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Think warm thoughts of spring while tending to your African violets

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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

What do you think makes African violets so popular?

On this edition of Talk of Iowa, host Charity Nebbe talks with Chris Currey of Iowa State University about a common houseplant that comes in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors.

Currey gives advice on how to make the challenge of caretaking for this finicky plant fun and in turn be rewarded with almost constant blooms. Horticulturist Aaron Steil also joins to help answer listeners' questions.

Guests:

  • Chris Currey, ISU associate professor of horticulture
  • Aaron Steil, ISU Extension consumer horticulture specialist
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Talk of Iowa HorticultureHort DayIowa State University
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.
Samantha McIntosh is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from St. Cloud State University. Since 2022, McIntosh has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.