Lawn & Garden

Orchids

Some orchids are highly fragrant with delicious odors, while others have extremely obnoxious odors.

Cucumbers

Whether you prefer them fresh, pickled, in salads or on a sandwich, cucumbers are a great addition to any backyard vegetable garden.

Limelight Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are known for their extraordinary blooms and ‘Limelight’ produces a bright lime-green to white inflorescence that is sure to impress.

Chamberbitter Control

Many weeds in the landscape can cause a gardener to gripe.

Hydroponics is also known as soilless gardening

It's a very unique and interesting way to grow fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers.

Blackberries: Discover the keys to a successful crop

Blackberries are by far one of the easiest fruit crops to grow in south Louisiana.

Virginia Buttonweed

Virginia buttonweed (Diodia virginiana) the number one weed problem in Southern turfgrass.

Disease of cucurbits

There is nothing more frustrating for a home gardeners than to see the fruits of their labors lost to diseases and pests.

Removing and replacing spring-flowering bulbs

Late April to early May is a great time to lift or dig these spring-flowering bulbs from the garden where possible.

A short description of commonly grown herbs for home gardens. Herbs included: anise, basil, borage, caraway, cherval, coriander, fennel, marjoram, mint, oregano, rosemary, sage, savory, sesame, tarragon, thyme.

Soil testing can help determine what nutrients your soil needs

Soil is one of the most important factors to manage when growing fruits, vegetables, turf or ornamentals.

Figs are one of the most interesting fruits you can grow

LSU has played a critical role in the breeding and development of many cultivars that you can find at nurseries and garden centers.

Preparing Your Spring Vegetable Garden

Vegetables are typically divided into two categories based on how we plant them into the garden.

Gardening after a freeze

Potted plants do not mind being brought in and out as the weather dictates.

Using fallen leaves in the garden

Keeping these leaves will help save on mulch, compost, landfill space and fertilizers. It’s almost as if money actually does grow on trees.

Crape Murder

Improper crape myrtle pruning occurs when unnecessary "topping" of the trees is done to reduce the height.

Pre-emergent Herbicide

October could be argued as the most critical month for lawn maintenance.

Virginia Buttonweed

October Vegetables

October's one of the greatest months of the year to get out into the vegetable garden and get some possibly long-needed maintenance accomplished.

American Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana)

In recent years, the idea of planting native plants has swept through the gardening world.

Underground Gardening

Many of these underground organs can be difficult to distinguish from each other. So let’s shed some light on this underground world.

Fall Vegetables

We can get a head start in the garden now by planting these vegetable seeds for transplants.

Cercospora Leaf Spot on Hydrangea

The hydrangea’s reliably charming and large flowers make it one of our beloved summer-flowering shrubs of Southern garden.

Consider Adding Ligularia to your Shade Garden

Ligularia is an excellent addition to any gardener’s shade garden. Consider incorporating ligularia as a great, course-textured addition.

How is Your Vegetable Garden Looking This Month

In Louisiana, May is one of the most important months for vegetable gardening as well as the most hectic.

Herbicides: Use the Right Tool for the Job

Herbicides help us perform task in our landscape.

SunPatiens to now be Named a Louisiana Super Plant

The SunPatiens is moving into uncharted territories, places where no impatiens has gone before – full sun.

Mowing Your Lawn at the Correct Height

Mowing your lawn at the correct height is one of the best management strategies that you can implement in your lawn maintenance routine.

Henry's Garnet Virginia Willow

Virginia willow, also called Virginia sweetspire and known botanically as Itea virginica, is one of our more popular native shrubs in Louisiana.

Spring Vegetable Garden

March is here, and now is the time to get our spring vegetable garden beds prepared and planted.

A bird called the Sapsucker

The sapsucker will typically drill horizontally parallel rows of holes in the trunks or branches of trees.

Alternative to Crape Myrtles in your Landscape

Try substituting crape myrtles with a vitex or a larger growing bottle brush.

Carolina Jessamine in the Landscape

This article will give you more information on Carolina Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens).

Cool Season Annuals

Winter is one of the best times to add Cool Season Annuals to your landscape.

Annual Plant Sale

May 12, from 8-2, at the LSU AgCenter Burden Center, 4560 Essen Lane, in Baton Rouge, Master Gardeners will have thousands of plants for sale. Over 300 different types of plants, hanging baskets, mixed containers and succulents are for sale for their annual fundraiser.

Time to Prune Trees and Shrubs

The dormant season is an excellent time to prune many landscape plants. Learn which plants can be pruned now and why one needs to wait to prune other plants.

Arbor Day Celebration at Burden Center

Participate in the annual Arbor Day Celebration at the LSU AgCenter's Burden Center in Baton Rouge, La., and watch your tree grow over the years to benefit local wildlife and the Baton Rouge community.

