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Watermelon wilt 06/13/06
Georgia farmers mostly grow seedless watermelons now because folks don't like to spit seeds anymore. But this has allowed an old, deadly plant disease to make a comeback, says a University of Georgia specialist
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Sizzling summer 06/08/06
Water restrictions aren't the only threat to green Georgia lawns. The searing summer heat is scorching landscapes across the state.
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Know your sprinklers 06/08/06
Knowing how much water to give your lawn is important. People normally water their lawns too much and too often, creating an environment for disease.
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Summer irrigation check 06/08/06
Take time now to check and fix any problems with your home irrigation. There's no guarantee afternoon showers will bring water to your lawn when it needs it this summer.
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Watch the heat 06/08/06
Watching a thermometer blow its top may be funny in a cartoon, but for many Georgians, that mercury-boiling heat is all too real, and it can be dangerous.
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'Hot' landscape plants 06/08/06
Landscaping with tropical plants has become increasingly popular. Growers and landscapers are becoming more savvy, too, in catering to this spirit of landscape adventure.
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La Niña fades 06/01/06
"The Little Girl" is fading, so a University of Georgia specialist says Georgians can expect the standard summer weather: hot temperatures with hit-or-miss thunderstorms fueled by high humidity.
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Indoor ants 06/01/06
As outdoor temperatures get hotter and conditions get drier, humans aren't the only ones coming indoors. Argentine ants are marching inside, too. If you have them, you definitely know it.
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Dabbling with dahlias 06/01/06
In the 16th century, Spanish conquistadors in Guatemala and Mexico found that dahlias were favorite flowers among the Aztec people. They're still among the most spectacular plants you can grow in the garden.
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Dahlia care 06/01/06
With proper care, dahlias can be among the most rewarding plants in your garden. The plants, for instance, need a lot of water.