Gardening Utah Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Your Spring Garden Questions Answered Episode 70 Apr 01, 2022

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Is it too early to plant pansies? Does it help to plant marigolds by your tomatoes? What do I fill my garden box with? All of your spring garden questions answered by our experts!

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Rethinking our Relationship with Lawn Episode 69 Mar 18, 2022

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Shaun Moser, Manager of Conservation Garden Park joins Jana to discuss our relationship to lawn. When did lawns first get established, and what purpose was it for? Be inspired and learn the benefits of lawn and alternatives to provide a similar effect while conserving water.

In the tip of the week, Jana explains why putting Epsom salt on your flowers and plants is just a myth.

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New Resources for More Efficient Landscapes Episode 68 Mar 08, 2022

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The hottest new trends in Utah Landscapes with Cynthia Bee from Localscapes! She walks us through how to make your landscape more efficient. We discover resources for learning, and saving money with NEW local rebates that may be available to you. Let your yard work for you instead of you working for your yard!

Links:

https://utahwatersavers.com - get your smart controller rebate or your sprinklers!

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https://localscapes.com - classes on making your landscape more efficient

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Avoid Indoor Seed Starting Mistakes Episode 67 Feb 11, 2022

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Indoor seed starting season is upon us and Jana gives us the top 10 most common indoor seed starting mistakes to avoid! Everything from starting too early to improper lighting conditions, you'll learn how to start your seeds with success! Also in the tip of the week, learn two things to never do when you bring home a new houseplant!

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Garden Products We Should Never Buy and Why with Conservation Garden Park Episode 66 Feb 04, 2022

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Never waste money or time in the garden again! Mike Lorenc from Conservation Garden Park tells us the products we should never buy and why, and the garden practices we should stop right away. The bonus? You'll save so much time, and money!

Upcoming classes at the Park:

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Winter Garden Tasks & Utah Nursery and Landscape Association Trade Show Episode 65 Jan 28, 2022

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Jana and Cameron talk about what they learned and saw at the recent Utah Nurseries and Landscaping Association Trade Show! Get the scoop of what to expect this year from your local garden centers, hear about some supply chain issues and what to buy as soon as you see it. Also, we discuss a few things to make sure you do in your yard asap!

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The Ease of Garlic Growing with Keene Garlic Farms Episode 63 Dec 25, 2021

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First of all – what a STORM! Jana covers the below article that helps us understand what we should and shouldn't do with trees when they get blanketed with snow.

Article referenced:

https://blog.davey.com/2018/01/5-steps-for-handling-snow-bent-tree-branches

Then Jana sits down with Keene Garlic Farms to do a deep dive on all things garlic! Hardneck vs softneck? How to plant, when to plant, how easy it is to grow, and when to harvest. You'll enjoy this episode anytime you need to reference how to care for garlic and you'll be inspired at how easy it is!

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The Benefits of Native Plants with Native-Roots.net Dec 10, 2021

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At the beginning of the show, Jana tells us the pros and cons of the three main varieties of fresh Christmas Trees such as the Noble Fir. In the Tip of the Week, Jana talks about Fresh Christmas Tree care, and tricks to not let them dry out.

Then Jana and Cameron sit down with Steven Paulsen, of Native-Roots.net to discuss all things Native plants. Gems are dropped like "your garden can be more than a painting you look at – but rather a painting you live in!" Learn about the importance and benefits of native plants and how they can define a unique sense of place and heritage for your garden habitat while preserving the natural history of the flora and fauna of our region.

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Health Benefits of Gardening and Growing Food Episode 61 Nov 06, 2021

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The importance of a connection to nature is real and Jana Francis and Cameron Allcott talk about the benefits of Gardening to your physical and mental health. Spending time outside is good for our bodies and our minds and we have a fun discussion about it!

Benefits of "Earthing": https://www.healthline.com/health/grounding#benefits

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Fall Lawn Tasks and Waterwise Lawns Episode 60 Oct 30, 2021

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Let's get that lawn prepped for next year! Eric Marble from Chanshare Sod Farms is back to help us get our fall lawn tasks tackled. Learn the most important tasks to do NOW to get your lawn put to bed for the winter. How to water, mow, fertilize and aerate for the perfect winter prep that will create a more waterwise lawn for next year.

In the Tip of the Week, Jana talks about leaves and begs you not to bag and trash them!

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