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Discover alternative berries to plant in your garden

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

You're in for a berry special treat for this Horticulture Day edition of Talk of Iowa.

Happy Hort Day!

On this episode ofTalk of Iowa, ISU fruit crops specialist Suzanne Slack shines a spotlight on the varieties of alternative berries that Iowans can grow in their garden, including high bush cranberry, honey berry, and saskatoon.

Later in the episode Slack and ISU horticulturist Aaron Steil answer listeners' questions on cultivating these super fruits and other flora.

Guests:

  • Suzanne Slack, assistant professor of horticulture, Iowa State University
  • Aaron Steil, Iowa State University Extension horticulturist
Aaron Steil is a Consumer Horticulture Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Aaron contributes his expertise to the Garden Variety podcast and newsletter and to Talk of Iowa's Horticulture Day program.
Tony Sarabia is IPR's Midday host. He holds an Honorary Doctorate of Arts from Columbia College in Chicago. Since 2022, Sarabia has helped IPR's listening audience through their day with reporting updates, weather and other noteworthy information.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.