(Image above: Eisenia fetida – Red worm, Red Wriggler) Vermiculture The Magic of Worm Composting with Professor Vladimir Excelsior Wormsley II From presentation by Richard Bienvenu, Master Gardener of Greater New Orleans By sheer numbers alone, earthworms have a tremendous impact on local ecosystems (though not all of it is good, researchers have […]
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(Image above: Bougainvilla) The Beauty of Southern Vines 26 stunners you should know Summary of presentation by Glen Laborde, Master Gardener Types of Vines by support: Bines – twist their stems around a support. Vines – that use tendrils and suckers. Sprawlers – need help to connect Dan Gill’s rule of lacing shoots, that
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(Image above: Well-planned garden beds of MGGNO Master Gardener John Beale class of 1998.) Spring/Summer Garden Preparation An attractive and productive garden starts with careful preparation. As the seasons change from spring to summer it’s a smart idea to start preparing existing or new gardens beds before planting flowers or vegetables. Get ideas from
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(Image above: White Drift) Super Plant Roses In a special ceremony at the White House Rose Garden, former President Ronald Reagan declared the rose the National Flower of the United States of America in 1986. Only two roses have been chosen to date, as part of the Louisiana Super Plant Program. They are the
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(Image above: Leucojum “snowflake”) Winter to Cool Season This month, continue to protect tender and tropical plants during freezing temperatures. Water plants especially if the soil is dry. Bring potted and hanging plants inside a garage, greenhouse or protect with plant coverings or plastic. Mulch in-ground plants with straw or leaves. Do not leave
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