Middle South
August, 2011
Regional Report
National News - From NGA Editors
Native Bee Basics
Native bees are important and often under-appreciated pollinators. If you'd like to find out more about these helpful insects and what you can do to conserve and protect them on your property and...
Lingering Effects of Invasive Species
The ecological disruption caused by invasive plants species is a worldwide problem. The cost of the environmental and economic impact of these invaders is estimated to be in the neighborhood of...
Move Gypsy Moth Free
The gypsy moth is an introduced insect that is one of the most destructive pests of trees and shrubs ever to reach our shores. Its immature stage, a dark, hairy caterpillar with rows of red and...
Landscape Problem Solver
We all probably wish we had an experienced gardener we could call on for advice whenever problems arise in the garden. For those of us without such a fount of knowledge, the Landscape Problem...
In the Garden
When Pots Are More Than Pots
Now that I'm editing photos from my most recent trip, I'm reminded how important it is to make good use of my camera on a garden tour. It not only takes photos of the things I want to remember, it also records objects and ideas that can be discovered...
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Resources
Shows & Events
Open House at Plant Delights Plan to visit Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanical Garden, September 9-11 and...
Favorite or New Plant
Japanese Forest Grass I've always loved ornamental grasses for their color, fine texture, and graceful habit, but I was...
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Regional Reminders
- Take Shortcut to New Garden Bed
- Reduce Weeds
- Leave Queen Anne's Lace
- Increase Your Lettuce Crop
- Overwinter Lemon Verbena
