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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Right now we’re anticipating the rich yellows, oranges and reds of fall, but it’s also time to start thinking about the pinks, purples and whites of spring. ISU horticulture expert Randall Vos gives you all the advice you need for planning and planting spring blooming bulbs.

Guests:

  • Randall Vos, fruit crop specialist, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
  • Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist, Iowa State University
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.