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In the 1930s, W. Ray Hastings, president of the Southern Seedsman’s Association based in Atlanta, proposed a cooperative endeavor to test and evaluate varieties. The mission statement set the goal: "To promote new garden varieties with superior...
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Choosing the Right Gloves Gloves come in a variety of materials to suit different tasks, and it’s important to choose the right gloves for the best protection. Here are some examples: Fabric or coated fabric gloves: These are great for weeding...
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Set Up for Success Plan the day ahead, just what you want/need to accomplish. Take a walk through the garden to review what the needs are. Sometimes, the night before, I will make a list of what needs the most attention. That's when I can sit...
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Seasonal bloomers that more closely match their use as a potted plant are easier to add in a home garden. A plant that is forced to bloom by creating optimal conditions is more challenging. Think of the Christmas poinsettia, which has very...