WCCO's Smart Gardens

What can gardeners do in the winter? Garden gift ideas for the holidays. Amaryllis bulbs can make the perfect present and how to maintain them. Why a clematis may not be blooming. How to get a Christmas cactus to bloom and what fertilizer to use. Controlling quack grass. Getting a poinsettia to turn red. Questions about growing Marijuana. Getting rid of woodpeckers. How long does grass seed last?...

Poinsettia advice. Dormant seeding with some snow on the ground. Should we worry about critters in the winter? Difference between moles and voles. Is it time to trim trees? Controlling the bloom on your Christmas cactus. What it takes to be a master gardener. Caring for asparagus. What to do with bulbs that haven’t been planted yet. Getting rid of moss in the lawn. Learn more from Master Gardener...

How snow can help soil. Tips for growing herbs indoors. Finding fungus gnats in your plants. Christmas cactus care. There is a lot happening at the arboretum even in the winter time and they have great food. Pruning Arborvitae. It is time to trim oaks. Problems with jade plants. Soil for lemon trees. Pruning Apple trees. Winter care for outside plants. What ferns in the office need. Learn more fro...

It's a perfect time to dormant seed. Caring for a Christmas cactus. Good plants to give as gifts this holiday season. A good low maintenance plant for the home. Tips for drying flowers. What it takes to be a master gardener. Fungus gnats. Common mistakes homeowners make with house plants. Caring for fruit trees in Minnesota. Is it okay to water plants with soft water? Growing Easter lilies. Preven...

Preserving flowers. Saving tulip bulbs until they are ready to plant. Caring for succulents. When brussels sprouts grow best. Where to keep plants in your house in the winter. Wrapping plants. Is it time to dormant seed? Getting rid of bugs on inside plants. Is it too late to plant perennials? Should plants be cut in the winter? Learn more from horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Laura Irish Han...

What plants need the most water right now. Confused lilacs. Getting rid of bugs in plants that are brought inside.. Controlling wild raspberry bushes. Trimming asparagus. Thinking about fertilizing the lawn. Protecting plants from snow and critters this winter. Is it time to plant tulips? Earwig problems. Using the right mulch. Protecting rose bushes. When to transplant a tree. Learn more from Mas...

The warm weather is extending the gardening season. When it's okay to let the leaves be on the lawn through the winter. It is time to dormant seed. Pruning perennials. Is it time to fertilize the lawn? Watering sod. Seeding wildflowers. Dividing different house plants. Applying compost in the garden. When to prune hydrangeas and lilacs. Learn more from horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu

Protecting your plants as winter arrives. Caring for plants that were brought indoors. Venus fly trap tips. When to lay topsoil or mulch. What to do with hostas as winter comes. Getting ahead of dandelions. What plants should you prioritize watering right now? Is it time to dormant seed? Learn more from horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu

Minnesota saw some rain this week but is it enough for your garden? How long can we water our plants before winter? Why elms are a good tree to plant in Minnesota. Winterizing roses. Is it too late to treat Creeping Charlie? When to sod the yard. Pruning water sprouts. When to plant bulbs? Lilacs have been having trouble. Dormant seeding. Getting rid of sumac. Pruning Raspberries. Learn more from...

When to plant Garlic. The Lawns are in need of water. Identifying weeds. Getting rid of moles. Finding a good arborist. Is it too late to fertilize the lawn? Collecting seeds from your plants. The strategy to seeding your lawn. Pruning fruit trees. What makes a lumpy lawn? When to mulch or bag leaves? Planting fall bulbs. Learn more from horticulturist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn....

Taking care of your plants as a stretch of dry weather continues. Managing thistle in your yard. When it's a good time to trim trees. How much water a tree needs. Identifying buckthorn and how to get rid of it. Preventing crabgrass. Preparing the lawn for winter. Fall is a great time at the Arboretum. Bringing plants inside for the winter. Pruning blue spruce. How to get a soil test. Learn more fr...

The Garden sale is on! What is happening to the fruit and nuts on trees this year? How to deal with leaf scab? Fungus on buckthorn? Shrub maintenance. Winterizing the lawn. Preventing pests from damaging your plants. When to prune trees? Getting rid of gnats. Preventing moss. Learn more from Master Gardener Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu

Lilacs are still blooming in September. Tree health. Seasonal hosta care. What time should the lawn be mowed? Recognizing herbicide damage. Apple tree issues. Grooming sumac. When will the maple trees get their fall color? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu

How to handle unwanted plants and weeds with horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu

In today's episode we talked to U of MN Extension Master gardener Teresa Rooney to discuss how to deter emerald ash borers with your trees and garden, manual pollination of your flowers,  properly curating your lawn and also Teresa shares more on the Master Gardener program. For questions and more information visit ext.umn.edu

Lot's to do this time of year Harvest...prep...winterize... Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu

Fall is the most rewarding time for gardeners. Fall fruits and veggies and more. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu

U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe answer your questions live from the Minnesota State Fair. ext.umn.edu

Lilacs around the region are looking pretty bad. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu

This cool weather is great for growing grass...and weeds. What should you do? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu

A variety of gardening and tree care discussion on today’s show! From preventing Japanese beetles, seeding new grass, growing healthy trees - U of MN Extension master gardener Teresa Rooney walks us through various questions from listeners with gardening and tree related questions! Visit ext.umn.edu for more information!   

Lawns typically go dormant this time of the year. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu

Your questions answered by U of MN extension horticulturalists Mary Meyer and Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu

Years of drought and now lots of moisture....your outdoor plants could be under some stress. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu

Is it too late to trim lilacs? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu