Let's Garden with Scott Beuerlein

Let's Garden with Scott Beuerlein 7/4/2026 Hour 3

Join Scott and his guests, Mark Wessel and Joe Boggs, as they dive into the world of insect life cycles and the challenges of managing pests and diseases in the garden. As the summer season heats up, Joe Boggs shares his expertise on the cicada killer wasp, a beneficial insect that's often misunderstood. He explains how these wasps are actually helpful in keeping cicada populations under control, and how they're not as aggressive as they seem. Mark Wessel chimes in with a question about a common pest he's noticed in his garden, the two-lined spittlebug, and Joe provides insight into the life cycle of this insect. The conversation also touches on the importance of humidity levels in the garden, and how high temperatures can affect plant growth. Scott, Mark, and Gary discuss the challenges of managing humidity and provide tips on how to keep your home cool and comfortable during the hot summer months.   See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Let's Garden with Scott Beuerlein 7/04/2026 Hour 2

The guys share some fascinating stories about the Founding Fathers and their love for gardening, including Thomas Jefferson's impressive vegetable garden at Monticello and George Washington's formal gardens and botanical hothouses. The hour also delves into the world of red, white, and blue plants, with the speaker discussing the rarity of blue flowers and the challenges of creating them. They explore the science behind plant pigments and the unique characteristics of certain flowers, such as the Himalayan poppy and the blue lobelia. The conversation is peppered with interesting facts and anecdotes about gardening and the natural world. Scott and Mark also shares some personal stories, including their own experiences with drought-tolerant plants and the importance of mulching in the heat of summer. They also discuss the history of gardening at the White House, from Rutherford Hayes' tree-planting initiative to Jacqueline Kennedy's rose garden See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Let's Garden with Scott Beuerlein 7/4/2026 Hour 1

This hour of Let's Garden is a must-listen for anyone looking to stay cool and connected to nature during the sweltering summer months. Join Scott and his guest Mark, a chief horticulturist with Gardens Alive, as they dive into the world of plants that can help you beat the heat. Scott and Mark discuss the importance of shade trees in providing relief from the heat and share their favorite plants that can thrive in hot and dry conditions. From the cool and fragrant Russian sage to the stunning blue annual Salvius, these plants are sure to inspire your next gardening project. They also touch on the topic of heat safety, sharing valuable tips on how to stay cool and avoid heat-related illnesses. As they explore the world of plants, Scott and Mark chat about their personal favorites, including the Echinasha, a cone flower that's been having a great year, and the Aphrodite callicanthus, a shrub that's both deer-proof and shade-tolerant. They also discuss the importance of choosing the right plants for your garden, and how to care for them to ensure they thrive. So, if you're looking for some inspiration and advice on how to beat the heat with your garden, tune in to this hour of Let's Garden. Scott and Mark share their expertise and passion for gardening, and you'll be sure to learn something new and exciting. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation - listen now and get ready to grow! See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Let's Garden with Scott Beuerlein 6/27/2026 Hour 3

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Let's Garden with Scott Beuerlein 6/27/2026 Hour 2

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