Delmarva Gardens

Delmarva Gardens is hosted by Ginny Rosenkranz, commercial horticulture extension specialist with the University of Maryland Cooperative Extension. You can catch monthly episodes Saturdays at 9:00 am on Public Access Channel 14 in Salisbury and Wicomico County. (See the PAC 14 Programming Guide for other time slots.)

You can also watch past episodes online, right here via streaming video. You'll need realPlayer to watch the earlier episodes, or Windows Media Player to watch the more recent ones. If you don't have either player installed on your computer, they can both be downloaded for free. Available episodes of Delmarva Gardens are listed below.

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If you have lawn and garden questions that you would like Ginny to answer on the air, call PAC 14 at 410-546-3670 or Email Ginny.

2007 Episodes
Orchids without a Greenhouse - November 2007
Ginny talks about different varieties of orchids that you can be grown in your own home, on the bark of trees, or in pots. (running time 22:14)
Trees, Shrubs and Perennials - October 2007
This is the perfect time to be planting trees and Shrubs. Ginny also shows you how to transplant and share your perennials and plant bulbs. (running time 33:06)
Putting in a Perennial Lawn - September 2007
Ginny helps you use the right seed, chemicals and equipment to overseed your perennial lawn before the winter annuals take over. (running time 29:04)
Beat the Heat with a Garden Pond - July 2007
Ginny shows you how to add a water feature to your garden. Learn to create and care for a backyard pond, large or small, and include plants, fish and fountains. (running time 27:40)
Playing with Perennials - June 2007
Herbaceous perennials die off every winter then come back every spring time. Join Ginny and learn to make the most of these wonderful plants. (running time 27:14)
Get Out There and Plant Annuals - May 2007
Do you need annuals for the sun? Or annuals for the shade? Ginny helps you put the right annual in the right pot with the right soil. (running time 28:21)
Start your Out-door Gardening In-doors - March 2007
Don't let cold and windy March weather delay your spring gardening. Ginny shows you how to get a early start inside. (running time 26:36)
Surround Yourself with Color - February 2007
February doesn't have to be a dreary month when Ginny shows you how to use colorful flowering plants to brighten up any room in your house. (running time 22:40)
2006 Episodes
Holiday Trimmings Fresh from the Garden - December 2006
Ginny shows you how to make inexpensive wreaths and holiday floral arrangements from the winter greenery in your garden. (running time 36:07)
On a Warm Day in November - November 2006
Ginny discusses a number of November garden chores, including raking leaves, breaking up hastas, and pruning. (running time 27:21)
October Surprise! - October 2006
Things aren't always what they seem when Ginny helps you fill your garden with colorful surprises. (running time 26:48)
The Perfect Time for a Perfect Lawn - September 2006
If you have a sunny lawn, now's the time to get your soil tested and put down lyme and fertilizer. If your lawn is shady, Ginny has some fun alternatives. (running time 28:40)
The Good, The Bad, and The Pretty - July 2006
Dr. Gerry Brust joins Ginny to talk about bugs - both good and bad - in your flower and vegetable gardens. (running time 29:56)
The Official Month for Roses - June 2006
Learn how to choose the right site for your rose garden, how to feed your roses, and how to eliminate rose-eating pests. (running time 26:48)
Container Planting Annuals - May 2006
Learn to plant annuals in containers for both sun and shade loving plants (running time 27:44)
Visit Your Local Garden Center - April 2006
Take a walk through a garden center and see sun-loving plants, shade-loving plants, and plants that are bloom right now. (running time 20:36)
Pruning Tips & Tricks - March 2006
Learn to prune your trees and shrubs to shape them up, get rid of dead wood, and remove rubbing branches. (running time 25:03)
Get Ready for Spring - February 2006
Get ready for spring by planning ahead. Plant seeds, make cuttings and create an indoor garden. (running time 27:04)
Banish the Winter Blues - January 2006
From ordinary geraniums and African violets to exotic orchids, find out how easy it is to surround yourself with color this winter. (running time 26:10)
2005 Episodes
Holiday Decorating Naturally - December 2005
Learn to use natural evergreen materials to create garlands, wreaths and other holiday decorations (running time 30:57)
Cleaning Up Your Garden - November 2005
Learn to identify weeds, prune back perennials, dig up bulbs to prepare your garden for spring (running time 31:01)
Arboretum Tour - October 2005
Take a look at various trees, plants and shrubs on the campus of Salisbury University (running time 23:09)
Tune Up Your Lawn - September 2005
Learn to use irigation, lyme, seed and fertilizer to deal with insects, diseases and weeds in your lawn (running time 29:18)
Herb Gardens - August 2005
Learn about herbs for cooking, herbs for fragrance and herbs for medicinal purposes (running time 23:41)
Water Gardens - July 2005
Learn about fish, water falls, and plants to keep your water garden cool (running time 26:57)
Landscaping in Sandy Soil - June 2005
Learn to design and plant a attractive landscape in the sandy soil of the Eastern Shore (running time 28:25)
How to Make Compost - May 2005
Learn the different steps to creating compost, make a compost bin, and discover the value of earthworm castings (running time 31:37)
Landscaping Around Your House - April 2005
Learn to select plants that will thrive and look good up next to your house (running time 25:07)
Preparing for Spring - March 2005
Learn to prepare for the spring gardening season by considering seed choices, using peat pots or peat pellets, and choosing between annuals and perennials (running time 26:27)
More About House Plants - February 2005
Learn to assess your house plants, re-pot them, or cut them back (running time 30:12)
House Plants - January 2005
Learn to choose plants for dark corners or bright windows, how to care for them, and how to give them baths.
2004 Episodes
Decorate Your House for the Holidays - December 2004
Learn to use fresh-cut greens, beautiful poinsettias, flowering plants, and fast-blooming bulbs.
Clean up Your Planting Beds - November 2004
Learn to dead-head perennials, clean up annuals, transplant and share plants the right way.
Butterfly Garden - October 2004
Learn to choose plants, prepare the bed and plant bulbs.

For more information, contact Ginny Rosenkranz

Last updated: 04/8/2007