Gardening

This "Hort Day" edition of the show talks about the Poinsettia, its history and how to care for the plants through the holiday season.

As the use of cover crops continues to increase on local farms, home gardeners may be interested in trying the practice in their very own backyard.

Right now we’re anticipating the rich yellows, oranges and reds of fall, but it’s also time to start thinking about the vibrant colors of spring. On this edition of Talk of Iowa, Charity Nebbe and the "hort gang" talk about planning for and planting spring blooming bulbs.

Mother Nature can be pretty inconsistent in her watering strategy, so sometimes she needs a little help.

Roses are a great way to bring color and drama to your garden. Whatever beautiful species of rose is your favorite, Aaron Steil, assistant director of…

Gardening isn’t limited to sprawling backyards and hand-built raised beds. With just a few buckets, pails or pots you can transform even the smallest…

The growing season hasn’t begun, but with beautiful weather ahead this weekend a lot of gardeners are itching to get their hands dirty.Talk of Iowa host…

The days are starting to lengthen, and gardeners are itching to do something to get ready for the growing season. So, why not start some seeds…

Planting pollinator-friendly habitats is popular right now, but some Iowans go even further and become backyard beekeepers. Now it’s easier than ever to…

On this Hort Day edition of Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe talks with Aaron Steil of Reiman Gardens in Ames about how you can get the most out of your…