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Hypertufa planter at UGA Research and Education Garden in Griffin, Ga. CAES News
Gardening expo set by mountain gardeners 04/22/10
The Georgia Mountains Master Gardeners will present their annual garden expo May 15 and 16 at Hancock Park in Dahlonega, Ga. The expo will be held in conjunction with the Mountain Flower Arts Festival.
An Asian longhorned beetle chews through wood. CAES News
UGA center to use educational videos to help safeguard U.S. agriculture 04/15/10 Erin Griffin
For decades, non-native invasive species have caused billions of dollars in damage in the United States alone. Many are well known, such as the Asian longhorned beetle or kudzu. Others are less famous. A University of Georgia center will create an online video resource to train people to learn more about the invaders and what can be done to stop them.
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
Money-saving garden tips on “Your Southern Garden” April 24 04/15/10
Gardening can be expensive. Learn the right tricks of the trade to get the best from your spring garden for the least money April 24 on “Your Southern Garden with Walter Reeves” at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
Tomato plants in pots at various sizes CAES News
Trick to tasty tomatoes, the variety 04/15/10 Sharon Dowdy
Tomatoes are the most commonly grown vegetable in backyard gardens. They are also one of the most difficult to grow, according to a University of Georgia Cooperative Extension expert.
Small tomato plant growing in a bucket CAES News
Better tomatoes start with good growing practices 04/15/10 Sharon Dowdy
Are you ready for fresh tomatoes from the garden? University of Georgia Cooperative Extension recommends growing tomatoes in a garden or in containers for the best results. And, Spalding County Extension coordinator Wade Hutcheson has a few more suggestions to make tomato season even better.
Marianne Robinette, right, gently takes a tarantula named Rosie from one student before handing her to another in Athens, Ga., April 2010. CAES News
UGA insect zoo teaches community service and cricket spitting 04/15/10 Stephanie Schupska
University of Georgia student Drew Butler can kick a football – his longest punt in a game was 75 yards against Oklahoma State in 2009, the same year he was named college football’s top punter. But when it comes to cricket spitting, he prefers to judge from the sidelines.
Headshot of Jeff Dorfman....2004 CAES News
Economic bed-rest, be patient 04/14/10 Jeffrey H. Dorfman
The recession ended in spring/summer 2009, but who can tell? The U.S. government hasn’t officially declared the recession over, but graphs put out by the Federal Reserve Board clearly show the recession ended last summer. While the recession is almost surely over for economists, most people are sure they are still in it.
"Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
Tasty garden treats on “Your Southern Garden” April 17 04/14/10
Spring gardens are now full of beautiful blooms, or eye candy for gardeners. But gardens can offer bountiful taste treats, too. Honey, herbs, tomatoes and blueberries highlight a savory episode of “Your Southern Garden with Walter Reeves” April 17 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.
Krissy Slagle talks about houseplant care with "Your Southern Garden" host Walter Reeves. CAES News
Gardening and gizmos on April 10 episode of "Your Southern Garden" 04/08/10 J. Faith Peppers
Can you garden in just a few square feet? Sure, if you space your plants appropriately. Find out all about square-foot gardening on “Your Southern Garden with Walter Reeves” April 10 at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting.