Archived Shows
April 2004

04/03/04
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Can shredded office paper substitute for Fall leaves in the compost pile? Can you use your old Mastercard bills for mulch? Mike McGrath will discuss the use of paper waste in the garden. We'll also hear about a new study that measured the effects of indoor pesticide use on unborn babies. According to research released by the Columbia Center for Children's Environmental Health, a federal ban on two insecticides is benefiting babies.

04/10/04
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Are you ready to garden but have no plot to call your own? Mike McGrath will explain how you can become involved in a community garden, or even start your own green neighborhood oasis! We'll also answer lots of listener questions, and discuss the best way to build raised beds.

04/17/04
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Do you like container gardening, but have had trouble with potted outside plants in the past? It probably had nothing to do with your plant selection! Mike McGrath will help you avoid common container gardening mistakes with a five-point primer on proper potting up! Plus: It's "CSA" season! That means now is the time to sign up with a local organic farm to receive a share of their produce every week during the growing season. We'll discuss how you can find a farm near you!

04/24/04
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The First of May is traditionally the "opening day" of gardening season, and for over 800 years, Morris dancers have celebrated May Day by waking up the sun and soil, and shaking out evil garden spirits. We'll meet some Morrisers and reveal how you can dance on your dirt for good luck! During the Question of the Week, Mike will chase some mammalian "evil spirits" of Spring with detailed advice on mole and vole prevention.