Connecticut Garden Journal
Thursdays 8:58 pm and Saturdays 11:57 am
Connecticut Garden Journal is a weekly program hosted by horticulturalist Charlie Nardozzi. Learn more about Charlie at gardeningwithcharlie.com.
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If you're a veggie gardener, you probably already grow broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts and kale. Why not experiment with two other Brassicas: kohlrabi and rapini?
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Pruning hydrangeas can be confusing to home gardeners because the timing varies depending on the type of hydrangea you're growing.
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If deer are hungry enough they'll eat anything. But there are some plants they seem to avoid.
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Growing peas is easy, if you follow a few simple guidelines.
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Some varieties of phlox can be plagued with powdery mildew disease during our humid summers. I'm recommending a few varieties that have done well in trials conducted by Mt. Cuba Center, a public garden in Delaware.
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Want to support pollinators? Ground covers can be a source of pollen and nectar for these essential creatures. Think: strawberries, soapwort and perennial geraniums. Clovers make an excellent ground cover, too.
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Why grow zinnias? There's a type of zinnia for every garden annual lover. They're diverse in color, shape and length. Plus, they attract pollinators to the garden.
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With the longer days and stronger sun, we can start growing vegetables indoors in a sunny window. The keys are full sun, warmth and the right greens.
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A new GMO 'Purple' cherry tomato developed in England is making headlines, but it's good to remember that traditional breeding can also create healthier varieties of edibles.
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One fun way to choose houseplants is to select them based on Zodiac signs.