USU Extension Gardening podcasts

Gabriela Murza, Utah State University Extension health and wellness specialist, gives some tips on reducing some of the aches and pains of gardening. 

Taun Beddes, Utah State University Extension horticulturist discusses gardening options for this summer of drought

Will your new plants survive the winter? A guide to understanding hardiness zones when you buy new plants. 

Some new ideas for replacing your grass lawn to save water this summer 

A few tips to get you started this Spring 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Dan Drost discusses final garden preparations before winter arrives 

Teryl Roper, Utah State University Extension fruit tree specialist, discusses ways to protect your trees from winter sunburn. 

Utah State University Wildlife specialist Terry Messmer debunks the myth of the sleepy Christmas mouse. 

Utah State University Extension pomologist, Teryl Roper discusses "when to know it's time to pick your apples?"  

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes and USU Extension turf Specialist Kelly Kopp discuss strategies for watering during a drought. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses common causes of delayed ripening of tomatoes 

Teryl Roper, Utah State University Extension palmologist, gives some tips on summer and fall tree care that can help your trees survive the coming winter. 

Dan Drost, Utah State University Extension vegetables specialist, gives some tips for summer heat garden care. 

Taun Beddes, Utah State University Extension horticulturist discusses a new invasive species called the Elm Seed Bug 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes and USU Extension turf specialist Kelly Kopp discuss drought and lawn issues and solutions. 

Utah State University horticulturists give their tips for July Gardening 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston gives a quick overview of treatment for common summer vegetable pests 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses how to tell what's wrong with your lawn and plants if you see browning. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses using clover and yarrow as lawn alternatives. 

Rick Heflebower, Utah State University Extension horticulturist in Washington County (the hottest place in Utah) gives some tips on water management and protecting your garden 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses common diseases and treatments for Sycamore and London Plane Trees with Savannah Peterson 

Just as humans must learn to adapt to changes in water availability during a drought, so must wildlife. Less water means less available habitat for wildlife, and since Utah is home to a sizable number of wildlife species, prolonged drought can create a perfect storm for human-wildlife conflict at the urban-wildland interface. Utah State University Extension wildlife specialist Terry Messmer discusses solutions. 

Did your fruit trees flower and set fruit this spring? If not, what can you do to encourage flowering and fruit sets? In this segment, we'll explore some common problems and how to mitigate them. Utah State University Extension pomologist Tyrel Roper offers some solutions. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses drought stress and diseases of walnut and pine trees. 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston discusses "Bee City" designation and the importance of pollinators. 

Taun Beddes, Utah State University Extension horticulturist and prolific podcaster explains the history of earwigs and gives tips for trapping and controlling them. 

Utah State University vegetables specialist Dan Drost gives some tips on shade and water conservation for you garden in June. 

Utah State University pomologist Teryl Roper discusses how and when to fertilize fruit trees. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses reasonable expectations for your lawn this summer and how to combat Creeping Spurge, Dandelions and Crabgrass. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes give his suggestions for easy-to-grow plants in the Intermountain West. 

Hummingbird Mint, Catmint, and Stella D'Oro Daylily, Bosnian Pine

Utah State University Extension pomologist Teryl Roper discusses best practices for planting new fruit trees. 

Utah State University Extension vegetables specialist Dan Drost gives time tip on spring vegetable planing. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes answers common spring planting questions such as "when to plant warm season vegetables and how to plant grass seed. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses cause and treatments for iron chlorosis. 

Diane Alston, Utah State University Extension entomologist discusses cicadas. Spring is a time to explore and learn about many kinds of insects as they emerge from their overwintering states and habitats. Cicadas are an interesting group of insects for multiple reasons. They are prehistoric-looking insects and spend the majority of their lives underground feeding on plant roots, especially trees and shrubs. This occurs in their immature or nymphal stage. 

Diane Alston, Utah State University Extension entomologist, discusses research on drought tolerance and pest resistance. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses how to successfully grow raspberries 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston discusses experimental treatments to stop Bark Beetles from eating your trees. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Rick Heflebower gives a few tips on choosing fruit trees. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Rick Heflebower gives his tips on planting April vegetables. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes answers common questions about fruit trees in the Intermountain West. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes answers common questions about turf care in the Intermountain West. 

Utah State University horticulturist Taun Beddes gives his suggestions for easy to grow shade tolerant perennials.

COVID-19 has caused all to change and adapt to new social distancing guidelines to mitigate the effects of the pandemic on their lives and communities.  In response to social distancing guidelines, innovative Utahns have engaged in new activities that still allow for family contact and explore new adventures. These activities have included increased participation in outdoor recreation and backyard agriculture to include gardening and chicken.

Rich Heflebower, USU Extension horticulturist in Washington County, discusses his seed choices for 2021.   

Kelly Kopp, USU Extension Turf Specialist discusses Lawn Mold. The term mold describes several fungal species that have a fuzzy appearance, especially when found on that loaf of bread in the back of the pantry that you forgot about.

Terry Messmer, Utah State University Wildlife specialists, discusses common habits of winter wildlife and how to prepare yourself. 

Rick Heflebower, Utah State University Extension horticulturist in Washington County, discusses winter care of citrus trees 

Rick Heflebower, USU Extension horticulturist in Washington County gives some tips on sorting through all the seed catalogs and online offers. 

This time of year, things are starting to mature from our late garden like beans, corn, pumpkins. It's also a good time to begin to think about planting a late fall garden. The air temperatures are cool, but the soil temperatures are warm. Rick Heflebower, USU Extension horticulturist in Washington County discusses some options. 

