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Eight O'clock Landscape Hour with John Jay Harper
Broadcasting on KTAR & KNST, KAFF & KGVY: Click the segment links below to listen to the archive or click the iTunes icon to the right to download this hour's Podcast.
Segment 1 (running time 13:12)
"It's time to feed the plants that feed you!"
It's Memorial Day and that means it's time to fertilize your citrus trees! Use this beautiful three day weekend to get your yard healthy and enjoyable for the long summer nights ahead!
- New Tool for the Garden; The Potwheelz.....Save your back!!!
John Jay Discusses Granular vs. Liquid Fertilizer.
Segment 2 (running time 6:37)
- Be careful on planting too deep.
- Dig your hole nice and wide to let the roots grow wide.
- Soaking your ground before you start digging will make the digging easier.
Segment 3 (running time 13:35)
Caller:
- Walt - Wants help identifying a tree he doesn't think is native to the desert.
Tip - Take a picture to a nursery, but John Jay thinks it's probably a Tabebuia Tree.
More Tool Recommendations from the National Hardware Show:
Segment 4 (running time 5:42)
- James - Trying to identify a weed and didn't have any luck at the big box stores. Weed has little pods on it.
Recommendation - Email a photo to info@rosieonthehouse.com
The guys talk fertilizer, pre-emergent, thatching and how to do it right to cut down on yard work throughout the year.
Nine O'clock Hour with Rosie & Romey
Broadcasting on KTAR & KNST, KAFF & KGVY: Click the segment links below to listen to the archive or click the iTunes icon to the right to download this hour's Podcast.
Segment 1 (running time 13:02)
Asphalt Repair - Try Road Rescue Asphalt or Hi-Tech Asphalt Solutions.
Visiting with Spencer Quinn about his innovative new product for fixes around the home, Fiber Fix.
Segment 2 (running time 5:47)
Remember on this Memorial Day weekend to buy American when you can. Support the US Economy and reward the innovators across our country!
Caller:
- Tom - Buying a new home and it has termite damage. Wants to know the odds of a re-infestation?
Segment 3 (running time 11:57)
Use this product as a replacement for concrete - An epoxy from Fast2K!!
Visiting with Mark Andol with Made in America. An American Story for American Products!
Segment 4 (running time 6:43)
American's need entrepeneurs! Get your kids active. Teach them to work with their hands and be creative. The next great American innovation could be from your son or daughter.
Mark recommends The American Made Movie and get motivated to support American Made Products.
Ten O'clock Hour with Rosie & Romey
Broadcasting on KTAR & KNST, KAFF & KGVY: Click the segment links below to listen to the archive or click the iTunes icon to the right to download this hour's Podcast.
Segment 1 (running time 11:33)
Locally.....
- Visit Local First Arizona.
- Flags Galore & More - USA flags should be American Made.....duh!!!
- Old Glory Gifts
Great story about building an all made in American Home from ABC news....and Another.
Segment 2 (running time 7:11)
We discuss how to attract wildlife around your home. (The right kind of wildlife!)
Jennifer recommends visiting the National Wildlife Federation's Website or Arizona Fish & Game to get started.
- If you're trying to bring wildlife to your yard, think about these.
- Use barriers to protect plants.
- How to attract pollinators.
- Walkways should be lit and clear of plants. Don't attract things right by your home or walkways.
Segment 3 (running time 11:49)
Our very own Stan Zumbrennen is a U.S. Coast Guard Veteran. He shares a story from his days on the water.
Bats are great pollinators!
Bat Conservation and Management - They might make you go "ewww" but they're great for your yard. Just don't put one of these bat houses near your backdoor!
Hummingbirds are pollinators too and probably a little more attractive than a bat.
Learn more from a local store....Wild Birds Unlimited in Mesa.
Bees, bees, bees....we need more!
Segment 4 (running time 6:30)
Congratulations to a new Arizona StayCation winner.....Doug from Green Valley!
Signup at Rosie On The House website...you could win a free trip anywhere in the state. Take a new vehicle from Sanderson Ford, we'll pay for your gas, lodging and treats for the weekend. Find out why we love every corner of Arizona!
Thanks to the Cerreta Candy Company! Sign Up for one of their Chocolate Summer Camp, Yum!
We finish up our Urban Farming and talk edible landscape.
A Great Resource Jennifer found - Desert Harvestor's in Tucson.
Happy Memorial Day and remember those today that paid the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom's we all enjoy. Thank a veteran, teach your children what today is truly about. If there were ever a weekend to remember Rosie's words about paying it forward, this is it!
Have a great week and join us every Saturday morning from 8 to 11!