There are many summer fruits coming in at this time of year, and they can add refreshment to these warm days that will be with us for a while.

Weekly news article providing information about Crape Myrtles. Crape myrtiles are staring to put on their summer floral display and the results are stunning.

Livingston Parish will conduct its first Master Gardener Training program starting August 6, 2008 and ending November 5, 2008. For more information click on article to download an application.

Weekly news article providing information on Fig trees. Figs are still a popular fruit grown mostly for personal use in our area. There is nothing better than fig preserves on a hot buttered biscuit.

The tomatoes are starting to come in and I have tasted a few. This weeks news article will provide information about Tomatoes and Cucumbers.

Weekly news article providing information on Hydrangeas and slime mold on grasses in the lawns.

Weekly news article providing information on fertilizing lawns

Weekly news article providing information on Tomato Plants. The rain event from last week really played havoc on vegetables. I have had numerous conversations with people who lost their entire garden to hail, wind, or water. I would expect to see more incidence of disease following thos rains.

Weekly news article providing information on Pecan Phylloxera and Fire Ant control.

Weekly news article providing information on control for Carpenter Bees. Carpenter bees are very territorial and they are committed to keeping you out of their space.