The best way to control bad bugs in your garden is to attract beneficial bugs and let them do the work. We talk to a horticulturist about those good insects, how they work, and what they eat.

A natural approach to pest control

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

Leisure

We talk with the new Director of Horticulture at Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison, as well as horticulturist Erin Presley about ways to block weeds. At 12:30 we hear about […]

Botanical gardens

Compact fruit plants and trees, ornamental vegetables are just some of the ways to add edibles to your landscape. We talk with nationally known gardening expert Melinda Myers about how […]

Flavorful landscapes

There are many ways to adjust your gardening experience as you get older. We talk with horticulturist Mark Dwyer about ways to continue to enjoy your hobby even with physical […]

How to keep gardening as you age

The Midwest is home to more than 150 butterfly species. You can welcome these winged pollinators into your backyard with planning and proper plant selection. Horticulture educator Lisa Johnson shares […]

Transform your backyard into a butterfly’s paradise

Fluctuations in temperature and precipitation can cause a gardener problems. We talk with plant expert Susan Carpenter about how climate changes affect native plants. UW-Arboretum

A natural approach to pest control

Download our free app to listen on your phone