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Garden Talk

Join host Larry Meiller as he discusses gardening topics with his guests.

Schedule

WPR News, Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Saturdays, 5 a.m. to 7 a.m.

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Latest Episodes

  • Spring chores and growing pawpaws

    Lots to do in the garden in the spring! UW Extension Outreach Specialist Bruce Spangenberg is back to help you with your questions. In the last half hour of the show we take a look at Wisconsin’s Pawpaw Project.

    Spring chores and growing pawpaws
  • Pocket parks, pruning and planting

    We look at how to bring in more pollinators to your garden and community. Then we switch to advice on spring pruning and planting.

    Pocket parks, pruning and planting
  • Growing berries and starting seeds

    We talk with Vijai Pandian about growing berries in your garden. And then we get tips from Diana Alfuth about how to start your seeds early.

    Growing berries and starting seeds
  • Prairie gardens and unique seeds

    Two regulars are back on Garden Talk. Consulting ecologist Neil Diboll of Prairie Nursery talks about getting everything ready for your native garden. Seed entrepreneur Jere Gettle is back with highlights from this year’s Baker Seed catalogue.

    Prairie gardens and unique seeds
  • Using water wisely; Adding a water feature

    Gardening expert Melinda Myers joins us to talk about how to make sure your garden gets the right amount of moisture. And then we talk about adding water features to your landscape with an expert from Aquatica.

    Using water wisely; Adding a water feature

Meet The Staff

Jill Nadeau

Producer

Lee Rayburn

Technical Director

Jeff Robbins

Technical Director