Vermont Garden Journal

Vermont Garden Journal: Our Relationship With Roses

Fri, 25 May 2012 17:55:00 -0400

Charlie Nardozzi discusses our complex relationship with roses.

Vermont Garden Journal: Heirloom Tomatoes

Fri, 18 May 2012 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi shares his tips for growing heirloom tomatoes!

Vermont Garden Journal: Geraniums

Fri, 11 May 2012 17:55:00 -0400

I'm Charlie Nardozzi and this is the Vermont Garden Journal. I've always try to get creative on Mother's Day with unique gifts for mom, but this year I'm going traditional. I'm giving her geraniums. Pelargoniums have been know as old fashioned flowers, but they're really making a comeback. With new leaf and flower colors, geraniums will surprise you.

Vermont Garden Journal: Artichoke

Fri, 04 May 2012 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, all about artichokes!

Vermont Garden Journal: Coral Bells

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:55:00 -0400

Coral bells are the National Garden Bureau's perennial flower of the year.

Vermont Garden Journal: Paw Paws

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:55:00 -0400

Paw paw is a temperate climate relative of tropical fruits such as cherimoya. It's native to the Eastern United States, hardy to zone 5, and grows wild as an understory tree in the forest.

Vermont Garden Journal: Spring Wildflowers

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:55:00 -0400

What kinds of spring wildflowers can we look for? Charlie Nardozzi spots a few this week on The Vermont Garden Journal.

Vermont Garden Journal: Italian Veggies

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 17:55:00 -0400

We've heard of tomatoes, garlic, and eggplant at your favorite Italian restaurant. But what other garden veggies go well with your pasta?

Plant Hardiness Zones

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:55:00 -0400

Plant hardiness zones is a USDA system of mapping out average winter minimum temperatures across the country so gardeners can know what perennial flowers, trees, and shrubs most likely will survive in their area.

Garden Clean-Up

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:55:00 -0400

For this last Vermont Garden Journal for 2011, let's talk garden clean-up.

The Vermont Garden Journal: Jack-O'-Lanterns

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi shares tips for making carving pumpkins easier, and for making the result last longer!

The Vermont Garden Journal: Ornamental Grasses

Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi shares some tips on how to grow some of his favorite ornamental grasses.

The Vermont Garden Journal: Gourds

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Ornamental gourds originated in Asia thousands of years ago and have spread around the world. This week, Charlie Nardozzi shares tips on growing and using gourds.

The Vermont Garden Journal: Cover Crops

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi extolls the benefits of cover crops!

Vermont Garden Journal: Green Shakes!

Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, host Charlie Nardozzi has some ideas for green shakes!

Vermont Garden Journal: Asters

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, host Charlie Nardozzi shares tips for cultivating asters.

Vermont Garden Journal: Flooded Gardens

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, host Charlie Nardozzi shares tips on dealing with flooded plants.

Vermont Garden Journal: Facebook Q&A

Sat, 03 Sep 2011 08:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, host Charlie Nardozzi answers a variety of questions, including tips on how to turn your green pepper and tomatoes red!

Vermont Garden Journal: Sweet Potatoes

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Believe it or not, you can grow sweet potatoes in Vermont!

The Perennial Hibiscus

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi shares tips for maintaining your perennial hibiscus.

Vermont Garden Journal: Pears

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week, Charlie has some recommendations for hardy pear varieties that thrive in Zone 4.

Vermont Garden Journal: Planting for a Fall Harvest

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:55:00 -0400

When you want fresh vegetables through the fall, you'll want to plant now. Charlie also explains why it's good to be merciless in the mid-summer garden on this week's Vermont Garden Journal.

Vermont Garden Journal: Flowering Shrubs

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi surveys some options for flowering shrubs!

Vermont Garden Journal: Edible Flowers

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:55:00 -0400

There are a number of delicious flowers for you to use in the kitchen. On this week's Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie profiles edible flowers.

Vermont Garden Journal: The Emerald Ash Borer

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Have you wondered what those purple boxes in the trees are? Charlie explains. And we learn what to do with an overgrown zucchini.

Vermont Garden Journal: Elderberries

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 17:55:00 -0400

One of Charlie's favorite midsummer flowering shrubs is the elderberry. Listen to the Vermont Garden Journal Friday and Saturday to find out why.

