WCCO's Smart Gardens

It is Maple Fest at The Arboretum and they are doing a lot of tree tapping and syrup tasting. Controlling thistle. Getting rid of fungus gnats. Is it time to remove the mulch off of vegetable gardens?...

What type of turf has the deepest roots? What is the best grass seed for Minnesota lawns? How to best propagate ginger? Trimming ornamental grasses. Fixing a lumpy lawn. When to use your sprinkler sys...

Recovering plants after damage caused by rabbits. It's time to tap maple trees. Deer doing damage in the yard. How to get an Easter Cactus to bloom? The time to prune trees is running out. What is a f...

This morning there is a warmer temperature but Laura Irish Hanson, U of MN Extension horticulturalist joins to tell everyone - “hold off”, she explains why! We also dive into microgreens, buckthorn er...

This snow cover will be a big benefit for lawns. How long can grass seed last with proper storage? Putting Amaryllis plants into dormancy. Repotting a spider plant. Removing crownvetch from the yard. ...

How this snow can help outdoor plants. Gardening classes are available for you. How much can you trim a burning bush? Properly planting baptisia flowers. What is hybrid vigor? Dormant grass seed start...

Transferring Norfolk pine trees and what fertilizer to use for it. Growing edible perennials. Capturing rain water. Why soft water is not good for house plants. Is water collected from the roof okay t...

Fertilizing house plants. What to do if you want to reuse soil. How long do we have left to dormant seed? Treating apple scab. Planting a poinsettia outside. Growing yellow wax beans. Controlling catt...

What this stretch of freezing cold weather and lack of snow could do to lawns and gardens. Pruning oak trees. Trimming maple trees before spring. Is there a temperature that kills plant pests? Garden ...

Garden resolutions for the new year. Building a raised bed garden. Growing an espalier fruit tree.Consider letting the lawn and garden grow to welcome animals and pollinators. Which fertilizer to use ...

How this cold weather is impacting our lawns and gardens. How to protect your plants from frost. Pruning apple trees. Why does Minnesota produce great apples? The best breeds of apples for eating and ...

How this December rain and these mild temperatures could have an impact on the lawn. Propagating passion flowers. Caring for Meyer Lemon Trees. Growing a rubber plant. Keeping a Christmas Cactus alive...

What can gardeners do in the winter? Garden gift ideas for the holidays. Amaryllis bulbs can make the perfect present and how to maintain them. Why a clematis may not be blooming. How to get a Christm...

Poinsettia advice. Dormant seeding with some snow on the ground. Should we worry about critters in the winter? Difference between moles and voles. Is it time to trim trees? Controlling the bloom on yo...

How snow can help soil. Tips for growing herbs indoors. Finding fungus gnats in your plants. Christmas cactus care. There is a lot happening at the arboretum even in the winter time and they have grea...

It's a perfect time to dormant seed. Caring for a Christmas cactus.Good plants to give as gifts this holiday season. A good low maintenance plant for the home. Tips for drying flowers. What it takes t...

Preserving flowers. Saving tulip bulbs until they are ready to plant. Caring for succulents. When brussels sprouts grow best. Where to keep plants in your house in the winter. Wrapping plants. Is it t...

What plants need the most water right now. Confused lilacs. Getting rid of bugs in plants that are brought inside.. Controlling wild raspberry bushes. Trimming asparagus. Thinking about fertilizing th...

The warm weather is extending the gardening season. When it's okay to let the leaves be on the lawn through the winter. It is time to dormant seed. Pruning perennials. Is it time to fertilize the lawn...

Protecting your plants as winter arrives. Caring for plants that were brought indoors. Venus fly trap tips. When to lay topsoil or mulch. What to do with hostas as winter comes. Getting ahead of dande...

Minnesota saw some rain this week but is it enough for your garden? How long can we water our plants before winter? Why elms are a good tree to plant in Minnesota. Winterizing roses. Is it too late to...

When to plant Garlic. The Lawns are in need of water. Identifying weeds. Getting rid of moles. Finding a good arborist. Is it too late to fertilize the lawn? Collecting seeds from your plants.The stra...

Taking care of your plants as a stretch of dry weather continues. Managing thistle in your yard. When it's a good time to trim trees. How much water a tree needs. Identifying buckthorn and how to get ...

The Garden sale is on! What is happening to the fruit and nuts on trees this year? How to deal with leaf scab? Fungus on buckthorn? Shrub maintenance. Winterizing the lawn. Preventing pests from damag...

Lilacs are still blooming in September. Tree health. Seasonal hosta care. What time should the lawn be mowed? Recognizing herbicide damage. Apple tree issues. Grooming sumac. When will the maple trees...

How to handle unwanted plants and weeds with horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu...

In today's episode we talked to U of MN Extension Master gardener Teresa Rooney to discuss how to deter emerald ash borers with your trees and garden, manual pollination of your flowers,  properly cur...

Lot's to do this time of year Harvest...prep...winterize... Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu...

Fall is the most rewarding time for gardeners. Fall fruits and veggies and more. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu...

U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and Dr. Jon Trappe answer your questions live from the Minnesota State Fair. ext.umn.edu...

Lilacs around the region are looking pretty bad. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

This cool weather is great for growing grass...and weeds. What should you do? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu...

A variety of gardening and tree care discussion on today’s show! From preventing Japanese beetles, seeding new grass, growing healthy trees - U of MN Extension master gardener Teresa Rooney walks us t...

Lawns typically go dormant this time of the year. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

Your questions answered by U of MN extension horticulturalists Mary Meyer and Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu...

Years of drought and now lots of moisture....your outdoor plants could be under some stress. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu...

Is it too late to trim lilacs? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

  Wet weather brings the powdery mildew. Is it harmful? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu...

Keeping up will all to do this time of year is a challenge. That's the joys of the gardener. Your questions answered by U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu...

After spring plants bloom, when is it safe to move them?Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

Should I mulch my lawn clippings or bag and compost? Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and turf expert Dr. Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu...

Your gardening questions answered by U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

Early spring...it's warm enough to start those outside plants. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu...

Your gardening questions answered by U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

A beautiful spring weekend and all your gardening questions answered by U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

More turf talk with Dr. Jon Trappe and gardening tips from U of MN extension Horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn. ext.umn.edu...

Your question answered by U of MN extension horticulturalist Julie Weisenhorn and turf expert Jon Trappe. ext.umn.edu...

Spring transplanting can start with rain and warm wx in the forecast. Learn ore from U of MN extension horticulturalist Mary Meyer. ext.umn.edu...

You want to rake, fertilize, and weed and feed. Is it the right time. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney. ext.umn.edu...

Do it right when starting vegetables from seed. Learn more from U of MN extension horticulturalist Teresa Rooney, ext.umn.edu...