Upper South
July, 2006
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Grow a Fall Crop of Strawberries
Strawberry lovers take heart; for those who cant get enough fresh strawberries and wish the June crop produced over a longer period, there may be a solution. A new cropping technique developed by...
New, Natural Weed Killer
Summertime means weeding time for most gardeners. While the old methods of hand pulling and hoeing are still the most effective, sometimes youd just like to spray those weeds to get rid of them....
Unique Pine Tree
Evergreen trees fill many roles in the landscape. They block unsightly views, provide a dark backdrop to colorful flowering shrubs and perennials, and create habitat for birds and wildlife. Its a...
Free Guide for Organic Gardeners
The number of organic farmers, as well as the number of acres devoted to organic growing methods, has increased steadily for the past 10 years. This increase creates a need for up-to-date growing...
In the Garden
Endless Blackberries
For many people, myself included, the mention of blackberries conjures up images of treks to fencerows and woodland edges, to say nothing of lots of scratches and chigger bites. Also for many, the hard-won bounty most often was used to make a deeply...
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Resources
Shows & Events
Herb Conference The International Herb Association Annual Public and Member Education Day is Saturday, July 15,...
Books
Cooking with Berries Most likely there are more recent books on using berries in the kitchen, but for those willing to...
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Regional Reminders
- Combat Cucumber Beetles
- Start Fall Vegetables
- Create Beds Around Trees and Shrubs
- Harvest Garlic, Onions, and Shallots
- Take Note of Daylily Colors
