Tom Throgmorton

Tom Throgmorton KUNC Garden Reports

Tom has been offering garden advice on KUNC for almost two decades. During that time he has been the wholesale sales manager at Ft. Collins Nursery, Inc. Since January of 2005 he has been the owner and operator of Throgmorton Plant Management, LLC., a landscape installation and maintenance company as well as a horticultural consulting firm.  He lives in northern Ft. Collins with his wife and two kids.

 

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6:30am

Sat September 15, 2012
Garden Report

Readjusting Your Automatic Sprinkler System For Fall

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Fall is quickly approaching along with cooler temperatures and some much needed moisture. It’s almost time to pull out the long sleeves and KUNC’s Gardner Tom Throgmorton says this September is the month to readjust and protect your automatic sprinkler system.

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7:15am

Sat September 8, 2012
Garden Report

Help Your Lawn Survive The Winter

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Fall’s the time to start preparing your lawn to survive the  winter and thrive next spring. KUNC Gardener Tom Throgmorton offer tips on how to get a stronger grass lawn.

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12:06am

Sat September 1, 2012
Garden Report

What To Do With The Harvest

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It took a lot of work to prepare, to plant and to tend the veggie garden.   The harvest is coming in fast and furious.  Care for the harvest and it will be food through the winter. KUNC's Gardner Tom Throgmorton has more.

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6:30am

Sat August 25, 2012
Garden Report

Hardscape Made Easy

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The upcoming fall season is a great time to hardscape your garden. KUNC’s Gardener Tom Throgmorton says adding a terrace, patio or water feature can drastically transform your outdoor space.

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5:30am

Sat August 18, 2012
Garden Report

Preparing Plants for the End of Summer (Yes, Fall is Coming)

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Hard to believe with this summer’s hot weather, but it’s time to start thinking about preparing trees and shrubs for fall. And KUNC Gardener Tom Throgmorton says it's especially important for those living in the mountains.

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