Lower South
August, 2005
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Build a Rain Garden
Storm water runoff can be a big problem in summer during heavy thunderstorms. As the water rushes across roofs and driveways, it picks up oil and other pollutants. Municipal storm water treatment...
A Different Lamb's Ears
When you say lambs ears ( Stachys byzantina ), most flower gardeners think of the perennial with silvery white, wooly foliage and purple flower spikes. However, there is another version of lambs...
All About Watermelons
There is nothing that says summertime like fresh watermelon. If youre looking for more ways to use watermelons in recipes, as decorations, or in activities with your kids, check out the...
New False Aster
Boltonia is a flower in the aster family that blooms in late summer. A North American native, boltonia produces masses of white, pink, or violet flowers, depending on the variety. This perennial...
In the Garden
Tomato Reruns
By the end of summer, our tomato patch is usually pretty ragged-looking due to the ravages of insects, mites, and diseases. It's also stopped setting fruit due to the heat of summer. However, fall is coming and with it comes a fresh new start on the...
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Resources
Favorite or New Plant
'Mutabilis' Rose Old garden roses have the reputation of being able to not only survive but thrive despite the...
Clever Gardening Technique
Shading New Seedlings and Transplants We have to begin our fall gardens when the weather is brutally hot. New seedlings and transplants...
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Regional Reminders
- Caring for Late-Season Perennials
- Plant Fall Vegetables
- Rejuvenate Summer-Blooming Shrubs
- Water Next Year's Fruit Now
- Pamper New Seeds
