Podcast Episodes

Gardenbite: Why are there holes in my roses? Roseslugs | #GoodGrowing

Roses are grown in many gardens for their large, showy, often fragrant flowers. If you grow roses, you may have noticed something eating the leaves of your plants, causing them to become unsightly. W…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Ep. 215 Get to Know Asclepias (Milkweed) 2025 plant of the year | #GoodGrowing

Episode 252

In this episode of the Good Growing Podcast, horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson dive deep into the fascinating world of milkweed—also known by its genus name, Asclepias. Whether you'…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ep. 214 Backyard grapes: From vine to wine, juice, or snack | #GoodGrowing

Episode 251

Have you ever dreamed of harvesting your own grapes right from your backyard? Or maybe you have a grape plant or two and are unsure of how to care for them. Check out this week's Good Growing Podcast…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ep. 213 Summer Mosquito Control: What Really Works to Keep Bites Away |#GoodGrowing

Episode 250

Tired of being a mosquito magnet? In this episode of the Good Growing podcast, horticulture educators Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson bust common mosquito myths and dive into what really works to keep t…

Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago

Ep. 212 Peonies: Beauty, history, and backyard blooms | #GoodGrowing

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Peonies are a springtime showstopper, fragrant, full, and beloved in gardens across the world. Check out this week’s Good Growing Podcast and explore the history of peonies, their flower forms, and t…

Published on 3 months ago

Gardenbite: The life and bites of buffalo gnats | #GoodGrowing

It’s late spring, which means buffalo gnats are back and biting. This week on the Good Growing Podcast, we take a look at buffalo gnats, where they live, their lifecycle, what you can do to avoid the…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Ep. 211 Gardening Tips for Spring: Hardening Off Plants and Managing Pests | #GoodGrowing

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Join Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson, horticulture educators with University of Illinois Extension, as they dive into the most pressing spring gardening questions. From getting seedlings ready for the g…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ep. 210 No Mow May: What is it and does it work in Illinois | #GoodGrowing

Episode 246

The calendar has turned to May, which means it’s time for No Mow May. No Mow May was started to help pollinators, but does No Mow May work well in Illinois? Check out this week’s Good Growing Podcast…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ep. 209 Vegetable gardening in small spaces | #GoodGrowing

Episode 245

From getting exercise to growing your own food to a sense of accomplishment, there are many benefits to having a vegetable garden. However, sometimes, we run into space restrictions and give up hope …

Published on 4 months ago

Ep. 208 IPM: Techniques, Tools, and Tips for a Healthier Garden | #GoodGrowing

Episode 244

Join Chris Enroth and Ken Johnson on the Good Growing podcast as they dive into the world of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). In this episode, they explore the foundational principles of IPM, includ…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago