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(Video 09/24/12) You may have noticed Japanese magnolia trees uncharacteristically blooming now. That’s very likely a result of Hurricane Isaac. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill tells you what to expect from these trees and what you should or should not do. (Runtime: 1:42)
(Video 09/03/12) Tropical plants offer the opportunity for growing low-maintenance plants with a nice look. On this segment of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains why cannas are a great tropical selection that produce beautiful flowers and a nice diversity of interesting leaves – that can last through fall. (Runtime: 1:54)
(Video 9/17/12) Hurricane Isaac left tree branches and leaves strewn across yards. It also damaged summer bedding plants. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill gives you some advice on how to evaluate and straighten up those parts of your landscape. (Runtime: 1:29)
(Video 9/10/12) When hiring arborists to clean up tree damage from Hurricane Isaac, be sure to ask for proof of licensing and insurance. The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry website has a list of licensed arborists in every parish. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains how you can straighten small trees and shrubs yourself. (Runtime: 1:34)
(Audio 09/17/12) Mulches have many benefits. They keep weeds under control, moderate soil temperatures and conserve soil moisture. A thick layer is necessary for it to do its job. If your mulch has decayed during summer, add new mulch to your beds. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/17/12) Mulches have many benefits. They keep weeds under control, moderate soil temperatures and conserve soil moisture. A thick layer is necessary for it to do its job. If your mulch has decayed during summer, add new mulch to your beds. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/17/12) It's always a good time to start a compost pile. Our landscapes generate a lot of organic waste. Instead of bagging leaves and grass and putting them out with the trash, turn them into compost. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/17/12) It's always a good time to start a compost pile. Our landscapes generate a lot of organic waste. Instead of bagging leaves and grass and putting them out with the trash, turn them into compost. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/24/12) During summer, shade trees are like outdoor air conditioning - providing a little relief from the heat. Well-placed shade trees in your landscape also can keep your home cooler. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/03/12) September is a big month in the vegetable garden. Gardeners can begin planting cool-season vegetables and still plant warm-season ones, such as tomato and eggplant transplants. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/03/12) We need to be cautious when pruning this time of the year. Spring-flowering trees and shrubs have already set their flower buds, and pruning could reduce their floral display. Also, don't wait too late to prune. The plants need time to harden off before winter. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/24/12) During summer, shade trees are like outdoor air conditioning - providing a little relief from the heat. Well-placed shade trees in your landscape also can keep your home cooler. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/03/12) September is a big month in the vegetable garden. Gardeners can begin planting cool-season vegetables and still plant warm-season ones, such as tomato and eggplant transplants. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/03/12) It's not too late to establish a lawn in September. You also can repair lawn damage. To get the best results, use sod. Make sure the area is graded, and water it regularly. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/10/12) Trees in your landscape may have sustained damage from high winds during Hurricane Isaac. Consider hiring an arborist to help you care for these trees. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/17/12) A common insect on azaleas is the azalea lace bug. These live on the underside of the leaf and will cause white speck on the top of the leaf. You can control them with horticulture oil spray or certain insecticides. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/03/12) It's not too late to establish a lawn in September. You also can repair lawn damage. To get the best results, use sod. Make sure the area is graded, and water it regularly. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/10/12) Trees in your landscape may have sustained damage from high winds during Hurricane Isaac. Consider hiring an arborist to help you care for these trees. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/17/12) A common insect on azaleas is the azalea lace bug. These live on the underside of the leaf and will cause white speck on the top of the leaf. You can control them with horticulture oil spray or certain insecticides. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/10/12) A flower or vegetable garden bed needs proper preparation before putting in new plants. Add organic matter and fertilizer to make sure the next crop is successful. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(For Release On Or After 09/14/12) For gardeners tired of the heat and longing for cooler weather, September can provide welcome relief. Cool fronts often begin to make their way this far south in September. But days in the 90s are not uncommon this month, and after a long, hot summer, these last scorching days are especially hard to bear for gardeners and their landscapes.
