates. Terri previews the upcoming Caladium Festival July 26th , 27th , and 28th, Garden topics i…

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S2 Ep300: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 Gardens of Ireland July 20. 2024 39:26

1h ago39:26

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. Garden expert, Teresa Watkins is back from leading Art in Bloom “50 Shades of Green garden tour. Teresa discusses the inspirational gardens she visited and new insights on Ireland’s sunset at 11pm at night, Irish weeds, meadows, and wildflowers. Teresa sp…

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S2 Ep299: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Head Start on Fall Vegetable Gardening July 13, 2024 39:22

4h ago39:22

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Host emeritus, Tom MacCubbin interviews Calvin Gardener, Urban Horticulture Extension Agent at UF/IFAS Extension Orange County on preparing your Fall vegetable gardening. The Dirty Word of the Day is Manure. Gardening questions include citrus tree, mangoe…

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S2 Ep298: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 Tropical Fruit Trees July 13, 2024 39:35

4h ago39:35

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. Tom MacCubbin, host emeritus fills in for Teresa Watkins, who is on Art in Bloom Garden Tours “50 Shades of Green garden tour. Tom reflects on his past Ireland tours, and interviews Dana Venrick, owner of Quality Green Specialists Nursery, about summer tr…

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The Old Florence Main Street 16:50

11h ago16:50

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This episode is going to explore a main street older than Omaha with more history per block than any other neighborhood in Omaha! The old Florence Main Street is packed with old buildings, interesting characters and good stories worth sharing. Included here is an overview of Winter Quarters landmarks, memories of buildings that have been lost, and …

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S2 Ep297: Best of bBetter Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Summer Care for Roses 53:55

2h ago53:55

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Happy Memorial Day weekend! This is the Best of Better Lawns and Gardens with Teresa Watkins! Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Garden expert Teresa Watkins ia joined by Chris Van Cleave, the Redneck Rosarian, to discuss rose care in summer and answers callers’ questions. Other gardening ques…

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S2 Ep297: Best of Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 Dr. Bryan Unruh New Soil Test Kit 53:55

2h ago53:55

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Happy Memorial Day weekend! Enjoy the Best of Better Lawns and Gardens with Teresa Watkins. Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Garden expert Teresa Watkins is joined by Dr. Bryan Unruh, UF/IFAS West Florida Research and Education Center. Dr. Unruh announces a new and easier soil test kit for h…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 7.20.24 • Hotline | Kate Red Spider Mites & Caller Arthur Lawn Question • Water Woes • Poison Ivy • What’s Buggin U?!? SKUNKS! 58:04

17m ago58:04

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Bloomers in the Garden • 7.20.24 • Hotline | Kate Red Spider Mites & Caller Arthur Lawn Question • Water Woes • Poison Ivy • What’s Buggin U?!? SKUNKS! Kate texted Bloomers Face Book page and asked about these tiny Red Spider like insects crawling over her container garden! Hear the solutions in our 1st segment. A regular listener, Arthur called th…

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It Was A Kennedy Style Palace Coup 48:19

8h ago48:19

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They think we are idiots. You are seeing a coverup taking place before your very eyes. In 1963 evil forces were able to pull a fast one. We as a nation were very naive. Today everyone has a high quality camera and recording device and independent journalists are all of us. It is harder to pull off an assassination today. Too many eyes on the crime.…

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The mystery of the murdered tree 26:33

17m ago26:33

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Spoiler: The most common culprit with trees that die unexpectedly is improper care. In this episode, Don and John explore the Mystery of the Murdered Tree and teach us all a basic lesson in tree care that might prevent the unthinkable from happening to your trees and shrubs.

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Trump Is Batman And Biden Is A Joker 51:35

7h ago51:35

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The man is hard a coffin nail.

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Bloomers in the Garden • 7.13.24 • Callers Teddy Bear Southern Magnolia Question • Texter's Tomatillos Trouble • Caller Julia Peaches • The Dog Days of Summer • What’s Buggin' U?!? Cooly Spruce Aphid 58:20

2d ago58:20

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Bloomers in the Garden • 7.13.24 • Callers Teddy Bear Southern Magnolia Question • Texter's Tomatillos Trouble • Caller Julia Peaches • The Dog Days of Summer • What’s Buggin' U?!? Cooly Spruce Aphid In our first segment a Listener called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and asked a follow up to our Southern Magnolia Segment from a couple weeks a…

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Are you seeing these common midsummer issues in your garden? 26:55

3d ago26:55

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Summer is a great time for your garden...unless your plants aren't quite growing the way they should. In this episode, Don and John look at the most common issues that begin to pop up this time of year, including blossom end rot, fungus and pests.

