WJBO Lawn & Garden Show

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A weekly look at what's growing in Baton Rouge's lawns and gardens with local experts from Clegg's Nursery.

Rain Impacts, Vegetable Garden Tips and More with Johnny Naylor!
Today at 2:30 PM

Rain impacts, vegetable garden tips and more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch and special guest Johnny Naylor from Clegg's Nursery!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Return of the Heat
05/16/2026

The return of the heat brings problems this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch and Chris from Clegg's Nursery!
Also hear how Chris handles Butch's rapid fire questions, answer caller questions and have some....pillow talk?
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Recent Downpours A Drought Buster?
05/09/2026

This week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Clegg's Nursery, Butch and Braden wonder if our recent downpours are any help with our drought conditions - and also why you don't want to plant right now, even if it would be really easy to dig a hole! And what issues the rain brings for your vegetable gardens.

The two also go over not only last-minute Mother's Day gifts, they'll suggest the ones that will keep Mom happy well past Sunday. There's also a reminder of what you can plant right now, including okra and peppers!<...


Mother's Day Gift Ideas
05/02/2026

We're going over some Mother's Day gift ideas and more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!

Besides that, there's talk on perennials, annuals, weed control, fertilization and why Zane hates the term "houseplant"!

If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!

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As Rain Falls, Weeds Rise
04/25/2026

This week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Braden from Clegg's Nursery, we're talking weed control! As the rain falls, weeds rise - and you still have time to get ahead of some of the usual suspects! Zane and Braden go over some of the best options to fight those lawn pests.
At the nursery, if it's in bloom - it's gone! Tons of color coming in, so don't miss out! Plus the two answer your questions.
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What Blue Can Work For You & Butch's Biggest Pet Peeve
04/18/2026

It's what blue can work for you, along with a big pet peeve this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch and Chris from Clegg's Nursery!
If you want some blue color in your landscape, they've got some ideas for you! Plus, how much you're watering your lawn or garden might not be nearly enough - Butch will explain why. We're also answering your questions on citrus trees, strawberries and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499...


Color Coming In and Things Get A Little Fishy
04/04/2026

The color coming in and things get a little fishy this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Kat from Clegg's Nursery!

The two talk about the burst of color coming in to the nursery, why micro-irrigation is important, and Zane also goes deep on his little "science project" involving fish emulsion! Plus your calls on hibiscus, lawns and citrus trees!

If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening...


Roses, Vegetables, Hydrangeas and More
03/28/2026

Roses, Vegetables, Hydrangeas and More this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!
We'll also answer your questions on blueberries, pecan trees and spring gardening!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Spring Is Officially Here!
03/21/2026

Spring is officially here this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Braden and Dr. Allen from Clegg's Nursery!
They'll talk spring vegetables, potatoes, sweet potatoes and more! If you've ever wanted to do a sweet potato slip, Dr. Allen goes over the process! We're also tackling your questions on Peggy Martin roses!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message...


Pick Your Tomato Yet?
03/14/2026

This week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, Chris and intern Caroline from Clegg's Nursery, we ask the question: Pick Your Tomato Yet?
We'll also touch on our upcoming taste of winter weather and how it could impact your tomatoes, peppers and more - particularly when it comes to frost. Also plenty of talk on dealing with weeds and fertilizing your lawn - with a focus on timing.
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499...


Another Visit From Johnny Naylor!
03/09/2026

It's a special edition of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Johnny Naylor and Butch from Clegg's Nursery!
We sit under Johnny's learning tree to talk about weed control, lawn concerns, vegetables and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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More Signs Of Spring's Approach
02/28/2026

More signs of Spring's approach this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!
For Zane, it's his favorite time of the year - and they cover bedding plants, bulbs, fertilizer, perennials vs. annuals, weed control and more! Plus caller questions on dealing with freeze burn on strawberry plants, the cause of "half-dry" oranges, amaryllis and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free...


Time To Stir Up The Weed Cocktail
02/21/2026

We're talking dealing with weeds, tropical hibiscus coming in and more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Braden and Dr. Allen from Clegg's Nursery!
Also we'll answer your questions about how long fertilizer will last, fighting fireants in raised beds, care for strawberry plants, whether it's a good idea to grind up tree roots, citrus questions and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app...


The Spring Gate Is Starting To Open
02/14/2026

The Spring gate opens a touch more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Dr. Allen from Clegg's Nursery!
The two discuss how warming temperatures are a sign Spring is approaching and handle your questions on lawns and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Warming Up To The Hints of Spring
02/07/2026

We're warming up to the hints of Spring this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Kat from Clegg's Nursery!
Customers are already asking about spring plants, so the pair go over what's coming into the nurseries, but they'll take plenty of your questions on fertilizing and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the...


