Episode #720

Propagating Figs

If you like figs, lots of figs, this is your day! Fig expert Ray Givan grows dozens of fig varieties in middle Georgia. He has a simple way to propagate his figs (even Walter can do it!) that allows him to share his figs with friends and neighbors. All you need is a pot, some dirt and a soft drink bottle.
Publication: Home Garden Figs

Planting Balled and Burlapped Trees

The most common way to plant a mid-sized tree is when it is dug and then the roots wrapped in burlap. Walter has a big kousa dogwood to install and he shows the steps used to help the tree succeed. Remember: “Right Plant, Right Place, Right Time and Right Planting Technique”.
Publication: Trees for the Landscape

Garden Hose Repairs

Walter is always bothered by waste. And one of the biggest wastes he sees is a perfectly good water hose put in the trash because someone didn’t know how to repair it. Walter compares different quality hoses and demonstrates how to repair one.