more... > Parishes > Rapides Parish > Lawn & Garden > Rapides Parish Miss-Lou Garden [Image: Miss Lou Comunity Garden] "Connecting Kids and Community" was the focus of the hands-on community gardening program implemented by the Southern University Ag Center. What's Wrong With My St. Augustine Grass? Many Rapides Parish homeowners are asking about problems with St. Augustine grass. One problem could be gray leaf spot. Rose Care [Image: image of rose] Learn more about the care of roses and how they can add beauty to your landscape. Growing Vegetables [Image: plowed garden plot] Vegetables can be grown in containers, community garden lots, home yards or large ranch areas. To be successful, follow these basic rules.  more articles... Crape Myrtles - Add beauty to any landscape [Image: Photo of crape myrtle trees in bloom.] Nothing says summer in the South like the fresh, airy blooms of crape myrtles. Follow these recommendations to ensure proper growth and blooming. Rapides Parish Lawn and Garden Lawns Information A lawn can be functional and beautiful if planned properly. Find out which grass is best suited for your location. Fire Ants [Image: Fire ant mound] Provides information on fire ants including how to control and treat mounds.