Cuphea Photo: White Flower Farms |
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
More Plants for Hummingbirds by Amy Norwood
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Grow Lights to Assist Seedling Growth by Brenda Sterns
Have you wondered if all the hype surrounding grow lights is true and if these lights will help your seedlings grow better? Chances are, your online quest for answers left you tangled in contradictory advice. (I've been there myself while delving into this topic for Master Gardeners.) Perhaps you're now teetering between abandoning the idea altogether or impulsively snagging lights adorned with all the persuasive catchphrases, hoping for the best. Today, I hope to explain the cases where supplemental lighting is beneficial and guide you through the key specifications to consider when purchasing grow lights.
Monday, April 15, 2024
Two Great Flowers for Summer Outdoor Pots by Amy Norwood
Plectranthus 'Mona Lavender' All photos by Amy Norwood |
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Heat Mats for Indoor Seed Germination by Brenda Sterns
Photo:Suncore |
Thursday, March 14, 2024
How Plants Communicate When in Danger by Nancy Shepard
Graphic: Phys Org |
I’ve always loved the smell of a freshly mowed lawn. Little did I know that this smell is produced by the blades of grass signaling distress from being injured. Research has shown that plants emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the atmosphere upon mechanical damages or insect attacks. Undamaged neighboring plants sense the released VOCs as danger cues to activate defense responses against upcoming threats.
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Benefits of Snow in Your Garden by Jeffrey Blake
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Is Plastic Mulch worth my time and money? By JoAnnette Charles
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Are Gnats in Your Home Making You Nuts? By Amy Norwood
Adult fungus gnat showing the distinctive, curved “Y” fork in the wings. Photo Credit: B. Schoenmakers, via Wikipedia. |
Do you have tiny flying insects in your home? These insects don’t pose a health risk to people or animals, but they are very annoying. They can be controlled if you know which tiny flying insect you have.
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
What is Winter Sowing? By Cynthia Baldwin
Friday, December 29, 2023
Christmas Tree Recycling 2024 by Vicky Spelman
What happens to the trees? In most cases, the trees are chipped and made into a mulch which is usually made available free to city or county residents.
Trees must be stripped of all ornaments, hardware, strings of lights and tinsel.