How can I keep “bad” bugs out of my garden and attract “good” bugs? How can I control slugs and other soil insect pests? What insect...
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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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Revised by Andre Luiz Biscaia Ribeiro da Silva, Extension Specialist, Assistant Prof...
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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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The common garden millipede (Oxidus gracilis), also known as the greenhouse millipede or flat-backed millipede, has become most troublesome ...
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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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Learn the guidelines for recycling leaves for use as mulch or, in decomposed form, as compost for amending soil. Included are ...
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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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Learn the guidelines for site selection, soil preparation, and planting of rabbiteye blueberries, along with watering, fertilizing, ...
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Applying the principles of Hopkins’ Law can help you determine your planting schedule based on predicted bloom times for your location.
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Growing roses can be a rewarding hobby, providing color and beauty for a gardener’s landscape from spring through fall, depending on the c...
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