Master Gardener Ed Buyarski encourages gardeners to continue watering and protecting their tender plants from near-frost conditions this week.
Matt Miller
Morning Host & Local News Reporter
I’m up early every weekday morning pulling together all the news and information you need to start your day. I find the stories unique to Juneau or Southeast Alaska that may linger or become food-for-thought at the end of your day. What information do you need from me to give your day some context?
Thunderstorm responsible for sound-and-light show in Juneau on Sunday
A lightning strike near the Thane substation is believed to be responsible for knocking out power in the entire Juneau area on Sunday.
Gardentalk – Ripe corn and woolly bear caterpillars
Also, a short preview of the Harvest Fair and Farmers Market at the Juneau Community Garden on Saturday, Aug. 24.
Gardentalk – ‘You can be the bee’
Master Gardener Ed Buyarski describes how humans can intervene and help out with the pollination process.
Gardentalk – How to eat your flowerbed
Beebalm, nasturtium, begonia and squash flowers are a great addition to any salad, while flowers from bolting radishes, turnips and broccoli can actually taste quite sweet.
Gardentalk – Juice, jams, jellies and pie. Oh, my!
Master Gardener Ed Buyarski has some inspiration for making something out of those blueberries, cherries, salmonberries and other berries you just picked.