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  • How to Manage Needle Cast Disease in Kentucky

    How to Manage Needle Cast Disease in Kentucky
    2025/11/03
    In the "How to Manage Needle Cast Disease in Kentucky" episode of the Sunshine Gardening podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand discusses needle cast disease affecting spruce trees with expert Kim Leonberger. They cover symptoms, climate impact, and management strategies, emphasizing tree health and suitable species selection over fungicides. Resources for further education are also provided.
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    27 分
  • The Ultimate Guide to Home Composting in Kentucky

    The Ultimate Guide to Home Composting in Kentucky
    2025/10/17
    In this episode of the Sunshine Gardening podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand and horticulture expert Jessica Hopkins discuss home composting. They cover essential materials, equipment, and maintenance tips for effective composting, while emphasizing the balance of brown and green materials. The conversation includes troubleshooting common issues and resources for beginners.
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    32 分
  • How to Protect Urban Trees from Stressors

    How to Protect Urban Trees from Stressors
    2025/10/10
    In episode forty-four of the Sunshine Gardening Podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand and expert Jared Weaver discuss urban tree challenges, including improper placement, drought, and pest management. They offer practical insights into effective tree care strategies, such as deep watering, proper mulching, and soil testing, underscoring environmental stewardship and proactive urban forestry efforts.
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    29 分
  • How to Build Self-Wicking Containers and Raised Bed Gardens

    How to Build Self-Wicking Containers and Raised Bed Gardens
    2025/04/25
    In the Sunshine Gardening podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand discusses self-wicking raised beds with guest Dr. Steve Higgins from the University of Kentucky. They explore the benefits of these innovative gardening methods for efficient watering and strong plant growth. The episode highlights ergonomic advantages, construction costs, and maintenance tips for gardeners.
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    23 分
  • How to Identify and Control Invasive Plants with Dr. Ellen Crocker

    How to Identify and Control Invasive Plants with Dr. Ellen Crocker
    2025/03/12
    In the podcast episode, Dr. Ellen Crocker discusses invasive plants in Kentucky, highlighting their detrimental effects on local ecosystems. She emphasizes early detection and management strategies, encourages public reporting of invasives, and shares resources like a field guide. The episode promotes collaboration and proactive efforts to protect native landscapes.
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    41 分
  • The New UK Ag Weather Alert App: Your Gardening Companion

    The New UK Ag Weather Alert App: Your Gardening Companion
    2025/02/17
    In episode forty-one of the Sunshine Gardening podcast, Kristin Hildabrand interviews Matt Dixon, a senior meteorologist, about weather's influence on agriculture in Kentucky. They discuss a new weather alert app designed for farmers, featuring current conditions and forecasts. Matt highlights the app's benefits, success stories, and the importance of accurate weather communication for effective farming.
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    31 分
  • How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower

    How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower
    2024/11/15
    In this Sunshine Gardening podcast episode, host Kristin Hildabrand and guest Chris Schalk discuss the importance of winterizing lawn mower equipment to protect both functionality and financial investment. They cover practical steps, common mistakes, maintenance tips for various tools, and encourage involving younger generations in the process for skill development and interest in mechanics.
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    18 分
  • How to Prune Trees in the Kentucky Landscape

    How to Prune Trees in the Kentucky Landscape
    2024/10/14
    In this episode of the Sunshine Gardening podcast, host Kristin Hildabrand speaks with Jared Weaver, Bowling Green's City Arborist. They discuss the importance of tree pruning during "Tree Week," covering best practices, timing, techniques, safety precautions, and resources for homeowners. The episode emphasizes maintaining tree health and landscape aesthetics.
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    26 分