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Georgia’s recent warm daytime temperatures have home gardeners itching to dig in the soil and plant summer crops. But University of Georgia experts warn gardeners not to be tempted. Soil temperatures are still far too low for seeds to germinate and transplants to survive.
Pansies are the mainstay of the winter color market. These tips will help you as you plan and plant to give your beds the best possible chance of success this year!
June is the perfect time to get Southern peas, also known as field peas, in the ground. The soil and air temperatures are very warm and hot summers days stretch out in front of us. Southern peas include cream, crowder, and black-eyed types. They thrive during hot weather in full sun.
Source(s): Gary R Peiffer Everything of an organic nature will compost, but not everything belongs in your home compost pile. The following is a list of compostable materials: Food Other Apples and apple peels Cucumbers Algae (pond weeds) Leather waste and dust Artichoke leaves Egg shells (crushed) Apple pomace (cider … Read more
Source(s): Robert R Westerfield, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Extension Horticulturist So you didn’t get your vegetable garden planted this spring because you were busy or the ground was too wet? And you still want some fresh, tasty vegetables. Well, it’s not too late to plant a fall garden. … Read more