Our Extended Winter Weather Blast
01/31/2026

We're talking about dealing with our extended cold weather this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Dr. Allen and Braden from Clegg's Nursery!
They'll also talk about chilling hours and answer your questions on pecan trees, picking out a satsuma tree and when to use a pre-emergent on your lawns!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping...


Preparing For The Hard Freeze
01/24/2026

Preparing for the hard freeze this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Braden from Clegg's Nursery! They'll go over the steps you can take to give your plants and trees a fighting chance through the bitterly cold days coming up.
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Why Now Is A Good Time To Plant A Tree
01/17/2026

We talk why Louisiana notes Arbor Day is in January this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, Jessica and the Intern-In-Training from Clegg's Nursery!
Sage with Baton Rouge Green talks about the Louisiana Arbor Day event happening today and then the three explain why planting now helps to avoid the stress months of our Louisiana summer. We also give an update on what's out at the nursery and answer a few of your questions!
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Time For Seeds
01/10/2026

It's time for seeds this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Kat from Clegg's Nursery!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Starting Off 2026 With Shallots & Strawberries 101
01/03/2026

We're starting off 2026 with a little Shallots & Strawberries 101 on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Jessica, Butch and the intern-in-training Caroline from Clegg's Nursery!
Our trio also touch on pruning, herbs, direct seeding, lawn care, impacts from our warm temperatures and answer your questions!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Seasonal Planting, Last-Minute Gifts, and More!
12/20/2025

We're going over seasonal planting, cheesy puns and more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, Kat, and intern-in-training Caroline from Clegg's Nursery!
Get all the info you need on what fall vegetables can still be planted now including potatoes, tomato and pepper seeds and more! Also fertilization tips for annuals, how to pick out and care for poinsettias, and good gifts for gardeners!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're...


Planning For Our Weather Rollercoaster
12/13/2025

We're planning for our weather rollercoaster this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Braden from Clegg's Nursery!
It's warm to cold back to warm - so what should you do to protect your plants over the next few days? We've got tips for that, talk a bit how all these temperature changes can make your garden very confused, and then go over fighting winter weed - plus answer your questions!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526...


Johnny Naylor Talks Christmas Trees, Micro-Irrigation and More!
12/06/2025

Johnny Naylor sits down with Butch this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, brought to you by Clegg's Nursery!
Enjoy a laid-back conversation full of knowledge about caring for Christmas trees and poinsettias, micro-irrigation tips, how to select your mulch, weed control and more!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Talking Christmas Trees
11/29/2025

We're talking Christmas trees this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, Chris, and intern-in-training Caroline from Clegg's Nursery!
Along with tips on selecting and taking care of your trees, we also go in-depth on poinsettias as Clegg's hosts their Poinsettia Open House at the Greenwell Springs location!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red...


More Winter Prep Ideas
11/22/2025

We're looking ahead to more winter prep this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery! (It WILL feel like fall or winter around here eventually, right?)
They'll also look ahead to the Poinsettia Open House coming to the Clegg's Greenwell Springs location on November 29 and take plenty of your questions!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave...


Christmas Is Coming!
11/15/2025

We talk about Christmas decorations this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch and Kat from Clegg's Nursery!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Preparing For Our Cold Snap
11/08/2025

We're giving you some expert tips to prepare for our upcoming cold snap on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Dr. Allen from Clegg's Nursery!
Curious how much prep work is needed for our quick visit from Old Man Winter? They'll have the advice you need. Also, your questions about an amazing amount of acorns, moving a tree from pot to ground the right way, and what's going on with milkweed and butterfilies!
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Time To Plant A Tree!
11/01/2025

It's a tree spree this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Braden from Clegg's Nursery!
They'll talk about the Baton Rouge Tree Spree happening at the Clegg's on Siegen Lane with Butch and Sage from Baton Rouge Green! Also, learn why now is the right time to plant a tree - and shrubs too! Zane and Braden also have a rundown of the fall plants at the nursery, discuss fruit trees, and answer questions about timely application of pre-emergent! And yes, Christmas trees are coming....
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Set Yourself Up For Success In Fighting Weeds
10/25/2025

Let's set you up for success in fighting weeds this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Kat from Clegg's Nursery!
In addition to those weed-fighting tips, the two talk about what's coming in to the nursery - including potential gift ideas for the upcoming holidays! And, why it's time to cut back your perennial summer plants - plus much more!
Also, we note the passing of Marshall Clegg, the retired owner of Clegg's Nursery.
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Fall Products, Strawberry Tips and More!
10/18/2025

