S3E26 How to bring potting plants inside, Right leaves for the garden, Guest Summer Rayne Oakes - The Wisconsin Vegetable gardener radio show

Replay of The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener Radio Show from 8-24-19
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In segment 1 Joey and Holly talk about what you need to do before you bring your potted plants in for the winter.
5 things to know before bringing potted plants in

Think about space and lighting
1. Only bring healthy plants in
2. Do your research
3. Bring them indoors while the windows are still open and the temperature indoors is about the same as outside. They'll adjust to the change in temperature and humidity more easily if the change is gradual, rather than waiting until a frost is expected and then bringing the plants into a dry, heated home.
4. Give favor to your favorite plants
5. Take cuttings instead if you lack space
6. Some tender perennials like a period of dormancy in winter. You can overwinter potted lavender and rosemary in your garage or basement. If the temperature doesn't go below 20 degrees Fahrenheit or above 40, they won't freeze but will stay dormant. Just don't let the pots dry out or stay overly wet. Water them only when the soil becomes dry a couple of inches below the surface and allow any excess to drain out.

In segment 2 Joey and Holly talk about what are the right leaves to put in your garden.

The right leaves to put in your garden

1.Not all diseases are ok - black tar spot on maple leaves is ok
2.If your tree has been treated for pest or disease, find out if you can use the leaves
3.Thicker leaves like oak leaves need to be shredded
4.If your tree is diseased or appears unhealthy and youre not sure why, dont use those leaves
5.Aside from leaves, anything sprayed with glyphosate you do not want to use that in your garden, compost, or soil

In segment 3 Joey and Holly talk with their guestSummer Rayne Oakes http://www.summerrayne.net/books

Summer Rayne Oakes is all aboutinfusing sustainable-thinking and practices into the heart of the fashion, beauty and food industries. Most recently she has been focused on sustainable food, agricultural, and horticultural systems and our connection to what we grow and what we eat. She lives in Brooklyn with her foster hen.

1.You are passionate about houseplant, what are some good houseplant watering hacks?
2. People are often gifted cacti as houseplants and sometimes they dont do so well - what are some great cacti
3.As an eco model and someone who is passionate about fashion and sustainability, you help connect thousands of designers to sustainable materials from all over. Why are sustainable materials important? Why does it make a difference?
4.You built a healthy eating habit app called Foodstand, what is it and can you tell us more about it?
5.You have a book that recently came out - How to Make a Plant Love You: Cultivate Green Space in Your Home and Heart- tell us more about it?
6. Tell us where we can find out more about you?

Segment 4 Joey and Holly answer gardeners questions

Q;Can you can fruit Peaches pears with Splenda or does it have to be real sugar ?
A: You can use splenda - recipes online - ball blue book, etc
Q:what is the difference between bread flour and all-purpose flour?
A:Bread flour has a higher gluten content - gluten is the protein in wheat that makes it chewy, binding, and doughy
Q:Can I can cherry tomatoes with the skin on and then remove when I want to use? Thanks Mike
A: You cannot can cherry tomatoes with the skin on. It is not safe and also not recommended.
4. How can I lower the (continued)