Friday April 19, 2024
Container Potting Mixes
If you’re heading to the garden center for some potting mix, beware that not all mixes are created the same. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Horticulture Professor of Practice Stacy Adams says you’ll want to check the ingredients to make sure the soil meets the needs of your plants.MP3
https://ruralprosperityne.unl.edu/connecting-entrepreneurial-communities-2024-sidney
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Wednesday April 17, 2024
Home Landscape Water Tips
Everyone who has a home landscape knows you need to keep your plants well-watered. But how much water is enough and how much is too little? University of Nebraska – Lincoln Director of Landscape Services Jeff Culbertson gives us some tips on home irrigation.MP3
https://youtu.be/7Zjuqzn9PTs
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Monday April 15, 2024
Spring Turf Tips
A lack of moisture last fall has left many lawns brown this spring. University of Nebraska – Lincoln Turfgrass Research Manager Matt Sousek offers some good tips to green up your lawn.MP3
https://youtu.be/psxLXfvHUb0
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Thursday April 11, 2024
Backyard Farmer Begins its 72nd Season
It’s springtime and that means the popular gardening program Backyard Farmer is back on the air. For over 70 years the Extension horticulture program has been answering viewer questions. Nebraska Extension Landscape Horticulture Specialist and Program host Kim Todd talks about what’s new for this growing season.MP3
https://www.facebook.com/backyardfarmernebraska
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Thursday March 28, 2024
2024 Backyard Farmer Garden
A popular destination on UNL’s East Campus is the Backyard Farmer Garden. Nebraska Extension Educator Terri James says there’s always plants in bloom and it has a large selection of vegetables to check out and perhaps try in your own home garden.MP3
https://www.facebook.com/backyardfarmernebraska
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Monday March 18, 2024
Climate Resilient Landscapes
Weird weather in Nebraska isn’t something out of the ordinary. Having a home landscape that can withstand some of our wild swings in temperature and precipitation will mean a lot less management problems. UNL Director for Landscape Services Jeff Culbertson talks about a climate resilient landscape. MP3
https://youtu.be/1OkW4vogDhc
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Friday March 1, 2024
Spring Mower Maintenance
As we move into warmer weather in the state, many homeowner’s attention will turn to their lawn. Your lawn mower has been sitting for months and may need some tinkering in order to get it started and ready for the season. Nebraska Extension Educator John Fech offers a few tips to getting your mower started for the first time. MP3
https://youtu.be/LLh-WFWeh3I
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Tuesday February 27, 2024
African Violet Selection and Basic Care
Colorful houseplants and flowers can brighten up any home during the winter months. Nebraska Extension Associate Educator Scott Evans talks about selections of African Violets and how to care for them. MP3
https://youtu.be/__9IQEE2Y_s
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Monday February 26, 2024
Underground Irrigation Testing and Adjustment
If you have an underground sprinkler system installed in your lawn, you might need to take a few moments to do some testing this spring to make sure the system is running efficiently. Nebraska Extension Educators John Fech and Ian Peterson discus how to properly test and adjust your system. MP3
https://youtu.be/Nnl8pS783Gw
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Thursday January 25, 2024
Read The Label
Garden center pesticides and fungicides can be helpful to control insects, weeds, and diseases next spring in your home landscape. Nebraska Extension Educator Sarah Browning says to ensure the best results, gardeners should always read the label for amounts and application techniques.MP3
https://youtu.be/kfWelaB-cmc
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Friday January 5, 2023
Safe Winter Storage of Yard and Garden Chemicals
it’s important to store pesticide products properly to prevent contamination and maintain product effectiveness for next year. Nebraska Extension Educator John Fech talks about what you need to do to store your home pesticides products safely for the winter.MP3
https://youtu.be/LhFPxWtnVjk
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Monday December 25, 2023
Houseplant Care
Houseplants are an integral part of indoor decor throughout the year. Nebraska Extension Associate Educator Scott Evans talks about several things that will help your houseplants thrive in the winter.MP3
https://youtu.be/tdimWvKqC04
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Thursday December 21, 2023
Preventing Sunscald
Fall planted trees may need some extra production during harsh winter conditions. Nebraska Extension Associate Educator Scott Evans talks about preventing sunscald a condition that can crack and damage the thin bark of trees.MP3
https://youtu.be/hJZa9TXuEX0
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Wednesday December 13, 2023
Holiday Plant Selections
Poinsettias, flowering cactus, and amaryllis add festive cheer to any home. Nebraska Extension Associate Educator Scott Evans talks about these popular plants and how to keep them blooming throughout the holiday season.MP3
https://youtu.be/zuOZSBO0rdw
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Monday December 11, 2023
USDA Plant Hardiness Map Update
Changes in the USDA plant hardiness zones have shown the state is getting a little warmer. Nebraska Extension Landscape Horticulture Specialist Kim Todd talks about how changes in the hardiness zones affect home gardeners in Nebraska.MP3
https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/