Dan Drost, USU Extension vegetable specialist discusses protecting your garden from frost and gives suggestions for cover crops you can plant now. 

Teryl Roper, USU Extension pomologist discusses Fall fruit tree care.  During September the last of the peaches and apples will be harvested. At the end of the season, it's time to begin preparing fruit trees for the cold weather that will surely come. The idea is to not do things that encourage growth. Here are some ideas to consider.

Utah State University vegetables specialist Dan Drost talks about melon harvesting 

Utah State University Extension vegetables specialist Dan Drost discusses helpful tips which can be founds at garden.usu.edu 

Utah State University entomologist Diane Alston talks about the Asian Giant Hornet or what some people are calling the Murder Hornet. You may have heard of this insect; it is a large hornet or wasp. It is one and a half to two inches long- so about the size of a matchbox.  

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston discusses the secret lives of Cicadas 

Utah State University Extension wildlife specialist Terry Messmer discusses how to have safe interactions with wildlife this summer. 

Utah State University Extension Wildlife Specialist Terry Messmer gives some tips on interacting with baby wildlife. 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston explains how to get press yard and garden pest advisories. 

Utah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses controversies surrounding home-brew herbicides versus commercially available products such as Roundup.  

Terry Messmer, USU Extension Wildlife Specialist discusses the history of animal to human disease transfer 

USU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses home irrigation systems; how to monitor them and new apps that can help regulated them. 

Utah State University Extension vegetables specialist gives April gardening updates. 

Rick Heflebower, USU Extension horticulturist in Washington County discusses planting dates for Northern and Southern Utah. 

Rick Heflebower, Utah State University Extension horticulturist in Washington County discusses seed scarcity and planning for your vegetable garden this year. 

Teryl Roper, Utah State University Extension pomologist explains the basic of fruit tree pruning. 

Nick Volesky, USU Extension Vegetable Integrated Pest Management associate discusses common pests in the greenhouse. 

Utah State University Extension vegetables specialist Dan Drost gives some quick tips on starting seeds. 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston discusses the benefits and characteristics of fire flies and glow worms. 

Terry Messmer, Utah State University Wildlife specialist discusses the impact of ravens and feral cats on native birds and other wildlife.

Rick Heflebower, Utah State University Extension horticulturist in Washington County discusses winter garden preparation especially for the warmer parts of Utah. 

Utah State University Extension vegetables specialist gives us some ideas check lists for February gardening planning. 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston talks about research on the acceptance of using insects as a food source. 

Great tips from Utah State University Extension wildlife specialist on how to protect your backyard birds from feral cats. 

Utah State University Extension vegetable specialist Dan Drost explains how to grow sprouts in your kitchen. 

Utah State University vegetables specialist Dan Drost gives tips on growing micro greens inside your home this winter. 

Utah State University Extension entomologist Diane Alston discusses identification and treatment of common pests that attack houseplants. 

Utah State University Wildlife Specialist Terry Messmer gives tips on living safely in Cougar country. 

Nick Volesky, USU Extension vegetable IPM associate gives some tips on how to keep your Halloween pumpkin from rotting too quickly. 

USU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes gives some tips on pre-winter garden care. 

Utah State University Extension wildlife specialist Terry Messmer gives some tips on keeping wildlife out of your home and also explains safe driving practices to avoid wildlife collisions.  

USU Extension fruit tree specialist Teryl Roper gives tip on helping your fruit trees survive winter 

Dan Drost, Utah State University Extension vegetable specialist, gives some tip on tomato storage. 

USU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes talks about fall season lawn care 

Happy Halloween season! USU Extension Entomologist talks about the spiders you are most likely to encounter in Utah. 

USU Extension fruit tree specialist Teryl Roper gives tips on late season and winter fruit tree care 

USU Wildlife Specialist Terry Messmer discusses rodent control as winter approaches

USU Extension horticulturist Dan Drost gives Garden tips for late September and early October 

USU Extension Wildlife Specialist Terry Messmer discusses the increase of raccoons in Utah and you can do to reduce the damage they can cause. 

USU Extension fruit tree specialist Teryl Roper discusses the problem of dealing older, taller fruit trees and why you might want to consider replanting. 

USU Extension entomologist Diane Alston explains what Stink bugs are, why this was the Summer of Stink bugs and what you can do to control them.

Dan Drost, USU Extension Vegetables specialist gives some tips on getting your garden through heat waves. 

USU Extension Entomologist discusses summer's most common stinging pests and how to avoid them. 

Teryl Roper, USU Extension Pomologist discusses watering fruit trees. Fruit trees that don’t receive enough water will have stunted growth and the leaves may wilt, curl and sunburn. Fruit can also be affected, resulting in fruit that is small, shriveled and sunburned. Thus, irrigating trees is very important during the spring, summer and fall in arid Utah.  

Dan Drost, USU Extension Vegetables Specialist gives tips for July Gardening 

USU Extension entomologist Diane Alston explains all the benefits of spiders.  Late summer and early fall is a peak time for spider activity. They are mating and laying eggs and getting ready to survive the winter.

According USU Extension Home Economist Cathy Merrill who teaches food safety and preservation in Utah County, electric pressure cookers such as the Instant Pot have become popular home kitchen appliances. They can do almost everything, except canning. 

USU Extension entomologist Diane Alston discusses July Pests. One of the newer invasives that came to us from Europe via Idaho and now is in northern Utah is called the elm seed bug.

USU Extension entomologist discusses how to control common summer garden insects such as leaf miners and grasshoppers.