KMSU Gardening With Barb And Karen

June 21, 2024 The rain just keeps falling and the ground is saturated with flooding. How does this impact our gardens? Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright discuss.

May 31, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about gardening smarter, not harder.

April 12, 2024 April is here, the soil is warming up and we can finally plant some things outside. But not everything according to Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright.

April 5, 2024 The soil temp is warming up - it's 38 degrees What does that mean for planting outside? Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about that as well as the upcoming Spring Alive! event, and more gardening tips for you.

March 29, 2024 What seeds to plant now, how to keep cats out of the garden, upcoming garden events and more with Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright.

April 1, 2024 When can i start planting in my Garden? Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright say it's okay to start your "cool weather" crops soon and give  other planting advice.

April 8, 2024 Time to plant your peas in the garden! Master Gardeners Karen Wright and Barb Lamson share their favorite peas to grow.

April 8, 2024 It's getting close to potato planting time. Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright share memories of planting this staple crop.

April 22, 2024 Why is it so important to keep records about our gardens? Master Gardeners Karen Wright and Barb Lamson explain.

March 22, 2024 - Spring has finally arrived. But don't get out too early in the garden. There are still things you can do inside. And what about the snowfall we finally got? Barb and Karen talk about these things and more.

March 8, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright talk about Seed Trials conducted by the University of Minnesota Master Gardeners and how they can help you select the best plants to grow in your garden. Plus more garden talk...

March 4, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about pruning trees and shrubs. It's time!

March 11, 2024 What is the difference between a hardy and a non-hardy plant? Why is it important for gardeners to know this? Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright tell you why.

March 18, 2024 March is the time to start many seeds indoors for the plants to be ready for harvest in our short growing season. Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about how to successfully start seeds and which ones to start now.

March 25, 2024 If the lawn or your gardens are wet, KEEP OUT! Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright tell you why this is so important.

Feb. 16, 2024 Spring is just 31 days away. That's an exciting word for Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright. But there are some things you will need to sit on your hands and just wait a bit more to do!

Feb. 2, 2024 The weather has been wacky this winter with excessively warm temperatures and little to no snow. What does this mean for our plants? Master Gardeners Karen Wright and Barb Lamson discuss this dilemma and more.

Jan. 26, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright had a lengthy discussion about seed catalogs and the importance of reading the fine print about a company's warranty. We were surprised at what we read! We discussed other garden topics as well.

Feb. 26, 2024 Succulents and cacti are becoming more and more popular and are a great and easy houseplant. Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about growing these amazing plants.

Feb. 19, 2024 Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright talk about the five most common indoor plant pests and what to do about it.

Feb. 14, 2023 What is a good gift to get your valentine? There's the old "tried and true" red roses. But Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright suggest thinking beyond a one-and-done plant gift.

Feb. 6, 2024 What is the fastest way to kill a houseplant. Master Gardener Karen Wright and Barb Lamson talk about what to do and what NOT to do for thriving house plants.

January 12, 2024 It may be winter, but there are still things to talk about regarding gardening. Tune in with Master Gardeners Barb Lamson and Karen Wright.

January 5, 2024 Climate Change is impacting our garden zones. Master Gardener Barb Lamson recently returned from Georgia where zones have also change and she and Karen discussed how it is impacting the entire nation, including us in Minnesota!

January 29, 2024  One of the few perennial vegetables we grow in Minnesota - Asparagus! Growing tips from Master Gardeners Barb Lamson & Karen Wright