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HAVE YOU HEARD THE BUZZ?! Do not miss out on this great opportunity! It will BEE a great time. A program will be offered by zoom on Jan 21 and 23, 2025 starting at 5:30PM. The sessions will last for an hr. If you are interested by register and the QR code is below. If…
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Happy New Year! It is going to be cold this week. The National Weather Service is forecasting lows in the mid 20’s this week (January 5, 2025). Lets discuss some topics that keep on coming up this week. Will watering my landscape help? I received that question a couple of times this past week. Dr.…
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By Emily Cabrera Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a novice, having a home garden can be an enriching experience. But starting from scratch may seem like a daunting endeavor. To help you embark on this journey, we’ve compiled a general guide, drawing insights from University of Georgia Cooperative Extension publications and Clarke County Agriculture and…
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By Jessica Ryan Pearl millet, an annual grass used for grain and forage, can be a good food source for honey bees and hover flies, according to a recent study. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences researchers studied the impact of pearl millet as a source…
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By Timothy Daly During the growing season, water deeply to ensure that the moisture penetrates deeply into the root growth below. Once or twice a week is enough for most plants, but it is best to check the soil for when to water. Now that summer is officially upon us, temperatures are up and areas of Georgia…
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Mr. Kichler, can I plant one muscadine vine? This is an excellent question. Muscadine varieties are broken into four categories: two based on fruit color (black or bronze), and two based on flower type: perfect flowered (self-pollinating) and female. If you plan to grow only one vine, it can be black or bronze, but it…
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Springtime is in the air and everybody gets excited about gardening. Tomatoes are a popular vegetable in everybody’s garden. Tomatoes do best in a sunny location that receives at least eight hours of sunlight each day The first thing a gardener should do is get a soil test. It is just a guess unless you…
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One of my favorite fruits is figs. They are easy to grow and taste great. Figs are relatively pest-free but there are a couple of things such as fig rust and nematodes to watch out for. Although nitrogen is usually the only needed plant nutrient, other nutrients may be lacking in some areas. A soil…
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Centipede lawns are ideal for homeowners who want a low-maintenance, great-looking lawn. County agents often do not receive calls from homeowners when their lawns look great. I get calls when things are not so good. Let’s discuss some common questions about centipede lawns. When do I apply fertilizer to my centipede? Good question. I would…