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EP11: The Science Behind Veery Birds and Hurricane Season Intensity with Christopher Heckscher 1:30:42

7d ago1:30:42

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Christopher Heckscher, a professor of environmental science, discusses his research on the Vireo bird and its correlation to hurricane seasons. He explains that the Vireo bird is a neotropical migrant that migrates between North and South America twice a year. He has been studying the bird's behavior and breeding patterns for over 26 years.…

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Visiting other gardens is a great way to learn something new 27:36

8d ago27:36

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For something as deep and complex as gardening, it's vital to have others around to teach you new things and give you new ideas. In this episode, Don and John are joined by Rachel Sailer, organizer of the 2nd Annual Red River Valley Garden Tour. The tour allows any gardener to take a peek at the yards of experienced gardeners and find new inspirati…

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EP10: Plants, People, and Places: A Herbal Journey with Sophia Avramides 1:56:29

9d ago1:56:29

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In this conversation, Justin Ancheta and Sofia Avramides discuss their experiences as herbalists and the challenges they face in the modern world. They talk about the differences in herbalism between different regions, such as the Northeast and Southern California. They also explore the use of specific plants like mallow and olive leaf for medicina…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 7.6.24 • Eastern Tent Caterpillar • Watering Like a Pro • Hardy Hibiscus • Hydrangea Age Spots • Weekend Gardening Tasks 1:00:48

10d ago1:00:48

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Bloomers in the Garden • 7.6.24 • Eastern Tent Caterpillar • Watering Like a Pro • Hardy Hibiscus • Hydrangea Age Spots • Weekend Gardening Tasks This week in our "Garden Pest Series" is all about the often confused Eastern Tent Caterpillar. We'll tell you all about it. It's really been feeling like summer and we're going to give you summer waterin…

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EP9: Advancing Hurricane Forecasting with Sharks with Caroline Wernicke 1:10:51

11d ago1:10:51

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Caroline Wernicke from the University of Delaware discusses using sharks as ocean observing platforms to collect data for predicting weather patterns. The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing different stakeholders' interests in environmental management, the importance of incorporating indigenous knowledge, and the potential ben…

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Cornell insect expert breaks down potential impacts of Joro spider 15:20

12d ago15:20

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The Joro spider, an arachnid that's been in the United States for years in some southern states, has been trending in the news lately as the next potentially invasive species to land in New York State. Some media hypes giant, venomous, flying spiders, but how concerned should we really be here in New York about their potential arrival?To address th…

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EP8: Wondering and Wandering with plants and Jim Mcdonald: A deeper look at the world of herbalism. 2:01:44

21d ago2:01:44

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The conversation with herbalist Jim McDonald delves into the essence of herbalism, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, wonder, and the interconnectedness of nature. Jim's teaching style and approach to herbalism are highlighted, along with his deep connection to place and the plants around him. The conversation also explores the concept of int…

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S2 Ep296: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 What if Lightning Strikes Your Tree? June 29, 2024 38:36

14d ago38:36

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, garden expert Teresa Watkins prepares for summer storms with National Lightning Safety Awareness week by talking with Austin Tollman, Word of Mouth Certified Arborist. Austin talks about what happens to trees when they are hit by lightning, can palms be s…

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S2 Ep296: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 The Role of Male Mosquitos and Blackberry Fences June 29, 2024 42:16

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. Garden expert Teresa Watkins discusses the new mosquito research with Bill Stengel, Vice President of Summit Responsible Solutions. If only the female mosquito bites, what role do male mosquitos have? Steven Biggs, award-winning host of Food Garden Life N…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 6.29.24 • Herbs • Southern Magnolias • Shade Trees • Hummingbirds • Powdery Mildew 58:17

14d ago58:17

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In our first segment we're talking herbs for the BBQ. Plant up a pot or window box with these herbs and you'll be using them all summer. Southern Magnolias are a beautiful versatile evergreen trees! In our second segment we're going to give you what you need to know before planting one of these gems. In our third segment we're going to discuss Back…

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This time of summer marks a shift in your yard and garden duties 33:10

22d ago33:10

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As we enter the thick of summer, you've no doubt been busy in your garden. But this time of year marks a time when you can take it a little easier. In this episode, Don and John discuss the tasks you can stop doing once we hit July, like fertilizing and pruning,

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EP7: CoolAnt: Nature-Inspired Cooling Solutions for a Sustainable Future 1:17:30

15d ago1:17:30

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Monish from Coolant discusses the work of the startup company in enhancing cooling and air conditioning using natural materials. The company aims to bring back the basics of passive design and make it accessible to the masses. They draw inspiration from nature and traditional architecture to create climate-responsive buildings. Coolant believes in …

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EP6: Wine Wisdom: Insights from Peter Andrews oWine Wisdom: Insights from Peter Andrews on South African Wines and Their Makers 1:49:35

17d ago1:49:35

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Peter Andrews of Culture Wine Company shares his journey from cooking school to the wine industry, emphasizing the importance of taste and the impact of natural and minimal intervention in winemaking. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working with natural wine producers and the impact of Mother Nature on the wine industry. The conversation…

