Lower South
February, 2007
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Bird Watching
It may be early for birds to start their spring migration, but its still a good time to check in with our feathered friends to see how theyre doing. During the 10th Annual Great Backyard Bird...
New Space-Saving Squash
Summer squash varieties come in many different shapes and colors, and some of the most unique are the patty pans. Often compared to flying saucers, these varieties combine the rich summer squash...
New Double-Flowered Hellebore
Dan Hinkley, formerly of Heronswood Nursery fame, has been breeding hellebores, also called Christmas roses, for years. His selections have expanded the color and form of hellebore flowers...
New/Old Garden Hoes
Many home gardeners are clever recyclers, and are adept at finding new ways to use an old product or tool in the garden. If youre in this category, then youll appreciate the idea behind Rogue...
In the Garden
Rejuvenate Overgrown Houseplants
Houseplants often last for years, coaxed along for so long that they become members of the family. I've seen some pretty lanky, decrepit specimens in my time. The years had seen them outgrow their beauty but still gain a loyal connection with their...
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Resources
Clever Gardening Technique
ICU for Newly Air-Layered Plants When you start a new cutting or remove an air layer, it generally needs a little time to get a...
Web Finds
Rose Pruning Advice This Pruning Web page from University of Illinois Extension offers advice for pruning roses of...
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Regional Reminders
- Spray Dormant Oil
- Clean Up Perennial Herbs
- Avoid Working Wet Soil
- Plant Roses
- Pruning Roses
