Mid-American Gardener

Mid-American Gardener: Everything you’ve wanted to know about boxwoods!

 

Host Tinisha Spain talks with guests Ella Maxwell, Dave Ploussard and Karen Ruckle discuss all things boxwoods, the best way to grow basil, and when is the best time to start moss roses . Panelists also answer viewer questions and take calls about how to get your indoor plants through this patch of no sun!

If you have questions (send photos if you have them!), we’ve got you covered. Send questions to yourgarden@gmail.com, post them on Facebook, or leave us a voicemail at (217) 300-8224. We just might look to include them in a future show or podcast!

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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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