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Small farms focus of upcoming conference 03/17/11 Stephanie Schupska
“Making every acre count” is the theme of this year’s small farm conference March 31 through April 1 in Athens, Ga. The sessions, held at the Foundry Park Inn and Spa, are designed to help farmers interested in making the most of their land.
Allan Armitage guides visitors around the UGA Trial Gardens. CAES News
Plantapalooza set April 9 03/10/11 April Reese Sorrow
Spring has sprung! And it’s time for Plantapalooza. On April 9, the Trial Gardens at UGA, the State Botanical Garden of Georgia and the UGA Horticulture Club will hold spring plant sales at three different locations in Athens, Ga., from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Each location will offer an array of plants – some rare – and gardening experts to answer questions.
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UGA workshops help landscapers with cost calculations, bidding 03/03/11 Stephanie Schupska
To help landscapers better estimate the costs of their jobs and make better bids, the University of Georgia is holding a workshop March 17-18 in Athens, Ga.
Master Gardener declaration day at the Georgia State Capitol - 2011 CAES News
Georgia Master Gardeners provide valuable educational support 03/03/11 Kristin L. Slagle
Georgia Master Gardeners help backyard gardeners across the state grow. And the service they provide is literally worth a fortune. To celebrate the programs contributions, the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension will celebrate Master Gardener Day in Georgia March 19.
Moss and lichens grow on the base of a redbud tree on the University of Georgia campus in Griffin, Ga. CAES News
A healthy tree grows no moss, or lichens 03/01/11 Paul Pugliese
Lichens and moss are often found growing on rocks, tortoise shells, windowpanes or even plants. They are harmless, but could indicate that something is wrong with a plant or tree.
Radishes are one of the easier vegetables to grow for beginning gardeners. CAES News
Top five easiest plants for beginner gardeners 02/24/11 Jamie Woodhead
The possibilities for a new garden can seem endless, but choosing what to grow can make all the difference, especially for beginner gardeners.