Doug Oster

Emmy Award winning garden host, writer and producer.

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

I'm giving away native paw paw fruits tomorrow (Sunday 9/13/26), 5pm at Balance Brewing in Ross.
The native fruit has a rich history, loved by George Washington and kept the Lewis and Clark expedition alive. They taste great!
Details here- https://t.co/uCyWuuAyZF

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Perennials and pollinators go hand in hand. If we help the pollinators they'll help are gardens in many ways.
My latest from @PghEarthDay explains what to grow, how to make plants thrive and create a habitat for the good bugs.
https://t.co/9l4EmLZHRr

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Jordan Williams from @DaveyTree explains why this is the best time to plant shrubs and perennials. She also shares some of the favorites from her garden like 'Peggy Martin' climbing rose and 'Lemonade' baptisia.
Listen here- https://t.co/dV4WPvoTPf

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Join me at 7am this morning on @KDKARadio.
Kimberly Bracken from @TreePgh talks Pawpaw Fest 2026.
Then Steve Fellure from @DaveyTree how trees support butterflies and other pollinators.
Call 866-391-1020 with questions.
Listen live or anytime here- https://t.co/yHKC4tDRJj

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Join me today to try Honey Roasted Garlic Ice Cream at the Pittsburgh Garlic Festival in support of @SHIMpgh from 12-3pm. Donate garden produce, shelf stable foods and more to help SHIM and get a free garden gift.
Details are here- https://t.co/F1EibiPlJo

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Tune in this morning at 7am to @KDKARadio with @RobPratte.
My guest is Craig Stone from @DaveyTree who will talk about the effects of the rain on our trees.
Call 866-391-1020 with questions.
Listen live or anytime here- https://t.co/yHKC4tDRJj

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

As tree planting season approaches, Erik Benneter from @DaveyTree breaks down the most common mistakes homeowners make when planting and explains the right way to plant.
Listen to the Talking Trees podcast here- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Beech Leaf Disease is a devastating problem for beech trees.
Dan Hager from @DaveyTree explains how to identify the disease and what can be done to save the trees.
Listen to the Talking Trees podcast here- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Join me this morning at 7am on @KDKARadio with @RobPratte.
My guest is Eric Countryman from @DaveyTree who will discuss summer tree care and maintenance.
Have an issue with your trees, give us a call 866-391-1020.
Listen live or anytime here- https://t.co/yHKC4tDRJj

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Did you know the original Callery pear trees were sterile? Then they became one of the most invasive trees in the landscape.
Pat Etherington from @DaveyTree explains what happened why we shouldn't plant them.
Listen hear to the Talking Trees podcast- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

In our continuing series on tree species, Lou Meyer from @DaveyTree breaks down one of his favorites, the beautiful river birch.
Listen here- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

@ShelbyCassesse Congratulations!

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Ever heard of biochar? Learn what it is and how it can improve the health of soil and make plants thrive in this week's Talking Trees podcast for @DaveyTree.
Listen here- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

It's not too late to to start a garden. Here's how from @PGHTodayLive.
How to make the summer garden thrive and find bargains too.
https://t.co/dO8Qvm6BhJ

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

It's not too late to start a garden from @PGHTodayLive. We covered a lot of ground discussing watering, deadheading and lots of ideas for summer planting. https://t.co/dO8Qvm6BhJ

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Getting ready for @PGHTodayLive on @KDKA at 9 a.m. We’re talking about gardening in hot weather.
I also have ideas for July planting and finding bargains too.
I’ll post the show later today if you miss it live.

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Plant a garden in July? Find out how this morning at 9am on @PGHTodayLive on @KDKA.
Plenty of time to plant veggies and flowers, learn how to make them thrive and find bargains too.

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Tune in at 7am to @KDKARadio. Jordyn Melino from @PhippsNews and her team spent two years planning for the Summer Flower Show: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.
Luke Werner from @DaveyTree gets us ready for summer storm season.
Listen live or later here- https://t.co/yHKC4tDRJj

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

I had an enlightening conversation with Adam Baker, Research Entomologist with the Davey Institute, part of @DaveyTree about planting trees and shrubs for pollinators. He has insights on native plants and other cultivars too.
Listen here- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH

[Doug Oster @dougoster1]

Nick Dios from @DaveyTree has important information about a new pest called Box Tree Moth, which can defoliate a boxwood quickly. He's also talking boxwood blight, leaf miners and other boxwood issues.
Listen to the Talking Trees podcast here- https://t.co/dV4WPvolZH