Opossums
Opossums are a part of the urban landscape in much of the United States. Mary Schmidt from Lichterman Nature Center brings her opossum friend and talks about how these animals live. Opossums are short lived and the only marsupials in the United States. Mary also talks about why they come to your yard and what you can do to discourage them.
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When to Compost and When to Trash
This week in the garden Peter Richards shows when you can compost plants out of your garden and when you should just throw them away. Healthy plants can be composted, but diseased or insect infested plant debris should be thrown in the trash. >>Watch
Horticulture expert Dr. Lelia Kelly defines the gardening term crown. The crown of the plant is the point where the stems meet the roots. This should be at the soil level. >>Watch |
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Spice up a Drab Winter Landscape
Winter home landscapes are often bland and boring. Retired MSU Extension Horticulture Specialist Lelia Kelly talks about easy things you can do to spice up your home’s winter landscape that won’t break the bank. Start with cleanup. Get rid of the dead plants in your beds but leave the ornamental grasses. A thin layer of mulch will give a neat and professional look. >>Watch
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Fall and Winter Weed Control
Many people don’t think about weeds in the winter, but Alabama A&M University Extension Specialist Rudy Pacumbaba says during the wintertime there are a lot of weeds that sprout. Using a preemergent herbicide is the best and easiest way to control weeds before they sprout, especially in the lawn. Winter time is the best time to add soil amendments. Also, you should remove any dead plants or weeds. >>Watch
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Getting Lawnmowers Ready for Winter
Getting your lawnmower ready for winter will prepare it for the spring. UT Extension agent, Booker T. Leigh shows the proper way to maintain and store our lawnmowers for the winter months. He shows how to change the air filter, oil, and talks about changing the spark plug and using fuel stabilizer to keep the lawnmower in working condition through the winter. With good maintenance the lawnmower will be ready for another season. >>Watch
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We are being invaded by this little grey bug. What can we do?
This is the brown marmorated stink bug. Mary Schmidt from Lichterman Nature Center says it is an invasive insect that has invaded the southern United States. It is a stink bug so if it gets in your home don’t squish it. You can vacuum them up and take them back outside. UT Extension Agent Chris Cooper says pesticides will not be effective. He recommends sealing or calking cracks in your home to keep them out. >>Watch
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Can I grow a butterfly garden on a high-rise balcony?
Yes, you can. Mary Schmidt from Lichterman Nature Center says butterflies can fly very high, much higher than your balcony. She recommends planting nectar sources, but also plants that support the caterpillars. She gives some suggestions. >>Watch
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How do I care for my winter pansies?
Pansies, if planted correctly, should be able to take care of themselves. UT Extension Agent Booker T. Leigh says make sure there is no standing water around the plants. You can also fertilize, preferably with a slow-release fertilizer. >>Watch
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Can I have grass in a shaded yard?
Yes, you can, but you need to make sure you plant grass that is shade tolerant. UT Extension Agent Booker T. Leigh says fescue is a good choice in this situation. Before you put in the grass you need to make sure there are no areas of standing water. If there are you need to improve drainage in those areas. >>Watch
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