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Hear Milberger's Gardening South Texas Live on location at Milberger's Nursery at 1604/Bulverde Road - every Saturday and Sunday from 12noon - 2pm on 930 AM The Answer

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  1. SUN 11/1/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this Sunday follow-up episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to check in on fall garden progress and answer listener calls. The team highlights early fall tomato harvests,...

  2. SAT 10/31/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this Halloween edition of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to share seasonal gardening tips and highlight local store deals. The panel dives into a detailed discussion on selecting...

  3. SUN 10/25/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, host Alex Escobar and experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery to share fall gardening tips, focusing on winter annuals like pansies, violas, and cyclamen. The team discusses shade tree...

  4. SAT 10/24/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, host Alex Escobar and experts Dr. Calvin Finch, Mark Peterson, and guest David Rodriguez dive into fall gardening essentials, focusing on landscape and patio citrus care, freeze protection techniques, and vibrant seasonal annuals. Broadcasting...

  5. SUN 10/18/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Broadcast live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery during their Spooktacular Halloween event, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson share seasonal advice on preparing South Texas gardens for cooler autumn weather. The team answers caller questions on topics ranging from...

  6. SAT 10/17/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Broadcast live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery during their Spooktacular Halloween event, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson answer listener questions while highlighting fall garden preparations, seasonal plant sales, and local wildlife sightings like migrating...

  7. SUN 10/11/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery on 930 AM The Answer, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson answer caller questions while discussing cool-weather annuals like stocks, violas, and snapdragons. The trio also covers...

  8. SAT 10/10/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this pre-recorded episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas on 930 AM The Answer, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson discuss seasonal landscape care as cooler autumn temperatures reach South Texas. The team highlights ideal cool-weather annuals—such as snapdragons,...

  9. SUN 10/4/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson answer listener questions on cool-weather vegetable gardening, milkweed pest management, and tree pruning techniques. The panel also outlines eligible species for the active CPS Energy...

  10. SAT 10/3/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson discuss seasonal fall planting techniques, optimal lawn care strategies, and bird activity following recent rains in the San Antonio area. The experts detail proper selection for...

  11. SUN 9/27/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson offer expert advice on transitioning your lawn for fall, applying pre-emergent fertilizers, and planting cold-tolerant seasonal vegetables and flowers. The team also answers listener...

  12. SAT 9/26/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson discuss seasonal lawn care transitions, effective pre-emergent weed control, and strategies for establishing new plants as cooler temperatures and rain approach. The team also fields…

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  13. SUN 9/20/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    On this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson dive into essential fall gardening practices, covering proper watering strategies for newly planted trees and optimal timing for cool-season vegetable transplants. The team also…

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  14. SAT 9/19/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    On this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson discuss local fall gardening updates, including a call for listener data on native milkweed plantings and the highly anticipated arrival of migrating monarch butterflies. The team also...

  15. SUN 9/13/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson offer expert advice for local gardeners, featuring a step-by-step masterclass on how to collect, select, and propagate native oak trees from acorns. The trio also takes live calls from...

  16. SAT 9/12/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson help San Antonio listeners navigate late-summer heatwaves while preparing their gardens for the upcoming fall and winter vegetable seasons. The trio takes live callers to discuss...

  17. SUN 9/6/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Broadcast live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery in San Antonio, Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson offer seasonal advice on transitioning landscapes from summer to fall. Throughout the episode, the panel fields listener questions on managing heat stress in…

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  18. SAT 9/5/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milburger's Landscaping and Nursery to guide listeners through the upcoming fall planting season. Joined by special guest and County Horticulturist David Rodriguez…

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  19. SUN 8/23/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, co-hosts Alex Escobar and Dr. Calvin Finch welcome retired SAWS Conservation Vice President Karen Guz to discuss water conservation and strategies for preparing fall vegetable gardens. Joined later by staff member Mary, the panel also explores...

  20. SAT 8/22/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    On this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar and Dr. Calvin Finch are joined by Men's Garden Club of San Antonio leaders Alberto Del Rio and Charles Bartlett to discuss fall gardening strategies, winter vegetable prep, and local environmental initiatives. The team…

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  21. SUN 8/16/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery to share seasonal guidance on fall tomato planting, heat-tolerant perennials, and late-summer pepper care. They also field caller...

  22. SAT 8/15/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery to share essential mid-August strategies for planting fall tomatoes, managing vegetable crops, and protecting ripening watermelons....

  23. SAT 8/8/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, host Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson offer expert advice on controlling invasive cat's claw vine and protecting landscapes from scorching August heat. The team also covers essential late-summer prep, sharing practical tips on...

  24. SUN 8/9/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this live episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, host Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson take caller questions on tackling garden pests like caterpillars, slugs, and sandburs using targeted treatments like Sluggo Plus and strategic pre-emergents. The team also breaks down...

  25. SUN 8/2/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    On this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson answer on-site customer questions about selecting the right size crepe myrtles, identifying white fungus in potted soil, and treating rosemary dieback caused by heavy rain. They also...

  26. SAT 8/1/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    On this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson answer listener questions on distinguishing Monarch from Queen caterpillars, controlling aphids, and managing crape myrtle bark scale. They also detail essential late-summer gardening…

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  27. SUN 7/26/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to share summer gardening tips on heat-tolerant blooms, recommended shade trees, and caring for root-bound plants like Bougainvillea. The experts also take listener calls to answer...

