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Garden Talk

Wisconsin Public Radio

Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests.

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United States

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Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Healthy annuals, AI plants, and Iris care

8/2/2025
Lindsay Hendricks from the Green Bay Botanical Garden is back to share tips for keeping annuals looking good through fall. Then we talk about how to spot plants designed by […]

Duration:01:39:03

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New plant varieties to try; Does fertilizer expire?

7/26/2025
Gardening expert Melinda Myers joins us to recommend some different plants for your garden and containers. We also talk about fertilizer – how to store it and how long it […]

Duration:01:39:20

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Mid-season adjustments and what it’s like to exhibit at the Chelsea Flower Show

7/19/2025
UW Extension Outreach Specialist Bruce Spangenberg is back to share advice on summer gardening. In the last half hour of the show we talk to an orchid expert about breeding and exhibiting.

Duration:01:38:37

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Outdoor living spaces; Getting the most out of your summer garden

7/12/2025
Now is the time of year to really enjoy your yard. We share some updates on the latest in patio design with the owner of Hawks Landscape. And then talk with Diana Alfuth about how to beat the summer garden doldrums.

Duration:01:39:04

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Gardening can be murder; Caring for succulents

7/5/2025
In the doldrums of winter we talk to the author of a new book that explores how mystery writers have used gardening in their books. And then we talk with an expert about growing succulents.

Duration:01:39:31

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Birdscaping your garden and help with plant diseases

6/28/2025
We talk to the author of the new book “Birdscaping for Wisconsin and the Great Lakes.” Then Brian Hudelson is back to talk about this year’s most prevalent plant diseases.

Duration:01:39:20

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Plant triage and Japanese gardens

6/21/2025
Hot weather has arrived and we talk with Lis Friemoth about how to help our plants get through. Then we talk to the author of a new book on the art of Japanese Gardens.

Duration:01:39:22

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How plants react to weather stresses and a new petunia gets a ‘glowing’ review

6/14/2025
UW Extension educator Lisa Johnson is back to talk about how our winter and spring weather has affected our gardens. Then we talk to folks from Breezy Hill Nursery about […]

Duration:01:39:07

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It’s always time to plant something; Watering wisely

6/7/2025
Gardening expert Patti Nagai is back to talk about how to decide what and when to plant - even in the winter. Then we look at ways to wisely use water in your garden.

Duration:01:38:53

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Bayfield in Bloom 2025

5/31/2025
We are once again celebrating northern Wisconsin with our annual live broadcast from Bayfield.

Duration:01:38:49