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Your Midwest Garden Podcast

Your Midwest Garden Podcast

Mike O'Rourke, Scott Sandstrom

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Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 162

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A casual conversation about gardening in the Midwest with Toledo's Garden Guy, Mike O'Rourke and Rookie Gardener, Scott Sandstrom. Mike interviews various guests, from experts to local DIY gardeners in a relaxed conversation. While Scott keeps the subjects down to the weekend warrior level. We hope you enjoy each podcast episode, as even the most basic topics can reveal a surprise tip or hint you may not know about! Your Midwest Garden is sponsored by Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. Serving the Toledo, Ohio area since 1953!
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Season 5: Final Thoughts 2024 Season

Season 5 · Episode 22

mardi 15 octobre 2024Duration 39:31

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Today we wrap up season number FIVE! This final show of the season is a mixed bag of tidbits and wishes that you had a great gardening season. We know it was tough in the Midwest with another drought, Spotted Lantern Fly, Aphids and of course the sun and HEAT of the summer. Check out our final thoughts of this past gardening season.

Here's the link for your rain barrel system!

https://www.bluebarrelsystems.com


Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Growing under the Covers

Season 5 · Episode 21

mercredi 25 septembre 2024Duration 01:13:20

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Today's episode recorded just before Summer 2024 ended, is a part two of sorts to our recent episode, The Forgotten Season. This episode has Lisa teaching us about building and using garden row covers. Which let's us to continue growing cool weather veggies all winter long. Doesn't some fresh veggies sound great in the dead of the winter? Here's how you can do it!

Direct link to her blog on this subject:
https://www.midwestgardengal.com/growing-under-the-covers-usda-zones-5-and-6/

If you'd like Lisa to appear at your club or convention, check out this link: https://www.midwestgardengal.com/services/teach/

Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Perennials for Pollinators

Season 5 · Episode 12

vendredi 14 juin 2024Duration 59:52

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Today we welcome back The Midwest Garden Gal for a pollinators discussion. But more so, since June is perennial month and pollinators week falls within the month of June, we decided to combine the subjects into one fun conversation.
Lisa, The MGG, is based in Iowa and its nice to get that western midwest side of the gardening world news. Check out all things MGG style by visiting her website!

Pollinator Week 2024 will take place June 17-23, 2024

https://www.midwestgardengal.com/


Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Annie's Annuals

Season 2 · Episode 12

mercredi 19 mai 2021Duration 56:53

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The guys are joined by one of last season's guests...Annie Harman. Annie grows tens of thousands of annuals, be it a hanging basket container or just a flat pack of three. We get her insight, as well as Mike's on annual care, design for this Summer's plantings.
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
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Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
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If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Intro to Pollination

Season 2 · Episode 11

mercredi 12 mai 2021Duration 46:37

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Scott asks Mike about the birds & the bees...as it pertains to trees and fruit bearing plants.
Importance of bees, insects to pollination... Basics of flowering bud anatomy...  As Sgt. Friday would say, just the facts.
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
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Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
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If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Old School Veggie Planting

Season 2 · Episode 10

mercredi 5 mai 2021Duration 58:24

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Anita Dafonte, a 30 year gardening vet, chats about her tried & true planting techniques. Anita, who lives and gardens on five acres, is the Sales Director for Coast of Maine Organic Products. Yet loves to get her hands dirty by growing the vegetables she loves to cook with. Take a listen as your working in your garden!
And check out the Coast of Main's website:
https://coastofmaine.com/
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
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Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
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If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


YMG QUICK TIP - Moles

Season 2 · Episode 8

mercredi 28 avril 2021Duration 00:53

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Season #2 has a new feature, QUICK TIPS! A short info podcast presented by an expert in the field. Plus it's an easy to search subject header for when you need that little bit of info in a flash. QUICK TIPS release on "off weeks" of our regular, full length shows, so you are not missing anything. We hope these tips help out while we are busy working the new season at the garden center.
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
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Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
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If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Frost Protection: Some Do's & Don'ts

Season 2 · Episode 9

lundi 19 avril 2021Duration 39:52

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The guys discuss some do's & don'ts of frost protection. When is a little damage okay and when to get ready for a frost.
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
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Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
________________
If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


All About Bulbs with Longfield Gardens

Season 2 · Episode 7

mercredi 14 avril 2021Duration 53:27

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In today's discussion, we lay out the ground work about bulbs and welcome our special guest, Kathleen LaLiberté, from Longfield Gardens. Kathleen is a bulb specialist and works with Longfield Gardens as their horticultural advisor.
Longfield Gardens imports and sell bulbs online and to garden centers across the US.
Check out their website, it's packed with photos and educational info!
https://www.longfield-gardens.com/

Plus Scott hijack's the Mike's Mail Segment on Dandelions!
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
________________
Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
________________
If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast


Rose & Woody Plant Pruning

Season 2 · Episode 6

mercredi 7 avril 2021Duration 47:21

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Mike & Scott discuss rose bush pruning. Some of the common best practices and Mike's take on what Scott has suggestion wise...PLUS today's Mike's Mail Question... all that coming up right now!
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Here's a link to last season's rose show!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/887557/4009412
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If you'd like to ask us an "on-air" question or just leave a show comment, do it the old fashioned way, leave a voice mail at: (567) 318-2325
Or email us at: YourMidwestGarden@bex.net
________________
Like to check out our Facebook Page? Please "LIKE" it, follow along and even post, not only your garden pictures, but message us with questions. Plant, bug IDs, etc. Mike loves to help out!
https://www.facebook.com/Your-Midwest-Garden-Podcast-104823994541594
________________
If you happen to be in the Toledo or Perrysburg, Ohio area, please stop in at our sponsor's garden centers or visit them online at:
https://www.blackdiamondgrows.com

Black Diamond Garden Centers
Welcome Black Diamond Nursery & Lawn Service. We been a local business in Toledo for over 70 years!

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Support the show

Black Diamond Garden Centers; Toledo, Perrysburg and now Waterville Ohio!
https://blackdiamondgrows.com/

Please visit our Facebook and Instagram links!
https://www.facebook.com/yourmidwestgardenpodcast
@yourmidwestgardenpodcast



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