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Shrubs of summer

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Hydrangea, button bush, and many other shrubs are in bloom this summer.

Spring is a riot of blossoms and fall brings with it beautiful changes in color, but in the midst of summer there can be a bit of a lull - unless you’ve planned ahead.

On this Horticulture Day episode of Talk of Iowa, Jeff Iles of Iowa State University shares what shrubs are in full bloom during the summer season. Later in the hour, ISU Extension horticulturist Aaron Steil and Iles answer listener questions.

Guests:

  • Jeff Iles, professor of horticulture, Iowa State University
  • Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist, Iowa State University
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Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. 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 bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
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.
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.