Archived Shows
October 2002

10/5/02
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Mike takes a tour through the phenomenal gardens of Dr. Jim Duke. Duke is a retired USDA botanist and his medicinal plant gardens are known around the world as "Mother Nature's Pharmacy." During their tour of the garden, Mike and Dr. Jim Duke visit plants and herbs that help prevent or even reverse ailments associated with aging. Dr. Duke explains how red clover eases the effects of menopause, and why horsemint could be effective in the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease. We'll also answer lots of listener questions, and find out about a robot that kills slugs!

10/12/02
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Columbus Day is fast approaching and that means it's time to plant your garlic! Mike has advice on picking out planting garlic and he'll go over all the instructions on getting the cloves into the ground. We'll also find out what gardeners can do to keep kitties out of their carrots and to address feral cat issues in their neighborhood.

10/19/02
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Many gardeners believe that black walnut trees prevent the growth of all other plants around them - but that's not true! Mike McGrath will name the garden favorites that thrive near the trees, and reveal the truth about using black walnut leaves for mulch and compost making. We'll also deliver the really long-range forecast for next summer's gardening season.

10/26/02
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During this scary Halloween Special, Mike McGrath, also known as Count Compost, reveals the secret to successful gardening - it involves life, death, and possibly picking through your neighbor's trash. Well, actually, it's just about collecting and shredding Fall leaves for compost and summer mulch... We'll also hear a frightening gardening story, and answer lots of listener calls.