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News from the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

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03 Cyber garden 02/16/04
Many people enjoy both gardening and playing around with a computer. The two hobbies can be a great combination. Keeping track of what's going on in your garden is an important way to avoid future problems and document your successes.
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04 Garden foresight 02/16/04
A well-tended garden is a wonderful sight. It reflects the time and attention the gardener has afforded it. It's also a reflection of the thought that went into it.
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05 Freezer veggies 02/16/04
Freezing is one of the easiest, most convenient and least time-consuming ways to preserve foods at home. The extreme cold stops growth of microorganisms and slows down changes that cause spoilage and affect quality in food.
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06 Organic garden 02/16/04
You may have heard that a vegetable has been grown organically. What exactly does this mean? The main idea of organic gardening is to build a healthy, biologically active, nutrient-rich soil that plants will thrive in.
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07 Garden diseases 02/16/04
Diseases can turn the dream of a bountiful garden crop into a nightmare come harvest time. But gardeners can do a few things to reduce the risk these veggie enemies pose.
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08 Plastic gardening 02/16/04
Could you get the same benefits commercial growers get from using plastic much in your garden? Absolutely. But before you start stockpiling plastic, take a closer look. It isn't a good option for everyone.
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09 Garden soil test 02/16/04
How much fertilizer should I put out in my garden? Do I need to add anything else? Why wonder about these things when there is a simple solution? Soil test. The University of Georgia Extension Service can take care of this for you.
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10 Salad garden 02/16/04
Salads don't have to be just lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell pepper and loads of dressing. Adding some novel vegetables to your garden may make salads tastier and more healthful, too.
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11 Georgia Gold Medals 02/16/04
Shopping for new landscape plants? Check out the Georgia Gold Medal Winners. Each year the Georgia Plant Selections Committee recommends a new list of beautiful, proven landscape plants.
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12 Joseph's Coat 02/16/04
Like glowing beams of sunshine, Chartreuse Joseph's Coat is a dazzling, trouble-free landscape plant prized for its ability to provide nonstop color from early spring until fall frost.