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Reading Seed Catalogs
Seed Catalogs provide a dizzying array of options of seeds and plants. Retired MSU Horticulture Specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly talks about how to read the wealth of information provided in seed catalogs. Catalogs provide information about each variety including optimal growing conditions, disease resistance, days to harvest and what the plant looks like when it is mature.
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This Week in the GardenCherry Gummosis
This week in the garden UT Extension Agent Chris Cooper identifies gummosis on a cherry tree. Gummosis is oozing of sap from a wound or when it is trying to flush out an insect or infection. >>Watch
You need to make sure you don’t use the same sprayer for herbicides and fungicides. Residual herbicide in the tank will unintentionally damage plants. UT Extension Agent Chris Cooper talks about the importance of labeling your sprayers to make sure you don’t mix them up. >>Watch |
Grapes and Muscadines
Mike Dennison gives the basics of growing grapes. There are two main types of grapes: bunch grapes and muscadines. The best time to plant or prune grapes is in the early spring. Muscadines are native to the south-eastern United States and do well in the climate. >>Watch
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Garden Crafts For Kids
Mississippi State University Extension Horticulture Specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly talks about fun gardening activities and crafts to do with kids. >>Watch
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Garden Safety
Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison talks about staying safe in the garden. In the middle of the summer the sun and heat can be dangerous. Insects can be a problem in the summer so wear insect repellent. Often garden tools are sharp so you must be careful when using and sharpening them. Mike does not recommend pruning trees with a ladder. Pesticides can also be dangerous. >>Watch
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What are some of the best long-term organic fertilizer options?
Phosphorus and Potassium are relatively stable in the soil, but nitrogen is short lived in the soil. Retired MSU Horticulture Specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly says most long-term or slow-release fertilizers are focused on nitrogen. She also gives amendments that will increase potassium and phosphorus if needed. >>Watch
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Why does my limelight hydrangea have dying branches?
It is very strange that a mature plant suddenly has dying branches with no evidence of insects or disease. Retired MSU Horticulture Specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly wonders if there has been a change with the soil or drainage around the plant. This can cause root rot or other problems. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison also thinks there may have been digging in the area that damaged the roots. >>Watch
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How do I keep ants from eating my squash flowers?
The ants are not eating your squash flowers. Retired MSU Horticulture Specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly says they are probably there because aphids are there. She recommends eliminating the aphids. She also gives some things you can do to try to keep the ants away. >>Watch
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What is this weed in my yard?
This is a fleabane. Retired MSU Horticulture Specialist Dr. Lelia Kelly says it comes up in the fall with a base of leaves and will eventually have small daisy-like flowers. She says they are easy to pull or hoe. Retired UT Extension Agent Mike Dennison lists chemicals that will control fleabane. >>Watch
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