Lawn – Aeration

Anyone who has wielded a shovel in Atlanta knows that …

Chamberbitter (Mimosa Weed) – Identification and Control

Chamberbitter ( mimosa weed, niuri, Phyllanthus urinaria) is a …

Viburnum – Pollination

Although hollies are better-known for their berries, viburnum shrubs can …

Gourds

Lagenaria, Curcurbita, or Luffa spp.

Gourds are perhaps the first …

Gardening – Yields Unexpected Results

My friend Vickey C. once gave me a few plants …

Irrigation Systems – Maintenance

Summer’s hot, dry weather can force many Atlanta irrigation systems …

Thermal Blue – Installation Photos

It’s not often that we get to see the process …

Buying Plants – Research Before Purchasing

My old friend Von Woods sent me a question a …

Allamanda

Q. I bought a vine with big, glossy leaves and …

Storing Pesticides and Tools

Walter’s Garden Joke of the Day: How are my garden …

Compost – Why We Do it

“My whole life has been spent waiting for an epiphany, …

What to Expect after an Unexpected Freeze #2

This article on cold damage was originally written in March, …

Mowing Liriope in Spring

Cold weather can leave liriope (commonly called monkey grass) in …

Pressure-treated Wood – Safety

Pressure-treated lumber (sold prior to 2004) has come under fire …

Wood Chips – Myths & Facts

I believe my third grade friend Thomas Robinson told me …

Lawn – Growing in Shade

OK. I admit it. I have given up. I came …

Soil Temperatures – When to Apply Pre-emergent in Spring

Summer weeds, like crabgrass, must have several consecutive days of …

Disease Control – Fungicides

A friend of mine recently told me about his drugstore …

Moss – Growing

More than a few gardeners have decided to switch rather …

Pollination – In Your Garden

One of the most delightfully informative garden books I’ve ever …