Air Dates: 3 & 6 l 10 & 13 l 17 & 20 l 24 & 27
Monthly Program Listing

Episode 1810
Air Dates: 9/3/09 and 9/6/09

On this edition of Volunteer Gardener, Troy Marden strolls the shaded walkways of formal terraced gardens highlighted with annual color and explores the array of flower beds full of beautiful stems on a visit to Dixon Gallery and Gardens in Memphis. Annette Shrader welcomes visitors with a door basket brimming with beautiful blooms. Sheri Gramer learns that leggy tomato starters are actually a good thing at planting time. Tammy Algood showcases a variety of different cheeses on her way to mixing up a fabulous Four Cheese Seafood Dip.

Dixon Gallery and Gardens
4339 Park Avenue
Memphis, TN 38117
901-761-5250
www.dixon.org

Troy mentioned an ornamental cabbage in the cutting bed which was “Crane’s Red”.

Episode 1811
Air Dates: 9/10/09 and 9/13/09

On Volunteer Gardener, neighbors in Bells Bend decided to form community gardens as a way to do something productive and sustainable with the rural landscape. Jeff Poppen visits with a farm manager to learn how an aggressive plan actually exceeded expectations. Annette Shrader sees what a good gardener with an eye for design can achieve with a backyard that seems to go straight up. Tammy Algood keeps guests happy with Savory Cheese Pastries.

Jeff’s segment was taped at Sulphur Creek Farm
www.bellsbendfarms.com

Episode 1812
Air Dates: 9/17/09 and 9/20/09

On this episode, Andy Sudbrock learns how design elements such as layered mass plantings, functional recreational areas and effective use of screen plantings can make a large yard feel cozy. Annette Shrader visits with a hosta enthusiast to learn some reliable performers. Troy Marden has some tips for planning your spring bulbs. And Marty DeHart has advice for growing watermelons in Tennessee.

Andy’s segment was taped with Joel Tomlin, III
Landscape Architecture, Planning, General Landscape Contracting
www.joeltomlin.com

Marty recommends Hales’ Best and Burpee Ambrosia hybrid for cantaloupe varieties. Black Diamond is her favorite variety of watermelon.

Annette’s hosta segment was taped with Ken and Lynda Correll
For more information, contact LyndaCorrell@comcast.net or the Middle Tennessee Hosta Society at

www.mths-hosta.com
Varieties featured were:
Blue Angel
Victory
Fried Bananas
Stained Glass
Ginsu Knife
Twilight Time
Deep Blue Sea

Episode 1813
Air Dates: 9/24/09 and 9/27/09

There is a lot of ingenuity and enthusiasm for gardening on this episode of Volunteer Gardener. First, Julie Berbiglia checks in on a community beautification project that has brought together individuals and businesses alike. Annette Shrader visits with a Murfreesboro gardener that has turned an old tennis court into a fun garden space complete with plenty of spots to sit and enjoy. Sheri Gramer reviews the autumn task list for pond owners.

To find out more about the Donelson community project, visit
www.donelsongateway.org
www.metro15.com

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