Squash Vine Borers Are the Worst!
July 1, 2017
The summer growing season is here and the questions are pouring in about squash vine borers. If you are growing squash in your vegetable garden,
Tree Roots
June 1, 2017
After last month’s storm led to major power outages throughout Shelby and Desoto counties, I was astonished at the number of trees that were blown
Low Impact Pest Control
May 1, 2017
It is time again to turn the calendar over to the next month. Where does the time go? You can definitely tell that spring fever
Aphids: Beware of those Sapsuckers!
April 1, 2017
We have now moved into the month of April which means spring is here and it is time to start planting. It seems as if
Extension Month
March 1, 2017
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
Soil Love
February 1, 2017
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
Storm Damaged Trees
January 1, 2017
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
The Beauty of the Holiday Season
December 1, 2016
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
Chris is a UT Extension Horticulture Agent and Coordinator for the Master Gardener Program in Shelby County. Chris can be found throughout Shelby County conducting educational programs addressing issues that affect urban and home horticulture.
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