Connecticut Public is proud to support PBS’s climate programming initiative, a bold commitment to explore environmental impacts on our planet through solutions-driven storytelling.
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Hardy hibiscus is different from the woody, tropical, shrub hibiscus. Some varieties boast burgundy colored leaves as well as bi-colored pink and red varieties. One light yellow colored variety has the delicious sounding name, 'French Vanilla'.
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Much like cilantro, people either love okra or hate it. Harvest the pods when they're less than 4 inches long for the best flavor and texture. Young okra pods are more tender and have less of a “slimy” mouthfeel. Eat them in soups, stews, fried or sautéed. Okra is in the hibiscus family, so the flowers are edible and delicious stuffed or used as a garnish.
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The Connecticut Institute of Water Resources is working with homeowners in rural parts of the state to combat the low percentages of residents who are testing their well water.
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In this special broadcast, hear NHPR's 'By Degrees' Climate Summit conversations on issues like coastal flooding and approaches to climate solutions from a group of panelists and participants committed to driving positive change in our region.
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This hour, we revisit the myth of Prometheus and talk about why it resonates so much today. Plus, a look at the ‘Alien’ prequel ‘Prometheus.’
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The Nose is off this week. In its place, we check in with Wimbledon, wonder whether you should hug a sloth, and look at all the ways Google Maps and Waze, etc., are (maybe) letting us down.
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Known as the “lilac of the South,” crepe myrtle has traditionally been successfully grown in warmer climates. But now with new hybrid, sterile, varieties, we can grow crepe myrtles in Connecticut.
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Your car is collecting more data about you than you probably know: your location, weight, even medical and sexual info! This hour, a deep dive on cars and privacy.
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This hour, we’re spotlighting some of the small-but-mighty efforts to clean litter and protect wildlife in Connecticut.
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Oh, dear. What to do about deer? The latest (surprising) finding: Mixing Half & Half with equal parts water worked as well as expensive lanolin sprays for deterring deer.
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You may not see much damage in June from the squash bugs living in your garden, but if allowed to thrive, your squash patch will be a mess come August.
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Gov. Ned Lamont and legislative leaders decided to tackle a narrow scope of issues they say are tied to upcoming deadlines and effective dates.