Soil Health Secrets: How to Build Resilient Garden Soil
In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb, host Erin Hoover explores the principles of soil health and how gardeners can apply them to create resilient, productive soil.
A Podcast for Home Gardeners
Brought to you by the WSU Extension Master Gardener Program
and the Master Gardener Foundation of Washington State
A Podcast for Home Gardeners
Brought to you by the WSU Extension Master Gardener Program
and the Master Gardener Foundation of Washington State
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Soil Health Made Simple: A Practical Guide
In part eight of our Program Priority Series, we cover the topic of soil health. Small Farms and Master Gardener Program Coordinator Tessa Halloran joins host Erin Hoover to talk about why it is important to keep our soil healthy.
The Washington Bee Atlas: Discovering the Secrets of our Native Bees
Want to help save the bees? Washington Bee Atlas Pollinator Taxonomist Karen Wright joins host Erin Hoover to talk about the Washington Bee Atlas and how to get involved to help gather data about our native bee populations.
The Fire-Ready Garden: How to Make Your Yard Safer
In part seven of our Program Priority Series we go over the topic of wildfire preparedness. Forester of 37 years and Master Gardener Al Murphy joins host Erin Hoover with tips to make your yard safer in case of wildfires.
How to Choose Fire-Resistant Plants for Your Landscape
Agronomist and WSU Extension faculty member of 47 years Jim Kropf joins host Erin Hoover to discuss strategies for selecting fire-resistant plants for your landscape, no matter where you live in Washington.
Conserving Water In The Garden: What Every Gardener Should Know
In part six of our Program Priority Series, we cover the topic of water conservation. Master Gardener Mason Neil joins host Erin Hoover to talk about why we need to work to conserve our water and share strategies on how to conserve water in our gardens and natural spaces.
Simple Irrigation Strategies for a Thriving Home Garden
WSU's Teaching Professor of Horticulture Austin Little joins host Erin Hoover to talk about irrigation strategies to keep your plants healthy & thriving while conserving water.
Pollinators: Why We Need Them And How To Help
In part 5 of our Program Priority Series, we cover pollinators. Certified Pollinator Steward Laurie Swan joins host Erin Hoover to discuss why we need to take care of our pollinators and provides listeners with strategies for helping native bees and other pollinators thrive in home and community landscapes.
Inside the New WSU Green School with Jennifer Marquis
WSU Extension Master Gardener State Program Leader Jennifer Marquis joins host Erin Hoover to introduce the WSU Green School.
Sneak Peek: WSU Master Gardener Advanced Education Conference 2025
Excited for AEC 2025? Join us as Educational Outreach Program Lead Jackie Trimble and Conference Director Cathi Lamoreux sit down with our host, Erin Hoover, to share a sneak peek of the amazing speakers and topics we have in store. Don't miss it!