Upper South
January, 2009
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
New Scented Tuberous Begonia
Tuberous begonias are gorgeous, shade-loving flowers that produce large bouquets of single or double blooms in colors ranging from white to deep red. However, for as beautiful as they look, these...
Honeybees as Plant Bodyguards
Most gardeners know the advantages of honeybees visiting the garden. Bees play a critical role in the pollination of many fruits and vegetables. New research from Germany shows that honeybees can...
New Colorful False Indigo
Baptisia, or false indigo, is a popular spring-flowering, bushy perennial that grows 2 to 7 feet tall and wide depending on the species. There are white-, purple-, and yellow-flowered types...
Low Stress Wheeled Snow Shovel
Snow and cold is engulfing much of the country this year. While its great to hire someone to plow your driveway and walkways, for do-it-yourselvers shoveling snow actually can be a good form of...
In the Garden
Houseplants Invaded
They seem to appear from nowhere and are particularly attracted to certain plants, while others seem to be immune. Even so, insects can spread like wildfire through your indoor plants. They may have entered the house from plants either recently...
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Resources
Web Finds
Audubon Insectarium If you happen to get to New Orleans this year, be sure to visit the city's new Audubon...
Clever Gardening Technique
Combine Organic Fertilizers Although I haven't tried this yet in my garden, the report inspires me to give it a go this...
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Regional Reminders
- Check for Problems in the Garden
- Consider Fruit Plants
- Work on Vegetable Garden Planning
- Start Looking for Little Bulbs
- Prune Trees and Shrubs
