S3E33 House plants you should have, Why cover your soil, Guest Teri Chace - The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener radio show

Replay of The Wisconsin Vegetable Gardener Radio Show from 10-5-19
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In Segment 1 Joey and Holly talk about house plants you should have in your home

In segment 2 Joey and Holly talk about why you need to cover your soil

Soil cover refers to vegetation, organic matter, and crop residues on the surface of the soil, covering the soil.
Holds in moisture
Can prevent erosion
Smothers weeds
Increases soil decomposition
Reduces compaction
Aerates soil
Invites worms

In Segment 3 Joey and Holly welcome their guest Teri Chace of http://terichacewriter.com/ she is a A writer and an editor with a broad range of expertise and interests, Teri has a taste for exploration and a talent for bringing back stories and information that resonate with insight and wonder—whether she’s examining flowers, pie, or small-town life.

1.As someone who encourages others to plant trees, what are some good tree planting trips, but also tips on how to pick out the appropriate tree to plant?
2. When is the best time for people to fertilize their vegetable gardens?
3.When it comes to getting rid of invasive plants, what would you suggest?
4.At any point should you use chemicals, or can this be done without the use of chemicals?
5.In your book, Seeing Seeds: A Journey into the World of Seedheads, Pods, and Fruit, you talk about all types of plants and their seeds.
6. What is a fun or surprise fact about seeds that you learned? Anything in particular?
7.How and where can we find out more about you?

In segment 4 Joey and Holly answer garden questions.

1.I heard you say remove the ring. Why? then was is protecting the bottle or air from getting in the canned beets?
A:the lid is creating the seal. if your jars are properly sealed, removing the ring would have no effect on air getting in. remove the ring for the best safe storage.

2.Why bottled lemon juice instead of lime juice when canning?

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