Coastal and Tropical South
June, 2008
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Tomatoes Found to Protect Against Sunburn
Many gardeners use sunscreen while outdoors to shield their skin from the suns harmful ultraviolet rays. According to new research, eating tomatoes may also have a sun-protecting effect....
Bushy Cordyline for Tropical Gardens
Tropical plants continue to be the rage, especially in container gardens. One of the most popular tropicals is best loved for its leaves, not flowers. Cordyline is an Australian native that...
Lantanas That Attract the Most Butterflies
Butterfly gardening is one of the most popular types of flower gardening, and one of the most popular nectar plants for adults is Lantana camara . But research has shown that butterflies can be...
New Stool Saves Your Back
Midsummer is weeding and harvesting time in the garden. Unfortunately, this work can be backbreaking. Now there is a new tool that allows you to sit down while working. The wearable garden...
In the Garden
Grow a Haven for Hummingbirds
A good measure of garden health is hummingbirds hanging nose-deep in fresh flowers. These tiny birds are an important part of garden ecology. Hummingbirds don't live on nectar alone. A diet of nothing but sugar couldn't possibly prepare them for 20...
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Resources
Shows & Events
Palms at Leu Gardens On July 20 the Central Florida Palm & Cycad Society will host noted author Donald Hodel for a...
Web Finds
Rubythroat.org Supported by donors to Hilton Pond Center for Piedmont Natural History, Operation Rubythroat is...
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Regional Reminders
- Eradicate Poison Ivy ASAP
- Train Shrubs to Be Drought Tolerant
- Pinch Poinsettias
- Weed and Mulch
- Address Turf Problems
