Garden Talk

Most of Wisconsin is experiencing very dry conditions. We talk about when to water and the best techniques to use. We also look at the benefits of planting vegetables a little later in the season and why some annuals are hard to find this year.

Using native plants in your garden doesn’t have to be an all or nothing thing. We talk about how to incorporate natives into your current landscape and the benefits it brings.

There are lots of reasons to move your existing plants. We talk about how and when to transplant, and what to do to make sure they thrive in their new location. We also look at some new plant varieties to try and how to select ground cover.

Many of us are thinking of growing food for the first time. But where to start? Our guest has advice on how to turn your landscape into a "foodscape" — no matter where you live.

A successful gardening season starts with good preparation. We talk about what you need to do to get your garden ready and share some planting tips.

It’s time to plant! We talk about early greens and cool season annuals, adding fragrance to your garden, and the latest developments in compact shrubs.

Controlling pests on your edible plants can be a very frustrating job. We talk with our guest about how to identify common pests and how to manage them without using synthetic chemical pesticides.

We celebrate National Arbor Day by talking about the correct way to plant a tree. We also talk about selecting the species and how to keep it healthy.

Many gardeners are turning to fabric bags to grow their plants. We talk about why this method is beneficial for both plants and gardeners — and how you can get started.

Berries from your garden are a sweet treat. We talk with a UW-Extension expert about how to grow strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and more unusual crops like aronia, gooseberries and Juneberries.