Archived Shows
March 2003

3/1/03
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We'll hear a fascinating story about plants as guardian angels, Mike McGrath will design a lovely balcony garden and stop a listener from throwing trash in his yard thinking he is composting! Finally, we'll find out if there is really such a thing as a "low acid" tomato. Mike will help a listener with a liking for love apples and a tender tummy find some varieties whose taste doesn't depend on tartness!

3/8/03
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Host Mike McGrath will talk about the sultriest of summer fruits - melons! His guest is Amy Goldman, author of "Melons for the Passionate Grower." They'll talk about the tastiest heirloom varieties and best growing conditions. Later on, Mike will reveal everything that went wrong with your tomatoes last season. Whether your love apples suffered from wilt or rot, we'll make sure it won't happen again this year!

3/15/03
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Can't wait to see some bloom and Spring green after this long winter? We'll find out how you can fill your house with flowers for very little money. Mike McGrath's guest is Katherine Whiteside, author of "Forcing Etc." She will explain the art of getting bulbs and branches to bloom indoors at your command. Plus, don't be limited by nursery choices! Mike will help you grow exactly what you want with his tips for super-successful seed starting!

3/22/03
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Wondering if your garden soil is healthy and nutritious, or dead and deficient? Worried that it might contain lead or other nasty things? Mike McGrath will tell you how to get that dirt diagnosed for nutrients and contaminants at a bargain price!

3/29/03
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Insect-eating frogs and toads breed in wet areas in the Spring. But so do disease-carrying mosquitoes! Mike McGrath will tell you how to protect the pest-eaters while getting rid of the blood suckers! We'll also hear from the Queen of Seeds, Renee Shepherd of Shepherd's Seeds and Renee's Garden. Renee will discuss her favorite plants for the coming season.