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Early Blight of Tomatoes
Tomatoes

Early blight is one of the most common diseases of tomatoes in Louisiana. This article provides tips to help manage the disease.

How to Care for Fresh Christmas Trees
Christmas tree

Richland Parish County Agent, Keith Collins, provides tips about the proper care and maintenance of freshly cut Christmas trees.

Ground Covers in the Landscape
Ivy

Living ground covers are defined as plants used to cover areas of the landscape. They generally have a creeping or prostrate growth habit and grow no taller than two feet.

Fall Lawn Fertilization and Maintenance
How to take soil samples

Louisiana lawns continue to grow into the fall and should continue to be mowed and watered as needed; however, it is getting time to put away the fertilizer spreader for the winter.

Recognizing and Controlling Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy
"Leaves of three, let it be" is the old saying regarding poison ivy, a tall vine that climbs tree trunks, wood fences, or other flat surfaces.
Blossom-end Rot of Tomatoes
Blossom-end Rot
Dark brown or black blotches on the bottom of tomato fruit is a sure sign of blossom-end rot.
Louisiana Honey Plants
honey plants
This publication contains a variety of information about 53 Louisiana plants that can serve as nectar sources for honeybees. Illustrated by color photos of each plant, the 32-page guide includes descriptions of the plants and the honey produced from each source. It also includes a handy chart showing the blooming season for each plant. Cost: $10 plus tax and shipping. You can order this book through our online store by using the Order Publication link below.
FAQs Related to Home Vegetable Gardening
FAQs Related to Home Vegetable Gardening
Frequently Asked Questions related to home vegetable gardening.
Horticulture Publication Links
Posting of links to key Horticulture Publications.
Fungicide Application Recommendations for Pecan Disease Control
sprayer
The key components of the effective use of fungicides for pecan disease control are timing, coverage and concentration. The updated 2009 fungicide list is included.
"Bee Ready!"
Bees on Flower
78th Edition of "Bee Ready!" from Dr. Dale Pollet, Professor and Specialist in the Department of Entomology at LSU.
Disease Management in Home Vegetable Gardens
home vegetable gardnes
This publication is intended to introduce home vegetable gardeners to the various methods used to manage the many diseases that affect these crops. (PDF Format Only)
Bee Keepers in Richland & Ouachita Parishes
A listing of the names and phone numbers of local bee keepers.
Order Form for Parish LMG Program Fee
Order form for state Louisiana Master Gardener program fee
Order form for parish Louisiana Master Gardener (LMG) program fee.