  28. SAT 7/25/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to share expert advice on heat-tolerant blooms, blooming vines for pollinators, and early preparations for fall tomato planting. They also answer listener questions to solve common…

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  29. SUN 7/19/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    It’s a warm, breezy Sunday in South Texas, and the radio crew is back to help you navigate late-July garden shifts, unexpected weather patterns, and tough turf challenges. Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson break down the immediate steps you need to take to keep your landscape...

  30. SAT 7/18/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    After surviving a week of heavy storms, Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson look at the silver lining of the recent downpours and share how South Texas gardeners can make the most of the unexpected moisture.

  31. SUN 7/12/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Happy Sunday from South Texas! The team is back live at Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery, enjoying some brief sunshine between classic South Texas summer storms. Hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson are joined by local callers and nursery visitors to tackle ground cover...

  32. SAT 7/11/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    It’s a rainy Saturday in South Texas, and the crew is broadcasting live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery! In this episode, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson brave the thunder to answer your burning horticulture questions, share crucial seasonal advice, and highlight...

  33. SUN 7/5/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    The 4th of July weekend wrap-up continues with the team at Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery! In this Sunday episode, Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson dive back into the summer heat to talk butterflies, seasonal sales, and neighborhood storm damage.

  34. SAT 7/4/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Celebrate the 4th of July with the team at Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery! In this holiday episode, Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson dive into essential mid-summer gardening strategies for South Texas as the region enters a hot, dry drought period.

  35. SUN 6/28/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Is your South Texas garden ready for the 99-degree heat? On this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, live from Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson tackle the unique shifting challenges of the summer landscape—from tricky container...

  36. SAT 6/27/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    The recent rainfall has been a blessing for South Texas landscapes, but it also brought a couple of major challenges to the garden: weeds and pests. In this episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson dive into practical, organic…

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  37. SUN 6/21/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    It’s a live Father's Day broadcast from the nursery! Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson are back on the patio to tackle your summer gardening questions. The team chats about the local butterfly activity, breaks down the difference between Japanese and Wax Leaf Ligustrum, and…

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  38. SAT 6/20/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    In this special Father’s Day weekend episode of Milberger's Gardening South Texas, Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson discuss how to attract local birds using native, berry-producing trees like Anaqua, Red Mulberry, and Hackberry without losing a neat, disciplined landscape design....

  39. SUN 6/14/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    The Milberger’s Gardening South Texas team is back live on the nursery patio! Join host Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson as they brave the San Antonio heat to deliver expert advice on summer landscaping and flash flood prep. The crew highlights perfect Father's Day gifts with big...

  40. SAT 6/13/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Because of quick station maintenance, the guys are coming to you pre-recorded this Saturday! Join host Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson on Milberger’s Gardening South Texas as they share how to tackle the summer heat by landscape "layering" with shade-loving Holly Fern and…

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  41. SUN 6/7/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    It’s a gorgeous, cloudy Sunday in San Antonio, and the team is back on the patio porch! In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson dive straight into what local growers care about most this month: high-yield vegetable harvests and...

  42. SAT 6/6/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    It is officially June in South Texas, and the heat isn’t the only thing shaking up the landscape! In this episode of Milberger’s Gardening South Texas, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson broadcast live from the nursery porch to help local gardeners navigate a bizarre and...

  43. SUN 5/31/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    The team is live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to help you navigate a lush, post-rain South Texas summer! Host Alex Escobar and experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson offer tactical advice for controlling aggressive Cat’s Claw vines with targeted stump killers, and they explain how...

  44. SAT 5/30/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    The team is live from Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery to help you prep your backyard for a hot South Texas summer! Host Alex Escobar and experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson break down essential summer gardening strategies, including the famous 3-2-1 watering schedule for establishing…

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  45. SUN 5/24/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    After a soggy week in South Texas, the clouds have parted! Join host Alex Escobar along with horticultural experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson as they broadcast live under a beautiful Sunday sun on the patio at Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery. On this episode, the team focuses heavily…

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  46. SAT 5/23/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Grab your rain gear and join host Alex Escobar, along with horticultural experts Dr. Calvin Finch and Mark Peterson, broadcasting live from a wet and rainy patio at Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery! In this episode, the team dives deep into the best practices for handling South Texas' erratic...

  47. SUN 5/17/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Live from the patio at Milberger’s Landscaping and Nursery, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson bring you a bright Sunday edition of Gardening South Texas on 930 AM The Answer. The trio chats about the high humidity and upcoming rain forecasts before answering live listener...

  48. SAT 5/16/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Live from the patio at Milberger’s Landscape and Nursery, hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson bring you a breezy Saturday afternoon edition of Gardening South Texas. The guys celebrate a big San Antonio Spurs victory before diving headfirst into your local horticultural...

  49. SUN 5/10/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Join the team at Milberger’s Gardening South Texas as hosts Alex Escobar, Dr. Calvin Finch, and Mark Peterson share expert gardening advice, Mother’s Day plant specials, tree care tips after recent storms, and the best pollinator plants for South Texas landscapes. From roses and figs to lawn care...

  50. SAT 5/9/26 W ALEX ESCOBAR, DR. CALVIN FINCH, & MARK PETERSON

    Join the crew at Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery for a lively edition of Gardening South Texas as the hosts discuss storm damage at the nursery, caring for trees after heavy winds, Mother’s Day gardening specials, pollinator-friendly plants, roses, figs, water conservation, and expert advice...

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Milberger's Gardening STX has 1,000 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 3, 2026.

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Hear Milberger's Gardening South Texas Live on location at Milberger's Nursery at 1604/Bulverde Road - every Saturday and Sunday from 12noon - 2pm on 930 AM The Answer

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