Lower South
April, 2005
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
New Snowberries
Snowberries are little-used landscape shrubs, but that may change soon. A new line of snowberries from the Netherlands is being introduced that will expand home gardeners options for growing...
Plant Your Perennials High
Recent research from Cornell Universitys Flower Bulb Research Program has shown that planting perennial flowers higher in the soil may result in better growth and survival. High planting...
Italian Schools Go Organic
Italians are known for their pride in preparing and serving high-quality food. Now they have become pioneers in instituting the use of organic foods in schools across the country. Since 2000 the...
Schools Grow Butterflies and Birds
School gardening is becoming more popular as teachers and parents realize the benefits to learning that this hands-on education offers. Now major corporations are getting involved. The Hilton...
In the Garden
Hanging Baskets Made for Shade
Hanging baskets provide a great way to add color and interest to our summer landscapes. While there are many great blooming plants for hanging baskets, I like to use hanging baskets in shady areas. Baskets in shade are easy to care for as they don't...
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Resources
Web Finds
Successful Shade Gardens We certainly love our giant spreading shade trees. They make a southern summer a bit easier....
Favorite or New Plant
Golden Dewdrop Duranta, or golden dewdrop, is a beautiful plant with an arching to weeping growth habit....
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Regional Reminders
- Prune Spring-Blooming Shrubs
- Don't Let Weeds Get Ahead of You
- Fertilize Tomatoes
- Prevent Blossom End Rot
- Plant Heat-Tolerant Veggies
