An intro conversation to the water cycle and how water gets to our homes and gardens. Hanna interviews her sister Dr. Lundon Pinneo, professor of education at the University of Arkansas Little Rock.

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Jennifer Morris, Forest Health Specialist for the Nebraska Forest Service, joins us this week to help us recognize tree problems. She walks us through deciding if this is a 'wait and see', 'I can fix it', or 'call an arborist' issue.

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In this episode, we talk about the struggles and fun of gardening with pets. Toby joins us to talk about his experience and Sarah and Hanna share their tips.

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Tired of having a yard full of grass? Whether you are trying to create habitat, save water, be more sustainable, or are just plain tired of mowing we have some ideas for you! From small changes you can make today to be more environmentally friendly to full lawn replacements, and a few wild ideas just for fun.

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Let us help you learn how to design your own pollinator garden! Our online subscription provides everything you need to be your own landscape designer; Hanna and Sarah walk through how to use the Build-Your-Own Bloom Box program and offer suggestions on how to design without the materials or if you are outside the Great Plains.

Learn more about Build-Your-Own Bloom Box at plantnebraska.org/bloom-box

For more in depth show notes visit Bloom Box: Growing Deeper at: https://plantnebraska.org/podcast

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Spring Affair 2024 is right around the corner! Hanna and Sarah highlight a few plants that you should know about. They also share a few tips for shopping and making the most of the event. Spring Affair dates are:

• Thursday April 25th (Preview Party, visit website for tickets)
• Friday April 26th, 2-6 PM (open sale)
• Saturday April 27th, 9-noon (open sale).

For more information on sale dates and to view the full plant list visit: https://plantnebraska.org/resources-events/events/spring-affair.html

For more tips on making the most of your visit, listen to episodes:

• Bonus Spring Affair 2024 (4/24/2023)
• Live from Lincoln, It’s Spring Affair (4/24/2023)

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This week we are switching things up and talking about our favorite annuals for pots or temporary garden beds!

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Thinking about adding fruit trees or shrubs to your landscape this year? Bob Henrickson and Brad Kindler join us to talk about native fruits and more traditional fruits we can grow in our home landscapes, acreages or farms. We also talk about what to consider when deciding what to plant and how to choose fruits that will fit your gardening style and your family.

For more in depth show notes visit Bloom Box: Growing Deeper at: https://plantnebraska.org/podcast

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