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Aug 29, 2024 | 
wdtimes.com | Jill Nadeau
WATERTOWN – The Watertown Chapter of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will host ReBecca Schmidt, Division Manager of Jefferson County’s Aging and Disabilities Resource Center (ADRC), on Sept. 10. Schmidt will present an overview of the vast and extensive resources ADRC can provide to Caregivers, Seniors, and individuals in need of support. This event is designed for people of all ages.
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Aug 10, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
Our bird population is in decline. In the first hour of the show we talk about one way to help our fine feathered friends – creating a landscape where they can flourish. Then at noon we look at the many groundcovers that can replace your turf. You have the ability to impact the lives of thousands of birds.
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Aug 9, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
Our bird population is in decline. In the first hour of the show we talk about one way to help our fine feathered friends – creating a landscape where they can flourish. Then at noon we look at the many groundcovers that can replace your turf. You have the ability to impact the lives of thousands of birds.
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Aug 2, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
We talk with Vijai Pandian about his latest research on growing blueberries. And then we get tips from Chris Hendrickson about how to keep containers looking good all season long. Many have tried and many have failed to grow blueberries in their home garden. We talk with a UW Extension horticulture educator about how to do it successfully. Our annual contains can start to look a little sad at this time of the year.
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Jul 26, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
As we pass the midpoint of our growing season we take a look at what we need to do to keep our gardens looking good with UW Extension education Bruce Spangenberg. And then talk to Melinda Myers about shrub varieties that are easy to grow and maintain. Caring for your garden in the summer is different from caring for your spring garden. We talk with a UW Extension educator about what you should be doing as the season starts to wind down.
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Jul 19, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
We talk with Diana Alfuth about disposing of diseased plants. And then at 12:30 we look at how to design and care for a rock garden. Finding and identifying plant diseases in your garden is the first step – but what do you do with the plant debris you remove? We talk with an expert about your options. Rock gardens can be an interesting addition to your landscape. Site preparation and plant selection are important for its success.
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Jun 29, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
Now is the time to be on the lookout for insects and diseases in your garden. Gardening gurus Lisa Johnson and Brian Hudelson are back to answer your questions. And then at 12:30 we focus on roses and the American Rose Trials for Sustainability program. It’s hard to protect your garden from insects and diseases if you don’t know what you’re dealing with. We talk with two experts about how to ID, prevent and deal with garden nuisances.
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Jun 28, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
Now is the time to be on the lookout for insects and diseases in your garden. Gardening gurus Lisa Johnson and Brian Hudelson are back to answer your questions. And then at 12:30 we focus on roses and the American Rose Trials for Sustainability program. It’s hard to protect your garden from insects and diseases if you don’t know what you’re dealing with. We talk with two experts about how to ID, prevent and deal with garden nuisances.
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Jun 22, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
It’s pollinator week and to celebrate we talk about gardening for butterflies, bees and other pollinators with two guests from Johnson’s Nursery. And then at 12:30 we learn about the latest trends in vegetable production and consumption. We talk about selecting native plants that will attract pollinators to your garden. Our guests are Carrie Hennessy and Ben French from Johnson’s Nursery in Menomonee Falls.
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Jun 21, 2024 | 
wpr.org | Jill Nadeau
It’s pollinator week and to celebrate we talk about gardening for butterflies, bees and other pollinators with two guests from Johnson’s Nursery. And then at 12:30 we learn about the latest trends in vegetable production and consumption. We talk about selecting native plants that will attract pollinators to your garden. Our guests are Carrie Hennessy and Ben French from Johnson’s Nursery in Menomonee Falls.
