Good Growing

Looking to try something new in the garden this year? You’re in luck because, back by popular demand, the Good Growing Grow Along returns with a fresh lineup of unique and beautiful plants for 2025. Check out this week’s Good Growing Podcast to learn about the plants we’ll be growing for this year's Grow Along, how you can participate, and more.

Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4pCC_Ndkkeg 

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  00:30 – Welcome, Ken and Emily. What should we call this year’s Grow Along?

  02:25 – What is the Good Growing Grow Along?

  04:30 – What has changed from last year’s Grow Along?

  07:15 – How can I register for the Grow Along? 

  09:55 – What will we be growing this year for the Grow Along?

    10:25 - Papalo ‘Butterfly’

    15:40 - Sweet pepper ‘Christmas tree’ 

    19:40 - Melon ‘Kajari’

    23:18 - Tomato ‘Black Krim’

    27:02 - Toothache Plant ‘Bullseye’

    30:55 - Basil ‘Dark Purple Opal’

    34:50 - Celosia ‘Mega Punk’

    39:40 - Cosmos ‘Seashells Mix’

    43:50 - Zinnia ‘Old Mexico’

  48:23 – Wrap-up, thank yous, what’s up next week, and goodbye!

Join us for the Good Growing Grow Along: https://go.illinois.edu/GrowAlong

Starting seeds at home: https://youtu.be/lNCwDYkdS50
Toothache plant: What is it and how to grow it: https://youtu.be/Z7ywlxrKWTM  

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This week on the Good Growing Podcast, we continue our look at the 2025 year of plants with calendula. Known for its vibrant orange and yellow flowers, calendula is not just a beautiful addition to your garden but also a versatile plant with numerous uses both in and out of the garden.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rkYzhbt-7kU 

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Welcome to the Good Growing podcast! In this episode, horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson from the University of Illinois Extension delve into the 2025 Perennial Plant of the Year: Clustered Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum muticum). Join us as we explore the unique characteristics, growing tips, and ecological benefits of this native plant.

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00:35    Hey Ken! It is very cold outside.
03:01    Does the cold affect Japanese beetle grubs?
05:22    The 2025 Perennial Plant of the Year is Clustered Mountain Mint
07:04    Native range
09:15    What does clustered mountain mint look like?
11:30    Pairing mountain mint with other plants.
12:34    Growth habit (form).
12:51    Full sun to part shade plant, but what happens if it gets too much shade?
13:42    Recommended locations to plant clustered mountain mint
15:05    Thoughts about potential aggressive behavior.
17:07    Why was this plant selected as perennial plant of the year?
17:45    The minty smell of clustered mountain mint.
19:52    Other mountain mints you may find in Illinois.
22:13    Mountain mint is a valuable plant for insects.
25:30    The seasonality of mountain mint.
27:12    Looking for mountain mint species at the garden centers.
29:34    Thank yous and coming up next week.

Perennial Plant Association, Perennial Plant of the Year - Clustered Mountain Mint https://perennialplant.org/page/2025PPOY

Characterization of Odorants in Clustered Mountain Mint Pycnanthemum muticum
Assessing pollinator richness on urban-grown mountain mint (Pycnanthemum spp.) populations
Variation in Insect Richness on Six Prairie Plant Species 

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In this episode, horticulture educators Chris Enroth, Ken Johnson, and Emily Swihart dive deep into the fascinating world of dogwoods (genus Cornus). Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, you'll discover the diverse beauty and versatility of dogwoods, from majestic trees to charming shrubs and even groundcovers.

Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/_eCVKqEyFm8

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00:35 Hey Ken!
01:02 Hey Emily! 

Dogwood Shrubs
02:45 Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa)
08:19 Redosier Dogwood (Cornus sericea)
14:07 Bloodtwig Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)
15:15 Tatarian dogwood (Cornus alba)
16:02 How to identify dogwoods

Dogwood Trees
20:46 Flowering Dogwood (Cornus florida)
29:00    Kousa Dogwood (Cornus kousa)
31:43 Cornelian cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas)
34:34    Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia)

Dogwood Groundcover
36:31 Bunchberry (Cornus canadensis)

Dogwood problems
38:47 Dogwood borer
40:06 Dogwood anthracnose
42:58 Spot anthracnose
43:16 Septoria and Cercospora leaf spots

45:06 Fun facts we learned about dogwoods!
51:46    Thank yous and coming up next week

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This week on the Good Growing Podcast Ken and Chris reminisce about 2024. We look at you favorite episodes and share our favorite moments. From cicadas to using dynamite to blow up your landscape, you will enjoy this trip down memory lane.