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EP5: Herbal Wisdom: Stephen Horn on Holistic Healing 1:20:17

20d ago1:20:17

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Stephen Horn, a seasoned herbalist with four decades of experience in natural healing. Stephen shares his inspiring journey into herbal remedies, discussing the limitations of modern medicine and the profound benefits of a holistic approach to health. Dive deep into topics such as the germ vs. terrain t…

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Living in Omaha’s Flood Plain 33:04

22d ago33:04

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Omaha has a complicated history with the Missouri River. In the last 170 years, the river has soaked the city over and over, especially in the flood plain known as East Omaha. In this episode, we’re going to explore the neighborhoods, the towns, and the history of the region around Eppley Airfield, from the bluffs to the river and north of Locust S…

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EP4: Fields to Seas: How Chemical Agriculture Fuels Ocean Dead Zones with David Kirchman 2:15:45

22d ago2:15:45

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The conversation covers the impact of dead zones on aquatic habitats, the causes of dead zones, the role of nutrients in dead zone formation, the historical context of dead zones, the impact of agriculture and biofuels on dead zones, and the trade-offs associated with reducing dead zonesBy Justin Byerly

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Bloomers in the Garden • 06-22-24 • Landscaping With Grasses • 150lb Furry Pests Fears • Bagworm • Monarchs & Swallowtail Butterflies • What’s Buggin' U? Cucumber Beetles 57:41

27d ago57:41

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Bloomers in the Garden • 06-22-24 • Landscaping With Grasses • 150lb Furry Pests Fears • Bagworm • Monarchs & Swallowtail Butterflies • What’s Buggin' U? Cucumber Beetles Landscaping with Grasses can be tricky! In our 1st segment we'll tell you how to use them in the landscape, how to care for them, and what are some of our favorite varieties. Ther…

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Summertime apple tree care that will help you get a better harvest this fall 31:24

29d ago31:24

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Apples and apple trees are more commonly associated with cooler autumn days and heaping buckets full of delicious apples. But if you want that sweet apple crop, there's no time like summer to give them some extra attention. In this episode, Don and John go over some of the tasks you should be thinking about with your apple trees, or what to do if y…

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EP3: The absurd culture of the American Lawn with Virginia with Scott Jinkins 1:28:41

24d ago1:28:41

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The conversation explores the history and cultural significance of lawns in America. It begins with the author's research on lawn ornaments and transitions to the topic of front lawns. The origins of lawns in England and their adoption in America are discussed, as well as the development of suburbs and the influence of golf on lawn aesthetics. The …

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EP2: 5000-Year-Old Weather Forecasts: Vedic Texts on Climate and Celestial Phenomenal with Professor Iyengar 2:08:15

27d ago2:08:15

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Professor Iyengar, a civil engineer and expert in Vedic sciences, discusses his research on ancient Sanskrit texts and their connection to natural sciences. He explores the interplay between the sky, earth, and time in these texts, highlighting the astronomical knowledge and understanding of celestial bodies that predates modern science.…

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S2 Ep295: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Delicious Father's Day Project for Family June 15, 2024 38:35

28d ago38:35

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Happy Father’s Day to all of our listeners! Garden expert and host, Teresa Watkins shares the Dirty Word of the Day is Solstice. To provide ideas for gardening projects for Dads and Grandparents with their families, Randy Schultz, editor of Home Garden an…

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S2 Ep295: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 Are Potatoes Intelligent? June 15, 2024 39:35

28d ago39:35

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. Praying for rain with this winter’s drought, Florida is flooding after receiving 4 trillion gallons of rain. Garden expert and landscape designer, Teresa Watkins is joined by her dear friend, Dr. Gary Bachman to discuss plant intelligence, specifically po…

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How to add the delight of peonies and irises to your early summer garden 43:04

1M ago43:04

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Peonies and irises are an enthusiastic addition to your yard or garden thanks to their early summer start and showy blossoms. In this episode, Don and John go over the basics of caring for peonies and irises, including an easy way to get ants off your peony blossoms before bringing them indoors.

