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The basics of bare root seedlings

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

When you plant a tree, there are all kinds of things you can do to give that tree the best possible chance of thriving. When you plant 50 or more little bare root seedlings, the calculations and care are different.

DNR Forester Mark Vitosh talks about how to successfully establish conservation plantings with bare root seedlings. Then ISU horticulturist Aaron Steil joins the conversation to answer spring planting questions.

Guests:

  • Mark Vitosh, forester, Iowa Department of Natural Resources
  • Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture extension 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.
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.