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Dean of Green Gardening Almanac

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Dean of Green Almanac

An almanac...or son of The Dean of Green. Whatever you call it, you'll get even more gardening information every week with this spin-off podcast. Hosted by the Dean of Green's favorite sidekick (really, only sidekick) Laura Kennedy,

you'll find out what you could be, should be or want to be doing as an avid gardener. Rainy, snowy, muddy or dry, there's always something to do in or for your garden. Laura has the tips and Don Schmidt, the Dean of Green has the advice...or is it the other way around?

The Dean of Green debuted on GLT in 1993 as a half-hour show. It's now heard Fridays in central Illinois at 8:50 AM and 4:50 PM. The Dean of Green is also available as a podcast. The Dean of Green Gardening Almanac is available ONLY as a podcast.

Recent Podcast Episodes

Holiday Greenery, Part 1 (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 28 Nov 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Hear about some of Deano's fave holiday plants.

Beware of Road Salt (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Deano warns against the dangers of road salt on greenery.

Wintering House Plants (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 14 Nov 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on how to care for your plants in the colder months.

Fall Berry Colors (mp3)
Air Date: Mon, 10 Nov 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Discover what great trees and shrubs produce beautiful fall berries.

November Chores (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 31 Oct 2008
Run Time: 2:00
It's what to do in your garden in early November.

Giant Pumpkins (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 24 Oct 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on how to grow giant pumpkins.

Perennial Clean Up (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 17 Oct 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on how to clean up your perennial garden.

Planting Spring Bulbs (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 10 Oct 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on planting spring bulbs.

Bring Those House Plants In! (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 3 Oct 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Help your house plants make the transition from summer to winter.

Little Autumn Chores (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Just a few items for your autumn to do list...

Planting a Tree (mp3)
Air Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on the best way to plant a tree.

Picking a Tree (mp3)
Air Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Fall is a great time to plant a tree and Deano has advice on what to consider.

Autumn Lawn Seeding (mp3)
Air Date: Mon, 8 Sep 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Deano has advice on how to bring your lawn back in the autumn.

Hummingbird Migration (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 29 Aug 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Hear how you can help the tiny migrator on its journey south.

Autumn Bulbs (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 22 Aug 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Enjoy color into fall with autumn bulbs.

How to Foil a Bunny (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 15 Aug 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green knows how to keep rabbits at bay!

August Harvest (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 8 Aug 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Advice on harvesting August veggies.

Mosquito Eggs (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 1 Aug 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green recommends how to deal with mosquito eggs in standing water.

Weeds: If You Can't Beat 'em, Eat 'em! (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 25 Jul 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on edible weeds.

Japanese Beetles (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 18 Jul 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice about the pesky Japanese Beetle.

Blossom End Rot (mp3)
Air Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has simple advice for a nasty problem.

Lawn Mowing Tips (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on the best way to mow.

Early Summer Tasks (mp3)
Air Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has a big to-do list for you!

Crop Rotation (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice on veggie garden crop rotation.

Summer Watering (mp3)
Air Date: Thu, 3 Jul 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green has advice about watering your lawn this summer.

Container Gardening (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2008
Run Time: 2:00
The Dean of Green says you don't need space to garden. All you need is a container.

Mulch (mp3)
Air Date: Fri, 30 May 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Discover what mulch can do for your garden.

Big Box Stores vs. Local Nurseries (mp3)
Air Date: Tue, 27 May 2008
Run Time: 2:00
Where's the best place to buy your plants?

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