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Micro-Irrigation for Home Landscape Plantings
Information on benefits of micro-irrigation systems for a home landscape and basics/guidelines on installation and ideas to consider.

Crape myrtle varieties and their care described
(Distributed 06/17/08) The LSU AgCenter has conducted a considerable amount of evaluation research on crape myrtles over the last 10-plus years, according to LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. Allen Owings. “Probably 40-50 varieties are worthy of being grown and sold in Louisiana,” Owing says.

All-American daylily for 2008 announced
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(Distributed 04/14/08) The 2008 All-American Daylily winner is Sweet Summer Valentine, chosen by the All-American Daylily Selection Council. The plant has light, buff-pink flowers with a vivid burgundy maroon eyezone and a matching edge.

Petunias are Popular Bedding Plant
petunias

Information on the use of petunias in our Louisiana home landscapes.

Azaleas - Louisiana's Most Popular Landscape Shrub
azalea
Information on azaleas includes recommended cultural practices and other keys to be successful with this popular plant in your landscape efforts.
Mulch with pine straw
(Distributed 02/22/08) Mulching is one of the most important tasks for a successful landscape. Ornamental plants benefit greatly from it. Mulching should be part of garden maintenance at least twice a year, according to LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dr. Allen Owings.
Durango Series Marigold - Photo Gallery
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The Durango series marigolds have been evaluated at the LSU AgCenter the last several years. This is a group of French marigolds.
Safari Series Marigolds - Photo Gallery
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The Safari series marigolds have been evaluated at the LSU AgCenter the last several years. This is a group of French marigolds.
Razzle Dazzle Crape Myrtles - Introduction and Landscape Performance in 2007
The newest series of crape myrtles are the 'Razzle Dazzle' series. There are hybrids and are dwarf in form. Landscape performance evaluations are underway at the LSU AgCenter.
Ball FloraPlant, Ball Seed and Pan American Seed Herbaceous Plant Trial Report - 2007
Landscape evaluation observations were taken on new plants from Ball Seed, Pan American Seed and Ball Flora Plant in 2007. Here is the completed report from LSU AgCenter work at Burden Center and the Hammond Research Station.
Plush Petunia Cultivars - Photo Gallery
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The new 'Plush' series of petunias are the newest of the seed propagated spreading type petunias. They are available from S & G Flowers. Here is photo gallery of the cultivars.
Trees for Louisiana Landscapes
trees
This publication includes information on conserving existing trees, planting and transplanting, pruning, tree fertilization, street and parking area plantings, tree evaluation, tree lists and a quick tree selection guide.
Nonchemical Weed Control for Home Landscapes
Nonchemical Weed Control
Louisianians take pride in the appearance of their lawns and landscapes. Weeds, however, can detract from that appearance and frustrate homeowners. Information on adaptation, light, soils and mulch can be found in this publication.
Daylilies Add Color To Gardens In Early Summer
(For Release On Or After 04/28/06) Daylilies are coming into bloom about now, and gardeners would be hard pressed to find a plant that provides so many colorful flowers for so little effort. Available in an amazing variety of colors, shapes and sizes, there are daylilies to fit virtually every taste and garden situation.