more... > Parishes > Terrebonne > Horticulture > For more information on these and other horticultural topics, call or visit your local Extension office. You can also e-mail your questions directly to Barton Joffrion at bjoffrion@agcenter.lsu.edu. 511 Roussell Street (70360) · Houma, LA · 70361 Phone: (985) 873-6495 · Fax: (985) 850-4620 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. Landscape Beds [Image: Bushkiller] We are in a transitional period with landscape beds as unwanted plants (i.e. weeds) are popping up at this time of year due to heavy rainfall, thinning or washed away mulch, or other reasons. Now is a great time to re-mulch your landscape beds as you transition for the spring season. Azaleas Steal the Show There is no better time in South Louisiana than March when the azaleas are in full bloom and many yards, gardens and landscapes are a buzz with activity.  more articles... 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. Palms in South Louisiana Palms in South Louisiana vary in height from 50-60 feet like the Phoenix canariensis(Canary Island Date Palm) to the native Sabal minor (palmetto) which usually does not growtaller than 6-8 feet. Summer Pruning of Roses [Image: rose] Late July through mid-August is the best time to prune roses in your landscape. The pruning is less severe than what was done in February but necessary to maintain maximum health of your plants and will lessen disease pressure, remove old growth and improve the overall health of the plant. Protecting Yourself from West Nile Virus While Gardening West Nile Virus (WNV) is a virus disease of humans and animals that is usually transmitted by mosquitoes. Mosquitoes obtain the virus when they bite infected birds, which is where the virus is maintained by nature. WNV is closely related to St. Louis encephalitis, but it normally causes a milder disease in people. Crape Myrtles [Image: Crape Myrtle Photo] The drought conditions this year have decreased insect and disease pests causing a higher bloom percentage on established crape myrtles throughout the region. Types of Blackberries [Image: Blackberries] Basically, there are two types of blackberries – the erect type and the trailing type. The distinction between the two is their growth habit. Fairy Rings in Lawn [Image: Type II fairy ring with basidiocarps (mushrooms)] Mild environmental conditions can bring about interesting visuals in lawns in the Houma-Thibodaux area. We often see lawns with mushrooms or doughnut rings of dying or dark green grass. These are referred to as fairy rings and cause many homeowners to ask questions about why this phenomenon occurs this time of year. Lawn and Garden Questions [Image: Closeup photo of wheelbarrow] Contains frequently asked questions related to gardening and horticulture for the home gardener. Citrus Rust Mites [Image: Rust Mites on Citrus] Citrus rust mites can cause symptoms such as browning or darkening of round oranges due to citrus rust mites on the fruit. These pests are very small, are a deep yellow and wedge shaped. You will need a 20X hand lens to see then as they are not visible to the naked eye. Lawn BMP Publication [Image: digital image of publication] The LSU AgCenter has recently released a new publication for home lawns based on research-based best management practices (BMPs). With the recent drought conditions, this publication will help many residents to get their lawns back into shape and encourage the appropriate implementation of research-based management practices. Click for more information...