Good Growing

Apr 11 2025 264 ep. 34 mins 13
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Talking all things horticulture, ecology, and design.

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Ep. 207 Bee Conservation: Honeybees, Native Bees, and Their Roles | #GoodGrowing

Apr 11 2025 59 mins  
Join us on the Good Growing podcast as we dive into the fascinating world of bees with horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson. In this episode, we explore the differences between honeybees and native bees, their roles in our ecosystems, and the ongoing debate surrounding their impact on agriculture and conservation.Our special guest, Illinois Extension horticulture edu

Ep. 206 Answering your spring gardening questions | #GoodGrowing

Apr 04 2025 39 mins  
Spring has arrived, which means the gardening questions have started coming into Extension offices. Tune in to this week’s Good Growing Podcast as we answer some of the questions that have come into our offices. Learn about planting grass in the spring, managing invasive plants, fertilizing fruit trees, and more! Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2_8AUONLR44 Skip to what you

Ep. 205 Spring Ephemerals: Discovering Hidden Woodland Treasures | #GoodGrowing

Mar 28 2025 55 mins  
Welcome to another episode of the Good Growing podcast! Join horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson as they dive into the fascinating world of spring ephemerals. These early bloomers emerge before trees leaf out, adding blooms to the landscape after winter's dormancy. In this episode, Ken and Chris discuss these unique plants and their lifecycles, give tips on growing

Ep. 204 Decoding Soil Test Results: What those numbers really mean | #GoodGrowing

Mar 21 2025 36 mins  
Welcome to the Good Growing Podcast! In this episode, horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson dive deep into the world of soil testing. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, understand how to unlock the secrets of your soil and boost your garden's productivity.Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/vJKpTfJabKkSkip to what you want to know:0:27 Hey Ken!

Ep. 203 Native grasses and pollinators: The overlooked role of native grasses in supporting pollinators | #GoodGrowing

Mar 14 2025 40 mins  
Native grasses are often overlooked when it comes to pollinators, but they can play a crucial role in supporting many different types of pollinators. Tune in to this week’s Good Growing Podcast to discover how native grasses provide nesting and overwintering habitats, serve as larval food sources, offer pollen, and much more! Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TCE-wQyjn38 Ski

Ep. 202 The Humble Garden Pea: History and How to Grow Them | #GoodGrowing

Mar 07 2025 34 mins  
Welcome to another episode of the Good Growing Podcast! Join horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson as they delve into the fascinating world of garden peas, Pisum sativum. Explore the rich history of garden peas, from their origins in ancient agriculture to their role in the development of modern genetics. Get practical advice on planting, caring for, and harvesting ga

Ep. 201 Chamomile: Discover 2025's herb of the year | #GoodGrowing

Feb 28 2025 32 mins  
Join horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson from the University of Illinois Extension as they delve into the fascinating world of chamomile, the 2025 Herb of the Year. In this episode, Chris and Ken discuss the different types of chamomile, including Roman and German chamomile, and their unique characteristics. Learn about the benefits of chamomile, from its use in her

Ep. 200 Monstera: From the rainforest to must-have houseplant | #GoodGrowing

Feb 21 2025 43 mins  
Have you joined the Monstera craze? With their unique leaves and forms, Monsteras have become popular houseplants. Check out this week’s Good Growing Podcast to learn about Monstera plants, including their history, care, different species, and more!Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3xyQlbH-7ws Skip to what you want to know: 00:30 – Welcome, Ken. Have we spent lots of money

Gardenbite: Tree Topping - A result of chainsaws and bad decisions | #GoodGrowing

Feb 14 2025 9 mins  
In this episode of the Good Growing podcast, horticulture educator Chris Enroth with University of Illinois Extension takes us on a deep dive into the controversial practice of tree topping. Often referred to as stubbing or hat-racking, tree topping involves cutting the canopy of a tree back to a uniform height, which can have disastrous consequences for the tree's health and safet

Ep. 199 The return of the Grow Along | #GoodGrowing

Feb 07 2025 51 mins  
Looking to try something new in the garden this year? You’re in luck because, back by popular demand, the Good Growing Grow Along returns with a fresh lineup of unique and beautiful plants for 2025. Check out this week’s Good Growing Podcast to learn about the plants we’ll be growing for this year's Grow Along, how you can participate, and more. Watch us on YouTube: https://y