Épisodes

  • Get ready, get set...get pruning!
    Mar 6 2026

    Pruning has many benefits, like better yields and attractive shaping...but if you're not sure how best to approach it, you might fear doing serious damage to your beloved plants.

    In this episode, Don and John talk about the best way to approach pruning so you do no harm while reaping the significant benefits.

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    47 min
  • Grow your best onions this season
    Feb 27 2026

    Did you know the average American eats 20 pounds of onions a year?

    In this episode, Don and John give you the lowdown on a true culinary staple that would be a welcome addition to any vegetable garden, from the best varieties for our region to the planting and harvesting techniques that set you up for mouthwatering success.

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    44 min
  • Looking ahead to spring with Master Gardener Sandra Vigen
    Feb 20 2026

    We're all excited for spring, but for a Master Gardener, spring is kinda like show time.

    In this episode, Don and John talk with Sandra Vigen, a Fargo, N.D.-based Master Gardener and business owner. Sandra has spent years working on her home garden and sharing her skills with the community, and she comes to the show with lots of great ideas and tips.

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    49 min
  • The benefits of planning out your garden before the spring season
    Feb 13 2026

    Chances are, with the days lengthening, you're already thinking about gardening this season. But are you actively planning it out?

    In this episode, Don and John discuss planning your garden and thinking about what you'll plant and where you'll plant it—planning that could save you time and effort once the season begins.

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    48 min
  • Make this Valentine's Day extra special with flowers chosen and arranged with care
    Jan 30 2026

    Nothing against a dozen red roses—we all love roses—but if you want to send an extra special message to your loved one this Valentine's Day, you might want to look somewhere else.

    In this episode, Don and John go over a few different floral options, what their colors mean and what message they send. Plus, they give you some helpful tips on making a dynamite arrangement, even if you're a complete beginner.

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    43 min
  • Why terrariums are suddenly all the rage...again
    Jan 23 2026

    You might have seen terrariums all over your social media feed, but you might not know that there's a long history to these self-contained little tabletop worlds.

    In this episode, Don and John talk about the history of terrariums and how you might go about putting one together for yourself as a way to beat the winter cold. And speaking of winter, they also go into the cold-weather phenomenon of "exploding trees."

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    40 min
  • Seed catalogs, a time-honored tradition
    Jan 16 2026

    How long have seed catalogs been available in the U.S.? You'll have to listen to hear the answer...but it's a long time.

    In this episode, Don and John take a moment to talk about the history of seed catalogs while giving you some tips on their favorites and what to watch for in their pages brimming with spring promise.

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    41 min
  • Get the dirt on some flowery gardening terminology
    Jan 9 2026

    Gardening is one of those human activities with a long history, deep symbolism and a lot of details, so it has a substantial vocabulary to accompany it.

    In this episode, Don and John go over some of the curious terms you may hear in gardening so you won't be left scratching your head.

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    51 min