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00:39 Hey Ken! How was winter break?
02:01 How we assembled our year-in-review highlights.

Top three YouTube podcast episodes
03:51 Third-most popular YouTube episode - More than monarchs
YouTube https://youtu.be/cLvl96PpqOg 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/gardenbite-more-monarchs-insects-milkweed-goodgrowing 
06:08 Second most popular YouTube video from 2024 - Plants We Wouldn't Plant Again
YouTube https://youtu.be/XHqaxZPzlVU 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-179-plants-we-wouldnt-plant-or-would-think-twice-about-planting-again 
07:52 Most popular YouTube video from 2024 - Plant problems we are seeing in 2024
YouTube https://youtu.be/7O96jjEbZ3o 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-181-plant-problems-we-are-seeing-2024-goodgrowing 

Top three audio podcast episodes
10:56 Third favorite audio episode - Native Grasses in the Prairie and Your Yard
YouTube https://youtu.be/EaFf5zziNiQ 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-176-native-grasses-prairie-and-your-yard-goodgrowing 
13:25 Second favorite audio podcast of 2024 - Monarch Butterfly Science with Dr. Andy Davis
YouTube https://youtu.be/zIt-zkivDjI 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-174-monarch-butterfly-science-w-dr-andy-davis-goodgrowing 
18:16 Favorite audio episode from 2024 - Growing Perennial Vegetables, Asparagus, Rhubarb, and More
YouTube https://youtu.be/Q9PYXesCPXE 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-169-growing-perennial-vegetables-asparagus-rhubarb-more-goodgrowing 

Our favorite moments and episodes from 2024
20:23 Old Timey Remedies - Dynamite in the Landscape
YouTube https://youtu.be/v64wU2PINS8 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-183-old-time-garden-remedies-goodgrowing 
22:27 Ken's favorite part of 2024 was cicada-mania
YouTube https://youtu.be/U_0K70ajACM 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-175-eating-periodical-cicadas-goodgrowing 
24:18 Thinking back on the Good Growing Grow Along
YouTube https://youtu.be/aC0JUpFpYsQ 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/good-growing-grow-along-final-check-2024-goodgrowing 
26:51 Attending the 2024 N.G Heimos Poinsettia Trial
YouTube https://youtu.be/sPrESNYNOzk 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-194-more-red-many-colors-and-forms-poinsettias-goodgrowing 
29:06 Our favorite gardening books episode
YouTube https://youtu.be/RskDlYC8TRk 
Audio 
31:14 A favorite moment - everyone eating toothache plant flowers
YouTube https://youtu.be/Z7ywlxrKWTM 
Audio https://extension.illinois.edu/podcasts/good-growing/ep-193-our-favorite-gardening-books-winter-reading-gifts-or-anytime-year 

33:44 Lessons from the garden for 2025
39:42 Thank yous and coming up next week!

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Illinois Extension's core mission is to be a source of research-based knowledge that helps community members solve challenges and improve their lives. On this week’s Good Growing podcast, Chris and Emily are joined by horticulture educators Sarah Vogel and Ryan Pankau to discuss the upcoming Community Tree Care series. This only learning opportunity is open to anyone who cares about trees or does the work of caring for trees. Listen to the end for a fun lightning round of tree questions with our guests.

Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C01ODX3-7u8

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  01:10 – Welcome, Sarah Vogel and Ryan Pankau. Introducing the Community Tree Care Series.

  02:00 – Introductions. Who you are, where you are located, and how you became interested in trees.

  08:47 – What is the Community Tree Care Series?

  10:48 – Community Tree Care Series is open to anyone.

  11:20 – Why we care about community trees.

  14:00 – When trees face a natural disaster.

  18:20 – How to sign up for the Community Tree Care Series.

  21:53 – A summary of what topics are included in the series.

  27:46 – Yet to be announced in-person sessions

  32:08 – Lightening Round with tree people

  33:09 – What is your favorite tree species and why?

  37:28 – What is the most interesting tree fact that you know?

  39:43 – What tree do you associate with your childhood?

