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Fallen leaves can be useful in landscapes
(Audio 11/02/09) Although most gardeners consider raking a chore, the leaves that fall during the autumn months can serve a purpose. They make wonderful organic matter when used as mulch or in compost. Learn how these materials can be used for improving gardening efforts. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Irrigate landscapes as needed during fall
(Audio 11/02/09) Irrigating landscapes may still be necessary during the fall, especially for newly established plants. Even though the weather is becoming cooler, it can still be fairly dry. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Here are some tips for growing spring bulbs in containers
(For Release On Or After 11/27/09) A variety of spring-flowering bulbs can be grown in containers for indoor display. Two bulbs, paperwhites and amaryllis, do not need much special treatment and are very easy to grow in pots. Most of the other spring-flowering bulbs need a cold treatment first, but otherwise it’s pretty straightforward.
Gardens can provide holiday decorations
(For Release On Or After 11/20/09) Gardens are full of plant materials that can add unique beauty to your holiday decorations. Be on the lookout for attractive foliage, bright berries, decorative cones or pods, and consider other landscape materials that can be dried and brought in for the holidays.
Cool-season bedding plants come in 4 categories
(For Release On Or After 11/13/09) This is the time of year to plant cool-season bedding plants in your flowerbeds. These plants will thrive in the cool to cold weather of fall to spring and keep your flowerbeds looking attractive.
You can plant hedges for privacy now
(For Release On Or After 11/06/09) Hedges can create privacy, block unwanted views, screen out noise and serve other important roles in our landscape. If you’re considering planting a new hedge or replacing a lost one, now is a great time to get it done.
Yards may soon require cold protection
(Audio 11/02/09) Louisiana can begin to experience freezing temperatures anywhere from late fall to early winter, so it is important to start preparing yards for the impending frosts. Now is the time to survey landscapes to determine what is in need of winter protection. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Plant chrysanthemums for fantastic fall color
(Audio 11/02/09) Chrysanthemums are known as the queens of the fall garden. They provide landscapes with a wide range of beautiful colors. Here are some pointers for purchasing and planting chrysanthemums. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Use oil sprays to control scale population
(Audio 11/02/09) Scale insects are a nuisance on ornamentals, and they are especially difficult to control. Using oil sprays is an effective way to manage scale insects. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Peace Lily
Peace lily can brighten a home
(Video 11/02/09) Outdoor plants make your home more attractive, but indoor plants can look great, as well. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains proper care for the peace lily – a lovely green indoor plant. (Runtime: 1:48)
Cool-season bedding plants provide color from fall to spring
(Audio 10/26/09) Fall is a wonderful time for gardeners to purchase cool-season bedding plants that will provide gorgeous color in your landscape well into spring. Consider a few tips when purchasing these plants. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Watch for native wildflowers during October
(Audio 10/26/09) October is one of the best months for noticing Louisiana’s native wildflowers. Our state has many different types of wildflowers, and they come in a variety of beautiful colors. Hear about the many kinds of wildflowers you are likely to encounter this time of the year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Winterizing lawns not considered priority
(Audio 10/26/09) Gardeners will see many advertisements that try to persuade them to winterize their lawns. This process involves a special type of fertilizer thought to enhance lawns due to its high content of potassium. But it's generally not necessary this time of year in Louisiana lawns.(Runtime: 60 seconds)
Prune ragged stubs from trees during fall
(Audio 10/26/09) Gardeners sometimes wonder if fall is the proper time to fertilize trees. The most appropriate time for tree fertilization is in February. The fall is an ideal time for another type of tree care, however. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Tulips and hyacinths require special treatment
(Audio 10/26/09) October is the perfect time to purchase spring-flowering bulbs. Tulips and hyacinths are two wonderful plants, but they require some special handling in Louisiana. Here are some tips for planting these spring-flowering bulbs. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
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Choose garden mums for the landscape
(Video 10/26/09) During the fall, chrysanthemums are a familiar sight in Louisiana. But not all mums are the same. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains how to choose the appropriate mums for your needs. (Runtime: 1:41)
Fall Color Peppers
Ornamental peppers display fall color
(Video 10/19/09) When considering plants that offer fall color you probably visualize pumpkins, chrysanthemums or crotons. On this edition of Get It Growing, however, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explores getting fall color from plants you might not have considered. (Runtime: 1:39)
Uproot caladium tubers during winter months
(Audio 10/19/09) Caladiums are known for providing shady landscapes with beautiful color in the summer. When fall comes around, however, these plants begin to look lackluster. Caladium tubers should be dug up during the fall so they can be reused in the spring. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Cool-season bedding plants thrive during Louisiana's mild winters
(Audio 10/19/09) Louisiana gardeners have many choices for which cool-season bedding plants they can plant during the fall. Here are some examples of hardy plants that will flourish during the mild winter. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
Plant spring-flowering bulbs in the fall
(Audio 10/19/09) Fall months are the perfect time to purchase and plant spring-flowering bulbs. Here are some tips on how to purchase bulbs wisely. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
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