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(Video 01/18/26) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg explains why ball moss can be a big problem for trees.
(Video 01/11/26) Horticulturist Jason Stagg recommends taking the time to explore the fascinating world of lichens.
(Video 01/04/26) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg explains how the beautiful resurrection fern gets its name.
(Video 12/28/25) Jason Stagg suggests camelia sasanquas as an excellent choice for a variety of flower colors and evergreen foliage.
(Video:11-23-25) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg explains some of the best plants you can use to show off vibrant cool-season color.
(Video: 11-16-25) LSU Horticulturist Jason Stagg talks with extension agent Jessie Hoover about what plants work best to attract wildlife into your yard.
(Video 3/3/25) Some landscapes require a lot of time and effort to maintain the plants.
(Video 2/24/25) Now is a great time to take steps to help maintain small trees and shrubs in your landscape.
(Video 02/17/25) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Michael Polozola about some of the best pecan varieties for our state and the best time to plant them.
(Video 02/10/25) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg advises patience before removing plants that appear to be dead after a freeze.
(Video 01/27/25) On this Get It Growing, discover some great small trees you can use in your yard and how to properly plant them.
(Video 02/03/25) On this Get It Growing, learn how to get the best fig cuttings to propagate a healthy plant.
(Video 01/27/25) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg mentions some great small trees you can use in your yard and explains how to properly plant them.
(Video 01/20/25) LSU AgCenter horticulturists Jason Stagg and Michael Polozola discuss tips for growing the camellia japonica.
(Video 01/13/25) LSU AgCenter horticulturists Jason Stagg and Anna Timmerman discuss the pawpaw tree — a native Louisiana plant.
(Video 12/26/24) On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg describes some important steps for maintaining plants moved indoors.
(Video 12/19/24) On this Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg explains some of the best holly varieties to grow in your landscape.
(Video 12/04/24) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg explains how to care for your poinsettias so they last through the holidays.
(Video 11/27/24) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Jason Stagg provides you with some good perennials to plant in your landscape now.
(Video 3/4/24) Most of our lawns are not in tip-top shape right now.
(Video 2/25/24) As we push through the end of winter toward spring, it’s a good time to evaluate how well the plants in our landscape are doing.
(Video 2/15/24) February is National Feed the Bird Month.
(Video 2/12/24) There are a lot of varieties of Irish potatoes that you can grow here in Louisiana and now is a good time to plant them.
(Video 02/5/24) Plants like Louisiana irises and daylilies are some time away from producing beautiful blooms.
(Video 01/29/24) The freezes we experienced left many landscapes brown with tropical plants that look like they’re dead.
(Video 01/22/24) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains that in Louisiana, February is the best time to prune traditional rose bushes.
(Video 01/15/24) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how to protect your plants from permanent damage caused by severe freeze conditions.
(Video 12/18/23) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard discusses the Christmas cactus which makes a great Christmas gift.
(Video 12/25/23) Ligularia, known as tractor seat plant, is great for filling large portions of your landscape with greenery throughout winter.
(Video 12/11/23) The USDA recently updated its hardiness zone maps for planting.
(Video 12/4/23) Even though it’s gotten cooler, now is a great time to put some beautiful plants into your landscape.
(Video 2/23/23) We often judge gardens by how pretty the plants look to the eye.
(Video 2/23/23) Each year, the LSU AgCenter selects beautiful plants that grow particularly well in Louisiana climates.
(Video 02/10/23) February is a time to get dreary landscapes cleaned up and ready for spring growth.
(Video 02/10/23) Now is the time to sharpen garden tools, so you're ready for spring pruning.
(Video 2/6/23) Winter is a great time to look at your gardening tools and determine whether they need some care.
(Video 1/30/23) It may be hard to believe, but now is a good time to plant trees.
(Video 01/19/23) Now is the time to remove ugly, dead annual plant growth to encourage healthier growth and profuse blooming in the future.
(Video 01/12/23) While money doesn’t grow on trees, their fallen leaves can provide quality mulch for free.
(Video 01/09/23) One way to provide quality soil for your potted plants is to reuse existing soil from plants that have died.
(Video 01/03/23) Learn how to control disease and insects when they get on your indoor plants.
(Video 12/27/22) On this edition of Get it Growing, horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard compares several popular hollies and the advantages those trees bring.
(Video 12/20/22) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how the white ShiShi camelia is a great shrub selection.
[Video](2/21/22) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains the unexpected surprise that Camellias can offer.
[Video](2/14/22) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how you can plant trees and shrubs that help feed the birds.
[Video](2/7/22) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains on this edition of Get it Growing, now is actually a great time to prune and plant trees and shrubs.
[Video](1/31/22) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains why it’s very important to cover your plants the correct way.
[Video](1/24/22) Heather Kirk-Ballard introduces you to some cool season plants that are not only edible, but also provide beautiful color and texture.
