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Rosemary plants are popping up in nurseries during the holidays among the mini-Christmas tree alternatives. CAES News
Rosemary shrubs make their debut as tiny Christmas trees
Rosemary plants are gaining popularity as a holiday gift and miniature, living Christmas tree. After the holidays, you can use it as an indoor houseplant. With a little care, holiday rosemary plants can be added to the landscape in the spring.
Variegated poinsettia CAES News
Poinsettias and Christmas cacti shine even after the tinsel and lights come down
There’s no better holiday décor than classic holiday house plants like poinsettia, cyclamen and Christmas cacti. Not only do they bring a touch of tropical cheer during dreary Georgia winters, they can last for years with a little extra care.
J. Scott Angle, dean and director, UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. CAES News
Innovation-driven economy is key to economic development
With Georgia’s economy still recovering from the downturn and unemployment rates still hovering above 8 percent, the university’s programs are desperately needed to help launch an innovation-driven economy.
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UGA to host International Plant Propagators' Society Meeting Nov. 2-6
The University of Georgia Department of Horticulture will host hundreds of nursery operators, ornamental plant breeders, landscape designers and plant scientists Nov. 2-6 at the International Plant Propagators’ Society Southern Region of North America Annual Meeting.
Students at High Shoals Elementary School in Oconee County work in their school garden. CAES News
UGA School Garden Curriculum Resource Center helps teachers use school gardens
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences has launched a new, online resource for Georgia teachers looking to take full advantage of their school’s gardens or start a garden at their school.
Pot of pansies on display at the Home Depot store in Griffin, Ga. CAES News
Plant pansies now for colorful flowers all winter
Planting pansies is one of the easiest ways to add color to your landscape. There are several things to do to keep them looking bold and beautiful throughout the fall and winter months.