April's Grow More, Give More Harvest of the Month is sweet peas! Find growing instructions as well as yummy recipes that use sweet peas belo...
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The most popular spring flowering tree in Alabama is the flowering dogwood. With proper care, the dogwood adds natural beauty to the landsca...
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Learn eight steps to ensure healthy and thriving plants—from analyzing the site and choosing the right plants to mulching and watering. In...
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Powdery mildew can detract from the beauty of ornamental flowers, woody shrubs, and trees. Learn the symptoms and control methods fo...
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Your county Extension office can help you identify plants and pests located in the landscape. All that may be needed is a good-quality photo...
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Termites invade more than just wood; they also eat plants. Learn sustainable, practical methods to safely and effectively manage termites in...
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White grubs can attack most turf grasses. Learn how to recognize grubs and their damage and how to control them.
White grubs are ...
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Most gardeners are familiar with problems caused by diseases and insects because such problems are easily recognized. Few gardeners,...
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1. Be Smart–Have a Plan
Create an overall design plan that considers your family’s needs for this landscape. A well-c...
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The camellia has long been a pampered and cherished plant, considered more delicate and difficult to grow than it really is. Gardene...
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