[Video](1/17/22) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how setting gardening goals can help you improve your health
[Video](12/20/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how the white ShiShi camelia is also a great selection.
[Video](12/27/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard compares several popular hollies and the advantages those trees bring to your landscape.
[Video](12/13/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard and horticulturist Dan Gill discuss how to care for your rose bushes as we move into winter.
[Video](12/6/21) Heather Kirk-Ballard got together with former host Dan Gill. The two horticulturists discuss the great opportunity for planting herbs this fall
[Video](11/29/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard warns that if you want them to bloom for Christmas, you need get them in the ground now.
[Video](11/22/21) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how you can bring dependable fall color to your patio or into your home — with crotons.
[Video](11/8/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how you can grow cosmos in your landscape.
[Video](11/15/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how to select and care for your yaupon holly.
[Video](3/22/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how you can start your attack on weeds now — before they even show up.
[Video](3/15/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains what you can mix into the soil to help your plants grow their best.
[Video](3/8/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard shows you how to properly prune and fertilize those plants.
[Video](3/1/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard cautions against being too hasty in cutting and pruning freeze-damaged plants.
[Video](2/23/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard shows you how to properly prune rose blooms.
[Video](2/16/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains some advantages of planting this gorgeous landscape tree.
[Video](2/8/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard describes some of the flowering plants in a pot that you can buy for your loved ones.
[Video](2/1/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains whichplants you can prune back during this time and which ones you should not prune.
[Video](1/25/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains what it means when you see these and whether they’re good or bad for your trees.
[Video](1/18/21) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how you can plant a tree in your own yard.
[Video](1/4/21) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how to treat scale, helping your magnolias thrive.
[Video](12/28/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains where to place these beautiful plants into your landscape.
[Video](12/27/20) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains that one of this year’s cool weather sources of color might surprise you.
[Video](12/20/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard suggests gardening gifts to complete your list.
[Video](12/14/20) Ornamental grasses are easy-care plants that can provide a nice screen in your landscape.
[Video](12/7/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how to select a healthy Christmas tree and then how to care for it.
[Video](11/30/20) AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how windmill palms are being killed by a disease called lethal bronzing.
[Video](3-9-20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard dispels that notion and explains how to care for these beautiful indoor tropicals.
[Video](3-2-30)LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how you can keep that green thumb active — inside — by growing a succulent sedum garden
[Video](1/24/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk explains how to make sure your plants get the water they need — without overdoing it.
[Video](1/17/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist KiKi Fontenot shows you how to grow your own potatoes in a container.
[Video](2/10/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk talks about the value of those oftentimes forgotten, indoor plants.
[Video] (2/3/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard discusses why the Japanese magnolia is a great plant to bring beauty to your yard.
[Video](1/27/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard names some that look and grow the best during winter.
[Video](1/20/20) AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains why this cold-hardy tree with a tropical look might be a good choice for your landscape.
[Video](1-06-20), LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard visits with weed scientist Ron Strahan as they explore organic herbicides.
[Video](12-30-19)LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains the benefits of leaves and the best way to dispose of them.
[Video](12-2-19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard visits a local grower to find out how they keep up with the demand for seasonal poinsettias
[Video](12-16-19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard shows you how to create beautiful Christmas decorations from evergreen tree branches.
[Video](11-23-19)LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard offers tips for winterizing your garden crops — so they can survive and flourish.
[Video](11/25/19) On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explores the pink-flowered golden rain tree
[Video](11/18/19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how this is the season for satsumas and the advantages of growing these citrus.
(Video 8/8/19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard explains how to use some cheap materials to make a short-term, automatic watering system.
(Video 04/01/19)Heather Kirk-Ballard demonstrates how to prepare your garden bed so you can maximize the productivity of your tomatoes, squash or bell peppers.
(Video 03/18/19) Heather Kirk-Ballard explains what you need to be doing now to maximize the success of your gardens and landscapes.
(Video 03/11/19) On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard introduces you to the vibrant Lemon Ball sedum.
(Video 3/4/19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk-Ballard discusses the beauty of camellias and how to keep them happily growing and blooming.
(Video 02/25/19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Kerry Heafner explains why properly pruning your fruit trees can improve their overall health and productivity.
(Video 02/11/19) Dan Gill explains why it’s important to use the correct potting mixes for growing your potted plants.
(Video 02/03/19) It sounds simple, but watering your indoor plants properly is an important part of keeping them healthy.
(Video 01/28/19) It’s an ideal time to plant fruit trees and bushes now. Here are some tips for purchasing the right fruit plants.
(Video 01/21/19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains the best way to get your soil tested.
(Video 01/07/19) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Kiki Fontenot shows how to properly plant onion transplants.
