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  • All About Walnuts & More

    All About Walnuts & More
    Nov 29 2025
    Carol (in Orangeville) has a bumper crop of walnuts. Squirrels are leaving shells everywhere. Is this an issue for other plants growth? Meanwhile, Monica called to remind us wildlife refuges like https://www.shadesofhope.ca would love excess bounty like walnuts! Composting, transplanting houseplants, watering cacti - what a show! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    50 min
  • Rain Garden and how to design & maintain with Sean James

    Rain Garden and how to design & maintain with Sean James
    Nov 22 2025
    Today Sean James, horticulturist, naturalist, eco-warrior and communications expert joins the show! We talk about native plants, sustainable design and the importance of beauty in our gardens. Plus callers ask about: organic fertilizers for houseplants, controlling Pulmonaria and birdseed that's not working. Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    50 min
  • Roses & Leaves - Who Knew?

    Roses & Leaves - Who Knew?
    Nov 15 2025
    Early cold and snow frustrates most gardeners. What to do with all those leaves? And can roses still be pruned? What about Magnolias? And lilacs? Perennials? Bottom line - can we re-use potting soil in our pots next year? Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    50 min
  • Best Wild Bird Food For Winter - Think High Fat Suet!

    Best Wild Bird Food For Winter - Think High Fat Suet!
    Nov 8 2025
    Paul Oliver (UrbanNatureStore.ca) joins Charlie in studio to share tips on wild bird support this winter. Callers want to: eliminate invasive zebra grass, prune overgrown Ficus benjamina, care for Bromeliads, grow milkweed from seed and get peonies to flower. Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    50 min
  • Harvesting Edibles with Steven Biggs

    Harvesting Edibles with Steven Biggs
    Nov 1 2025
    Steven Biggs (foodgardenlife.com) shares tips and tricks for growing and harvesting tender plants. Like figs, olives and lemons! Plus we discuss storing dried herbs, pruning roses and growing a money tree! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    53 min
  • Is it too late to plant grass seed?

    Is it too late to plant grass seed?
    Oct 25 2025
    Lawn care rules this week. Seeding, fertilizing, weeds (including crab grass) and tips about the final mow of the season. Also are apples and/or leaves left on lawns overwinter a problem? Japanese beetles, pear rust and more! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    53 min
  • Planting, Transplanting and Overwintering Favourite Plants

    Planting, Transplanting and Overwintering Favourite Plants
    Oct 11 2025
    When to plant garlic? Drought effects on rhubarb, Cosmos and Gladiolus'. When to cut back Hydrangea, Iris' and transplanting daylilies, Christmas cactus and more! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    50 min
  • Bringing in Tropicals - Like Figs and Rosemary. How and When?

    Bringing in Tropicals - Like Figs and Rosemary. How and When?
    Oct 4 2025
    Figs, rosemary and other plants want to come indoors before winter. How to be successful? Fertilizing outdoors now? Rejuvenation of an older perennial garden and what to do with Dahlias? Lots of good info this week on the Garden Show! Listen live every Saturday at 9am on Zoomer Radio
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    50 min