Arbor Day in Louisiana

The third Friday of January is Arbor Day in Louisiana. Plant trees to beautify, replace felled trees, decrease energy bills and improve comfort of life. Tree planting tips will assure a healthy start for your tree.

Citrus Tree Care

Tips on pruning, fertiliizing and insect prevention for citrus trees.

LSU AgCenters MarketMaker

MarketMaker is an online tool that connects the buying public with Louisiana producers for the freshest vegetables, fruits, seafood, poultry, meat, herbs and honey.

AAS American Award Garden

The Burden Center Botanical Garden was recently named an All-America Selections 'American Award Garden.' It already held the distinction of being an AAS Display Garden, located at 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA.

Time to Plant Tulips and Hyacinths

Remember those tulips and hyacinths you purchased in October and November and have been chilling in the refrigerator for at least 6 to 8 weeks? Well, it’s now time to plant them.

Recycle Christmas Trees

Participate in the EBR City-Parish Christmas Tree recycling program this year and benefit the landfill and the environment at no cost to you.

Storing Lawn & Garden Tools this Winter

Tips on storing lawn and garden tools to save money and time when you get ready to use them next spring.

Buck Moths Laying Eggs

The adult moths of the stinging Buck Moth Caterpillar are laying eggs in trees. Moths fly in tree canopies and lay eggs on branches that will hatch next spring.

Mistletoe in Trees

What is mistletoe? Does it harm trees? Is there a control?

Shorten Height of Forced Paperwhite Narcissus

By substituting some alcohol for water, leaves and flowers of forced Paperwhite Narcissus will be shorter resulting in a nicer indoor plant.

Cut a Fresh Christmas Tree this Year

Visit a 'choose and cut' Christmas tree farm and select a fresh tree to decorate this holiday season.

Philippine Violet -- Barleria cristata

A plant worthy of increased use in local landscapes, Philippine Violet loads up with vibrant purple flowers September to November adding much needed fall color.

Time to Compost

Turn fall tree leaves into rich compost for landscaping and vegetable gardens.

Louisiana Master Gardener Program

Information for the LSU AgCenter's Louisiana Master Gardener Extension Volunteer Program.

Swan Columbine New LA Super Plant

The Swan series of columbines are a new LA Super Plants selection.

Stop Winter Weeds

Apply a pre-emergence herbicide to lawns to prevent unsightly weeds this winter.

Cool Season Vegetables

Fall and winter vegetable gardens produce a bounty of healthy and tasty vegetables.

Chickweed

Prevent chickweed from invading landscapes by using a pre-emergence herbicide.

Plant Strawberries in November

Homegrown strawberries can't be beat! Plant transplants early November and start your harvest as early as February.

Perennial Ryegrass Makes Lawns Green for Winter

Planting perennial ryegrass in November will make your lawn green for the winter months.

Building a Hobby Greenhouse

Tips on constructing a hobby greenhouse to protect tender plants.

Plant Spring Flowering Bulbs During Fall

Plant most spring flowering bulbs during November for a showy floral display next spring.

Plant Cool Season Color During Fall

Fall is the prime planting time for cool season bedding plants.

Louisiana Super Plant Redbor Kale

Redbor kale is the first edible LA Super Plants selection and a very attractive cool season foliage plant.

LSU AgCenter Soil Disease Insect and Nematode Labs

Have a plant problem? Utilize the services of one of four LSU AgCenter labs. Have your soil sample analyzed, plant diseases or insects identified and nematode soil sample tested. The fee-based services include diagnoses and recommendations.

Preserve Vegetable and Fruits for Later Use

Enjoy home grown or store bought fruits and vegetables by following USDA preservation guidelines.

"Brush With Burden" Art Exhibition

Artists are invited to participate in the annual "Brush With Burden" juried art exhibition. Entries must be received by November 30, 2011.

Fall Gardening Questions and Answers

Answers to fall gardening problems.

Propagate Roses from Stem Cuttings

Using a plastic bag is an easy way to root rose stem cuttings and make new plants.

Prune Roses in Fall for Oct. - Nov. Flowers

Prune selected types of roses from late August through early September to promote flowering in October and November.

Fall Vegetable Planting Season

Many fall vegetables can be planted mid-August to mid-October. As summer heat turns to cooler fall temperatures, cool-season vegetables will thrive and produce bountiful harvests.

Plant Societies Great Place to Learn About Plants

A list of plant societies that meet in the Baton Rouge area and when they meet.

All-America Selections Display Garden

Plantings at the LSU AgCenter Burden Center All-America Selections Display Garden showcases the best flowers and vegetables to grow in the area. Walk the garden paths monthly to observe seasonal changes and enjoy educational "Open Houses" in the summer and fall.