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Video natural gardening tips
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Watch video gardening tips from Metro natural gardening expert Carl Grimm, courtesy of AM Northwest, KATU-TV and KPTV.
Metro's natural gardening expert Carl Grimm has appeared several times on KATU TV's AM Northwest program to share his knowledge with viewers about how to grow a beautiful garden without having to use toxic chemicals. He has also appeared on KPTV. Select links below to view video clips on KATU and KPTV's web site.
Safely Rid Your Yard of Bugs
July 12, 2010 - Bugged by pesticides? No worries. There are safer solutions to summer garden problems. View AM Northwest video
Sensory Gardens for Kids and Kids at Heart
April 29, 2010 - Looking for a great way to get your kids outside to explore the garden - and maybe even get them hooked on homegrown veggies? View AM Northwest video
Stir It Up! Composting Tips From The Expert
March 26, 2010 - Learn how to make the most of your compost.View KPTV video
Spring garden pest control
March 25, 2010 - Springtime in the garden. Ready to dig in?View AM Northwest video
Eliminate hazardous chemicals from your yard
Jan. 25, 2010 - Do you know what's really in the stuff you spray or spread on your yard? You can find effective solutions that protect the ones you love.View AM Northwest video
Toxic free solutions
Jan. 25, 2010 - Pesky slugs? Leaf blight? Weeds? It's easier than ever to tackle garden problems without toxic chemicals.View AM Northwest video
Put nature's leaves to work for you
Nov. 16, 2009 - Why not just let your leaves lie on bare soil? They'll help keep weeds down, prevent polluted runoff into rivers and streams, add nutrients to your soil and provide vital habitat. View AM Northwest video
How to turn your brown lawn green again!
Sept. 8, 2009 - Give your lawn a "green" makeover and keep it beautiful, growing and Earth-friendly.View AM Northwest video
Tackle garden pests without pesticides
Aug. 13, 2009 - You can rid your garden of pests and disease the natural way.View AM Northwest video
Food Gardening: Get a natural start with tomatoes!
May 22, 2009 - Haven't joined the food-gardening craze sprouting all over the region? May is a great time to stretch your dollars further with homegrown organic edibles.View AM Northwest video
Earth Friendly Gardening Tips
April 23, 2009 - Many nontoxic products are now widely available. Here are a few tips to help us choose the best products for getting our gardens growing.View AM Northwest video
What's hot in gardening this spring?
March 19, 2009 - Learn the latest tips and trends in this spring's garden world. Get great planting ideas and see ways to stop weeds without worry and pests without poison.View AM Northwest video
Winter garden repair
Feb. 9, 2009 - Does your garden look like a disaster zone? Discover a treasure trove of tips to help heal your garden’s winter woes. View AM Northwest video
Saving your garden from the winter freeze
Dec. 12, 2008 - Worried winter weather will wipe out your garden’s color and feathered friends? Have no fear. There are plenty of natural ways to protect your garden and the birds that visit.View AM Northwest video
Creepy crawlies for your garden
Oct. 27, 2008 - Find out how creepy creatures can help your garden thrive without pesticides. Worms, beetles and beneficial bugs don’t just go "bump" in the night; they also help build healthy soil, eat bad bugs, and feed friendly birds.View AM Northwest video
Backyard Makeovers
Sept. 29, 2008 - Give your backyard a makeover and it will attract wildlife all winter long.View AM Northwest video