Making It Grow Minutes

The preferred diet of cattle egrets 14.09.2024 1:00 ↓

Although cattle egrets are in the same genus as herons, they have a much different diet than their fish-eating relatives.

Cattle egret nests 13.09.2024 1:00 ↓

Where do cattle egrets build their nests? Host Amanda McNulty points the way on this episode of Making it Grow.

Favorite foods of the cattle egret 12.09.2024 1:00 ↓

What and where do cattle egrets like to eat? Host Amanda McNulty of "Making It Grow" explains that some of these birds have very exotic dinner guests at their table.

How to identify cattle egrets 11.09.2024 1:00 ↓

Are you familiar with cattle egrets? Host Amanda McNulty explains how to identify them on this episode of "Making It Grow."

The origin of cattle egrets 09.09.2024 1:00 ↓

Cattle egrets are fairly new to the U.S. Host Amanda McNulty explains how and when they arrived in our country.

The rewards of home canning 24.08.2024 1:00 ↓

Interested in canning your own foods but don't know where to begin? Amanda McNulty shares a helpful starting point.

How to check your canning and freezing equipment for accuracy 23.08.2024 1:00 ↓

With the renewed interest in home gardening comes a renewed interest in canning. Is your equipment properly calibrated?

Is your family recipe for canning foods safe? 22.08.2024 1:00 ↓

If you have a family recipe for canning foods, Amanda McNulty shares some resources to ensure your process is safe.

Turning your garden bounty into pickles and chutneys 21.08.2024 1:00 ↓

Looking for new ways to preserve your garden's offerings? Host Amanda McNulty shares her favorite ways to can and a great resource for more delicious recipes.

Safe canning 19.08.2024 1:00 ↓

Some family recipes have outdated canning procedures. Host Amanda McNulty offers a helpful resource to update your process to ensure health and safety at the dinner table.

Controlling carpenter bees 27.07.2024 1:00 ↓

If you have carpenter bees boring into wooden areas of your house, here are some tips.

Sipping 'the forbidden nectar of knowledge' 26.07.2024 1:00 ↓

Carpenter bees can't sip from the inside of a flower. Amanda McNulty explains their workaround and its effect on cross-pollination.

The solitary life of the carpenter bee 25.07.2024 1:00 ↓

Can you tell the difference between a carpenter bee and a bumble bee? Amanda McNulty teaches you how.

Hanging pictures and painting pews 24.07.2024 1:00 ↓

While Amanda McNulty decorates the inside of her home, carpenter bees are also decorating just outside her front door.

Carpenter bees take a seat on Amanda McNulty's porch 22.07.2024 1:00 ↓

Male carpenter bees put on a good show, but there's no need to fear. Here's why.

The importance of using native plants 22.06.2024 1:00 ↓

You and what you grow in your yard, patio, or balcony are Nature’s best hope.

Corn OFF the cob 21.06.2024 1:00 ↓

Preparing corn off the cob is a labor of love, but well worth the effort, according to host Amanda McNulty of "Making It Grow"

The multicultural flavors of corn on the cob 20.06.2024 1:00 ↓

While in Los Angeles, host Amanda McNulty of "Making It Grow" experiences a conversion regarding grilled corn on the cob

Sweet Corn 19.06.2024 1:00 ↓

From Silver Queen to even sweeter varieties, corn's optimal flavor is best when prepared this way...

Preparing the perfect cob of corn 17.06.2024 1:00 ↓

How do you like your corn on the cob? Host Amanda McNulty of "Making It Grow" shares her favorite way to prepare this tasty summertime treat

A brief history of California's Cottonwood Spring Oasis 18.05.2024 1:00 ↓

Host Amanda McNulty visits Joshua Tree National Park, home of the Cottonwood Spring Oasis

Look before you plant 17.05.2024 1:00 ↓

The eastern cottonwood is illegal to plant in some places.

Large amounts of water quench the fastest-growing native tree in North America 16.05.2024 1:00 ↓

Cottonwoods are found in places where there is plenty of water.

How does the eastern cottonwood "sing"? 15.05.2024 1:00 ↓

The leaves on eastern cottonwood are known for making "the lullaby of the prairies."

Where to find the cottonwood trees Debbie Reynolds sang of in the movie "Tammy and the Bachelor" 13.05.2024 1:00 ↓

Cottonwoods are usually found in nature growing by water sources or in wetlands.