29th Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium
The 29th Annual Alabama Beekeepers Symposium is back in Clanton, Alabama in 2024. The symposium wi...
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Honey bees are under a lot of stress worldwide. In the United States, beekeepers deal with terrible bee parasites called Varroa mites, disea...
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Whether you call them lightning bugs or fireflies, you must admit light-producing insects are fascinating. These light producing insects are...
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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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Native azaleas bloom throughout the spring and into the summer presenting a spectacular flower show like none other. Learn about lan...
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Genetically modified mosquitoes are one of many new tools that could help with the control of mosquito populations and prevent the species' ...
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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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Horticulture and Plants Enrich Our Schools and Communities
Unique gardens and cultural landmarks create a sense of place
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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...
Read More about Cicada Killers: The Asian Giant Hornet Look-alike
The camellia has long been a pampered and cherished plant, considered more delicate and difficult to grow than it really is. Gardene...
Read More about The Culture of Camellias: The State Flower of Alabama
Snap and lima beans are very popular crops for both commercial and backyard production in Alabama. A number of common diseases attac...
Read More about Common Diseases of Snap and Lima Beans