Wendi Claxton discussed the various methods of training dogs, some good and some bad. We also learned about Britain’s brightest dog, understanding more than 200 words.

Jane joined Tony Williams to discuss February’s rare parade of seven planets and the interesting evolution of some other objects in our solar system.

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March in the garden is clear up time from Winter, sorting saturated ground, and sowing new seeds. It is also the time to deal with any moss in the lawn.

Radio Gardener Jean Griffin explains more –

Radio Gardener, Jean Griffin talked about some of the things that need to be done in the April Garden

Here’s that recipe for Garlic  Pesticide

Put 2 garlic BULBS ( not cloves) into 2 pints of water.

Simmer until soft allow to cool.

You may need to sieve the result.

Top back up to 2 pints and store in a lidded jar.

 Add 2 tablespoons of the garlic liquid to 2 gallons of water with 2 tbs of thick washing-up liquid.

Using a rose on the can, sprinkle the liquid over the hostas.

Repeat every two to three weeks.

 Not guaranteed as a full cure but is helpful!