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Jacob Burns of the Chicago Botanic Garden gives some tips on how to take care of your garden after it is hit with snow & ice! 

Jacob Burns of the Chicago Botanic Garden discusses how the Pantone Color of the Year can be used to spruce up your garden! 

Spring is almost here — an exciting time for gardeners! But before you jump into the dirt and start planting, there are a few things you need to check off your to-do list. That's why we're sharing the best way to clear perennials, how to clean your pruning shears and how much mul ...  Show more

Have you ever wanted to start a garden but didn't know where to start? How do you prepare your containers, lawn, or raised beds? What kind of garden can you even have in suburbia? In this episode we talk all about preparing your yard, balcony, or window for a garden. Check out ww ...  Show more

Whether you have big plans for a vegetable garden or a tiny pot of window sill herbs, this episode will help you get your green thumb. We cover the basics of hardiness zones, understanding good soil, and building raised beds so you can turn garden dreams into reality. (This episo ...  Show more

June tips from Life in a Garden Our Guest: Cary Goodwin (PR - Life is a Garden; Head Girl at Colourful Group) Winter has come - but that's no reason not to get out and get warm with some gardening chores. Keeping yourself and your plants well covered is key, and even if you're an ...  Show more