The D Garden Show

The Garden Gal. January 26, 2012 — Debbie Cook, the Garden Gal, a master gardener and certified arborist reminds us that although the ground is wet, cold and possibly covered in snow, it is never too early to start thinking about your garden. There are many classes coming up in the Treasure Valley to help you you inspired, learn something new or freshen up on your gardening skills. Listen in and get educated!

The Garden Gal, January 19, 2011 — Master gardener and certified arborist, Debbie Cook answers questions from eager gardeners about how and when to trim roses along with how to prep and plant sweet potatoes. Are you itching to plant your cold crops, like broccoli, already? Debbie reminds us to rotate our winter crops and do some prep-work by cleaning out pots that they will grow in.

The Garden Gal. January 3, 2012 — Debbie Cook, the Garden Gal, a master gardener and certified arborist chats with her callers about what was great and what wasn't in 2011. The question of when to trim your wisteria is answered and Debbie shares her very own recipe of Cranberry Salsa that can be made right now.

The Garden Gal, December 28, 2011 — Master gardener and certified arborist, Debbie Cook shares the show with her friend, the , Mary Ann Newcomer. They chat, and answer questions, about your winter garden which they both suggest to take pictures of throughout the year. Evergreens, ornimental grasses and Christmas Cactus plants are discussed on how to make your winter gardens beautiful both the inside and outside of your home.

The Garden Gal. December 19, 2011 — Debbie Cook, the Garden Gal, a master gardener and certified arborist tells us that now is a good time to water our evergreens. The lack of water, combined with a bit of thawing that is scheduled to happen this week, means that they need a little help from us in order to be beautiful in the spring. Also, be sure to call your extension office first when considering getting your trees pruned.

The Garden Gal, November 28, 2011 — Master gardener and certified arborist, Debbie Cook talks quite a bit about composting, mulching and why using raked up leaves are great for the soil. Walnut leaves have been thought to have been bad for mulching but Debbie researched and found that the toxin that is in walnut leaves just needs to be composted first. Many winter classes are happening this winter as well, so be sure to get signed up.

The Garden Gal. November 23, 2011 — Debbie Cook, the Garden Gal, a master gardener and certified arborist tells us how to get rid of soft bodied insects in your houseplants with an insecticidal soap. Do you have a moisture meter for your houseplants? Debbie tells us why we need one. It's also not too late to take care of your fruit trees with a homemade vole repellent recipe to help your trees now and in the spring.

The Garden Gal. November 2, 2011 — Debbie Cook, the Garden Gal, a master gardener and certified arborist educates us on which natural elements make trees change colors in the fall and why the darkness is so important during this transition. She also reminds us to get everything unhooked, blown out and dried up so we will not discover any mishaps in the spring.

The Garden Gal, October 28, 2011 — Master gardener and certified arborist, Debbie Cook talks to us about how to store your tomatoes that are not quite ripe but need to be picked due to the fall frost. Did you know that some garlic can not be grown in Idaho due to White Rot? When you plant your fall garlic, make sure it is certified.

The Garden Gal. October 17, 2011 — Debbie Cook, the Garden Gal, a master gardener and certified arborist tells us that now is the time to plant paperwhites for the Holiday season. Get your pen, paper and a bottle of whisky (yes whisky) ready and she will give you detailed directions of what to do for beautiful holiday flowers. Which bulbs should you winter and when do you dig them up and bring them in? Debbie tells us which ones need to come in now and which ones to hold off on.