Ken Druse Real Dirt

In this show, Ken and Vicki visit with Margaret Roach, former editor of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, and host of the popular blog, A Way to Garden. Also, we gush about our favorite apples and and oldie but goodie, super simple recipe. Be sure to visit realdirtradio.com for the recipe and other good stuff!

In this show, Ken and Vicki talk about "what to do now"in the garden and share how to preserve beautiful foliage. They also discuss the "new" zone map that the FDA is working on and books that will help you get to know the trees you live with.

In this show, Ken talks with the Queen of Container Gardens, Rita Randolph. A lot of great things are happening at public gardens...check it out. And, Ken reviews a terrific new book. Be sure to visit our website www.realdirtradio.com for photos and lots more info and links from this show.

...to win a signed copy of Ken's new book, Planthropology! Listen to this week's show to learn how. In this show, Ken also talks about legislation before the U.S. Congress that would fund "nature education" in American schools. He also introduces his new hosta...and needs your help giving it a name. And, he tells us about another new coneflower, 'Green Envy,' that will be on the market next spring. To view photographs and find links relating to this week's show, be sure to visit www.realdirtradio.com

Ken spots a few trends at the Wave Hill Garden Party and Auction and your favorite garden hero could win a whole lot of great plants. Visit our website to learn more about the contest www.realdirtradio.com

In this show, Ken gives expert advice for taking cuttings of your favorite late-flowering salvias and we talk about gorgeous, rare tulips and how to care for our beloved but drought-stressed shade trees. Be sure to visit our website www.realdirtradio.com for more information

Ken and Vicki talk about mums, the good and the bad...and ask: Where are all the different shapes and colors that used to grace nursery benches? Also, some food talk centering on pears and cheese. Be sure to visit our website for more info and links. www.realdirtradio.com

In this show, we chat with Louis Bauer, Director of Horticulture at Greenwood Gardens, a former privat estate now making the transition to becoing a public garden. Bauer also creates gorgeous container gardens and shares how he winters over the many tropical plants he uses. Be sure to visit our web site www.realdirtradio.com

Ken and Vicki talk about flowering plants shining in their gardens now and Ken answers a listener's question: what are some shrubs that feature wonderful fall color? Also, Vicki shares her plans for a bed of miniature bulbs and Ken and Vicki share favorite ways to cook summer squash. Visit our website, www.realdirtradio.com, for pictures and recipes.

Ken interviews Debra Prinzing, author of Stylish Sheds and Elegant Hideways. Also, we learn about fragrant lilies and where to find bulbs for wonderful heirloom lilies--and Ken teaches us how to grow martagons from seed! Be sure to visit our website for links and lots of great info.

In this show, Ken talks with garden designer Tim Patterson about his interesting journey from Scotland to the U.S. and how he helps clients create the garden they desire. We read listener emails with some great tips for using/drying basil and further testimonials for treating poison ivy rash. And we talk about a wonderful book, Native Trees, Shrubs, and Vines: A Guide to Using, Growing, and Propagating North American Woody Plants by William Cullina Be sure to visit our website www.realdirtradio.com

Ken talks about why western wildfires are getting worse...and the manifesto behind our slogan, "Give Plants A Chance." Also: some useful facts about Basil, news about new shoes and paperless catalogs and magazines. Be sure to visit our website for lots of good stuff and archived shows: www.realdirtradio.com

In this show, Vicki talks with "Dr. E.V." about the good side of poison ivy. Then she and Ken talk about products that will help you deal with the horrible rash that can result from coming in contact with the @%** stuff. Also, the return of the "Jersey Tomato." Be sure to visit our website realdirtradio.com for some great resource links for topics covered in this weeks show.

In this show, Ken talks about hydrangeas...GREAT hydrangeas and Vicki interviews Jeff, a long-time fan of KDRD, garden blogger and a man after our own hearts: he LOVES plants. last but not least Vicki shares some great recipes for hot days.

In this show, Ken reviews two movies, gives excellent advice for pruning wisteria and roses. Also, he tells us what the Declaration of Independence, an oak tree and a wasp have in common. And, we read a listener's email about a boxwood named for his father. Visit www.realdirtradio.com to read more about Ken and visit his garden.

Vicki negotiates with her neighbor over his hedge and Ken gives important advice regarding boxwood--and some plants that should not be used for hedges. Be sure to visit our website, realdirtradio.com

In this show Ken presents a creative solution to a perennial problem with perennials. Vicki talks about it not being too late in the season for planting vegetables in containers. Also, Ken takes us on a quick tour of a fantastic celebrity garden in Connecticut. Be sure to visit our website realdirtradio.com, for links and to access the archive to all our previous shows.

On this week's episode of Ken Druse REAL DIRT Radio, Vicki unearths some interesting uses for garlic and Ken shares a tale or two about Kalmia, aka mountain laurel. Join us for information you can use both in the garden and the kitchen and some good laughs along the way.

In this show Ken answers a listener's question about crabapple problems and warns us about bamboo. Vicki talks about two more ground covers that are doing well in her garden. Be sure to visit our website www.realdirtradio.com to view photographs and so much more.

In this show, Ken talks about some remarkable gardens he visited in San Diego, California. Also, he shares more Planthropology about one of our favorite garden stars...and we squeeze in some listener email. Be sure to visit our web site www.realdirtradio.com to view Ken's photographs of San Diego gardens.