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Garden Variety, hosted by Charity Nebbe
Garden Variety

Don't leaf me hanging

By Charity Nebbe,
Dani Gehr
Published November 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM CST
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Garden Variety, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Oaks are a keystone species that provide habitat for many different species of wildlife. Iowa’s oaks are facing significant challenges, but they are still worth planting. Host Charity Nebbe speaks with Iowa Department of Natural Resources District Forester Mark Vitosh about fostering healthy oak trees.

Guests:

  • Mark Vitosh, district forester, Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Garden Variety
Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
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Dani Gehr
Dani Gehr is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University. Since 2022, Gehr has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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