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New episode! Growing apples in cold climates plus recommendations of some under-appreciated hardy apples. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10661946-growing-apples-in-the-north-with-bob-osborne
What does it take to grow a delicious apple in cold climates? In this episode, we check in with orchardist Bob Osborne, author of the new book, Hardy Apples: Growing Apples in Cold Climates (Firefly Books, 2022). We talk about what an apple tree n...
Wondering about no-mow May, bee lawns and other turf conundrums? Check out today's episode.
Let's talk lawn! With the popularity of no-mow May, bee lawns and other alternatives to traditional Kentucky bluegrass turf, it seems a good time to bring in a lawn expert. James Wolfin of Twin City Seed is a proponent of lower-input lawns and has...
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Some vegetable seeds will germinate at low soil temperatures BUT it takes forever. A few common vegetables and their ideal germination temps. https://northerngardener.org/using-soil-temperature-to-decide-when-to-plant/
One of the best ways to decide when to plant is by soil temperature. You want your soil warm enough for quick germination.
New, short episode on our cold spring and what a gardener should and should not worry about. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10459460-let-s-talk-about-the-weather
Just a snippet from the interview with Meg Cowden | Seed To Fork. How can a beginner expand their harvests? This tip and more in the full episode. Also, comment below to be entered in the book giveaway -- ends Sunday, U.S. and Canada only. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10362350-the-art-of-succession-planting-with-meg-cowden
New espisode! Minnesota gardener Meg Cowden | Seed To Fork talks about succession planting and her unique style of gardening in the North. Great tips and I'm doing a BOOK GIVEAWAY. Comment below (not sure what to say? tell us your favorite tomato to grow!) by Sunday (4/10/22) for a chance to win a copy of Plant Grow Harvest Repeat. (U.S. and Canada only.)
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10362350-the-art-of-succession-planting-with-meg-cowden
Learn how to grow vegetables, fruit, flowers and more in a cold-climate. Long-time garden writer and blogger Mary Schier of MyNorthernGarden.com interviews expert northern gardeners on growing techniques, how-to and garden design.
Blueberries? Who doesn't love them, but they are tricky to grow in the North. (It's all about soil.) Check out the tips from Melissa Wilsford of Rustic Hills Garden Co. for growing blueberries and hang on until the end for an alternative to blueberries that is easier to grow. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10276291-growing-blueberries-with-melissa-wilsford
New Episode is an interview with fellow garden writer and podcaster Teresa Speight of Cottage In The Court on her two new books: "Black Flora" and "The Urban Garden." Great tips and inspiration no matter where you live! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10176769-teresa-speight-on-black-flora-and-the-urban-garden-two-new-books
We're talking all things pollinators this week with Heather Holm! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10102832-talking-pollinators-with-heather-holm
No yard space? No problem! New podcast episode with Acadia Tucker on growing food in small spaces. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10022747-tiny-victory-gardens-with-acadia-tucker
Lots of people are talking about winter sowing for flowers and vegetables. This episode ran a year ago and includes everything you need to know to start seeds outdoors in winter!
Sowing seeds using the winter sowing method has been one of the most popular trends in gardening over the past decade. Master gardener and professional photographer Michelle Mero Riedel walks us through the hows and whys of winter sowing, which sh...
There are a surprising number of ways you can grow figs in the North. Lee Reich tells you how in the latest episode. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/9888432-growing-figs-in-cold-climates-with-lee-reich
Learn how to grow vegetables, fruit, flowers and more in a cold-climate. Long-time garden writer and blogger Mary Schier of MyNorthernGarden.com interviews expert northern gardeners on growing techniques, how-to and garden design.
New episode! Author Cathy Rees has lots of tips for having a garden that looks good, even in winter. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/episodes/9784423
The heat of this past summer made it a good year for growing peppers!
Growing peppers in pots is a great way for northern gardeners to add some heat to their garden. I grew six varieties from mild to wild.
Wondering about your trees in the drought? This episode has some helpful tips on signs of drought-stressed trees and how to help them. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/episodes/8957082
Learn how to grow vegetables, fruit, flowers and more in a cold-climate. Long-time garden writer and blogger Mary Schier of MyNorthernGarden.com interviews expert northern gardeners on growing techniques, how-to and garden design.
For all the fruit pickers and toast lovers.
Jams, jellies, preserves: What's the difference? It's all about fruit presence and viscosity. Check out this explanation and recipes.
You can't talk about roses, as we did on the latest episode of Grow it, Minnesota, without at least mentioning Japanese beetles. Here's the latest for the north.
A new podcast episode discusses growing roses sustainably and the arrival of a new predator for Japanese beetles in Minnesota.
This new episode is all about growing sustainably and the Local Artist roses chosen through the American Rose Trials for Sustainability. My guest is rose breeder and hort professor David Zlesak. If you love roses, you won't want to miss this episode. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/8694705-sustainable-roses-with-david-zlesak
It's peony season in Minnesota, and sometimes that means peony problems.
While peonies are generally easy care, gardeners may experience some peony problems. Here are four of the most common issues with peonies.
Thinking about which annuals to plant? This encore episode talks about the best performers for Minnesota and how new annuals are tested in our climate. Steve Poppe from West Central Research and Outreach Center tests thousands of annuals each summer. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/5174401-all-about-annuals-with-steve-poppe
Welcome to Grow it, Minnesota. On this episode, horticulture researcher Steve Poppe talks about the work of the West Central Research and Outreach Center at the University of Minnesota Morris. The center tests new annuals and perennials, does rese...
Herbs make great houseplants! This week, Susan Betz shares some of her secrets for growing herbs indoors. She's the authur the new book, Herbal Houseplants. Susan emphasizes understanding the herbs you grow, what they need, and how long they are likely to last. Great advice. Be sure to check out the show notes for links to resources for herbs. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/episodes/8487560
No space, no problem! The new episode of Grow it, Minnesota is an interview with Jen McGuinness of , author of Micro Food Gardening, a book on growing fruits and vegetables in containers. Great ideas and projects! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/8392323-micro-food-gardening-with-jen-mcguinness
If rabbits are a problem, consider growing bulbs in containers.
You can grow lilies in containers in cold climates. Place them in larger pots in the sun and wait for their beautiful blooms.
This week's episode is all about rain gardens with Maddie Poling of Sacred Space Gardens. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/8219490-rain-gardens-with-maddie-poling-of-sacred-space-gardens
Looking for easy flowers to start from seed? Try these!
Annuals bright up the garden all season long. Here are seven easy annuals you can grow from seed for a beautiful flower display.
The latest episode is all about growing flowers from seeds. Great info for beginning gardeners and gardeners on a budget! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/8130069-growing-flowers-from-seed-with-amy-kainz
This week's podcast is all about companion planting. In it, we talk about a new book called Plant Partners by Jessica Walliser. Here's my review -- comment on your favorite plant partners below for a chance to win a copy of the book! https://mynortherngarden.com/2021/03/01/plant-partners-book-review-and-giveaway/
Jessica Walliser's new book, Plant Partners, sheds light on the science behind companion planting. I'll be giving away a copy of the book.
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Just a snippet from the interview with Meg Cowden | Seed To Fork. How can a beginner expand their harvests? This tip and more in the full episode. Also, comment below to be entered in the book giveaway -- ends Sunday, U.S. and Canada only. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1208462/10362350-the-art-of-succession-planting-with-meg-cowden
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