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Horticulturists recommend great gardening gifts

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

On the last Hort Day of the year, experts brainstorm presents for plant lovers.

It is no longer the growing season, but it is the giving season!

Aaron Steil and Cindy Haynes join Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe to share ideas for all the gardeners on your shopping list. Stocking stuffers for outdoorsy loved ones can include gloves, hats and a soil knife. For the relative with a blooming passion, purchase a reference book or a coffee table book of plant photography. Get crafty with a personally decorated pot for a proud houseplant owner, or gift a membership to Iowa’s public gardens to those who like to observe nature.

Experts also answer listener questions about cold-treating acorns to plant in spring, growing microgreens and more.

Guests:

  • Aaron Steil, Iowa State University Extension Horticulture Specialist
  • Cindy Haynes, professor of horticulture at Iowa State University
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Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
Aaron Steil is a Consumer Horticulture Specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Aaron contributes his expertise to the Garden Variety podcast and newsletter and to Talk of Iowa's Horticulture Day program.
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Natalie Dunlap is an award-winning digital producer and writer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa. Since 2024, Dunlap has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's digital audience.