Plant Doctor with Mike Meier

This week Mike talks about boxelder bugs and Asian beetles, why they end up in your house and the history behind how they ended up in the United States. Mike also answers calls from listeners about seeding grass this fall, over seeding, and transplanting raspberries, peonies and rhubarb. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike tells us how this hot weather is affecting plants. He explains how to recognize plant scorch and other lawn diseases. Mike also answers listener questions about when to seed your lawn, and how to get rid of violets in your lawn.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Plant Doctor, Mike talks about tree diseases that affect Elm and Maple trees. Mike also answers listener questions about killing mosquito larva in fountains, getting rid of underground bee hives, prepping raspberries plants for winter, and what soil to use in a vegetable planter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike talks about myths in the media related to plants. He dives into the myth that bee decline means that crops will die. He also answers questions about fungus on linden trees, planting birch trees, and getting rid of crabgrass. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tis week Mike talks about an unlikely gentle giant, the Cicada Killer Wasp. Mike also gives us helpful tips on composting and answers listener questions about zoysia grass and planting trees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the Plant Doctor talks about Japanese Beatles, European Chafers, and sandburs. Mike also answers questions about Buck Thorn trees, moles and Ferns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the Plant Doctor warns us about different poisonous plants that could be growing in our backyards. He tells us that Nightshade plats, while not dangerous to touch, is deadly is you ingest. He warns that kids like to play with the inky berries. He also tells us about poison ivy and how the rash can easily be passed from person to person. Mike also answers listener questions about how to g...

This week The Plant Doctor talks about dormant lawns. While we wait for the rain to come, we need to know what damage can happen to our lawns during a draught. Mike informs us when the best time to water our lawns is and gives us some tips. Mike also answers callers' questions about plants with vines, clematis not blooming, and dahlias mysteriously dying.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Mike talks about how to keep mosquitos away. He goes through many different mosquito remedies: the good, the bad, and the very bad. Mike also talks about how to four and six leaf clovers, as well as answers questions about hydrangeas and hibiscus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode the Plant Doctor talks with callers about fertilizer recommendations for trees, how to deter a mystery rodent from chewing on lawn furniture, and a soil disease that especially affects maple trees. Mike also discusses with a caller the best way to grow grass along a bank. He also reminds us that overkill in regards to lawns in not a good idea.  See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

On this episode the Plant Doctor talks about the history of some nonindigenous species. Learn about the European honey bee and the "killer" bee from Africa as well as the Asian lady beetle and the starling.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode Mike start the conversation of planting a garden with Mom this Mother's Day, instead of giving cut flowers. Give Mom a gift that will last, and build memories. Mike also answers listener questions about Maple Trees, pesticide and more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plant Doctor continues last weeks conversation about moles, and this week takes about how to get rid of them. He discusses old wives tales on how to complete the task and what ways actually work. Mike also continues to answer listener questions about tree and lawn care.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike discusses the pesky critters we get around this time of year, GRUBS and MOLES. He explains why they are harmful to you lawn. Also on this episode, Mike continues to answer listener questions about lawn care.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike kept seeing ads for Sunday lawn products, so he did some research and started this weeks show discussing what he learned. Also this week Mike talks about getting kids into gardening and answers listener questions about planting trees and lawn care.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike got a lot of great questions today from our amazing listeners. Mike talks about lawn care in-between calls about jade plants, rose bushes, and keeping pesky bunnies from eating the flower garden.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's finally Spring! Mike talks those pesky weeds and how not all weeds are bad. In fact some are actually sought after.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Mike talks about "useless" garden tools in-between calls about lawn care.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike discusses the problems the Gypsy Moth caused back in the 70s and why its a problems that the DNR is working to combat again. He also talks about plants that are the root to modern medicines.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike talks about starting your garden indoors. He also answers questions about trimming trees and bushes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wondering why your tomato plants aren't producing? Mike talks about why tomatoes are being affected and what you can do to improve your tomato growth.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plant Doctor explains the meaning of "organic" and discusses organic versus synthetic remedies.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Plant Doctor turns Love Doctor in this episode. Let Mike set you on the right path this Valentine's Day by telling you the meaning of flower colors. "A lily is a symbol of flirtation." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some plants are easier to maintain then others. Mike will discuss some easy plants to keep alive and teach us how to maintain them. "Anyone can have a green thumb." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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