Year-Round Gardening
Year-Round Gardening gives basic gardening tips throughout the year. The instructional clips feature Penn State Extension Educators and Master Gardeners.
Episodes
Cleaning Garden Tools
Learn easy tips to clean your gardening tools to stop rust, prevent disease and give them longer life.
2/3/25 | 4m 30s
Poinsettia Care
Quit tips to keep poinsettia's healthy and vibrant for the holiday season.
12/18/24 | 3m 31s
Make Your Own Potting Mix
Learn to make your own potting mix to grow plants indoors or on your deck. It's a simple recipe, though it lacks an ingredient you might expect to be included: soil.
12/3/24 | 2m 53s
Growing Herbs Indoors
Learn the basics of growing your own herbs in your home. We’ll go over what herbs grow well in doors, proper planting, and more.
11/14/24 | 4m 45s
Grow Herbs from Cuttings
See how simple it can be to take a cutting from a friend or from your garden and learn quick tips to ensure your new plant thrives.
10/24/24 | 2m 46s
Harvesting & Preserving Herbs
Have a bumper crop of rosemary, basil or oregano? Learn quick tips for harvesting and preserving garden herbs.
10/4/24 | 6m 6s
Integrated Pest Management
Learn pesticide alternatives to keep your gardening free from pests & weeds.
8/28/24 | 2m 56s
Tree Pruning Tips
Quick tips for trimming trees to avoid damage, including the three-cut method.
8/12/24 | 3m 6s
Tick Protection & Lyme Disease Prevention
Tips to protect yourself from ticks and Lyme disease in the woods and in your own yard.
7/26/24 | 5m 9s
Plant Potting Basics
Learn quick tips for potting plants from Penn State Extension's Tom Butzler.
7/2/24 | 3m 7s
Soft Landings: Getting Started with Mulch Alternatives
Tired of mulch? Learn to use these wildlife-friendly alternatives in your landscaping, including a trick to put your old cardboard boxes to good use.
5/31/24 | 2m 41s
Soft Landings: Say No to the Mulch Volcano
Soft landings are a great alternative to that big pile of mulch many people put under their trees. Watch to find out more.
5/29/24 | 3m 19s
Tips for Fertilizing Your Lawn
Learn how to keep your lawn vibrant through the summer with fertilizer.
5/3/24 | 3m 21s
Tips for Reading Seed Packets
A seed packet doesn't just hold your seeds – it also tells you vital information to help your plants thrive.
4/23/24 | 2m 42s
Plan Your Garden with Seed Catalogs
The avalanche of seed catalogs is well underway. Here are some tips for getting your garden started.
3/29/24 | 4m 3s
Dehydrating Fruits and Vegetables
Quick tips on how to dehydrate fruits and vegetables.
2/27/24 | 4m 36s
Picking the Best Christmas Tree
Looking for the perfect Christmas tree? Penn State Extension's Tom Butzler gives tips for how to pick the right tree for the holiday season.
12/12/23 | 3m 41s
Winter Container Gardening
Container gardens are a great way to garden indoors during the winter months, or in spaces like an apartment complex, where you might not have room for a conventional garden.
11/28/23 | 4m 12s
Tips for Freezing Fruits and Vegetables
Freezing can be an easy and hassle-free way to preserve your fruits and vegetables from your garden.
11/3/23 | 4m 1s
Harvesting Winter Squash
Winter squash are generally harvested in the fall before Halloween, and there are some tell-tale signs for when they're ready.
10/18/23 | 2m 26s
The Science of Canning
Canning is a tried-and-true method of preserving and storing vegetables and fruit you grew in your garden.
9/29/23 | 3m 16s
Cool Season Vegetables
Even though we’re in the midst of summer, now is a good time to start planning your cool season vegetables.
9/16/23 | 2m 13s
Staking Tomato Plants
If you’re growing tomatoes, staking or trellising the plants can improve air flow, reduce the risk of blight and free up garden space.
8/11/23 | 2m 38s
How to Water Your Lawn
Watering your lawn properly is vital for the health of your grass. Here are some basic tips for lawn irrigation.
7/28/23 | 2m 51s
Planning a Pollinator Garden
Learn tips on planting a vibrant pollinator garden from Master Gardener Lisa Schneider.
7/21/23 | 5m 12s
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