There are many plant species that normally bloom in the spring and do not bloom in the fall. So, it can be alarming when these plants start ...
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It is disappointing to see large trees and limbs damaged by the wind. There is no way to avoid damage with some storms. However, training or...
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Slime molds rarely damage lawns, but their appearance is unsightly to homeowners. Learn the symptoms, cause, and control.
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In July 2020, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) reported their first trapped Asian giant hornet. Learn more about this r...
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Practicing these simple pruning techniques will help you produce healthier tomato plants with larger fruit.
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One planting of okra can produce both a spring crop and an even bigger fall crop if you follow a few simple guidelines.
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Tomato growers must take care to avoid blossom-end rot (BER), a disorder that can dramatically reduce fruit quality and quantity. By usi...
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Lichens are often blamed for the decline and death of shrubs and trees in Alabama landscapes. Learn about their life history, damage...
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These bermudagrass diseases are closely tied to turf management practices. Know how to avoid damage, recognize symptoms, and control...
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Fire ants can be a major problem in the Southeast and even in other parts of the country. Any outside area including home lawns, gardens, pa...
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Trees provide more than beauty. They give us a sense of history and well-being, make our communities more livable, provide habitat f...
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Learn—month by month—the necessary gardening activities for lawns and shrubs, annuals and perennials, fruit and nut trees, and b...
Read More about Alabama Gardener’s Calendar