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Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast

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Gardening
Houseplants
North Dakota State University
Perennials
Horticulture
North Dakota
Vegetable Gardening
Ornamental Grasses
Tomatoes
Lawn Care
Fall Gardening
Fall Planting
Lawns
Pruning
Hydrangea
Mulch
Gardening Tips
The Prairie Garden
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Garden Centers

In this podcast, lifelong gardener Don Kinzler joins host John Lamb for a weekly dig into the fruitful topic of gardening in the upper Midwest (North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, eastern Montana and southern Manitoba). Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with North Dakota State University Extension for Cass County. He has been a trusted resource for gardeners in the region for decades. Lamb is an ... more

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Spring is quickly turning into summer, and there's a lot of gardeners with questions as their yards and gardens start to take off for the season.

In this episode, Don and John open the mailbag to answer questions from listeners.

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If you love gardening shows (and we know you do!), our latest episode is a special treat.

In this episode, Don talks with host Mary Holm and series producer Mike Cihak from the Pioneer PBS program "Prairie Yard & Garden." Mary and Mike discuss how ... more

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Rather than actually springing, this spring has been more of a "now you see it, now you don't" situation, and that's given gardeners in our region a twinge of anxiety.

In this episode, Don and John go over some ways to help get your growing season ... more

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Will marigolds protect your plants from pests? Can you tell whether a pepper is male or female? Does insecticide made from chewing tobacco work?

In this episode, Don and John are joined by Esther McGinnis, an associate professor of plant science at... more

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Esther McGinnis
NDSU Extension Horticulturist and Associate Professor; Director of the Extension Master Gardener Program
North Dakota State University Extension
Episode: Will marigolds protect your plants? The answers to this and more gardening myths
Lilly Bina
Extension Officer/Extension Agent, agriculture and natural resources
NDSU Extension Cass County
Episode: Start early and prevent weeds in your lawn
Don Kinzler
Lifelong gardener, horticulturist with North Dakota State University Extension for Cass County
North Dakota State University Extension
Episode: Get a head start on preventing weeds in the vegetable garden
Sandra Vigen
Master Gardener and business owner with a passion for gardening
Mamaduk's Cleaning Service
Episode: Looking ahead to spring with Master Gardener Sandra Vigen
Kimberly Hess
Owner and floral designer at Prairie Petals
Prairie Petals
Episode: Breathe new life into your floral arrangements with tips from Kimberly Hess at Prairie Petals
Quincey Circo
Area supervisor at Carr's Tree Service
Carr's Tree Service
Episode: Why you might want to hire an arborist to help care for your trees
Jesse Ritka
Chief Meteorologist at WDAY
WDAY
Episode: Jesse Ritka talks about a stormy summer, a warm fall and gardening with her family
Luke Nygard
Owner of Nygard Nursery in Dilworth, MN
Nygard Nursery
Episode: A few reasons to visit a garden center this fall from Luke at Nygard Nursery
Julie Garden-Robinson
Extension Food and Nutrition Specialist and Professor
North Dakota State University
Episode: Ditch your riding mower, and other tips to better health through gardening

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John Lamb
Host of Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast; arts and entertainment journalist by trade; novice gardener learning alongside listeners
Don Kinzler
Lifelong gardener and horticulturist with North Dakota State University Extension for Cass County

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Great source of information

    I enjoy listening to this podcast when I walk. They provide so much good information and when I have a question Don always gets right back to me. I’ve suggested this podcast to a bunch of people. Thank you!!

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    United States2 years ago

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Community-driven format with Q&A makes it easy to find relevant, local tips.
Helpful regional gardening guidance and clear, practical tips for upper Midwest conditions.
Listeners appreciate responsive host interaction and actionable advice for common garden challenges.
Hosts come across as trusted, experience-based sources for gardening advice.

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Will marigolds protect your plants? The answers to this and more gardening myths
Q: What is the truth behind the supposed sweetness differences in male vs female peppers?
There is no truth; peppers are not distinguished by gender. All peppers start as fertilized ovaries, and sweetness is linked to ripening stage and genetics, not the number of lobes on the pepper.
Start early and prevent weeds in your lawn
Q: What are the things that people should know about weed control in lawns?
Start with a healthy, dense lawn to outcompete weeds, consider proper timing and weather conditions for herbicide use, and avoid jumping to chemicals as the first option; use targeted or mixed herbicides when needed and ensure correct application and cleaning of sprayers to prevent drift and residue.
Some essential spring cleaning items + a Yard and Garden Palooza recap
Q: Amy from Bloomington, Minnesota asked about a Japanese pine that turned brown over winter and what to do next.
Don advised first verifying the species and its hardiness, assess whether there is any green life at the ends of the twigs, and consider waiting through May to see if any new growth emerges before deciding to fertilize or replace the plant.
Soil testing, marigolds from seed, and more topics from the listener mailbag
Q: What is the best way to pinch back marigolds to encourage more blooms?
Pinch back the central growing point once you see a flower bud forming, remove that bud along with a couple of sets of leaves just below it, and repeat to encourage multiple side shoots that will later become many blooms.
Some garden tasks you can do in early spring...and some you shouldn't be doing
Q: George asked if the corner bush could be trimmed this spring and what it was.
Don identified the shrub as potentilla and explained rejuvenation: cut back to about three inches above ground to encourage new growth and blossoms, with some years possibly not blooming fully but lasting for many years.

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A practical, regionally anchored gardening show where a lifelong horticulturist from a university extension service teams up with a curious, novice gardener to explore planting, soil health, and seasonal tasks in the upper Midwest. Episodes mix hands-on how-tos with local context—covering what to plant, when to prune, weed strategies, and perennial care—while leaning on extension knowledge and community questions. Notable for its grounded, experience-based advice, accessible banter, and strong demystification of gardening jargon, making it valuable for home gardeners seeking region-specific guidance and realistic timelines.

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2. Lilly Bina
3. Don Kinzler
4. Sandra Vigen
5. Kimberly Hess
6. Quincey Circo
7. Jesse Ritka
8. Luke Nygard

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