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December 30, 2006 Happy New Year's Eve

Episode 13: Gardener's New Year's Resolutions

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Happy New Year!

December 30, 2006 Happy New Year's Eve

Gardener's New Year's Resolutions

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Happy New Year!

Episode 12: Interview with Santa Claus; Let it Snow!

Jane Nugent's Garden Talk is hear every Saturday afternoon 1:30pm till 3pm eastern time on AM NEWSTALK 1360 radio Live from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA or on www.TALKSHOE.com any time!

Let it snow, but don't get snowed under: Yes, the weather outside can be frightful, but the fire is so delightful, especially if you are reading the current crop of gardening catalogues....

Garden Catalogs: The cold, gray days of winter can be hard on the mind, body and spirit. Fortunately, there are effective ways to beat the winter blues. Gardeners can get a complete list...

Green Holiday Decorating: In colonial times, houses were decorated with nature's bounty, from garlands made of pine boughs to hemlock cones and the dark green glossy leaves and red...

Basal Rot of Prickly Pear: Basal rot of prickly pear cactus and other cacti species usually develops near the soil line. Symptoms may include a discoloration of tissue, a water-soaked...

The term Xeriscape: The term Xeriscaping was developed and trademarked by the city of Denver, Colorado's water department, Denver Water. The word xeriscape is derived...

Butternut Blight: Butternut blight affects butternut trees, also called white walnut trees learn about the disease and do something about it...

Rain Barrels: Whether it's made from a recycled food grade plastic barrel, a do it yourself model made from a trash bin, or a refurbished wooden wine or whiskey barrel, a rain....

Leaf Shredders: For those of you wondering what to do with the huge pile of heaves that has been accumulating in the yard, a leaf shredder might be one....

Tips for Preparing a Planting Bed - Landscaping 101: You maybe preparing beds for landscaping around your home or preparing a bed where you plan on ....

Bright Berries: Late fall and early winter is or course, the time when we are overwhelmed with the beautiful stark beauty of nature. Our fields were once washed in....

Selecting garden gloves: It may seem odd to spend time discussing gloves, but then again gardeners can was on for hours on the nuances of making compost...

The origins of plants in holiday traditions: Evergreen trees, poinsettias and holly, plants are an important part of many winter traditions. Sometimes origins of the....

Fun facts about Christmas trees: As people are hustling qnd bustling through the holly day season, probably few take a moment to marvel over the history...

Maintaining attractive houseplants: Maintaining attractive houseplants during winter months can be a challenge. Homes are often too dry and too hot to....

Winter's "fowl" weather winging its way into Pennsylvania: As temperatures dip a variety of waterfowl begin winging their way back. Incredibly, they have no truble...

Wood Heating Savvy: Heating a home with wood makes sense on a standard heating unit basis, wood is always less expensive than...

Breaking through the seeds: Wheather they feed in the wild or at a backyard feeder birds often have to break through the hard shell of a seed before they can...

Balsam fir: Balsam fir is a small to medium evergreen tree that grows between 40 to 90 feet tall. With its aromatic needles and narrow...

"Panning" for pomegrannate seeds: Pomegrannate seeds add a festive touch to holiday salads, desserts and even drinks. But extracting the ruby-red seeds from the fruit can...

Winter cooking showcases nuts: These versatil ingredients add flavor and texture to dishes savory and sweets. The holidays and winter months are here, so...

Compost tumblers: If you wnat to make your own high quality compost all year long, try a compost tumbler. Compact and efficient, compost....

Trees and global warming: According to some ecologists, plantting trees to save the planet is pointless. In fact, it may actually contribute to the...

Herbs in winter: One of life's small pleasures is cooking with fresh herbs and despite living in the far north in not so sunny climate I'm lucky enough to have...

You can get the entire program either email or hard copy for $20 at http://www.janenugent.com/ or write Jane Nugent/WPTT radio suite 3rd floor 900 Parrish Street Pittsburgh, PA 15220 USA

January Gardening Newsletter is available by subscription or by month.

