Fall is the best time to plant blueberries and the new compact varieties perform well in small spaces. A group of special correspondents join the show and reveal what it’s like to grow blueberries down under.

The Future of the Green Industry

Jun 15th, 2018 10m 40s

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The Earth Moved - Interview with Author Amy Stewart

May 29th, 2018 13m 20s

Author Amy Stewart explains why she wrote 'The Earth Moved' about earthworms. She reveals their power to transform our landscape and offers tips for getting started with your own worm box.

Creating a New Hydrangea

Apr 17th, 2018 15m 50s

With so many new hydrangeas available how does a gardener decide? Bryce Lane of NC State comes on the show and shares ideas for sustainable selections and DeVonne Friesen of Van Belle Nursery explains the development process.

Native Bee Boxes

Mar 23rd, 2018 9m 24s

Native bees are efficient pollinators and it's easy to encourage them to visit your garden. Vanessa Williams of the UK’s Wildlife World explains their lifecycle and how to make your garden more inviting.

Right Tools for the Job

Mar 12th, 2018 3m 8s

Tough jobs can be easier if you use the right tools. A Japanese Gama hoe is perfect for cutting matted roots, the right kneeler makes the job comfortable and a good pair of gloves can prevent a trip to the emergency room.

Alamance Community College Hosts National Horticulture Competition

Mar 9th, 2018 4m 30s

Alamance Community College will host the 2018 National Collegiate Landscape Competition. Hundreds of horticulture students and industry leaders from around the US will be in NC to participate. For more information visit https://www.alamancecc.

Garden Club Legacy

Feb 23rd, 2018 9m 48s

Garden Clubs touch our communities in ways you might not realize. In this episode we find out how ancient trees, gas stations, and garden tours help make the Triangle a better place to live.

Garden Tour Preview

Feb 16th, 2018 7m 9s

Take a sneak peek at a garden featured on the 2018 Chapel Hill Garden Club tour. Discover that every gardener sees the strengths and weaknesses in their creations and that we all live with what Mother Nature dishes out.

Insights from the #GrumpyGardener

Jan 21st, 2018 7m 9s

Steve Bender, aka Southern Living magazine's Grumpy Gardener, has a new book out. We talk with Steve and find out that southern gardeners are the victims of their own success, why native plants aren’t always the right choice, and why he’s so gr

Garden Danger

Dec 28th, 2017 9m 30s

Gardeners are more likely to end up in the Emergency Room come spring. Fitness expert Jennifer Wrigley offers ways for gardeners to stay fit over the cold months and avoid injury.

Knot Gardens at Agecroft Hall

Dec 1st, 2017 4m 21s

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Gardening Under Glass

Oct 22nd, 2017 8m 38s

The Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has a fabulous conservatory and tropical plant collection but that’s not the only options for gardeners who want to keep tender, exotic plants at home.

The Living Forest

Sep 25th, 2017 10m 39s

Author and Executive Director of the Old-Growth Forest Network, Dr. Joan Maloof, has a new book coming out —The Living Forest. This book is a beautiful journey through ancient woods that make up only 1% of our eastern forests. She explains why

Planting into a Cold Frame

Sep 11th, 2017 2m 20s

Planting into a cold frame now will extend your growing season well into our North Carolina winter.

Restoring American Chestnut Trees

Aug 15th, 2017 8m 34s

The American Chestnut tree still lurks in our forests and the American Chestnut Foundation is working to restore it to its rightful place in our world.

A Case for Common Names

Jul 12th, 2017 12m 42s

Dr. Allan Armitage’s new book, Of Naked Ladies and Forget-Me-Nots explores the origins of some of our favorite garden plants’ names. Enter the promo code TRIANGLE to receive a 10% discount on books from Dr. Armitage’s website allanarmitage.net

Compost - The Key to Success

Jun 27th, 2017 11m 53s

Public gardens and commercial growers share the key to creating a great garden is adding compost.

Gardening in the South

Jun 5th, 2017 10m 15s

Mark Weathington, author of Gardening in the South, reveals the key to creating a successful garden in our region.

WaterEase Timer

Jun 2nd, 2017 2m 36s

Leaving your garden alone during the hot days of summer is less of a worry when you add a timer to your watering system. The WaterEase timer from Gardener’s Supply is easy to use while offering a full range of functions.

Gardener’s Revolution Classic Tomato Garden Kit

May 18th, 2017 2m 54s

The Gardener’s Revolution Classic Tomato Garden Kit has changed the way I grow tomatoes. It holds a lot of soil, has a trellis integrated into its design, and a large water reservoir. This season I almost look like a tomato expert.

Innovative Tomato Growing Techniques

Apr 27th, 2017 11m 25s

Growing the tomato of your dreams can be a source of frustration. Get tips from pros about ways you can modify your growing environment for a successful season.

Gardener’s Supply GardenTote

Apr 22nd, 2017 2m 3s

Gardener’s Supply makes a great-looking tote bag that holds all of the tools you need for a day in the garden.

Ecological Plant Communities

Mar 31st, 2017 15m 37s

Planting in layers creates stable plant communities which are more resistant to weeding and drought. Author Claudia West predicts where the future of nature will live.