Gardening with Angelo Radio Show

saturdays at 8am on wtam 1100

angelo's radio show

Tune in Saturdays at 8am March through October on Cleveland’s NewsRadio WTAM 1100 to hear Northeast Ohio grower & garden center owner Angelo Petitti. In 2026, the show will also air simultaneously on Akron’s NewsRadio 640 WHLO! Listen as Angelo delivers timely lawn & garden advice, or call to have your questions answered live on-air by Angelo, himself! You can also listen to episodes on demand when it’s convenient for you by visiting this page. Saturday’s live episodes are typically posted here the following Monday morning.

how it all began

Since the 1980s, Angelo Petitti has enjoyed sharing his unique knowledge of gardening with Northeast Ohio via Cleveland’s radio airwaves. First beginning on WERE AM, and continuing with several stations over the course of four decades, Angelo now delivers his weekly, one-hour show from the studios of iHeart Cleveland’s Newsradio WTAM 1100. Watch now to see how it all began.

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episodes on demand

  • June 1, 2021

    Veggie Garden Care

    On this Memorial day weekend show we have Noel in for Angelo. She starts the show with tips on what to do to take care of your vegetable garden and spends the rest of the show taking callers.

  • May 24, 2021

    Planting Reminders

    This week: Planting reminders, launching annuals, lawn care and tomato tips! Angelo answers all your gardening/planting questions and more.

  • May 17, 2021

    Is it safe to plant Annuals now?

    May 15 is Northeast Ohio's average "frost-free" date. Apply Bio-tone® starter fertilizer around the roots. For veggies & herb, incorporate Garden-tone® plant food toward the top. For annual flowers, incorporate Osmocote® toward the top.

  • May 10, 2021

    Best Annuals for SUN and SHADE

    For Sun: Supertunia® for non-stop blooms, Superbells® for pollinators, Lantana for deer resistance. For Shade: Impatiens Imara™ for disease resistance, Rieger Begonia for non-stop color, Coleus select varieties for Shade. SunPatiens® for flowers in any lighting

  • May 3, 2021

    Weed Prevention

    Weed Prevention, after planting and mulching, sprinkle Preen® throughout your beds to prevent any new weed seeds that are present from having the opportunity to germinate during the growing season.

  • April 26, 2021

    Okay to Plant

    Soil temps are in the high 50s and there’s plenty of moisture in the ground, which is ideal for planting perennials, trees, and shrubs. Plus last call for Crabgrass. Angelo takes your call and answers your questions about all things gardening.

  • April 19, 2021

    Deer are on the move

    Deer are on the move, feeding on newly emerging plants. Also, learn how to control for grubs, prepare your pots, and discover awesome accent plants for your yard. Angelo takes your calls and more.

  • April 12, 2021

    Perennials lift, divide and transplant

    Now is a great time to lift, divide and transplant your perennials. Plus Angelo is back this week to take your calls and give you tips to keep your garden looking great.

  • April 5, 2021

    Preparing Soil

    Work on your soil now, adding organic amendments like compost (any kind), Petitti Planting Mix™, and Soil Perfector® to create a healthy, nutrient-rich environment for your plants. Noel fills in for Angelo with lots of Spring Garden Tips!

  • March 29, 2021

    Apply crabgrass control now to prevent crabgrass

    Apply crabgrass control now to prevent crabgrass seed from germinating and sprouting.

  • March 22, 2021

    How do I improve my raised bed garden soil?

    It’s imperative to get any dormant pruning done now before sap starts to flow in the next two weeks. Early soil prep, pruning and lawn care, Angelo answers your questions.

  • March 15, 2021

    Pruning | March is the time to trim

    Pruning | March is the time to trim! Can boxwood be transplanted? When should roses be cut back? Angelo answers your questions.

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