Middle South
September, 2007
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Organic Tomatoes Rich in Antioxidants
People choose organically grown produce over conventionally grown produce for a variety of reasons, such as minimizing pesticide exposure and preference for the taste. New research supports the...
Unusual Double-Flowered Tiger Lily
Tiger lilies ( Lilium lancifolium ) are easy-to-grow, 4- to 6-foot-tall, hardy bulbs that typically produce downward-facing flowers in midsummer. While most have single flowers, an old, unusual...
Floating Planter for Ponds
Barley straw has been shown to emit a chemical thats effective in controlling algae in water gardens and ponds. There are many purely functional barley straw products on the market, but a new...
Make Your Own Garden Cart
Many gardeners fondly remember, and may still own, the original Model 26 Garden Way garden cart. This revolutionary cart made hauling soil, mulch, and other materials much easier than using a...
In the Garden
A Challenging Year for Japanese Maples
This spring's late freeze and the current drought have taken their toll on garden plants, and Japanese maples have been especially hard hit. All across the region, the tender new foliage was killed by temperatures in the teens and twenties during the...
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Resources
Web Finds
Seed Savers Exchange The Seed Savers Exchange is a nonprofit organization that encourages gardeners to save and...
Clever Gardening Technique
Save Seeds It's rewarding to save seeds from this year's garden for replanting next year. Historically,...
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Regional Reminders
- Dry Herbs
- Clean Up Garden Debris
- Dig Potatoes
- Keep Weeding Gardens
- Late-Summer Rose Care
