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Soil pH is the measurement of the acidity or alkalinity of soil.
Carpetweed, also known as Indian chickweed, is a summer annual, broadleaf weed found throughout Louisiana.
Common chickweed is a winter annual weed commonly found in lawns, landscape beds, gardens and fields across the continental United States and Canada.
Ball moss is neither a parasite nor a pathogen. It is an epiphyte and belongs to family Bromeliaceae.
Results of 98 ornamental species trials installed in the trial gardens at the Hammond Research Station from April 2025.
Whether you’re planting a single vine in your backyard or starting a small home vineyard, this guide will help you make informed decisions from the ground up.
Tillage radish (Raphanus sativus var. longipinnatus) is a type of daikon radish specifically bred for use as a cover crop in agricultural systems.
Home fruit production in Louisiana offers a satisfying way to enjoy fresh fruit.
Hibiscus is a large family of plants that includes okra, cotton, tropical hibiscus, althea, rose mallow and many more.
Impatiens are one of the most popular bedding plants in the United States because of their wide-ranging color availability and tolerance of shade.
Showstopping blooms last from spring through fall, providing warm hues to annual beds and containers.
Pentas, also known as Egyptian starcluster, are some of the best landscape plants for attracting pollinators to a garden.
With showy flowers borne on long, narrow floral spikes, porterweed beckons the attention of people passing by and a host of pollinators.
The Suncredible Yellow sunflower is a disease-resistant, continuous bloomer that provides nonstop flower power throughout the entire growing season.
Torenia, also known as wishbone flower, is a compact annual plant that brings vivid colors to shady areas of the garden.
The Zesty Zinnia series from Ball Horticulture boasts bountiful blooms, where the large flowers are available in a spectrum of colors.
Indian blanket flower, or blanket flower, gaillardia is a wildflower species native to the southern plains region of the United States.
Foliage is the defining feature of this species, where the silvery-blue shades harmonize well with the vivid colors of other plants in annual beds.
The FlameThrower coleus series can be identified by its uniquely shaped thin and ruffled foliage that stands out in any landscape, providing wonderful texture.
Begonias are a popular shade garden plant in Louisiana with assorted colors, shapes and patterns of leaves available.
The Serenita angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia, Serenita Raspberry) is a herbaceous perennial grown as a warm-season color bedding plant in Louisiana.
Serena series angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia, Serena Series) are herbaceous perennials grown as a warm-season color bedding plants in Louisiana.
Little Ruby is typically used as an annual in Louisiana. It is used as a ground cover for its compact, mounding, spreading form.
Roundup products available on the homeowner market no longer contain glyphosate.
Managing weeds in the landscape can be accomplished by using a range of tools, management practices and chemical control options as part of an integrated pest m
Staking new tree installations in the landscape is generally not necessary; however, it can be useful for guiding growth and offering protection on windy sites.
Eastern gamagrass is a warm-season grass that is native to Louisiana. The culms form bunches, making it a good selection as an ornamental grass in the landscape
Create a sustainable garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticulural practices.
The Asian needle ant (ANA) (Brachyponera chinensis) joins the list of stinging ants confirmed in the state.
The iconic spring blooms of the Indica azaleas give Louisiana vibrant of on medium-sized selections with dense evergreen foliage.
Herbs and spices are used in flavoring food and are an integral part of cooking.
Create a Sustainable Garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticultural practices.
Create a Sustainable Garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticultural practices.
Create a Sustainable Garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticultural practices.
Create a Sustainable Garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticultural practices.
Summer gardening tips for homeowners in Louisiana
Gaura adds a delicate touch to the landscape, with the wispy flowers on this herbaceous perennial adding a stunning, soft texture from spring to midsummer.
Create a Sustainable Garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticultural practices.
Create a Sustainable Garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound horticultural practices.
Create a sustainable garden by improving soil health, relying on local resources, and practicing environmentally sound hortucultural practices.
Spring gardening tips for homeowners in Louisiana.
Neopestalotiopsis leaf, fruit and crown disease of strawberry was first confirmed in Louisiana in February of 2022.
Louisiana Garden Planting Chart for Vegetables, Herbs and Fruits
A variety of arthropods act as biocontrol agents or predators of pest insects.
The article is a guide that covers tools and methods for effective sharpening and burr removal, ensuring optimal performance in grafting tasks.
Preemergent herbicides help landscapers and gardeners stop weeds early by disrupting their growth before they mature and compete with desirable plants.
Bacterial wetwood causes sap to ooze from trees, creating a rancid smell due to internal gas buildup from bacteria.
Discover sustainable lawn alternatives with "Lawn Grass Alternatives: Green Your Space Sustainably" for a low-maintenance, eco-friendly yard.
Liriope, or lilyturf, is a low-maintenance ground cover used in landscapes. It resembles grass but is part of the asparagus family.
Strategies for optimizing blueberry cultivation in Louisiana, focusing on techniques to enhance fruit quality and yield while ensuring sustainable production.
Common purslane, also known as little hogweed or pursley, is a prostrate, succulent, summer annual broadleaf weed commonly found throughout Louisiana.
Different pruners are used for different plants, and different cuts within the same plant will necessitate different types of hand pruners.
Invasive apple snails, Pomacea maculata, have become widely established along the U.S. Gulf Coast including throughout many of the freshwater systems in south L
Solar distillation uses energy from the sun to separate contaminants and ions (like salts) from water. Learn how to construct your own garden distiller.
Over 100 varieties of flowers are grown as “specialty” cut flowers.
As temperatures rise, Louisianans could witness the emergence of periodical cicadas, as the 13-year cicada Brood XIX is scheduled to make an appearance.
This compact evergreen shrub adds a burst of color to the landscape with its golden chartreuse foliage – the defining feature of this variety.
As one of the first signals of spring, the bright pink flowers of deciduous magnolias are the talk of the town every February.
Curated list to help gardeners with plant identification and landscape solutions.
This is a warm-season grass, actively growing from spring to fall. It can grow in a wide range of soils and has a stoloniferous growth habit.
Purple muhly is a perennial, warm-season bunching grass that is native to Louisiana and central and eastern United States, blooming in late summer to fall.
This fact sheet provides insights that can be applied to designing and building a seat wall on a home property.
