Middle South
July, 2009
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
New Compact Obedient Plant
Obedient plant ( Physostegia ) is a widely adapted perennial flower that is so-named, not for its compact and controllable growth habit, but for the way the flowers can be bent into a desired...
On-Line Fruit Encyclopedia
If youre a fruit nut, heres a Web site for you. Fruitipedia.com is an on-going encyclopedia of edible fruits of the world that lists almost 300 different fruits from around the world. Developed...
The Soil Sifter
Many garden plants love a loose, fertile topsoil for growing. This is especially true of fine-rooted plants. However, unless youre willing to buy bagged topsoil or compost or have someone screen...
Keeping Kudzu Under Control
Its considered the scourge of the South. Kudzu is a perennial, vining weed that has taken over thousands of acres of land in the Southeast. It spreads at a rate of 150,000 acres a year and, with...
In the Garden
Make a List, Check it Twice
Have you ever wondered what makes some gardens successful and others less so? For me, the answer is twofold. I like gardens that are expressive and cohesive. In other words, they reflect the interests and sensibilities of the gardener, but do so with...
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Resources
Shows & Events
Georgia Perennial Plant Association Program Join The Georgia Perennial Plant Association at their open monthly meeting for the program...
Web Finds
Preserving Food: Drying Fruits and Vegetables With vegetable gardening on the rise, can food preservation be far behind? In addition to...
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Regional Reminders
- Be Alert for Azalea Lace Bugs
- Control Weeds
- Prune Wisteria
- Plant for Second Harvest
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