Inexpensive row covers
February 6th, 2010
Inexpensive row covers can completely protect your plants from insect pests; but what about letting pollinators in? On this week's You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will reveal how to navigate this delicate dance.
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Question of the Week
Dear Mike: The suggestions from Gardens Alive for squash vine borers, cucumber beetles and Mexican bean beetles include covering the crops with thin agricultural covers. But how can I use these agricultural barriers without blocking pollinators? Thanks! Get the answer »
January 30th, 2010
Shopping for seeds
Can hybrid seeds and plants still be organic? On this week's You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will reveal what to look for as you shop for this season's seeds. Plus: Why is the Philly flower show changing its name?
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January 23rd, 2010
Pretty peonies
Having trouble with your peonies? On this week's You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will reveal what they need to bloom their best and discuss the partnership of peonies and ants. Plus: how fungi can harm and help your plants. Here's more information on Fungi and Plants with Professor Karen Snetselaar at the Wagner Free Institute.
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January 16th, 2010
How to take care of those beautiful orchids
Did you get a beautiful orchid for the holidays? Thinking about one for Valentine's Day? On this week's You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will delve into the care and feeding of these fabulous flowers.
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January 9th, 2010
Slithering snakes
Nothing creeps some folks out more than a little garden snake slithering near their squash. This week on You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will reveal how these little guys eat lots of pests; and how to avoid them if you don't care.
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January 2nd, 2010
How to prevent powdery mildew
One of the most common garden diseases is powdery mildew. This week on You Bet Your Garden, host Mike McGrath will reveal how to prevent it, and also what to do if it shows up anyway.
"CSAs:" Community Supported Agriculture
CSAs are organic farms in which you buy a 'share' for the season and share in that season's weekly harvests. You eat fresh and local, while supporting local sustainable agriculture in your community.
-Here's a list of local CSAs from the Robyn Van En Center
-And a different list from Local Harvest
(Check both to be sure you find all the farms near you.)
For more info about how CSAs work, click here »
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Annapolis Home & Remodeling Expo
Saturday, February 27th
Mike will answer your toughest garden questions live and in person. (Note: The show runs for two weekends, but Mike will only appear on Saturday, February 27)
Winter Lecture Series at Bowman's Hill Wildflower Preserve
Sunday, Feb. 14th:
Flowers and Pollinators
All of the lectures begin at 2 pm. Fee: Members and fulltime students: $8 per lecture; non-members: $10 per. Fee includes admission to the Preserve.
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