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Leyland Cypress can be a beautiful plant, but it’s not the best choice for all locations. On this episode we In the Garden Radio, Andre Viette talks about places you might want to plant and not want to plant Leyland Cypress.

In the Garden airs live, Saturday mornings between 8 – 11 a.m. eastern time. To talk to Andre and Mark Viette, call (540)-433-9782.

On June 9, 2024 Rodney Eagle and his wife Silvia will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. It’s also the 60th anniversary of Eagle Carpet. Rodney talks about growing up in Harrisonburg and stories from his 87 years in Harrisonburg.

Have you ever thought about what flowers are best for an occasion and which ones you should avoid? Harry Rief, with The Wishing Well, talks about choosing the right flowers and colors for different celebrations.

The approval of a new city budget could happen as early as tonight. City council woman Monica Banks and manager Andy Banks talked with Caleb Peek about a proposed tax increase on Early Mornings this morning. The ADA transition plan was also explained and some new projects that may be completed, thanks to some money headed toward the city.

Gerald Harman with Harrisonburg Turks, Jennifer Bell with Harrisonburg Tourism, and Michael Carmichael with Check-A-Vet

Sometimes the garden you planted was in full sun, but years go by and trees grow. Now that same garden is mainly shade. When you need to rethink that garden, consider Hosta. This beautiful plant features huge leaves and thrives in the shade! Andre Viette talks about the different varieties of Hosta on this episode of In the Garden.

Memorial Day weekend is a big weekend for gardeners. For many, it’s time to plant the vegetables and flowers and mulch the beds. Andre Viette talks about the many things you can do in the garden on this final weekend of May.

Pollen is a good thing, when it comes to gardening, but it’s certainly not a friend to those who suffer from allergies. On this episode of In the Garden, Andre Viette talks about the importance of pollen in the garden and how it helps plants.
In the Garden Radio airs Saturday mornings live from 8 – 11 a.m. eastern. You can call with gardening questions, 540-433-9782.