http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/ en-us 2008-05-09T10:59:44-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/003631.php (sponsored by the Lee County Master Gardeners) Seven private gardens will be open to the public on Saturday, May 17th, 10am-5pm and Sun, May 18th, 1pm-6pm. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Advance tickets may be... smithkp 2008-05-09T10:59:44-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001511.php In Alabama, a family of four generates an average of 2.5 tons of garbage per year. Twenty percent of the solid waste produced annually in Alabama is composed of lawn and garden debris such as grass clippings, tree and shrub... smithkp 2005-10-24T12:45:59-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001317.php Adult Japanese beetles and other plant eating beetles are emerging as adults this time of year. These insects can also be trouble in their larval stage, white grubs feeding on turfgrass roots. Treating the adults now gives a gardener immediate... smithkp 2005-06-24T08:21:03-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001265.php These workshops are offered in four locations around the state. Classes will review the basics and explain how trees are different from other plants; explain how city environments differ from wild forests; discuss monitoring trees for a city’ s benefit;... smithkp 2005-05-24T13:39:03-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001262.php Joyce Simendinger, Tuscaloosa County Agent Assistant What is more satisfying than plucking a red-ripe juicy tomato from home grown vines or snapping and cooking your own green beans to add to a steak supper? Now that Jack Frost has left... smithkp 2005-05-23T09:26:04-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001228.php smithkp 2005-05-06T13:59:15-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001219.php Charles Andrews, Regional Extension Agent If you own a home, it was probably inspected for termites when you purchased it. But just because there weren't termites found then, that doesn't mean you can forget about them. Learn the signs that... smithkp 2005-04-29T08:51:46-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001204.php It is important to test your soil every two to three years. This ensures that your garden plants have the healthiest environment. A soil test checks for available nutrients and the pH level. Every square foot of soil can be... smithkp 2005-04-20T15:42:19-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001176.php Preparing soil properly is the basis for any successful garden area – vegetable, mixed border, turf, or any other. Beginners do not always realize how important this is, but wonder later why a planting did no succeed. Though we... smithkp 2005-04-07T12:46:30-06:00 http://www.aces.edu/mt/mastergardener/archives/001009.php Amy Winstead, Regional Extension Agent Properly planting your new garden plants is critical to ensure their productive future in the landscape. Planting now still gives time for them to acclimate to their new homes, developing healthy root systems, before the... smithkp 2005-01-31T10:06:15-06:00