Coastal and Tropical South
August, 2010
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
A Cold Shower for Hot Tomatoes
We all know that tomato plants growing in the garden are heat-lovers. So it may come as a surprise to find that, for young plants, using cold irrigation water results in the sturdiest plants....
ADHD and Pesticide Exposure- A Possible Link
If you need a reason to consider "going organic" in the garden and at the supermarket, consider the findings of a study published recently in Pediatrics®, the official journal of the American...
Wave Good-bye to Wasps
Nothing can spoil a late summer picnic or barbecue faster than having to fend off hordes of wasps and yellowjackets. But hold that spray- wasps are also beneficial garden predators that feed on...
The Year of the Heirloom Apple
As apple harvest season approaches, take a moment to consider that 'Delicious' apples account for 41% of the apple crop in the U.S., and only 11 varieties comprise 90% of the apples sold in chain...
In the Garden
Summer Propagation
Good candidates for propagating even in the heat of August include many perennials that you'll want to plant or share over the next few months.
Shady Days
The bench outside my greenhouse is crammed full of baby plants and pots waiting to be...
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Resources
Web Finds
Gardenmama.com The newly relaunched Gardenmama is now open! In my continuing efforts to avoid becoming a...
Books
Growing your own Homegrown Vegetables, Fruits and Herbs: A Bountiful, Healthful Garden for Lean Times by Jim W....
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