| [Image: hanging baskets]Hanging Baskets This publication includes information on growing plants in hanging baskets and caring for them. It includes the best time to plant hanging baskets, types of linings for them, details on watering and care, as well as information on winter protection and insect and disease control. |
| [Image: trees]Trees for Louisiana Landscapes- A Handbook This publication includes information on conserving existing trees, planting and transplanting, pruning, tree fertilization, street and parking area plantings, tree evaluation, tree lists and a quick tree selection guide. |
| [Image: shrubs]Shrubs for Louisiana Landscapes This publication includes information on shrubs commonly grown in Louisiana including watering, planting, pruning, size, form and varieties. |
| Dogwoods The flowering dogwood (Cornusflorida) is native to much of the eastern United States. Dogwood is a very versatile ornamental tree. This publication includes information on plant selection, watering, fertilization, disease and pest control for dogwoods. |
| [Image: roses]Roses - Selection, Planting and Care It would be hard to find a flower more universally loved than the rose. Over humanity’s long history with this plant, the rose has found its way into our gardens, cuisine, medicine, art and cultures. It is easier than ever to find undemanding, reliable roses that will enhance your landscape. This publication will help you decide what types of roses to grow, as well as explaining how to plant and take care of them. (revised 4/07) |
| [Image: ground covers]Ground Covers and Vines for Louisiana Selection, cultural practices, fertilization, pruning and recommended varieties of vines and ground covers are included. |
| [Image: Azaleas]Azaleas Azaleas, the major ornamental plants in Louisiana’s residential and commercial landscapes, are available in many flower colors, growth habits and foliage characteristics. This publication includes information on planting and maintenance, pest control recommendations and details on popular varieties. |
| [Image: Louisiana Iris]Louisiana Iris The Louisiana iris continues to be a popular plant for landscapes in the Southeast. This publication provides information on culture, watering, fertilization and several other topics. (PDF Format Only) |
| [Image: crape myrtles]Crape Myrtles for Louisiana Landscapes This publication includes information on the planting, fertilization, pruning, failure to flower, insects and diseases, and varieties of crape myrtles. |
| Terrebonne Parish's Top Requested Publications List of Terrebonne Parish's top requested publications: Louisiana Home Citrus Production; Louisiana Vegetable Planting Guide; Louisiana Lawns Best Management Practices (BMPs); The Louisiana Home Orchard. |
| [Image: citrus]Louisiana Home Citrus Production Citrus leaves, blooms, aroma and color add to the aesthetic value of the landscape. This 16-page, full-color guide includes recommended varieties and descriptions; tips on site selection, planting, spacing and pruning; and images of citrus insect pests and common citrus diseases. Cost: $5 plus tax (free shipping). You can order this book through our online store, by using the Order Publication link below. |
| Citrus Budget Information This will give commercial growers an opportunity to see the overall costs involved in citrus production. 45 pages; Projected Costs of Establishing and Operating a Citrus Grove. |
| June-July-August 2009 Terrebonne Horticulture Hints June-August 2009 Horticulrue Hints include information on the Vegetable Field Day, Landscape Gardening and Ornaments, Fruits and Nuts, Vegetable Gardening, Turfgrass and Lawn and Garden Books for sale. |
| Horticulture Hints - March - May 2009 The March, April, May 2009 issue has information pertaining to the Bonne Terre Garden Fair, The Louisiana Master Gardener Volunteer Program, Landscape Gardening and Ornamentals, Turfgrass and Lawns, Fruits and Nuts, and Vegetable Gardening. |
| [Image: TSWV Photo]Tomato Disease Update Tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) is causing losses to many commercial and home tomato growers. It appears that we will continue to have a lot of problems most years unless resistant cultivars are developed and adopted. |
| [Image: La One Call Logo]Call Before You Dig You shoulld ALWAYS call the Louisiana One Call number at least 48 hours before doing any digging. |
| [Image: LYN]Non-point Source Pollution According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, non-point source (NPS) pollution is the nation's leading source of water quality degradation. Describes ways to prevent non-point source pollution. |
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