Chloe Pleznac

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Garden Talk: Things to consider in your garden after a period of heavy rain

Jul 19, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

With all the rain this past week, fear of landslides and flooding has been at the forefront of many minds in Juneau. But what about the gardens? How does one respond to too much water permeating plant roots and garden beds? Master Gardener Ed Buyarski spoke with KTOO’s Chloe Pleznac about potential problems to look for, which plants may be ready to harvest and even shares his anti-slug elixir (it’s ammonia and water).
Garden Talk: Community and youth gardening opportunities abound in Juneau

Jul 15, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

Joel Bos is a local master gardener who divides his time between his business, working as a naturalist with Discovery Southeast, and serving on the board of directors for Juneau Community Garden. For this week’s Garden Talk, Bos spoke with KTOO’s Chloe Pleznac about outdoor programs for kids — and about how anyone can get involved in community gardening.
Garden Talk: What exactly is a master gardener? And how do I become one?

Jun 28, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

If you’ve listened to Garden Talk before, you’ve heard the term “master gardener.” It’s the title we stick in front of Garden Talk regular Ed Buyarski’s name. This week, KTOO’s Chloe Pleznac decided to finally ask Buyarski just what a master gardener is — and if listeners and readers can become one, too. https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/28GT_MasterGardeners.mp3This transcript has been lightly edited for length and clarity.
Garden Talk: The solstice marks an important milestone in the growing season

Jun 21, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Chloe Pleznac

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Garden Talk: The solstice marks an important milestone in the growing season

Jun 21, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

Yesterday was Summer Solstice. In Alaska, it can feel like a relief to begin losing daylight again — especially for this Morning Edition host, who’s been struggling to get enough sleep. But the solstice also marks an important milestone in the growing season. This week, I spoke with Master Gardener Ed Buyarski about things to consider in your gardens as we head into July.
Garden Talk: Companion planting in Southeast Alaska, with zucchinis

Jun 14, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

Companion planting is a technique gardeners can use to increase their yield, boost soil fertility, and reduce weeds and pests. For this week’s Garden Talk, Joel Bos of Tidal Wood Food and Forage shared his companion planting techniques. https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/14GT_Zuccs.mp3This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity and length. Chloe Pleznac: Let’s talk about companion planting.
Garden Talk: More from Naomi Michalsen on respectful harvesting

Jun 7, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/07GT_RespecHarvest2.mp3As part of a group called the Kayaani Sisters Council, Naomi Michalsen helped develop a free guide for people who want to learn to sustainably and respectfully gather local plants. In May, Michalsen spoke with KTOO’s Chloe Pleznac about respectful harvesting. In last week’s Garden Talk, Michalsen talked about some of the basic principles of respectful harvesting.
Garden Talk: What it means to harvest plants respectfully

May 31, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/31GT_RespecHarvest1.mp3As part of the Kayaani Sisters Council, Naomi Michelson helped develop a free guide for people who want to learn about how to sustainably and respectfully gather local plants. For this week’s Garden Talk, Michelson shared some reflections on the practice of respectful harvesting. “I didn’t really grow up talking about respectful harvesting. We didn’t say, ‘Hey, let’s go out and harvest respectfully!’” she said.
Juneau's Jensen-Olson Arboretum celebrates Public Gardens Day and Primula Day

May 24, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/24GT_Primulas.mp3Green things have been sprouting up all over Juneau in the past month and a half. Along with the warmer weather comes a burst of color and life at the Jensen-Olson Arboretum. Ginger Hudson, the arboretum’s manager, recently spoke with KTOO’s Garden Talk about what the arboretum has planned for Memorial Day weekend. On Saturday, the arboretum will celebrate both National Public Gardens Day and their own Primula Day.
Garden Talk: Jensen-Olson Arboretum previews upcoming events for Alaska Native Plant Month

May 17, 2024 | ktoo.org | Chloe Pleznac

https://media.ktoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/GT-for-May-17.mp3Spring is in bloom at Juneau’s Jensen-Olson Arboretum. Ginger Hudson manages the arboretum, a city-owned garden located out the road just pass the Shrine of St. Therese. She spoke with KTOO’s Garden Talk about spring planting and upcoming events at the arboretum for Alaska Native Plant Month. “In the Lower 48, Native Plant Month is in April,” Hudson said.