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Cornell dairy specialist shares latest on avian influenza in cattle 8:23

29d ago8:23

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Though the H5N1 virus, often referred to as avian influenza, is most commonly associated with poultry, this spring farms in the Midwest reported cases in dairy cattle, presenting new risks for dairy herds, and farmers who work with them. While there are currently no known cases of H5N1 in New York dairy herds, Cornell and Cornell Cooperative Extens…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 06-15-24 • Workout in Garden • Cooking with Fresh Herbs • Fuchsias • Made in the Shade • What’s Buggin U Colorado Potato Beetles! 59:41

1M ago59:41

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Bloomers in the Garden • 06-15-24 • Workout in Garden • Cooking with Fresh Herbs • Fuchsias • Made in the Shade • What’s Buggin U Colorado Potato Beetles! Did you know Gardening and working in the yard is one of the healthiest activities you can do. We'll share the research with you during our 1st segment. Herbs grown in pots or containers are enou…

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EP1: The Cosmos of the Andes: Inca Astronomy Unveiled with Gary Urton 1:05:35

29d ago1:05:35

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The conversation explores the connection between the landscape and the sky in the Andes, particularly in Peru. It delves into the astronomy and cosmology of the Inca civilization, focusing on their calendar system and their mapping of the stars to the physical geography of the earth.By Justin Byerly

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S2 Ep294: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Environmental Lawn Mowing is Here! June 8, 2024 38:34

1M ago38:34

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Garden expert and host, Teresa Watkins shares the Dirty Word of the Day is Efflorescence. Teresa is joined by Tony Smith, CEO of Autolawn of Orlando to Garden and talks about the future of lawn mowing with Earth-friendly robotic lawn mowers. Gardening que…

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S2 Ep293: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 Spider Social Event - Rare Florida Phenomenon June 8, 2024 39:49

1M ago39:49

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. Garden expert and landscape designer, Teresa Watkins discusses the identification of the rare social spider phenomenon she recently discovered in her client’s landscape. Appreciation goes out to Dr. Matt Borden, Dr. Lance Osborne, and Dr. Lyle Buss for th…

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Want to grow roses? Here's how to get started 44:05

1M ago44:05

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Arguably, no other flower carries as much meaning and history as a rose, which makes them a popular choice for a gardener. But roses can also present a thorny (forgive the pun) challenge. In this episode, Don and John go over the basics of growing and caring for your roses, from sourcing the best roses to pruning them safely.…

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Bloomers in the Garden • 06-08-24 • Ann's Skips' • Naive to Natives • Dead Heading • Feeding Veggies • What’s Buggin' U? Spotted Lantern Flies 58:27

1M ago58:27

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Bloomers in the Garden • 06-08-24 • Ann's Skips' • Naive to Natives • Dead Heading • Feeding Veggies • What’s Buggin U? Spotted Lantern Flies Ann from Madison NJ sent a text with Pictures to the Bloomers in the Garden hotline! She has some branches turning brown and wanted our advice! Hear all about Cherry Skip Laurels in our 1st segment. Are You n…

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Cooperative Extension celebrates 55 Years of empowering communities through EFNEP 31:11

2M ago31:11

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A trip to the grocery store today is an exercise in balancing budget against nutritional need. For many community members, these calculations lead to decisions based on economy and convenience. For historically underserved populations, this process is complicated by issues of access and the expense of healthier choices. Addressing this challenge is…

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S2 Ep292: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Jim Davis Propagating Plants June 1, 2024 38:30

2M ago38:30

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 2 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios, Garden expert and host, Teresa Watkins prepares for summer with what to do in your landscape this month. The Dirty Word of the Day is Efflorescence. Want more plants for free? Jim Davis, UF/IFAS Sumter County Extension Director discusses with Teresa how t…

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S2 Ep291: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 Dana Venrick Foliar Feeding June 1, 2024 39:42

2M ago39:42

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Better Lawns and Gardens Hour 1 – Coming to you from the Summit Responsible Solutions Studios. The drought continues in Central and SW Florida, rain is needed in the landscape. Garden expert, Teresa Watkins is joined by Dana Venrick, Quality Green Specialists Nursery to learn about foliar feeding, why and how to apply it. The new June “In Your Back…

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A summer weather outlook with meteorologist John Wheeler 40:33

1M ago40:33

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In this episode, WDAY Chief Meteorologist John Wheeler joins Don and John for a look at possible weather patterns for the upper Midwest as we head into the summer growing season. Plus, he talks about setting up new raised garden plots and gives us a simple pepper sauce recipe.

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Bloomers in the Garden | 6.1.24: Special Guest Wendy Komancheck of Green Profits and Landscape Writer • Caller Arthur • New Plants on the Market • Internet Plant Lure • Garden Passport 1:01:57

2M ago1:01:57

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Bloomers in the Garden | 6.1.24: Special Guest Wendy Komancheck of Green Profits and Landscape Writer • Caller Arthur • New Plants on the Market • Internet Plant Lure • Garden Passport We have a special Guest in Studio, Wendy Komancheck, "The Landscape Writer"! Wendy is a Freelance Garden Writer from Pennsylvania. We'll learn more about Wendy in ou…

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Celebrating Black History in Omaha 41:50

2M ago41:50

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Through exhaustive research and determined learning, Adam has compiled what some have called the most extensive collection of writing on Omaha’s Black history. In today’s episode he is going to introduce some of the most important people, places and events in Omaha’s African American history starting long before the city of Omaha was founded and co…

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