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Since 1973, WSU Extension Master Gardeners have been developing programs to address the evolving needs of our communities. Each episode, we'll dig into the fascinating world of gardening, exploring a wide range of topics tailored to our unique climate and diverse flora. Whether you're an experienced gardener with a green thumb or a beginner eager to cultivate your own green oasis, we're here to inspire and educate.
Join us as we invite expert horticulturists, seasoned Master Gardeners, and passionate plant enthusiasts to share their wisdom, practical tips, and hands-on experiences. We'll cover everything from plant selection and care, sustainable gardening practices, organic pest control, and landscaping design, to tackling common challenges specific to our region.
Discover the secrets to thriving vegetable gardens, vibrant flower beds, bountiful fruit trees, and breathtaking native plant landscapes. We'll also explore the intersection of gardening and sustainability, discussing topics like permaculture, composting, and water-wise gardening to help you create an environmentally friendly garden that nurtures both you and the ecosystem.
So, whether you're tuning in from the urban jungles of Seattle, the rolling hills of Spokane, or anywhere else in the Pacific Northwest, get ready to dig deep, cultivate your knowledge, and connect with a community of fellow gardening enthusiasts.
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- What Gardeners Can Learn from Washington Ecoregions · 19 min · Episódio 84Washington has temperate rainforest, sagebrush steppe, and alpine meadows within the same state, so gardening advice that works in one region may not work in another. This…
- The Urban Tree Canopy: How Trees in Cities Keep Temperatures Low · 31 min · Episódio 83In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, Erin Hoover talks with Tim Kohlhoff about the role trees play in creating healthier, more livable communities. They explore why urban tree…
- How to Grow Thriving Garlic in the Pacific Northwest · 15 min · Episódio 82In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, Erin Hoover covers everything you need to know about growing garlic in Washington state. She explains the difference between hardneck and…
- Clean Plant Center Northwest: Protecting Fruit Trees, Grapes, and Hops · 39 min · Episódio 81What does it take to protect important crops from harmful plant pathogens? In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we explore the work of the Clean Plant Center Northwest at…
- Bulb Season: Setting Up Your Garden for Colorful Spring Blooms · 26 min · Episódio 80Fall may feel like the end of the gardening season, but for many spring-flowering plants, it's just the beginning. In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, Erin explores fall…
- Cover Crops: The Easy Way to Improve Your Soil · 30 min · Episódio 79Cover crops can protect and improve garden soil during the time of year when our gardens are resting. In this episode, Erin talks with Twinflower Wilkie, a WSU Extension Master…
- Research-Based Gardening Advice: What Does It Mean? · 40 min · Episódio 78Every gardener has encountered advice that promises amazing results, from family traditions passed down through generations to the latest trend making the rounds on social media…
- How to Clean Up Your Fall Garden to Support Overwintering Insects · 33 min · Episódio 77In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, Erin Hoover chats with Julie Banken, a Master Gardener with a background in entomology, about creating pollinator-friendly gardens by…
- Garden Mistakes and Lessons Learned Over Time · 28 min · Episódio 76Every gardener has decisions they would make again…and a few they probably wouldn't. In this episode, Erin Hoover reflects on the gardening choices that paid off, the ones that…
- How to Keep Gardening Fun and Safe As We Age · 28 min · Episódio 75Gardening changes as we do. Tasks that once felt easy may take more planning, different tools, or a new approach. In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we talk about practical…
- Gardening When Water is Scarce with Lisa Taylor · 48 min · Episódio 74In this episode, Lisa Taylor returns to share tips on saving water while gardening. Lisa focuses on how being intentional with water use improves soil health, efficient watering…
- From Tubers to Blooms: A Practical Guide to Growing Dahlias · 40 min · Episódio 73In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we talk with Master Gardener Ed Adams about growing dahlias in Western Washington, including what it takes to manage a large collection of…
- The Hidden World of Insect Collections and Native Bees · 39 min · Episódio 72In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, we talk with Dr. Joel Gardner from the WSU M.T. James Entomological Collection about native bees, including Dialictus sweat bees, and how…
- How to Make Gardens More Accessible In Every Sense with Monica Meyer · 29 min · Episódio 71Explore the development of a sensory garden designed to be accessible and therapeutic for neurodivergent individuals, veterans with PTSD, and others with sensory sensitivities…
- Mastering Slug Control: Strategies for Gardeners in the PNW with Diana Wisen · 25 min · Episódio 70Slugs and snails are a constant frustration for gardeners in Western Washington, but trying to eliminate them completely isn't the goal, and it's not realistic. In this episode…
- Emerald Ash Borer: The Truth About A Hidden Threat to Washington's Forests · 28 min · Episódio 69In this episode, Patrick Schults, WSU Extension forester, discusses the threat of emerald ash borer, an invasive insect that poses a significant risk to Washington's forests and…
- Top 10 Gardening Tips for 2026 · 16 min · Episódio 68In this solo episode, Erin shares her top 10 gardening tips for 2026. These are practical shifts that can make your garden easier to manage while helping plants handle stress…
- Free Public Gardens of Washington: Yakima Area Arboretum · 47 min · Episódio 67In this conversation, Colleen Adams-Schuppe, the executive director of the Yakima Area Arboretum, shares her journey and the history of the arboretum, highlighting its unique…
- Native Bees in Your Yard Are Doing Important Work · 26 min · Episódio 66Most gardeners recognize honey bees, but in Washington, there are over 600 species of native bees doing much of the pollination work in our landscapes. In this conversation, Anne…
- How to Think Like a Vegetable Gardener · 24 min · Episódio 65Good vegetable gardens aren't built by following rules; they're built by paying attention. In this episode, we step back from prescriptive advice and focus on how experienced…