We're talking fall products and more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!
Plus your questions on planting strawberries, dealing with weeds, hydrangeas and more! Plus a big thank you to Scott Ricca as he announces a well-earned retirement!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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Answering Your Questions Like Fighting Fireants, Sod Webworms and More!
10/11/2025

Answering your questions like fighting fire ants, sod webworms and more this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with our OGs from Clegg's Nursery - Butch and Scott! OGs are original gardeners, by the way.
Also, tips for preparing for fall like winterizer timing!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback Mic button!
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It's Fall Y'all - and About Dang Time!
10/04/2025

It's Fall Y'all (and about dang time!) this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, first-time host Kat and intern-in-training Caroline from Clegg's Nursery!
We cover a lot of ground this week - from what plants to look for when you want to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, if you should fertilize right now, the best time to plant strawberries, tips for planting carrots and more!
Also - your questions on dealing with Virginia buttonweed, best potting soil, whether or not it's time to use MSM turf, the best time to plant spring bulbs, and...


What You Should NOT Be Doing As The Seasons Change
09/27/2025

Let's talk about what you should not be doing as the seasons change this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, Chris and our new Intern from Clegg's Nursery!
As the temperatures (slowly) change - what's the next steps you should and should not be taking for your lawns and gardens? There's also a good look at how helpful micro-irrigation can be for plants that are already dealing with the stress of our warmest months. And suggestions about what you can pick up to plant now and how to decide on a shade tree for your home!<...


The Changing Of The Seasons
09/20/2025

With the official start of Fall looming, we're talking the changing of the seasons this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Scott and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!
We also go over the fall items coming into the stores and take plenty of caller questions - including your asks on the right soil temps for putting out pre-emergents , plant suggestions to place beside a fence, care for citrus trees in pots, and more!
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Johnny Naylor Talks Fall Gardening
09/06/2025

We're talking fall gardening this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch from Clegg's Nursery and special guest Johnny Naylor!
What's good bed prep? How do you get good drainage? Fertilzer, organic supplements, keeping animals out, micro-irrigation, what you should be planting - get a run-down on everything you need to know for this time of year!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can...


The Hints of Fall's Approach
08/25/2025

We're looking forward to fall planting this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!
They'll discuss what you'll be planting in your vegetable gardens in the coming months, plus proper care of houseplants including water and sunlight tips, fall decorating plants, ornamental peppers, why a soil thermometer is the most important gift for a gardener and the Plant of the Week: American Beauty Berry!
We've also got YOUR questions on the best placement for a new tree, planting St. Augustine runners, dealing with ants in a potted plant and...


Uncertain About Watering
08/16/2025

If you're uncertain about watering, you should listen to this edition of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Butch, Dr. Allen and the Intern from Clegg's Nursery!
They're talking about our on-and-off rain, explain why you don't need a "kit" for micro-irrigation and a planting timeline for vegetables!
Plus caller questions on when to trim roses, azalea care, why jalapeno plants aren't making peppers, and help with peggy martin roses, cabbages and brussel sprouts and figs!
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Management of Moisture
08/11/2025

Management of moisture is what's on our minds this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Scott from Clegg's Nursery!
Our local experts explain why water management is critical this time of year, especially with new plantings! Also, learn about what effects heat can have on landscape.
Plus we answer your questions on lawn fertilization, turk's cap plants, pre-emergent herbicides, sweet olive trees and peas!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526...


Welcome To The Dog Days of Summer!
08/02/2025

Welcome to the dog days of Summer this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Braden and Dr. Allen from Clegg's Nursery!
If you're dealing with insects, our local pros have some great tips to best the pests! They're also looking forward to the fall vegetables coming and discuss our plant of the week: pawpaws!
There's also plenty of your questions, including help with okra, impatiens, bougainvillea, fighting weeds and new sod!
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Weed Control Advice
07/26/2025

Weed control tips and questions this week on the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show with Zane and Jessica from Clegg's Nursery!
There's also tips on insect control, answering your questions on when to start fertilziing brussel sprouts and cabbage seedlings and more! Plus the Plant of the Week: Soiree Vinca!
If you'd like to be part of the WJBO Lawn & Garden Show, give us a call Saturday mornings between 8 and 9 am by calling (225) 499-9526 - that's 499-WJBO! If you're listening on our free iHeartRadio app, you can also leave us a message by tapping the red Talkback...