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Look on the bright seed this spring

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

When it’s freezing cold outside it’s the perfect time to sit inside, flip through the pages of a seed catalog and dream of spring. On this Horticulture Day, host Charity Nebbe is joined by Iowa State University Extension Horticulture Specialist Dan Fillius to hear about the new vegetable varieties he's excited to plant in 2025.

Later in the hour, Aaron Steil joins the program to help answer listener questions.

Guests;

  • Dan Fillius, Iowa State University Extension horticulture specialist
  • Aaron Steil, Iowa State University Extension horticulture specialist
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Talk of Iowa Hort DayHorticultureGardening
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.
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.