  41:41 – Do you have any tree related New Year’s Resolutions?

  45:29 – Wrap-up, thank yous, what’s up next week, and goodbye!

For more information or to register for the Community Tree Care Series: https://go.illinois.edu/CTC2025

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Welcome to the Good Growing podcast! In this special gardenbite episode, horticulture educator Chris Enroth from the University of Illinois Extension revisits a fascinating 2021 webinar where the team delved into the world of tree nuts. This episode focuses on the beloved chestnut, featuring insights from horticulture educator Ken Johnson.

Highlights:

History and Significance: Discover the rich history of the American chestnut, once a keystone species in the eastern United States, and learn about its tragic downfall due to the chestnut blight.

Chestnut Varieties: Explore different types of chestnuts, including American, Chinese, Japanese, and European chestnuts, and understand their unique characteristics and uses.

Growing Chestnuts: Gain practical tips on how to grow chestnuts, including site selection, soil requirements, and pollination needs.
Pest and Disease Management: Learn about common pests and diseases that affect chestnuts, such as chestnut weevils and phytophthora root rot, and how to manage them effectively.

Harvesting and Storing: Get expert advice on the best practices for harvesting and storing chestnuts to maintain their quality and flavor.

Culinary Uses: Find out how to prepare and enjoy chestnuts, from roasting them over an open fire to incorporating them into various recipes.

Restoration Efforts: Hear about the ongoing efforts to restore the American chestnut through traditional breeding and transgenic approaches.

Join us for an informative and engaging episode that will deepen your appreciation for chestnuts and their role in our ecosystems and culinary traditions.

01:16 Chestnuts - What are they?
02:36 Chestnut vs. horse chestnut
03:30 The different species of chestnuts
04:20 The history of the American chestnut.
06:34 The arrival of Chestnut blight
08:28 Chestnut growing recommendations
11:04 Chestnut cultivars
11:43 Chestnut pollination
13:29 Chestnut pests (insects)
16:11 Chestnut pests (critters)
17:41 Chestnut diseases
19:03 Harvest and storing chestnuts
21:21 How to eat chestnuts
23:08 Bringing back the American Chestnut
25:32 So long until next year!

Watch the entire Going Nuts Over Tree Nuts webinar where we also discuss walnuts, pecans, and hazelnuts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vd1ix1H3bco

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When most people think of poinsettias, they think of red, but they can be found in a variety of colors and forms. On this week’s Good Growing Podcast, we discuss our trip to the N.G. Heimos Poinsettia Trial. Learn about the wide variety of colors and forms of poinsettias that were on display, some of our favorite varieties, and more! 

Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/sPrESNYNOzk

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  00:30 – Welcome, Ken. What was the poinsettia trail like?

  03:37 – Recap of last year’s poinsettia podcast

  07:05 – A little more on the trial and how it was laid out.

  09:55 – What we saw/our favorites

    10:25 – Red poinsettias (Kayla Red, Roccostar Red, Gloria Red, Q-ismas Bond, and Advent Red)

    18:30 – Marbled poinsettias (Amarena Early Glitter, Early Elegance Glitter, Tapestry, Ice Punch, Robyn Marble, Princettia Sparkling Rouge, and Freya series – marble)

    30:56 – White poinsettias (Flurry White and Frozen)

    33: 50 – Novelty poinsettias (Autumn Leaves, Viking Cinnamon, Q-ismas Cozy Oak, Orange Glo, Luv U Pink, Enduring Pink, Mars Pink, Princettia Queen Shell Pink, Golden Glo, Green Envy, and Q-ismas Qozy Mojito)

    49:05 – A few more poinsettias we saw

  51:25 – Wrap-up, thank yous, what’s up next week, and goodbye!

All about Poinsettias: Myths, legends, how they’re grown, and more: https://youtu.be/0jY1dNYQG5Y

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This week on the Good Growing Podcast, Emily Swihart joins Ken and Chris to discuss our favorite gardening and landscaping books. We discuss reference books, fiction and nonfiction, and even children's books. Beyond our favorites, we also interviewed our fellow horticulture educators to get their recommendations. This is a longer episode, so be sure to use the timestamps in the episode description to jump to your favorite sections. Happy listening!

Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/RskDlYC8TRk 

00:31 Hey Ken!
01:00 Welcome Emily!
01:35 What are our reading habits? 
03:38 How do we choose books to read?
07:13 Reading older books.
10:39 Horticulture references
10:55 Diseases of Trees and Shrubs by Wayne Sinclair and Howard Lyon
11:02 Bark: A Field Guide to the Trees of the Northeast by Michael Wojtech
12:26 Herbaceous Perennial Plants by Allan Armitage
13:53 The Savage Garden: Cultivating Carnivorous Plants by Peter D'Amato
14:54 Caterpillars of Eastern North America by David Wagner
15:57 The Mosquito: A Human History of Our Deadliest Predator by Timothy Winegard
16:37 Wicked Bugs by Amy Stewart
18:13 Bees: An Identification and Native Plant Forage Guide by Heather Holm
18:20 Pollinators of Native Plants by Heather Holm
22:25 How Plants Work by Linda Chalker-Scott
22:34 Botany for Gardeners by Brian Capon
24:26 The Informed Gardener by Linda Chalker-Scott
25:15 The History of the Garden in Fifty Tools by Bill Laws
28:22 Management of Invasive Plants and Pests for Illinois by Illinois Extension
28:41 Forest Trees of Illinois by Illinois Extension
29:27 Books by Doug Tallamy
29:43 Bringing Nature Home by Doug Tallamy
30:03 The Nature of Oaks by Doug Tallamy
31:49 The Living Landscape by Doug Tallamy and Rick Darke
35:16 Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
36:08 Gathering Moss by Robin Wall Kimmerer
36:58 The Sioux Chef by Sean Sherman
38:45 The Leaves on the Trees by Thom Wiley
40:51 Bug Hotel by Libby Walden
41:47 Colors of Insects by Laura Purdie Salas
42:14 Bugs A to Z by Caroline Lawton
42:39 As An Oak Tree Grows by G. Brian Karas
43:39 From Seed to Plant by Gail Gibbons
45:05 The Lorax by Dr. Seuss
46:31 A Perfect Red by Amy Butler Greenfield
49:40 Urban Forests: A natural history of trees and people in the American cityscape by Jill Jonnes
51:41 Hortus Curious by Michael Perry
52:29 Fifty Plants that Changed the Course of History by Bill Laws
54:38 The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson
56:52 Vascular Flora of Illinois by Robert Mohlenbrock
57:13 Circe by Madeline Miller
57:48 Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden by Erin Benzakein
58:49 Well-Tended Perennial Garden by Tracy DiSabato-Aust
59:41 Nature's Best Hope by Doug Tallamy
59:57 Planting in a Post-Wild World by Thomas Rainer and Claudia West
1:02:53  Plants of the Chicago Region by Floyd Swink and Gerould Wilhelm
1:03:36  A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold
1:07:21  Illinois Wildflowers by Don Kurz
1:07:38 Diary of a Worm by Doreen Cronin and Harry Bliss
1:08:03 The Gardener's Guide to Prairie Plants by Hilary Cox and Neil Diboll
1:08:49 The Cut Flower Handbook by Lisa Mason Ziegler
1:10:17 The Propagation Handbook by Hilton Carter
1:11:24 Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
1:12:58 The Seed Keeper by Diane Wilson
1:17:05 Closing thoughts
1:17:45 Thank yous, goodbyes, and coming up next week

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Ken Johnson: [email protected] 
Emily Swihart: [email protected] 
 
 
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The holiday season is here, which means evergreens, poinsettias, amaryllis, and other holiday plants have arrived in stores. Plants are often at the center of our holiday decorations and traditions and are frequently given as gifts. Whether you’re buying them as gifts or for yourself, learn about what to look for when selecting your holiday plants and how to transport them to avoid cold weather damaging them so they can be enjoyed throughout the holiday season.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yUWWqRRAjEk 

Skip to what you want to know:  

  00:35 – Tips on selecting holiday plants

    00:44 – Poinsettias

    02:20 – Christmas cactus

    03:20 – Amaryllis 

    04:15 – Norfolk Island Pines

  05:30 – Inspecting and transporting plants to avoid damage

  07:50 – What to look for when selecting Christmas trees  

  09:19 – Wrap-up and goodbye! 

Need information on caring for your holiday plants? Check out these Good Growing articles:
Poinsettias
Holiday cacti
Amaryllis
Norfolk Island Pines
Caring for Christmas trees
 

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