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"June Garden Watering Advice" with Marlene Simon, the Plant Lady Jun 07, 2020

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The Plant Lady, Marlene Simon, talks about garden issues during our recurring roller coaster weather patterns this month, especially irrigation. Caring for succulents and lavender. Mulching. Garden Grappler

"Blueberries and Tomatoes" with Don Shor, Redwood Barn Nursery-Davis May 31, 2020

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Don Shor of Redwood Barn Nursery in Davis drops by to talk about Blueberries and Tomatoes: the Harvest and the Hope. Critter-proofing blueberry plants. Garden Grappler

"Roses and Bugs" with entomologist/rosarian Baldo Villegas May 24, 2020

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We tackle two popular spring garden issues: the bugs of spring, and rose care. Retired state entomologist and current Master Rosarian Baldo Villegas has the answers. We take a radio tour of the UC Davis Arboretum with Superintendent Emeritus Warren Roberts. Garden Grappler.

"All about the Spring Fruit Tree Care" with Ed Laivo May 17, 2020

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We tackle fruit trees on this episode, and there's a lot to contend with this time of year. fruit tree expert Ed Laivo talks about size control and pest issues. Tom Spellman of Dave Wilson Nursery gets into fruit thinning. Garden Grappler.

"Spring Garden Advice" with Debbie Flower. May 10, 2020

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Our favorite retired college horticulture teacher, Debbie Flower, returns with spring garden advice. Garden Grappler

"Tips for Growing Fruit Trees" May 03, 2020

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Tom Spellman from Dave Wilson Nursery has ideas on how to grow high chill deciduous fruit trees in low chill areas. Growing the Dutchman's Pipevine. Garden Grappler.

"Raising Backyard Chickens" with Chicken Consultant Cherie Sintes-Glover Apr 26, 2020

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Perhaps you're thinking of expanding your backyard food production with chicken or bees. Today's guest, Cherie Sintes-Glover is an Urban Chicken Consultant and a beekeeper. She has tips! Warren Roberts takes us on a spring tour of the UC Davis Arboretum. Garden Grappler.

"California Native Plants" with Master Gardener Pam Bone Apr 19, 2020

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Sacramento County's Original Master Gardener, Pam Bone, tells us about unthirsty California native plants that do well in our area. Plus, details about a virtual tour of local landscapes featuring native plants. Hot plants at nurseries right now. Garden Grappler.

"Basic Gardening Tips" with Debbie Flower Apr 12, 2020

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Our favorite college horticulture instructor (retired), Debbie Flower, joins us with tips for beginning gardeners. And, ant control advice! Growing Garlic. Garden Grappler.

"Roses, Tomatoes, and More" with Debbie Arrington and Kathy Morrison. Apr 05, 2020

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The ladies from the 'Sacramento Digs Gardening" blog chat about roses and tomatoes; Cherie Sintes-Glover on choosing and caring for young chicks. Garden Grappler

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