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Extension Month

March is officially here! This time of year, I immediately start thinking about spring and warmer weather. The truth is February seemed more like spring than winter. Gardeners are ready to get their hands dirty. Before you start designing that landscape, stop by the Shelby County Extension office and see what we have to offer […]
  • Chris' Corner, Soil and Compost

Soil Love

February is here and plants are in a state of confusion. The unusually warm weather in January has encouraged tender leaves to emerge from some trees and shrubs ahead of schedule. Looking out my office window at the maple trees in the quad area, you could get the impression that spring has arrived. As I […]
  • Chris' Corner, Trees & Shrubs

Storm Damaged Trees

Happy New Year! This year has gotten off to a wet and stormy start in the South. In parts of Alabama and Mississippi, they have already experienced tornadoes. It is hard to imagine tornadoes in January. After seeing the pictures of the devastation, I noticed many damaged trees. This, in turn, led me to thoughts […]
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The Beauty of the Holiday Season

Is it really December? Where has the year gone? One minute I was cutting grass and now it is time to decorate for the holiday season. There is nothing like beautiful holiday decorations! Did you know that some of the best places to look for holiday greenery might be in your own landscape? I have […]
  • Chris' Corner, Flower Gardening

Flowering Bulbs for Spring Color

Where has the time gone? It is already November! Last month was dry and the temperatures were rather warm for October. I have a hunch that cooler temperatures will be upon us to stay soon. Many of you have been planting trees and shrubs in your landscape. Donโ€™t forget to plant those bulbs for beautiful […]
  • Chris' Corner, Flower Gardening

Fall Seasonal Color

Can you believe it is already fall? Many of us have been looking forward to autumn. Cooler temperatures, beautiful fall foliage and football is what I really love about the fall season. This is a good time of the year to get out and enjoy your garden if the summer heat hasn’t melted everything away […]
  • Chris' Corner, Landscape and Lawn, Pests and Diseases

When the Armyworms Come Marching In

This has truly been a hot summer at times! We did get significant rain in late August, which provided cooler temperatures and some needed moisture. It will be interesting to see what this month will bring. Hopefully it will be cooler temperatures! The late rains in August did, however, lead to an outbreak of fall […]
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Archives of Chris' Corner from 2011 - 2016. Chris is a UT Extension Horticulture Agent and Coordinator for the Master Gardener Program in Shelby County.
  • Chris' Corner, Soil and Compost

Soil Testing

The dog days of summer are here! The inevitable heat and humidity of summer in the Mid-South has arrived. This makes it challenging to get out in the yard and do any work. There are a few landscape principles I would like for you to consider this summer that will help create healthier spaces and communities.

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Dr. Chris Cooper, UT Extension Horticulture Agent and Master Gardener Coordinator

Dr. Chris Cooper

Chris is a UT Extension Horticulture Agent and Shelby County Director. Chris can be found throughout Shelby County conducting educational programs addressing issues that affect urban and home horticulture.

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