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WCCO's Smart Gardens

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Lawn Care
Dormant Seeding
University Of Minnesota
Gardening
Minnesota
Winter Gardening
Lilacs
Hydrangeas
Creeping Charlie
Vegetable Gardening
Apple Trees
Crabgrass
University Of Minnesota Extension
Evergreens
Buckthorn
Arboretum
Asparagus
Garlic
Fungus Gnats
Master Gardener Program

WCCO's Smart Gardens

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After years of helping our lawns and gardens we say goodbye to Denny Long as he heads into retirement. Should we begin to be concerned for our lawns and outdoor plants with a stretch of dry weather? Managing ground ivy or creeping Charlie. Keeping cl... more

We are LIVE from By The Yard Furniture showroom in Jordan, MN and we chat with horticulturist Mary Meyer with the University of Minnesota on a variety of gardening and lawn care topics - from tomato maintenance, ant problems, catmint planting, hydran... more

Apple scab update. Bare root planting. Germinating rhubarb seed. Keeping critters away from your plants. The best way to kill dandelions. Preventing Lily of the Valley from spreading. Getting control of a clover outbreak. Best time of day to uncover ... more

How to handle a lawn with high phosphorous. When to start planting peppers and tomatoes. Keeping bugs off of apple trees. Low maintenance plants. Start spraying for creeping Charlie. Why grass may be a different color. Maintaining grass when mowing t... more

Why grass may have difficulty growing. Preparing to plant perennials. How long tulips last. Restoring asparagus. What to do if your lawn has grub damage. Why a lawn may be bumpy. Keeping moss away from your yard. When its fine to apply lawn fertilize... more

Keeping bugs away from your plants. Getting rid of moss on your outdoor spaces. When to start planting spring flower trees. What to do if you need to relocate your rhubarb. Maintaining an amaryllis. When tulips will be in bloom. Phone apps for garden... more

When to apply crabgrass killer. How often do trees need to be watered? When plants are okay to be left uncovered. Will tulips grow back after animal damage? When will hummingbirds arrive? Protecting pollinators during spring yard cleanup. When grass ... more

How to grow plants in a stock tank. Time to find some fertilizer for your lawn. When to prune oak trees. When to start uncovering perennials. Where to find the best grass seed for your lawn and its needs. When to start raking your lawn. How to utiliz... more

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Recent Guests

Teresa Rooney
Master Gardener, University of Minnesota Extension Service
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Episode: Planning a Vegetable Garden, Planting a Rain Garden, Growing Oak Trees from Acorns
Dr. Kenneth Saeland
Cardiologist with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas
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Dr. Judy Ho
Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychologist, host of the Supercharged Life podcast
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Blois Olsen
Political analyst at WCCO Radio
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Eric Nisbet
Professor of Policy Analysis Communications at Northwestern University
Episode: 'Is this who we are?' Reaction to political shootings in Minnesota, plus the latest on how the killing spree unfolded
Julie Weisenhorn
Extension horticulture educator
University of Minnesota
Episode: Properly Storing Grass Seed, Crownvetch Removal, Attracting Deer With Plants
Jon Trappe
Turf grass extension educator
University of Minnesota
Episode: Properly Storing Grass Seed, Crownvetch Removal, Attracting Deer With Plants
Laura Irish Hanson
Educator at the University of Minnesota, specializes in horticulture
University of Minnesota
Episode: Impact of Lack of Snow and Freezing Cold on Plants, Winter Tree Trimming, Fixing a Leaning Tree
Mary Meyer
Horticulture expert from the University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota
Episode: What to do in the Winter, Getting Plants to Bloom, Everything Amaryllis

Hosts

Laura Oakes
Host of Smart Gardens on WCCO Radio; co-hosting partner in multiple episodes
Denny Long
Host and frequent co-host for the Smart Gardens show; recurring guest with demonstrable gardening expertise
Danny Long
Host of Smart Gardens, frequently featured alongside Laura Oakes

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bareroot Planting Basics, Killing Dandelions, Getting Peonies to Bloom
Q: When can I transplant or separate peonies that are newly planted but not yet blooming?
Wait for energy to build, keep the roots from being buried too deep, and ensure the mulch is pulled away from the root zone to encourage proper emergence and flowering next season.
Planting Perennials, Getting Ahead of Grubs, Fixing a Bumpy Lawn
Q: Katherine asks about wood ticks and how to protect oneself when gardening.
Use long pants and tuck them into socks, perform tick checks, shower and wash clothes after outdoor work, and consult DNR guidance on repellents and protective measures.
Planting Perennials, Getting Ahead of Grubs, Fixing a Bumpy Lawn
Q: Jerry asks how to fix a very bumpy lawn, potentially caused by voles, moles, or tree roots.
Identify the cause first; for voles or moles you can rake and collapse tunnels or roll the lawn, and for tree roots you may need to leave the area bare or plant shade perennials instead of turf.
Planting Perennials, Getting Ahead of Grubs, Fixing a Bumpy Lawn
Q: Texter asks if now is a good time to buy and plant new perennials, and how much to water them to establish.
Yes, it is a good time to buy and plant perennials; water them in to reduce transplant shock and help soil settle around the roots, and monitor soil moisture in the coming days.
Controlling Crabgrass, Protecting Pollinators, Pruning Peonies
Q: What should be done to protect emerging grass seedlings from freezing temperatures?
Fertilizing should wait until mowing can begin; seedlings can survive light frost if kept in the ground and protected, with caution about extended freezing periods.

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What is WCCO's Smart Gardens about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, region-specific gardening guidance, with a strong emphasis on Minnesota climates, seasonal planning, and extension resources. Episodes routinely cover vegetable and houseplant care, winter and dormancy strategies, soil health, pruning basics, pest management, and climate-aware gardening trends. Trusted university extension voices provide step-by-step instructions, live caller Q&As, and actionable resources that listeners can apply at home, from seed starting and winter sowing to protective measures for shrubs and trees. A notable pattern is the blend of hands-on techniques with seasonal resilience—often highlighting beekeeping-adjacent topics, container and urban gardening, and how to navigate gardening in col... more

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1. Teresa Rooney
2. Dr. Kenneth Saeland
3. Dr. Judy Ho
4. Blois Olsen
5. Eric Nisbet
6. Julie Weisenhorn
7. Jon Trappe
8. Laura Irish Hanson

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