Making It Grow Minutes

Amanda McNulty

Gardening and horticulture news and tips, as well as agricultural information from Amanda McNulty, the host of SCETV's "Making It Grow" and Clemson University Extension Agent. Produced by South Carolina Public Radio.

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    The industry of Spanish moss
    Learn how Spanish moss was an integral part of the automotive industry, and in particular, World War II.
    28 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    Life in the clouds
    Discover how the roots of epiphytic orchids function without the need for soil.
    27 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    How resurrection ferns live up to their name
    Amanda McNulty continues her look at epiphytes and demonstrates her skill in pronouncing genus names.
    26 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    What's an epiphyte?
    Host Amanda McNulty shares how a plant with no roots helps its host plant conserve water and energy.
    25 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    What kind of plant is Spanish moss?
    Learn about South Carolina's Lowcountry garland, Spanish moss, and how it survives without roots or soil.
    23 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    How and when to water blooming holiday cacti
    Watering blooming holiday cacti is a bit tricky. Amanda McNulty offers helpful tips to keep your plant happy and healthy year-round.
    14 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    A closer look at the anatomy of Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti
    The "leaves" of Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti are not really leaves.
    13 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    Have a spare box? Save it for your holiday cacti.
    Amanda McNulty shares helpful tips to ensure your Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti bloom beautifully
    12 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    The difference between Thanksgiving and Christmas cacti
    Amanda McNulty describes the leaf difference on these two epiphytes, and why caring for them is distinctly different than nurturing their desert-dwelling cousins.
    11 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    Table decorations for the holidays
    Host Amanda McNulty gets creative with cacti as she prepares her table for holiday celebrations.
    9 December 2024, 11:00 am
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    Chickie Wimberly's special visit
    While visiting her dying mother, Amanda McNulty brought Chickie Wimberly to comfort, entertain, and provide fun stories for future visitors.
    16 November 2024, 11:00 am
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