1. Doreen of Philadelphia reached out to us and sent us some photos. She took them of her outdoor geranium on Dec 9th. It looked so good it could have been June 9th. Julio & I  explaining why!
2. Debbie Muller sent us an Emergency request! Her neighbor pulled up a Holly and brought it to the curb. Debbie wanted to install it in her own yard. She asked how and if it was worth the bother. Hear all about it in our 2nd segment!
3. We discuss the Burrrrrds....... Our feathered friends need special care during the winter. We'll tell you the best way to feed the wild birds.
4. December 21 at 10:27 p.m marks the Winter Solstice. It is the longest night of the year. We'll explain what that means and why it is significant to you in our 4th segment!
5. Santa may come only once a year but these great gift Ideas will be getting you praise all year long! Listen to our Gifts for Gardeners suggestions in our final segment.

1. On todays show we're going to tell you the true story of an Aztec King and an American Spy!
2. A story of a foreign Ambassador and the influence of a Presidential election.
3. A story that weaves itself right here through Philadelphia.
4. During the roaring twenties the tale heads west right to Hollywood's Sunset Boulevard.
5. We might have never know the whole story If it wasn't for a small Grower from Germany! So what are we talking about? The fascinating story of the Poinsettia.
6. In our final segment we'll tell you what the Poison Control Center said about poinsettias and their toxicity.

1. Suzzanne called the Bloomers in the garden Hotline and has a problem with her Houseplants. Hear all about it in our first segment!
2. Christmas Cactus are a popular Holiday Plant. Hear about the differences from Thanksgiving Cactus vs Christmas Cactus and how to grow them in our second segment!
3. Do you love Amaryllis as much as I do? This beautiful Flowering Bulb has a story almost as beautiful as the flower! Learn all about Amaryllis during our 3rd segment!
4. We received a text message asking how to care for their potted Spiral Alberta Spruce. Listen in during the 4th segment!
5. During our final segment we're going to give you basic poinsettia Care Tips!

1. Fresh Evergreen Wreaths could be as big a symbol of Christmas as the Christmas Tree.

2. Garland, Mantles Pieces, Table Runners are variations of garlands.

3. Swags, Bunches even grave blankets all start with a foundation of Fresh greens.

4. Using Balled & Burlaped or Potted living Christmas Trees is a great way to add an evergreen to your yard and memorialize Christmas.

5. Fresh Cut Christmas Trees Types, Care & Lore.

1.  Relax it's not too late to plant spring flowering bulbs! We'll revisit how to plant your bulbs for a beautiful display this spring in our first segment!
2. Alice came in this week and was having a problem with her fiddleleaf fig. Leaves were blotchy and not looking to good! We'll explain what's going on in our second segment!
3. Our Buddy Harold Kozak of Staten Island called the "Bloomers in the Garden Hotline" and had two questions! First was about growing garlic.
4. The Harold's second Question was about feeding succulents!
5. Don't go to Thanksgiving diner empty handed, we're going to suggest some host or hostess gifts you can bring during our final segment!

1. So we've had a freeze and your annuals, even your Mum's are looking really bad! There are some ornamental plants you can plant right now that will last for a really long time! Hear what they are in the first segment.
2. Camelias are an underused broadleaved evergreen that can be grown in our area with a little bit of help. Hear how to get these cold weather bloomers to grow in your yard during our second segment!
3. We have a call from a listener in North Jersey! She had Questions about planting Bulbs and growing Boxwood in containers.
4. The call continued with Maryanne's Husband asking her to ask us a question about giving squirrels a hot tongue!
5. During our final segment we received two text messages that couldn't be more different! First up is a question about Hydrangeas and second is about tomatoes! 

1. Baby it's Cold Outside!! On this week's show we're talking about what to expect and what to do when the weather turns cold!
2. Cold weather brings the need to feed Wild Birds! We'll explain why you should put up a feeder and what you should feed them during our second segment!
3. Wondering if you should cut back your Hydrangeas. We'll tell you what to do in our 3rd segment!
4. Dave from Cherry Hill called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and asked questions about Daylilies & Lilacs.
5. Joan from Feasterville called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and has what sounds like a paper wasp nest in her lilac.  She asked the best way to remove it! 

1. The Fall fireworks have started and the Autumn leaves are putting on a colorful show. Have you ever wondered why? Julio and I will explain what's happening during our 1st segment.
2.  Has your lawn suddenly started changed colors? We'll tell you what's happening during our second segment!
3. We're going to talk about Autumn Anomalies! Shrubs that are flowering now in late fall!
4. Get FREE Perennials!! It's time to Split those perennials! We'll share with you how to divide your favorites in our 2nd segment!
5. Before you put away that mower there are a few things to take care of. 

1. The Brightest Bulb may actually be in the Ground!!  Today's show is all about Flowering Bulbs!! In our 1st segment we'll be explaining the differences between Summer Flowering and Spring Flowering bulbs.
2. Once you know which are Summer Flowering bulbs you're going to have to dig them up and store them over the winter!
3. Daffodils & Narcissus are a Spring flowering bulbs in the same family. We'll share with you how to grow them in our 3rd segment!
4. Tulips are a possibly the most popular of all bulbs. Listen in how to have success with Tulips in our 4th segment.
5. Last but not least there bulbs are a real PIP, really! Somewhat lesser known bulbs like Crocus, Hyacinths are discussed during our final segment!

October 14, 2023 Bloomers in the Garden Radio

1. The Chill is in the air! Do you own a pond or Water Garden? We'll tell you what to do to winterize your pond in our 1st segment.
2. During our second segment we're going to talk about Pumpkins. Not just orange face pumpkins but gourds and those unique stacking pumpkins too!
3. Prof. Steve called the Bloomers in the Garden Hotline and had comments and questions about the Birds & the Bees. Listen in during our third segment!
4. The fall can be a beautiful time for Roses but winter is on it's way. In our 4th segment you'll be given instructions on what is the best way to prepare your roses for the winter.
5. What's Buggin You!! Sal called the Bloomers in the Garden hotline and has Dust Mites biting causing Allergic Reactions. Hear how to eliminate these highly annoying pests during our final segment!