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  • Chris' Corner, Edible Gardening

Let’s Talk Herbs!

After all of the April showers, May should be a beautiful month in the garden! I have recently been getting questions about growing herbs in the garden. Let’s talk a little about those tasty herbs. Surprisingly, the foliage and flowers of herbs are a beautiful accompaniment to the garden. They blend seamlessly with other flowers […]
  • Chris' Corner, Trees & Shrubs

The Beautiful Flowering Dogwood Tree

Spring is here! Recently I was heading back to Memphis from Jackson, Mississippi. Along the woodlands edge on the interstate I saw beautiful flowering dogwood trees in their full glory. I was compelled to slow down a bit to get a closer look.
  • Chris' Corner, Events

Spring Fling 2019

Spring Fling 2019 is Almost Here! March means it is time to get excited about the Spring Fling 2019 Garden Show and Plant Sale sponsored by the Memphis Area Master Gardeners! This year’s theme is “It’s Time to Garden”. Please join us Friday March 29th and Saturday March 30th from 9 am to 5 pm at the […]
  • Botany, Chris' Corner

For the Love of Plants

After attending a recent Botany lecture from Dr. Sams, retired UT professor, I started thinking about how complex and interesting the plant world can truly be. Why are plants so important? Yes, they beautify our surroundings but they do so much more!
  • Backyard Habitat, Chris' Corner, Planning Tools

January Gardening Considerations

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.
  • Chris' Corner, Landscape and Lawn, Trees & Shrubs

December Gardening Considerations

Well, it is almost the end of the year. The holiday season is upon us! As Christmas approaches, the month of December is busy: Christmas trees covered with brightly colored decorations, last minute shoppers looking for that perfect gift, parties, and friends and family stopping by to visit. The city is ablaze with festive lights. Vividly […]
  • Chris' Corner, Community

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  • Chris' Corner, Flower Gardening, Trees & Shrubs

Garden Chrysanthemums

October is here which means cooler temperatures are not that far behind. It’s a lot easier to work out in the garden when the weather is cooler! Passing by several of the big box stores here recently I noticed they had a large supply of chrysanthemums. Nothing says fall like the colors of mums! Chrysanthemums […]
  • Chris' Corner

Fall Gardening Tips

The end of another summer is near. Fall is upon us. Where does the time go? I am looking forward to fall for several reasons including cooler temperatures, football season and county fairs. Of course, fall is also a good time to be out in the garden. Here is a list of things that you […]
  • Chris' Corner, Trees & Shrubs

August Plant of the Month: Rose-of-Sharon

This month, our guest contributor to Chris’ Corner is horticulturist Jason Reeves from the UT Gardens in Jackson, TN. Jason would like to introduce to you the August 2018 Plant of the Month, rose-of-Sharon. I actually have this plant in my landscape and it is absolutely beautiful! Jason is right on with his descriptions of […]
  • Chris' Corner

Summer Heat Safety in the Garden

Grab your water battle and stock up on fudgesicles. It is hot, it is humid… it is summertime! A sweltering heat wave has gripped the Mid-South. The Memphis area is currently under a heat advisory with heat indexes above 105 degrees. The double-digit temperatures combined with the high humidity are not only uncomfortable but can […]
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What is the Tennessee Extension Master Gardener Program?

It’s that time of the year again! Applications for the 2019 Tennessee Extension MasterGardener Program in Shelby County are now available and will be accepted through July 31, 2018. If you possess a passion learning about horticulture and sharing your knowledge with others, then this is the program for you! The Shelby County Master Gardener […]

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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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