Special Guest:2:45pm eastern time: Interview with Santa Claus

Episode 11 December 16, 2006 Keeping Rosemary Happy This Winter

1. 'Tis the season---We all want the old-fashioned kind of Christmas....
2. Keeping Christmas fresh green alive---Fantasy:Deck the halls with...
3. Choosing the right evergreens to use indoors and out---Garlands....
4. Live evergreen preparation---The best way to ensure that greenery...
5. Oh Christmas Tree: Tips to keep yours alive through the holidays...
6. How to clean up during and after the holidays---'Tis the season of...
7. Holiday green shopping, decorating and entertaining---For holiday...
8. Deck the Halls with boughs of Holly---If you will be among the many...
9. Winterizing the garden---Water evergreens thoroughly before the...
10. Know Snow---"Flurries" means that snow will fall for short durations...
11. Bug of the week---Chestnuts roasting on an open fire are not the only....
12. Begin rabbit protection---rabbits may begin to nibble on newly...
13. Poinsettia care---Mondern poinsettia varieties stay attractive for...
14. Fruit plants and chilling---Fruit plants adapted to temperate zones...
15. Winterizing strawberry plants---Winter can be a difficult time for...
16. Soil test and plant growth---Though soil tests are very useful for...
17. Water landscape plants before the ground freezes---To protect...
18. Amaryllis culture---The amaryllisis a tender bulb that is ready to...
19. Mouse damage to fruit trees/plants---Be on the lookout for mouse...
20. Care of gift fruit baskets---A holiday tradition is to give gifts of...
21. Tucking your lawnmower in for the winter---If you are done mowing...
22. Not so merry exotic barberry---As its name implies, Japanese...
23. Pepper: Beyond basic black---Pepper is the ever-present...
24. Bayberry---Bayberry is a deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub...

Hard copy is available for a small fee just drop me a note at Jane Nugent's Garden Talk c/0 AM NEWSTALK 1360 3rd floor 900 Parrish Street Pittsburgh, PA 15220 US. Indicate date or episode at www.JaneNugent.com; Listen live on Saturday afternoons 1:30pm till 3pm eastern time or anytime on www.TalkShoe.com for the biggest garden party in Pennsylvania.

November 25, 2006 Picking the Perfect Christmas Tree

Appreciation Letter for the Ohio River Watershed Celebration;
Selecting and caring for live Christmas Tree;
The Christmas Tree-traditions;
Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas;
Decorating with Garland;
Wreaths are more than just decorations;
Ways to get kids to make room for Christmas;
It's not too early to think about Christmas trees;
Beware of tree care myths;
White House Chistmas tree 2006;
Christmas tree facts;
Christmas Tree Choices;
Holiday safety facts;
Famous real Christmas trees;
History of Christmas trees;
Now is the time to prepare the Poinsettias and Amaryllis for flowering again this winter;
What to look for outside fur, flowers and feathers;
Squirrels-How to keep them out of your bird feeders;
Hyrids-How are hybrid and open-pollinated vegetables different?;
Power Lawn Mower Care;
End of November Gardening Tips;
Regal Rex Begonias-Leaves pretty enough to be a royal robe make this easy to grow houseplant one to own;

December Gardening newsletter available by subscription www.JaneNugent.com.You can write me at Jane Nugent WPTTradio 900 Parish Street Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15101 USA to speak to your group on 'Gardening in the 21st Century.'

Guests:

2:15pm eastern time Richard Whiteford-Book: Wild Pennsylvania
2:30pm eastern time Den Hoyman: How to make a wreath
2:45pm Russ Cohn-Nature Mill-- Compost the ultimate gardening gift

Happy Holly-Days!!!

Jane Nugent
am newstalk 1360
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA

November 18, 2006 "Happy Gobble-Gobble Day"

Welcome family and friends with plants, step up to a new level; Old and new herbs for the big dinner; China and Crystal Care; 'Pop' this centerpiece anywhere you need extra color or a hostess gift; 'Pear-ing' up a new dessert with some simple ingredients; A dinner without onions would be a 'crying-shame'; November gardening newsletter available by subscription www.JaneNugent.com; Turkey facts; Cranberries; Sweet Potatoes; Chestnuts for the stuffing; And answering all your gardening questions on Saturday afternoon 1:30pm-3pm on Newstalk 1360 WPTT; Listen live or anytime on www.TalkShoe.com; or write Jane Nugent/WPTT radio 900 Parish Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylavania, 15220, US

