Get it Growing

As winter breaks, landscapes spring to life

(02/21/20) It’s that time of year. The deciduous trees are putting on their leaves. Spring-blooming bulbs, trees and shrubs are starting to come to life.

Live oaks have long lives

(02/28//20) Live oaks have a strong history in the Gulf South.

Get It Growing: set irrigation timers to save water

[Video](1/24/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk explains how to make sure your plants get the water they need — without overdoing it.

Get It Growing: plant potatoes in containers

[Video](1/17/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist KiKi Fontenot shows you how to grow your own potatoes in a container.

A living plant helps Valentine’s Day sentiments last a long time

(02/14/20) It’s Valentine’s Day, and nothing says I love you more than flowers, right? And I’m here to suggest giving a live plant.

Calla lilies – from mythology to your backyard

(02/07/20) Could something that appears so dainty and elegant actually do well in a landscape in Louisiana? The answer is, of course, why not?

Get It Growing: indoor plants

[Video](2/10/20) LSU AgCenter horticulturist Heather Kirk talks about the value of those oftentimes forgotten, indoor plants.

Get It Growing: Japanese magnolias

[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.