Enhancing Plant Biodiversity for a Vibrant, Thriving Ecosystem
This is a list of Evergreen Thumb episodes related to Plant Biodiversity. The WSU Extension Master Gardener volunteer program promotes stewardship of diverse ecosystems through invasive species management, native species conservation, and restoration in landscapes.
Earth’s biodiversity, the diversity of life across all levels, is on the decline. Animal and plant species face extinction at a rate far surpassing the natural pace. Biological diversity acts as a safeguard against declines in ecosystem functioning. Recognizing and comprehending local environmental issues catalyzes taking action to preserve native and vulnerable plant and animal species. Practices like reducing lawns, managing invasive plants, and promoting the use of native plants contribute to supporting biological diversity, extending from individual backyards to broader bioregions and beyond.
For additional information on how WSU Extension Master Gardeners work to enhance plant biodiversity for a thriving ecosystem, visit the WSU Extension Master Gardener program website.
Sarah Stewart of WSU Forestry and The Women Owning Woodlands program joins us to talk about how to care for and manage your backyard forest.
In part three of our Program Priority Series Host Erin Hoover goes over the concept of Plant Biodiversity and how plant diversity supports the health of gardens by keeping pests & diseases from being strong enough to cause serious harm to any given plant.
Love low-effort gardens that grow delicious produce? Tune in to hear local PNW author and garden educator Lisa Taylor discuss the best edible perennials to grow in the Pacific Northwest.
USA National Phenology Network Director Theresa Crimmins joins us to explain how to use Phenology to optimize your planting and harvesting schedules.
In part two of our “Gardening Myths” series, host Erin Hoover separates fact from fiction on some widely believed plant remedies and techniques.
Can’t get enough mushrooms? Forester and author Kevin Zobrist shares how to grow Shiitake mushrooms right in your backyard.
Want to start saving your own seeds? Seed saving expert and Master Gardener Kamori Cattadoris shares her tips for seed saving success.
Evergreen Thumb Host and Master Gardener Erin Hoover explains plant guilds, food forests and fedges and how plants in these systems work together to support productive and healthy edible ecosystems.
Curious about noxious weeds? Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board education specialist Anne Schuster joins us to discuss how to find information about noxious weeds and why we need to keep them in check.
Cassie Cichorz joins us from WSDA to chat Japanese Beetles and what gardeners can do slow the spread of these invasive pests.
Keith Dekker, a Clallam County Master Gardener and PlantAmnesty volunteer, joins us to discuss how to prune your plants to prevent crimes against nature.
Soil is Alive! Join us today as we discuss the basics of soil biology. Plus, I review the January garden calendar.
Tim Kohlhauff, certified arborist, joins me to talk about winter issues in trees and shrubs.
Ever wonder what happens to pollinators in winter? Want to make sure they come back? Entomologist David James discusses overwintering garden pollinators.