Guests:

2:15pm Pat Rogers-Historic Exhibits Coordinator Carnegie Science Center-Christmas Railroad
2:30pm Jonathan Kays-Extension Specialist-Natural Resources Maryland Coorpoerate Extension: Books-The Woods In Your Backyard and Deer Management
2:45pm Barry Rice- Book: Growing Carnivorous Plants

November 18, 2006 "Happy Gobble-Gobble Day"

Episode 7: Welcome family and friends with fresh ideas using plants, step up to a new level; Old and new herbs for the big dinner; Create a quick centerpiece for your table; China and Crystal Care; 'Pop' this arrangement anywhere you need some quick color or a hostess gift; A meal without onions would be a 'crying' shame; November gardening tips; Turkey facts; Cranberries; Sweet potatoes; Chestnuts for the stuffing and answering all your gardening questions; November gardening newsletter available by subscription; www.JaneNugent.com; Listen to the radio program live or anytime on www.TalkShoe.com; write Jane Nugent/WPTT radio 900 Parish Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15101 to set up a speaking date for your group on "Gardening in the 21st Century."

Guests for November 18, 2006 Radio Program:

2:15pm (eastern time) Pat Roger-Historic Exhibits Coordinator Carnegie Science Center-Christmas Railroad
2:30pm (eastern time) Jonathan Kays-Extension Specialist-Natural Resources Maryland Coorperate Extension: Books-The Woods In Your Backyard and Deer Management
2:45pm (eastern time) Barry Rice: Book-Growing Carnivorous Plants

Happy Gobble-Gobble Day!!!

Jane Nugent
am newstalk 1360
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
Saturday afternoons 1:30pm-3pm eastern time
1360 WPTT am radio

November 11, 2006 Getting Ready for Thanksgiving

Listen to the radio program on www.TalkShoe.com. If you would like a hard copy let me know and I will send you information on how to sign up. November newsletter is also available.

Topics covered this week's radio program:

1. Getting ready for thankgiving---What's a temporally-challenged talk show gardening host to do? Easy! Take some deep breaths and get....

2. Thing to do in November: Finish planting spring bulbs. As long as your soil is not frozen, you can plant bulbs. The most important.....

3. Flushed Away---This past week our family went to see Flushed Away. This new animated feature is from the creators of Wallce & Grommit. The slugs are so...

4. Winter perils for trees and shrubs---Winter can be tough on trees and sbrubs. Low temperatures, rapid temperature changes, winter desiccation....

5. Utility Wires---How can we make trees and wires work together? It's worth your time to do some 'homework'.....

6. Constructing a holiday wreath---A wreath is an attractive, easy-to make decoration for the upcoming holiday season. Materials.....

7. Do Woolybears Predict the Winter Weather? One of the enduring folk tales that relates to insects in that you can forcast the winter....

8. Forcing Flowering Bulbs---Many gardeners delight in producing a breath of spring during the cold winter monts. The breath of spring I'm referromg to is.....

9. Selection and Care of the Poinsettia---The poinsettia is a colorful symbol of the Christmas seasonl. Poinsettias often appear in florist shops, greenhouses....

10. Winter Protection for Roses---Most modern roses grown in the norheast require protection during winter months. Using this simple technique....

11. Ultimate Thanksgiving Survival Guide---Whether you plan your Thanksgiving menu months in advance or end up shopping late Wednesday night.....

12. Why Brining Keeps Meat So Moist? Roasted turkey breast, sauteed pork chops and stir-fried shrimp all tend to suffer a common fate.....

13. November gardening tips----Recent cold temperatures signal the inevitable approach of winter. The following are some....

14. Holy Hostas! Do your hostas look golden brown or a pile of mush? It's time to do some clean up. I enjoy my hostas in the fall landscape....

You can listen to the entire radio program live on Saturday afternoon 1:30pm till 3pm eastern time on AM NEWSTALK 1360 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, or listen live or anytime on www.TalkShoe.com Hard copies are available just email at Gardenhelp@excite.com

You can reach me by snail-mail at Jane Nugent AM NEWSTALK 1360 900 Parish Street 3rd floor Pittsburgh, PA 15220 412-333-1360

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