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Extinguish your fire ant problem

Spotting an active gardener is easy – just check for dirt under their fingernails!  And if you notice small red sores on the hands above those dirty nails, then you know that person is borderline clinical in their level of devotion to their plants.  They are willing to brave the…
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2015 is a Soil-ebration!

Soil is literally the foundation of life here on Earth.  Even if we are generations removed from life on the farm we should understand the important role soils play in our daily lives.  In recognition of this critical role that soils play in the health of our lives and that…
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Cucamelons: Cool as a Cucumber

I am always on the search for different varieties for my garden.  Not that there is anything wrong with the old standards like ‘Clemson Spineless’ okra or ‘Rutgers’ tomato but I like to grow to discover new flavors, unique characteristics, or plants that are otherwise not known to grow in…
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Playground Improvement Grant

The Georgia Forestry Commission’s “Making the Shade Program” is designed to create healthier, safer playgrounds in communities across Georgia.  Playgrounds are often in open, sun-drenched areas and playground equipment and mats conduct thermal heat to incredible levels, often over 130 degrees.   This program can provide technical and financial assistance…
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Interview Series: Cox Arboretum

Cox Arboretum Cox Arboretum is a private arboretum created by Tom and Evelyn Cox with over 4,000 living specimens, many of which are critically endangered.  In addition to the beautiful plants, particularly conifers, it is a unique and diverse habitat with natural streams, lake, spring and stream fed pond, and…
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