(Audio 09/10/12) Hurricane Isaac may have damaged food crops in our landscapes. Any fruits, vegetables or herbs that were flooded should be discarded. Fruits and nuts may have been blown to the ground, and many will not ripen once off the tree. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/24/12) Only reliable bedding plants can survive a Louisiana summer. This is good time to evaluate your beds, and if you see plants still doing well consider planting them again next year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(For Release On Or After 09/28/12) Roadsides and meadows come alive with colors of native wildflowers in September, October and November. Gardeners – who sometimes struggle to create beautiful displays of flowers in their landscapes – often marvel at the way nature seems to achieve such beauty without effort.
(For Release On Or After 09/07/12) Much of the work dealing with trees after a hurricane should be done by professionals who have the equipment and training to do the job safely. Most people do not have the equipment or expertise to safely remove large trees or fallen trunks. That means hiring an arborist.
(Audio 09/17/12) Caladiums begin to slow down in late September or early October. Caladiums make tubers, and they can be dug up and saved for planting next year. Don't wait until the foliage falls off to remove them from your landscape. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/10/12) Azaleas are common in Louisiana during spring, but fall-blooming azaleas are gaining popularity. Most notable among fall azaleas are Encore and Robin Hill. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(For Release On Or After 09/21/12) Birds can contribute wonderful things to the enjoyment of a landscape, such as movement, color, sounds and even pest control. Gardeners almost universally welcome the presence of birds. They can even go so far as to design and plant landscapes that are particularly attractive to birds.
(Video 09/03/12) Tropical plants offer the opportunity for growing low-maintenance plants with a nice look. On this segment of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains why cannas are a great tropical selection that produce beautiful flowers and a nice diversity of interesting leaves – that can last through fall. (Runtime: 1:54)
(Audio 09/03/12) September is late in the growing season for many plants, so any fertilizing must be done judiciously. Plants need to slow down and get ready for winter. Fertilizing now will stimulate the plant and could cause damage later in winter. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/17/12) Wet and hot weather can cause mushrooms and slime mold to pop up in our yards. These are a nuisance, but they won't hurt the lawn. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/24/12) Louisiana iris are wonderful perennials. They produce beautiful flowers in spring, but can be divided and planted in early fall. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/10/12) If you are considering hiring a professional to deal with wind-damaged trees in your landscape, be sure to get a licensed arborist. LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains how to find one. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Video 9/10/12) When hiring arborists to clean up tree damage from Hurricane Isaac, be sure to ask for proof of licensing and insurance. The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry website has a list of licensed arborists in every parish. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill explains how you can straighten small trees and shrubs yourself. (Runtime: 1:34)
(Audio 09/03/12) If we have a good pecan crop, we could have problems with breaking limbs. Pecan trees have brittle wood and the weight of the pecans on the branches could cause them to snap. For this reason, never locate pecan trees close to buildings. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Audio 09/24/12) Garlic is popular in Louisiana cuisine and is easy to grow, but it does take a long time. Garlic that is planted in fall will be ready for harvest in late May or early June. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Video 09/24/12) You may have noticed Japanese magnolia trees uncharacteristically blooming now. That’s very likely a result of Hurricane Isaac. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill tells you what to expect from these trees and what you should or should not do. (Runtime: 1:42)
(Video 9/17/12) Hurricane Isaac left tree branches and leaves strewn across yards. It also damaged summer bedding plants. On this edition of Get It Growing, LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill gives you some advice on how to evaluate and straighten up those parts of your landscape. (Runtime: 1:29)
(Audio 09/24/12) The majority of a tree's root system is located in the upper 12 inches of the soil. The roots extend beyond the tree's branches, making them vulnerable to damage. An arborist should examine trees before construction takes place around them. (Runtime: 60 seconds)
(Distributed 09/14/12) The LSU AgCenter is releasing its 2013 Get It Growing Lawn and Garden Calendar – the annual publication that offers a mixture of beautiful garden photos and advice targeted specifically to Louisiana gardeners. Among the 32-page, full-colr calendar’s features are monthly gardening tips from LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill, as well as information on Louisiana Super Plants, gardening terms, how to control snails and slugs, and more.
