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Print PageJuly 09, 2011 - Radio Show Archive
Eight O' Clock Hour with John Jay Harper
Broadcasting on KTAR, KQNA, KAZM, KAFF, & KNST: Click the segment links below to listen to the archive or click the iTunes icon to the right to download this hour's Podcast.
Segment 1 (running time 11:41)
Weekly Garden Tip brought to you by Gro-Well Brands- This week's tip is about mulching. When you mulch your garden, you can reduce evaporation of soil moisture up to 25%! Jay Harper suggests Western red cedar mulch which can be found at your local nursery
Segment 2 (running time 7:02)
Caller- Ida, has a Mulberry tree and she thinks that it may have a disease.
- Elliot, has a lemon tree that's about 3 1/2 feet tall and it seems weak in the wind. How tall should the tree get before you prune it? He would also like to know if there is a better type of vine to grow on a chain link fence other than Potato vine.
Segment 3 (running time 11:09)
Caller- Elliot (cont), has an Ash & Japanese Elm tree that he is applying vitamin B to. How long should he apply the vitamin B fertilizer along with another granular fertilizer?
- Chris, has a 10-year-old Elm tree that begins to lean about six foot up the tree. Is it too late to stake the tree to get it to grow straight up?
- Irene, how and when is the right time to prune a Mulberry tree? She would also like to know if it would be OK to replace the mulch around her landscaping with rock.
- Tim, is there any benefit to applying root stimulator to a Japanese Privet tree?
Segment 4 (running time 7:16)
Caller- Ann, planted a peach tree on the west side of her home, next to a Pomegranate tree. The peach tree isn't producing any fruit.
- Edward, his Ash tree seems to "dry out" every summer and the leaves fall off.
- Garden Tip Recap - Mulching
Nine O' Clock Hour with Rosie and Romey
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Left: Jim | Right: Allen
Segment 1 (running time 11:43)
Commentary- Topic of the Day - Energy Guideline Labels
- What does this new energy guideline/ act mean to me and my home?
Special Guests:
- Allen Chiles of Statewide Lighting
- Energy Solutions Manager Jim Marquardt of SRP
- Phasing out the traditional incandescent light bulb.
- Reducing the watts and raising the lumens (light emitted) of a light bulb to reduce energy consumption.
Segment 2 (running time 7:12)
Caller- Gary, can you run a recirculating pump during the summer when the home is empty?
- The different types of light bulbs.
- CFL light bulbs - when to use them and when not to use them.
Segment 3 (running time 10:53)
Commentary- Life expectancy of a CFL bulb in various applications.
- Different color of bulbs.
- Darlene, how do you properly dispose a CFL light bulb?
- Is the mercury in a CFL bulb something to be concerned about?
- Mark, can you use a CFL to keep frost and freezes off of orchard trees?
Segment 4 (running time 6:46)
Commentary- Will I ever get a payback on upgrading the light bulbs in my home?
- Billie, if you break a CFL light bulb, does it become a hazmat situation?
- Joy, doesn't mind paying a premium for a CFL bulb but where can you purchase a CFL that will last longer that a few months?
Ten O' Clock Hour with Rosie and Romey
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Segment 1 (running time 11:59)
Special Guests:- Allen Chiles of Statewide Lighting
- Energy Solutions Manager Jim Marquardt of SRP
- Advancements in outside landscape lighting.
- Teresa, what type of bulb should you use to reduce head aches?
- Margaret, has an eye condition and needs something brighter than CFL bulb.
- Jim, has found CFL bulbs not to work with dimmer, what are your thoughts?
Segment 2 (running time 6:49)
Commentary- Rosie's take on lighting the outside of the home.
- Making sure that your outdoor lighting having a properly sized transformer.
- Low-voltage security lighting.
- About LED (light emitting diode) lighting and the different types.
Segment 3 (running time 11:17)
Commentary- Comparing energy star products vs non energy star product
- John, has a outlet in his home that isn't working, even after checking the breaker. What could be the issue?
- The right light bulbs to put in chandeliers and tall ceilings.
Segment 4 (running time 6:40)
Commentary- Planning the lighting scheme when doing a remodel or addition to your home.
- Visit Statewide Lighting for more information on lighting and fixtures.