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By Triangle Gardener: Enjoyable Gardening in NC

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Your guide to enjoyable gardening in North Carolina. We bring you engaging gardening stories in our magazine, on our website, and on our podcast. You can find us at http://www.trianglegardener.com

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Triangle Gardener episodes:

08.14.2018
Brilliant Blueberries
Fall is the best time to plant blueberries and the new compact varieties perform well in small spaces. A group of special correspondents join the show and reveal what it’s like to grow blueberries down under.
06.15.2018
The Future of the Green Industry
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05.29.2018
The Earth Moved - Interview with Author Amy Stewart
Author Amy Stewart explains why she wrote 'The Earth Moved' about earthworms. She reveals their power to transform our landscape and offers tips for getting started with your own worm box.
04.17.2018
Creating a New Hydrangea
With so many new hydrangeas available how does a gardener decide? Bryce Lane of NC State comes on the show and shares ideas for sustainable selections and DeVonne Friesen of Van Belle Nursery explains the development process.
03.23.2018
Native Bee Boxes
Native bees are efficient pollinators and it's easy to encourage them to visit your garden. Vanessa Williams of the UK’s Wildlife World explains their lifecycle and how to make your garden more inviting.
03.12.2018
Right Tools for the Job
Tough jobs can be easier if you use the right tools. A Japanese Gama hoe is perfect for cutting matted roots, the right kneeler makes the job comfortable and a good pair of gloves can prevent a trip to the...
03.09.2018
Alamance Community College Hosts National Horticulture Competition
Alamance Community College will host the 2018 National Collegiate Landscape Competition. Hundreds of horticulture students and industry leaders from around the US will be in NC to participate. For more information visit https://www.alamancecc.edu/horticulture-technology-department-site/
02.23.2018
Garden Club Legacy
Garden Clubs touch our communities in ways you might not realize. In this episode we find out how ancient trees, gas stations, and garden tours help make the Triangle a better place to live.
02.16.2018
Garden Tour Preview
Take a sneak peek at a garden featured on the 2018 Chapel Hill Garden Club tour. Discover that every gardener sees the strengths and weaknesses in their creations and that we all live with what Mother Nature dishes out.
01.21.2018
Insights from the #GrumpyGardener
Steve Bender, aka Southern Living magazine's Grumpy Gardener, has a new book out. We talk with Steve and find out that southern gardeners are the victims of their own success, why native plants aren’t always the right choice, and why...
12.28.2017
Garden Danger
Gardeners are more likely to end up in the Emergency Room come spring. Fitness expert Jennifer Wrigley offers ways for gardeners to stay fit over the cold months and avoid injury.
12.01.2017
Knot Gardens at Agecroft Hall
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10.22.2017
Gardening Under Glass
The Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden has a fabulous conservatory and tropical plant collection but that’s not the only options for gardeners who want to keep tender, exotic plants at home.
09.25.2017
The Living Forest
Author and Executive Director of the Old-Growth Forest Network, Dr. Joan Maloof, has a new book coming out —The Living Forest. This book is a beautiful journey through ancient woods that make up only 1% of our eastern forests. ...
09.11.2017
Planting into a Cold Frame
Planting into a cold frame now will extend your growing season well into our North Carolina winter.
08.15.2017
Restoring American Chestnut Trees
The American Chestnut tree still lurks in our forests and the American Chestnut Foundation is working to restore it to its rightful place in our world.
07.12.2017
A Case for Common Names
Dr. Allan Armitage’s new book, Of Naked Ladies and Forget-Me-Nots explores the origins of some of our favorite garden plants’ names. Enter the promo code TRIANGLE to receive a 10% discount on books from Dr. Armitage’s website allanarmitage.net
06.27.2017
Compost - The Key to Success
Public gardens and commercial growers share the key to creating a great garden is adding compost.
06.05.2017
Gardening in the South
Mark Weathington, author of Gardening in the South, reveals the key to creating a successful garden in our region.
06.02.2017
WaterEase Timer
Leaving your garden alone during the hot days of summer is less of a worry when you add a timer to your watering system. The WaterEase timer from Gardener’s Supply is easy to use while offering a full range...
05.18.2017
Gardener’s Revolution Classic Tomato Garden Kit
The Gardener’s Revolution Classic Tomato Garden Kit has changed the way I grow tomatoes. It holds a lot of soil, has a trellis integrated into its design, and a large water reservoir. This season I almost look like a tomato...
04.27.2017
Innovative Tomato Growing Techniques
Growing the tomato of your dreams can be a source of frustration. Get tips from pros about ways you can modify your growing environment for a successful season.
04.22.2017
Gardener’s Supply GardenTote
Gardener’s Supply makes a great-looking tote bag that holds all of the tools you need for a day in the garden.
03.31.2017
Ecological Plant Communities
Planting in layers creates stable plant communities which are more resistant to weeding and drought. Author Claudia West predicts where the future of nature will live.
03.21.2017
Attracting Bluebirds
