Caitlyn Johnston

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Caitlyn Johnston is a producer for KSL NewsRadio and Dave & Dujanovic. You can reach her at cjohnston@ksl.com.

All about heirloom tomatoes | KSL Greenhouse

On a recent episode of the KSL Greenhouse Show we talked all about heirloom tomatoes! Being passed down from generation to generation, Heirlooms have suddenly been reemerging among gardeners. We discussed why this may be with J&J Garden Center, during their annual tomato sale! What are Heirloom Tomatoes? As open-pollinated cultivars, heirlooms are not hybrids. […]
4 years ago

Surviving domestic violence during a pandemic

Surviving domestic violence during the pandemic is a reality many Utahns are facing. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Liz Hale gives advice on preparing to leave a toxic relationship.
4 years ago

How to care for rockcress | KSL Greenhouse Show

The KSL Greenhouse Show’s plant of the week is garden rockcress! This is a Herbaceous perennial that is easily grown in gritty or sandy, well-drained soils in full sun.⁠ Listen live every Saturday from 8-11am Listen at 102.7 FM, 1160 AM, kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSL Newsradio app. https://kslnewsradio.com/listen/  Follow The KSL Greenhouse Show on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube   KSL Greenhouse Podcast     
4 years ago

KSL Greenhouse: How to save water when watering your lawn

Act now to save water once it is finally time for Utahns to turn on the automatic sprinklers. First step - check sprinkler heads!
4 years ago

Setting goals during the COVID-19 crisis

Setting goals every single day is something Tim Taylor says is effective among his own employees, in a new podcast interview with Maria Shilaos.
4 years ago

Dealing with stress and anxiety in light of COVID-19

You are not alone if you are feeling "on edge" in light of COVID-19. Here is how you can manage some of that stress.
4 years ago

Instilling the love of gardening in children | KSL Greenhouse Show

Has gardening with children been put on the back-burner? With recent events, there is no better time to start instilling the love of gardening in children than now.
4 years ago

What you need to know about Bonsai | KSL Greenhouse

Do you have an interest in Bonsai? The Bonsai Club of Utah joined us to clue you in on what you need to know about Bonsai! Steve and Aaron go into details on the art, care, and essentially why they got started in this craft of Bonsai trees! Watch the full video! Learn more about […]
4 years ago

How to care for Ranunculus | KSL Greenhouse

The KSL Greenhouse plant of the week! Commonly known as buttercup, we provide resources on how to care for this engaging plant, Ranunculus. The common name is buttercup and this plant enjoys living in shadier areas and provides excellent ground coverage. These will raise about 8-12″ tall. Learn more  details on how to care for […]
4 years ago

Living plant walls | KSL Greenhouse Show

While at J&J Garden Center and Nursery, we took a look at their new living plant walls! These walls can be great for any home or even business for a new creative way to display and care for plants. What is a plant wall? Essentially, plant walls are a unique way to display any type […]
4 years ago

4 simple tips for weight loss success

Losing weight takes more than just packing the fridge with healthy foods. There are many tips for weight loss success. On the latest episode of Let’s Get Moving, Maria Shilaos spoke with Ali Spencer, Intermountain Health Care Nutritionist. They discuss how awareness, planning, balance and consistency are key ingredients to long-term results. “The best diet […]
4 years ago

How to care for Bromeliads | KSL Greenhouse

Enjoy this quick tip of our plant of the week, Bromeliads! These beautiful plants have a variety of species, bringing along many different ways on how to care for Bromeliads. We are at J&J Garden Center today and thought it was a perfect opportunity to get some of these gorgeous plants, in hand, and film […]
4 years ago

Preparing your garden for Spring: KSL Greenhouse

Check out this KSL Greenhouse Extra on preparing your garden for spring!  Taun took a few minutes to answer some common questions he is getting, about what you can and shouldn’t be doing in the yard at this time! He talks pre-emergent, pruning, and more! We will be at J&J Nursery and Garden Center tomorrow! […]
4 years ago

Benefits of massage: It’s okay to feel good 

Self-care is something we often neglect. It is important to take time for ourselves to help us feel good. One important act of self-care, is massage.
4 years ago

Starting seeds indoors | KSL Greenhouse

With the weather starting to warm up, you may be wondering how to start preparing your seeds. Keep reading to learn more about starting seeds indoors! Starting garden plants from seeds indoors can be an enjoyable project for any gardener. It’s a relatively inexpensive way to grow a wide variety of plants. Many garden favorites […]
4 years ago

How to care for Kalanchoe | KSL Greenhouse

Ever wonder how to care for Kalanchoe? Learn more about the KSL Greenhouse plant of the week! Kalanchoe blossfeldiana, commonly called kalanchoe, is a dark green, succulent perennial with scallop-edged leaves and large umbels of flower clusters held above the foliage. With an incredibly long bloom time, these bright red, pink or yellow flower clusters […]
4 years ago

Top 10 flowers to send on Valentine’s Day | KSL Greenhouse

Need help picking flowers to send on Valentine’s Day? Picking out flowers to give on Valentine’s Day can be intimidating at first; however, understanding the significance can really make a difference in selecting the best plants and flowers to send this Valentine’s day! Here are KSL Greenhouse Show’s Top picks! Roses  As the top choice […]
4 years ago

Cyclamen care | KSL Greenhouse Show

SALT LAKE CITY — With Valentine’s day coming up, this plant is a reliable and loved staple for your sweetheart! But, cyclamen requires a little more attention than other house plants. With the right information, you will be sure to succeed in cyclamen care. Where is Cyclamen from? C. persicum is native to the eastern Mediterranean. […]
4 years ago

Best famous gardens to visit

Don’t forget to add these to your bucket list! This list of famous gardens is extremely entrancing and a major must see in your lifetime. We are taking you around the globe to some of our top picks of KSL Greenhouse’s favorite famous gardens. Keukenhof Gardens – Lisse Largest bulb garden in the world 80 […]
4 years ago

Tips on Draceana Care | KSL Greenhouse

There are many different species of Draceana. Coming in as an popular houseplant, it’s important to know specific characteristics of Draceana care. Preview (opens in a new tab) The first species of mention is the Dracaena fragrans otherwise known as fragrant dracaena and corn plant. This plant, native to tropical Africa is a popular, durable and […]
4 years ago

All about trees!

Deciding on what tree to plant can be intimidating. Our hosts mentioned a great resource on picking the best type! Check out TreeBrowser to learn more specific details on different types of trees and what will work for you. 
4 years ago

Become a master gardener!

Do you have an interest in gardening but don’t know how to get started? The Utah State University Extension, Master Gardener Program, is to set up develop a network of trainees to help to provide education and technical assistance in gardening and home horticulture. No experience is needed, so find a class near you! https://extension.usu.edu/mastergardener/find-a-program
4 years ago

Ponytail palm

This week’s plant of the week is Ponytail palm! The ponytail palm, also known as Bottle Palm or Elephant Foot Tree, is a member of the agave family and is native to southeastern Mexico. In its native habitat it grows as a 30 tall tree and looks like an oddly branched palm. Learn more: https://www.uaex.edu/…/resour…/plant-week/ponytail-palm.aspx
4 years ago

New year, new garden: plan before you plant

SALT LAKE CITY- The beginning of the new year is a great time to set goals and refresh many aspects of your life, including your garden. Whether you are new to gardening, or just want to start freshly planning for the new year, there is no better time than now to get started.  Draw it […]
4 years ago