Mid-American Gardener

Mid-American Gardener: Dandelions, ornamental grasses, bagworms, and more

 

On this week’s episode of Mid-American Gardener host Dianne Noland and panelists Shane Cultra, Theresa Meers, and Jim Appleby discuss dealing with bagworms, timing the planting of ornamental grasses, and coping with one of our area's most persistent garden guests: dandelions. 

Air Dates and Times

Channel Day Time
WILL-TV, Urbana Thursday 7 pm (live)
  Saturday 11 am (repeat)
WTVP-TV, Peoria Saturday 11:30 am
WEIU-TV, Charleston Sunday 1:30 pm
WSEC-TV, Springfield Saturday 11 am
WQEC-TV, Quincy Saturday 11 am
WMEC-TV, Macomb Saturday 11 am
Lakeshore PBS, Chicago/Northwest Indiana Friday 1 pm

Featured Entry

Shady Plants for Hot Weather and a visit to Fresh Press Paper in Champaign

This week on Mid-American Gardener, Martie gives us her suggestions for shade-loving plants. She answers your garden questions and shares her expertise when it comes to landscape design and care. Plus, we visit Fresh Press Paper in Champaign, a local studio that turns agricultural waste into handmade artisanal paper. We take you through the process, learn about sustainable practices, and discover the art of papermaking.  

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