Ken Kernodle, of the NC Bluebird Society explains Bluebirds are good residents in our gardens and gives tips for how to entice them to join us.
03.14.2017
Great Garden Gear - Plant Protectors
Volatile weather makes gardening tricky but the right tools give you a better chance for success. Gardener’s Supply plant protectors do the job, hold up well, and are easy to store when not in use. A must-have for...
03.09.2017
Dramm Compact Pruner
The right tool makes gardening tasks easier. The Compact Pruner from Dramm is just the right tool for cutting in tight spots.
02.24.2017
Starting Seeds and Cuttings
Dr. Elizabeth Riley is here with steps for successfully starting seeds and cuttings. Creating the right growing environment will produce healthy plants and save you frustration later.
02.10.2017
Great Garden Gear - Growease Seedstarter Kit
The key to successfully starting seeds is creating a goldilocks space. Too dry and the seedlings won’t survive, too wet and they will succumb to disease. The Growease Seedstarter Kit from Gardener’s Supply provides the perfect environment.
01.27.2017
2017 Climate Forecast
The USDA has good news for gardeners. Dr. Steve McNulty shares what weather we might expect for the 2017 gardening season.
01.13.2017
Great Garden Gear - Worm Farm Composter
Verimcomposting is easier with the right tools. Find out how the Worm Farm Composter from Gardener’s Supply can make composting with worms easy.
12.29.2016
The Awesomeness of Plants
An Amorphophallus titanium bloomed on the NC State campus last year. We meet the plant’s owner and discover what weird plants can teach us.
12.13.2016
Great Garden Gear - RefrigiWear Quilted Jacket
RefrigiWear clothing offers women gardeners functional, affordable, and stylish options for the garden. Tear-resistant material makes RefrigiWear jackets ideal for gardening.
11.27.2016
NC Poinsettias to Market
NC growers will send over 4 million poinsettias to market over the next few weeks. We find out how they get them ready and new developments that could extend their appeal.
11.20.2016
Great Gardening Gear - Hand Pruners
Garden clean-up chores are easier with the right tools. We look at bypass and anvil pruners from Gardener’s Supply and tips for maintaining them.
11.13.2016
NC Christmas Trees: Farm to your Floor
Christmas trees are a big business in NC and gardeners can learn a lot from tree farmers. A lot of science and tradition go into these trees. We visit a farm, a tourism official, an Extension agent, and a...
11.06.2016
Plant Bulbs Now for Spring Daffodils
Get expert advice from Brent Heath —a third generation daffodil breeder who has over 5 million daffodils growing at Brent and Becky’s Bulbs in Gloucester VA. He explains how he develops new varieties and shares tips for a beautiful spring...
10.30.2016
Triangle Gardener - Saving Seeds
Its time to start collecting seeds from your garden. Dr. Liz Riley shares tips for successful collecting, cleaning, and storing seeds for next season.
10.14.2016
War of the Voles
What gardener hasn’t warred with critters? Dan Mason brings us a tale of murder, mayhem, and war just in time for Halloween.
10.03.2016
Bees In Town
Durham, North Carolina is experiencing a construction boom and urban agriculture is booming downtown too. We meet a bee keeper, her musical bees, and some of the people who are leading the way.
09.24.2016
Grains for Your Garden
Suburban gardens encompass 190 million acres in the US. We meet food scape evangelist Brie Arthur, who explains how to add ancient grains to your garden and reap big rewards. And you can follow Brie on social media with...
08.28.2016
Great Gardening Gear: Gardener’s Hollow Leg
Planting fall vegetables is more fun with the right tools. The Gardener’s Hollow Leg, a water-resistant, recycled polyester bag is one of those tools. Lise Jenkins puts it to the test and gives a review.
08.22.2016
Parks Keep Us Healthy
Most Americans live in urban areas and urban parks play a role in our physical, mental, and social health. But these parks can play an important role in protecting the health of our environment. We travel up to Boone, NC...
08.13.2016
Gardening Gear Review- Bird Feeder, Waterer and Squirrel Slip
Bev Hurley reviews some products for the birds in your garden. She also share a secrete weapon that you can use to discourage squirrels from raiding your bird feeders.
08.12.2016
Planting Fruit this Fall
Fall is the best time to plant and we investigate options for adding fruit to your garden. Charles Murphy explains easy options and tips for successfully growing fruit in the Piedmont. Start planning now, planting starts soon.
08.07.2016
Garden-Contest-Announcement
Triangle Gardener is sponsoring a garden contest. Deadline to enter is September 15, 2016. More details can be found at TriangleGardener.com
07.22.2016
Gardening Blind
Mary is an experienced gardener and she's completely blind. Visiting Mary in her garden we learn how to garden with our entire body and also discover that Mary posses super powers. Our show joins the national #PlantSomething campaign.
06.26.2016
Gardening Gear - Power Tools
Bev Hurley shows us the new line of power gardening tools from Black and Decker and why they make gardening easier for her.
06.23.2016
Natives for Birds
Does your garden offer birds high-quality nutrition or junk food? What you plant makes a difference in birds' ability to find food and raise their young. Audubon NC is working with North Carolina plant growers to connect gardeners with...
06.22.2016
Growing Sustainable Roses
Not all roses are garden prima donnas! Kit Flynn walks us through numerous options for growing sustainable roses —roses that don’t require spraying or special care.

