Soil expert Steve Zien says to feed your soil during the winter with a layer of mulch. Prof. Linda Chalker-Scott on the benefits of mulch. The gardens of past U.S. presidents. Blueberry growing tips.

"Growing Fruit Trees. Low Water Shade Plants."

Dec 27th, 2020 1h 22m

Phil Pursel of Dave Wilson Nursery talks about growing backyard fruit trees. Low water plants for the shade. A visit to Fort Ross. Growing chili peppers.

“Winter Care of Backyard Chickens and Bees”

Dec 27th, 2020 1h 24m

Urban chicken consultant and beekeeper Cherie Sintes-Glover of chickensforeggs.com talks about to keep your poultry flock and beehives cozy in the winter chill. Warren Roberts takes us on aDecember tour of the UC Davis Arboretum. Garden Grappl

"Holiday Houseplant Care" with Master Gardner Lori Ann Asmus

Dec 13th, 2020 1h 19m

Lori Ann Asmus, Emerald City Interior Landscape Services, has tips for holiday houseplant care and wreath making ideas. Garden Grappler.

"What makes for a Healthy Soil" with Steve Zien

Dec 6th, 2020 1h 20m

Soil pedologist and Organic Advocate, Steve Zien celebrated World Soil Day yesterday. He will join us to talk about how you can improve your own soil. How to start tomatoes from cutting. Growing citrus indoors. Garden Grappler.

“Answers to Your Garden Questions” with Debbie Flower.

Nov 29th, 2020 1h 22m

We live in a 365 days a year gardening climate, so there are always questions. We pay anoverdue visit to the mailbag. Retired College Horticulture Professor Debbie Flower is the guest. GardenGrappler.

“What’s New at the Nurseries” with Debbie Flower.

Nov 22nd, 2020 1h 25m

Nurseries are beginning to get in lots of edibles, including berry plants and a few fruit tree varieties. Plus, colorful shrubs, such as the sasanqua camellias. College horticulture professor Debbie Flowerhas planting tips for them. Garden Gra

Dealing with the After Effects of Summer Heat and Smoke in the Garden

Nov 15th, 2020 1h 21m

Summer’s weird weather is still playing havoc with backyard plants, especially fruit andnut trees. College horticulture professor Debbie Flower explains it all. Garden Grappler.

Dealing with the After Effects of Summer Heat and Smoke in the Garden

Nov 15th, 2020 1h 6m

Summer’s weird weather is still playing havoc with backyard plants, especially fruit and nut trees. College horticulture professor Debbie Flower explains it all. Garden Grappler.

“Trees and Freeze”. With Pam Bone, Master Gardener. Citrus frost protection tips.

Nov 8th, 2020 1h 23m

Master Gardener Pam Bone offers citrus tree protection tips for the upcoming freezing mornings. Blackberry Supports. Growing beets. Garden Grappler.

“Outdoor electric power tools” with Brad Gay, JB’s Power Equipment.

Nov 1st, 2020 1h 23m

Brad Gay of JB’s Power Equipment in Davis discusses the benefits and drawbacks ofoutdoor electric garden tools. Pumpkin recipe. Growing persimmons. Garden Grappler.

“October Garden Opportunities” with Don Shor, Redwood Barn Nursery

Oct 25th, 2020 1h 23m

Don Shor of Redwood Barn Nursery in Davis discusses the best plants to put in the garden in late October. Solving Bitter Cucumbers. Benefits of Mulch. Garden Grappler

"The Fall Procrastinator's Vegetable Garden" with Quentyn Young, Master Gardener

Oct 18th, 2020 1h 22m

It's not too late to start a fall vegetable garden! Quentyn Young, Master Gardener and Manager at Fair Oaks Blvd Nursery, has tips. October tour of the UCD Arboretum with Warren Roberts. Garden Grappler

"The Pests of Fall", with Prof. Debbie Flower

Oct 11th, 2020 1h 19m

What bugs your garden this time of year? it's more than bugs. Prof. Debbie Flower has the agonizing list. Less toxic weed control methods. Garden Grappler

“Fall is for Planting”, with Prof. Debbie Flower

Oct 4th, 2020 1h 25m

This is the season for doing a lawn or garden makeover. The days are cooler, the soil is still warm, perfect for establishing new plants. Prof. Debbie Flower has suggestions. Preview of the 2021 Placer County Master Gardener Garden Guide and Ca

"Bring on the Bees", with Prof. Debbie Flower

Sep 27th, 2020 1h 22m

Planning a fall garden makeover? Make room for the garden good guys, especially the bees! Prof. Debbie Flower has suggestions. Julia Oldfield of Big Oak Nursery talks fall annuals. Garden Grappler.

"Shrubs with Fall Color" with Prof. Debbie Flower

Sep 20th, 2020 1h 24m

Fall begins Tuesday, What shrubs have outstanding fall color? Debbie Flower has some suggestions. Warren Roberts discusses the outstanding plants of September at the UC Davis Arboretum. Garden Grappler.

"Indoor Garden Ideas" with Don SHor, Redwood Barn Nursery

Sep 13th, 2020 1h 26m

Don Shor of Redwood Barn Nursery in Davis has ideas for garden tasks indoors, to keep you out of the smoke. Grow some succulents, perhaps. Linda Chalker-Scott answers the question, Do walnut trees inhibit other, nearby plants? Garden Grappler.

"Cool Season Color" with Master Gardener Quentyn Young

Sep 6th, 2020 1h 24m

Master Gardener Quentyn Young, who also manages Fair Oaks Blvd Nursery, has suggestions for cool season flowers to plant this month and next. Greenhouse Basics, part 2. Garden Grappler.

"Summertime Tree Problems" with Master Gardener Pam Bone

Aug 30th, 2020 1h 23m

What's bugging your trees this summer? Master Gardener Pam Bone tackles your tree questions. AmpleHarvest.org. Garden Grappler.

"Dealing With Heat, Ash and Smoke in the Garden" with Debbie Flower

Aug 23rd, 2020 1h 19m

As if the heat wasn't bad enough, record breaking wildfires in Northern California have presented two more problems for area gardeners: dealing with smoke and ash. College horticulture professor Debbie Flower discusses coping strategies. Garden

"Dealing with Garden Rats" with Debbie Flower

Aug 16th, 2020 1h 27m

College horticulture professor Debbie Flower discusses various summer garden issues with us, including how to deal with the current heatwave, and strategies for controlling the rats in the garden. Warren Roberts of the UC Davis Arboretum takes

"Dealing with Garden Rats" with Debbie Flower

Aug 16th, 2020 1h 27m

Quentyn Young, Master Gardener: Cool Season Plant Choices

Aug 9th, 2020 1h 22m

Master Gardener Quentyn Young, who's also the manager of Fair Oaks Blvd. Nursery, talks about the latest arrivals for the cool season garden and getting your citrus trees ready for winter fruit development. Garden Grappler