17 episodes

In this podcast, lifelong gardener Don Kinzler joins host John Lamb for a weekly dig into the fruitful topic of gardening in the upper Midwest (North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, eastern Montana and southern Manitoba).

Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with North Dakota State University Extension for Cass County. He has been a trusted resource for gardeners in the region for decades. Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and a novice gardener, ready to learn.

Questions for Don? Email him at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.

Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast Forum Communications Co.

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In this podcast, lifelong gardener Don Kinzler joins host John Lamb for a weekly dig into the fruitful topic of gardening in the upper Midwest (North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, eastern Montana and southern Manitoba).

Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with North Dakota State University Extension for Cass County. He has been a trusted resource for gardeners in the region for decades. Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and a novice gardener, ready to learn.

Questions for Don? Email him at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.

    Weeds are the worst. Here's how you get the upper hand.

    Weeds are the worst. Here's how you get the upper hand.

    Gardening is a fun, relaxing activity ... but weeds can really get on your nerves.
    In this episode, Don and John talk about the best ways to manage weeds in your yard and garden, whether that's preventative measures, chemicals, or a kitchen knife and good knee pads.
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    "Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast" is a show for gardeners in the upper Midwest and is based in Fargo, North Dakota. Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with NDSU Extension in Cass County, a lifelong gardener, and a trusted resource for gardeners throughout our region.
    Co-host John Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. John bought a house a few years ago and has taken up gardening, so he has a lot of questions for Don.
    If you have a question for an upcoming episode of "Growing Together," email Don at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.
    To read Don's weekly gardening columns, visit The Forum website: https://www.inforum.com/don%20kinzler

    • 39 min
    All about container gardening, from thrillers to spillers to fillers

    All about container gardening, from thrillers to spillers to fillers

    Container gardening is having a moment nowadays as more people liven up their decks and patios with interesting potted plants, or turn to pots as a way to breathe life into smaller outdoor living spaces.
    What are thrillers, spillers and fillers? In today's show, Don and John give you some ideas on what to put in your pots and talk about how to give them the best care.

    • 46 min
    Whip your sad-looking lawn into shape

    Whip your sad-looking lawn into shape

    There's a bit of a trend among homeowners in our area this season: patchy-looking lawns.
    What's causing your lousy lawn and what's the best way to get it into shape? Don and John tackle turf in this episode, giving you the knowhow you need to get the sharpest blades on the block.
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    "Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast" is a show for gardeners in the upper Midwest and is based in Fargo, North Dakota. Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with NDSU Extension in Cass County, a lifelong gardener, and a trusted resource for gardeners throughout our region.
    Co-host John Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. John bought a house a few years ago and has taken up gardening, so he has a lot of questions for Don.
    If you have a question for an upcoming episode of "Growing Together," email Don at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.
    To read Don's weekly gardening columns, visit The Forum website: https://www.inforum.com/don%20kinzler
     

    • 46 min
    Tips for planting just about everything in your lawn and garden

    Tips for planting just about everything in your lawn and garden

    With the threat of a late frost become less and less likely, now's the time to think about getting your trees, shrubs, perennials and more into the ground and off to a good start.
    In this episode, Don and John go over some of the most commonly planted items and give you some tips and tricks to plant them correctly.
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    "Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast" is a show for gardeners in the upper Midwest and is based in Fargo, North Dakota. Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with NDSU Extension in Cass County, a lifelong gardener, and a trusted resource for gardeners throughout our region.
    Co-host John Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. John bought a house a few years ago and has taken up gardening, so he has a lot of questions for Don.
    If you have a question for an upcoming episode of "Growing Together," email Don at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.
    To read Don's weekly gardening columns, visit The Forum website: https://www.inforum.com/don%20kinzler
     

    • 43 min
    What's new at the garden centers? Horticulturist Audrey Gilbraith talks new varieties for 2023

    What's new at the garden centers? Horticulturist Audrey Gilbraith talks new varieties for 2023

    Garden centers are opening across our region, stocked with new varieties, colors and twists on old favorites.
    Don and John are joined by Audrey Gilbraith for a rundown of the exciting new annuals, vegetables, perennials and more available this season.
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    "Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast" is a show for gardeners in the upper Midwest and is based in Fargo, North Dakota. Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with NDSU Extension in Cass County, a lifelong gardener, and a trusted resource for gardeners throughout our region.
    Co-host John Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. John bought a house a few years ago and has taken up gardening, so he has a lot of questions for Don.
    If you have a question for an upcoming episode of "Growing Together," email Don at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.
    To read Don's weekly gardening columns, visit The Forum website: https://www.inforum.com/don%20kinzler

    • 37 min
    Starter plants vs. starting from seed, oozing maples, bumpy lawns and more from the listener mailbag

    Starter plants vs. starting from seed, oozing maples, bumpy lawns and more from the listener mailbag

    You have burning questions, Don and John have answers.
    In this episode of "Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast" our hosts field questions from fellow gardeners in need of help or recommendations. If you have your own questions you'd like handled during the show, email Don Kinzler at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.
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    "Growing Together: A Gardening Podcast" is a show for gardeners in the upper Midwest and is based in Fargo, North Dakota. Don Kinzler is a horticulturist with NDSU Extension in Cass County, a lifelong gardener, and a trusted resource for gardeners throughout our region.
    Co-host John Lamb is an arts and entertainment reporter for The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead. John bought a house a few years ago and has taken up gardening, so he has a lot of questions for Don.
    If you have a question for an upcoming episode of "Growing Together," email Don at donald.kinzler@ndsu.edu.
    To read Don's weekly gardening columns, visit The Forum website: https://www.inforum.com/don%20kinzler

    • 42 min

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