What's Triangle Gardener about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Triangle Gardener episodes:

Brilliant Blueberries

The Future of the Green Industry

The Earth Moved - Interview with Author Amy Stewart

Creating a New Hydrangea

Native Bee Boxes

Right Tools for the Job

Alamance Community College Hosts National Horticulture Competition

Garden Club Legacy

Garden Tour Preview

Insights from the #GrumpyGardener

Garden Danger

Knot Gardens at Agecroft Hall

Gardening Under Glass

The Living Forest

Planting into a Cold Frame

Restoring American Chestnut Trees

A Case for Common Names

Compost - The Key to Success

Gardening in the South

WaterEase Timer

Gardener’s Revolution Classic Tomato Garden Kit

Innovative Tomato Growing Techniques

Gardener’s Supply GardenTote

Ecological Plant Communities

Attracting Bluebirds

Great Garden Gear - Plant Protectors

Dramm Compact Pruner

Starting Seeds and Cuttings

Great Garden Gear - Growease Seedstarter Kit

2017 Climate Forecast

Great Garden Gear - Worm Farm Composter

The Awesomeness of Plants

Great Garden Gear - RefrigiWear Quilted Jacket

NC Poinsettias to Market

Great Gardening Gear - Hand Pruners

NC Christmas Trees: Farm to your Floor

Plant Bulbs Now for Spring Daffodils

Triangle Gardener - Saving Seeds

War of the Voles

Bees In Town

Grains for Your Garden

Great Gardening Gear: Gardener’s Hollow Leg

Parks Keep Us Healthy

Gardening Gear Review- Bird Feeder, Waterer and Squirrel Slip

Planting Fruit this Fall

Garden-Contest-Announcement

Gardening Blind

Gardening Gear - Power Tools

Natives for Birds

Growing Sustainable Roses