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Better Lawns and Gardens

Teresa Watkins
Florida
Florida Gardening
Gardening
Gardening Tips
Vegetable Gardening
Tomatoes
Tropical Plants
Container Gardening
Horticulture
Fruit Trees
Gardening Advice
Citrus Trees
Water Conservation
Organic Gardening
Sustainable Gardening
Summit Responsible Solutions
Native Plants
Mosquito Control
Hibiscus
Hurricanes

Better Lawns and Gardens host, Teresa Watkins, provides gardening advice, landscaping tips, interviews garden celebrities, and answers your questions on turf, flowers, shrubs, and trees. Gardening information for gardeners who want to be sustainable and low maintenance! Topics and interviews include monthly gardening advice on Florida-friendly landscaping, water conservation, landscape design, the... more

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Lloyd Lightsey
Pond Monster, ponds and water features installer
Pond feature installations (pond monster)
Episode: S2 Ep473: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 August in the Garden August 15, 2026
Roy Levin
Vice President and Manager, Environmental Pest & Lawn Services; University of Florida entomology and nematology graduate
Environmental Pest & Lawn Services (EPLS)
Episode: S2 Ep467: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Summer Pest Update August 2, 2026
Tom McCubbin
Guest host for the episode
Florida gardening expert
Episode: S2 Ep465: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Sahara Desert Dust and Coral Reefs July 11, 2026
Lance Walheim
Author of Citrus, A Gardener's & Fruit Lovers' Guide
Walheim Press
Episode: S2 Ep459: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Citrus: A Gardeners' & Fruit Lovers' Guide June 20, 2026
Melanie Koester
President of the Manatee River Garden Club
Manatee River Garden Club
Episode: S2 Ep455: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Random Acts of Gardening June 6 2026
Corrina Stellitano Andrews
Garden expert who develops plants for Southern Living Plant Collection
Southern Living Plant Collection
Episode: S2 Ep449: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 New Encore Azaleas! May 9, 2026
Cheryl Harris
Executive Director of the Florida Irrigation Society
Florida Irrigation Society
Episode: S2 Ep443: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Cheryl Harris Florida Irrigation Society April 11, 2026
Nicki Munroe
Environmental Hort Agent and Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator
University of Florida IFAS Extension Office in Indian River County
Episode: S2 Ep442: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 FFL Nicki Munroe April 11, 2026
Mark Kann
Director of Florida Operations for Sod Solutions; President of the Florida Turfgrass Association
Sod Solutions; Florida Turfgrass Association
Episode: S2 Ep431: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Why Isn't My Lawn Greening Up? February 28, 2026

Hosts

Teresa Watkins
Host of Better Lawns & Gardens; landscaping expert and radio show host with ties to UF/IFAS and Summit Responsible Solutions Studios
Tom MacCubbin
Host of the show; Florida gardening expert with long-running presence in the local garden community

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Binge-worthy!

    If you want to learn how to grow EVERYTHING in FL, this is the show to listen to. I love the guests, the breadth and depth of information, and the tips I pick up in every episode. Theresa is amazingly knowledgeable about absolutely everything related to gardening.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dittobrooks
    United States4 years ago

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S2 Ep474: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 The Great Southeast Pollinator Census August 22, 2026
Q: Where can people find more information about pollinator activities in Marion County?
They can visit the UF IFAS Marion County Master Gardener Facebook page and the Great Florida Pollinator Census Facebook page for local events and ongoing pollinator information.
S2 Ep474: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 The Great Southeast Pollinator Census August 22, 2026
Q: How can homeowners participate in the census and what do they gain from it?
Homeowners can count pollinators for 15 minutes on a blooming plant, upload results via a QR code or the census website, and learn about creating sustainable pollinator habitats that offer nectar resources and host plants across seasons.
S2 Ep474: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 1 The Great Southeast Pollinator Census August 22, 2026
Q: What first sparked your passion for pollinators and the work you're doing?
Jeremy explains a long-standing hobby and a shift toward protecting pollinators while managing landscape pests, driven by hands-on collaboration with master gardeners and a focus on native pollinator habitats.
S2 Ep474: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 Bug‑Free Labor Day: Smart Outdoor Protection August 22, 2026
Q: That's wonderful. Well, Summit Responsible Solutions is known for environmentally safe pest management products. What makes Summit's approach the best choice for homeowners who want effective results without harming the environment?
The guest explains that Summit focuses on products with lower environmental impact, such as targeted larvicides and natural oils, and emphasizes OMRI-listed options to support organic use while still delivering effective pest control outdoors.
S2 Ep472: Better Lawns and Gardens - Hour 2 August Garden Questions and Answers August 8, 2026
Q: What are the best pruning practices after a freeze for mango trees?
Follow the guidance from the local extension network: cut back dead branches, let strong new shoots develop to form a few robust primary branches, and avoid over-pruning to prevent creating a weak canopy that invites disease.

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This show centers on Florida-friendly gardening, landscape design, and sustainable, low-maintenance practices for homeowners. Episodes blend practical how-tos—soil health, fertilization, pest management, irrigation, and seasonal plant care—with expert insights from nurseries and turf/science professionals, plus live Q&A with listeners. A standout aspect is the mix of field-tested horticulture tips, guest experts from nurseries and UF/IFAS connections, and strong community engagement through calls and local events, making it a practical resource for Florida gardeners and landscape pros alike.

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Recent guests on Better Lawns and Gardens include:

1. Lloyd Lightsey
2. Roy Levin
3. Tom McCubbin
4. Lance Walheim
5. Melanie Koester
6. Corrina Stellitano Andrews
7. Cheryl Harris
8. Nicki Munroe

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