Time to transition to fall; Emerald ash borer update

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Heard On Garden Talk
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Gardening expert Patti Nagai is back to explain why she believes fall is the best time to garden. And then DNR Forest Health Specialist Paul Cigan joins us to talk about the devastation caused by the emerald ash borer.

Featured in this Episode

  • How to go from summer to fall in your garden

    The end of the gardening season is a great time to plant vegetables and perennials. We also talk about how to prepare for the cold and snow of winter.

  • Ash borer now in all counties of Wisconsin

    Emerald ash borer (EAB) is an invasive, wood-boring beetle that kills ash trees. It’s been in Wisconsin since 2088 resulting in millions of dollars spent for tree removal and replacement. We talk with a DNR Forest Health Specialist and get updates on what’s next in combating this invasive species.

Episode Credits

  • Larry Meiller Host
  • Patti Nagai Guest
  • Paul Cigan Guest
  • Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
  • Jeff Robbins Technical Director

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