Vermont Garden Journal: Woodchucks

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Who cares about woodchucks chuck'n wood, when they are living in the garden!
This week on the Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi addresses one of the most persistent of pests; the woodchuck.

Vermont Garden Journal: Big Bad Beetles

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:55:00 -0400

These beetles don't harmonize, they decimate. Flea, cucumber, potato, and asparagus are all beetles that love your veggies. Charlie Nardozzi offers some organic controls this week on The Vermont Garden Journal.

Vermont Garden Journal: Peonies

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week, Charlie Nardozzi offers tips on enjoying and growing peonies; including successful transplanting and disease control.

Vermont Garden Journal: Mosquitoes

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:55:00 -0400

With record rainfalls, you can expect a record number of mosquitoes this year. On the Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie Nardozzi debunks mosquito myths and shares some advice for coping with mosquitoes without harming the environment.

The Vermont Garden Journal: Basil

Fri, 03 Jun 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week on the Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie examines basil. It’s not just for making pesto! From its origins to harvesting techniques, Charlie Nardozzi leaves no leaf unturned.

Allergy-Free Gardening

Fri, 27 May 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Why are more and more people suffering from allergies? Charlie Nardozzi says there's more pollen in the air than ever before. This week on the Vermont Garden Journal, he'll explain why that is and what you can do about it.

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Fri, 20 May 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Things are getting hot on the Vermont Garden Journal this week.
Red hot chili peppers are in the spotlight and they range in strength from mild to so-strong-they-are-used-for-national-defense.

Vermont Garden Journal: Ornamental Edibles

Fri, 13 May 2011 16:00:00 -0400

Charlie explores varieties of many shrubs and trees normally thought of as ornamentals that also produce great fruits for eating.

Mother's Day In The Garden

Fri, 06 May 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week, Charlie shares a brief history of Mother's Day and offers some garden gift advice.

Dandelions

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Dirty little weeds or delicious salad greens? Charlie Nardozzi shines a light on dandelions.

Vermont Garden Journal: Getting to the Roots

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Charlie shares the method and science of planting shrubs and trees, starting with the bare roots.

Jerusalem Artichokes

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 17:55:00 -0400

Neither from Jerusalem nor a relative of the artichoke, how did the Jerusalem artichoke get it's name? Tune in to the Vermont Garden Journal to find out.

New Flower Varieties

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:55:00 -0400

This week, the Vermont Garden Journal satisfies springtime urges. While some share wedding plans Charlie shares flower varieties that are old, new, borrowed, and blue - no wedding necessary.

New Vegetable Varieties

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 17:55:55 -0400

The Vermont Garden Journal is back with weekly organic gardening advice from horticulturist Charlie Nardozzi. Listen Friday at 5:55pm and Saturday at 8:55am for the Vermont Garden Journal, and follow the conversation all season long on Facebook.

Garlic

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 13:04:00 -0400

This week Charlie has some things to consider when planting garlic.

Planting Tulips

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 13:04:00 -0400

On this episode of The Vermont Garden Journal, Charlie will be talking about planting tulips.

Fall Lawn Preparation

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 13:04:00 -0400

Charlie Nardozzi will be giving tips on how to prep your lawn for Fall.

Overwintering Perennial Herbs

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 13:04:00 -0400

Charlie has some tips for protecting your perennial herbs from the cold of winter.

Grapes

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 13:04:00 -0400

Charlie has some tips for growing sweet and juicy table grapes.

Dahlias

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:04:00 -0400

Now is the time to cut and prepare Dahlias for winter. This week Charlie will have some ideas on how to maintain these beautiful flowers.

Exhibiting At The Fair

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 13:04:00 -0400

Charlie talks about viewing and exhibiting veggies, fruits, and flowers at the Fair.

Butterfly Bushes

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 13:04:00 -0400

Charlie has some tips for planting bushes to attract butterflies.

Putting Food By

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:04:00 -0400

At this time of the year in the vegetable garden, it's time to think about what to eat and what to put up. Charlie has suggestions for putting vegetables by.

Rose Of Sharon

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 13:04:00 -0400

August is when we see the Rose of Sharon bloom in the northeast. Charlie has some suggestions for cultivating these beautiful flowering bushes.