Jessica Hunt
Senior Producer & HostIn addition to occasionally hosting Morning Edition or other programs, Jessica produces Homegrown NH, Something Wild, and Check This Out.
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Be aware that some of the most popular holiday plants can be quite toxic if ingested.
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One of the best things about shopping for gardeners is that whatever you choose, it is likely they’ll use it for years to come.
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Join us for recommendations from literary fiction to romance; new favorites that flew under the radar but are worth seeking out.
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Keep memories alive with a living Christmas tree inside your home during the holidays, to plant in your yard or garden in the spring.
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Most holiday decorations, like wreaths, swags and centerpieces, can be created with natural materials gathered from your yard and garden.
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A listener asks when to prune overgrown oakleaf hydrangeas, a native shrub prized for its oak-shaped leaves and fall color.
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If you've made the investment in gardening tools, now is the time to clean and sharpen them so they're ready to go in spring.
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With the leaves on the ground, you can see the shape of the trees and shrubs in your garden, but leave the pruning until spring!
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A head of garlic, like tulips or daffodils, is a bulb you can plant in the fall that will pay dividends in spring.
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If you grow dahlias or canna lilies, garden chores in the fall include taking steps to ensure tender bulbs and rhizomes can bloom again next year.