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Garden resolutions for a happy 2013

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Thursday, December 20th, 2012, 5:30pm

By Gary R. Bachman
MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

I have made it my tradition for the last couple of years to suggest some New Year’s resolutions for the home gardener to consider.

This year, I’m changing that up a bit by sharing some of my own garden resolutions for 2013. Maybe you will see yourself in some of what I resolve to do next year.

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Winter cassia brings profusion of blooms

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Monday, December 17th, 2012, 4:56pm

Winter cassia brings profusion of blooms

By Gary R. Bachman
MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

Every year, I look forward to the time when winter cassia begins blooming. The tropical-looking flowers are sure to create winter interest wherever they are planted in the landscape.

Winter cassia is one of those plants with show-stopping qualities, especially considering its prolific blooms in the winter. Their effect is heightened because the brightly colored blooms seem to appear all of a sudden out of nowhere.

Flower clusters of winter cassia form toward the ends of the slender branches. Flower production can be so heavy that shrubs can be pulled into a vase-shaped form. (Photo by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman)

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Rice paper plant adds tropical flair to garden

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Monday, December 10th, 2012, 12:21pm

Rice paper plant adds tropical flair to garden

By Gary R. Bachman
MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

One of the easiest ways to add tropical flair to any landscape is to use plants with large leaves. Rice paper plant is a favorite of mine that looks amazing as a component of many landscapes.

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Rosemary makes unique Christmas decoration

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Tuesday, December 4th, 2012, 10:54am

Rosemary makes unique Christmas decoration

By Gary R. Bachman
MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

As a gardener, Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year because I get to enjoy indoors the scents and colors of the garden. Christmas looks like poinsettias, live trees indoors and greenery decorating the house, and it smells like pine, cedar, fir, and, in my house, rosemary.

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Christmas poinsettias can last past holidays

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Monday, November 19th, 2012, 4:45pm

Christmas poinsettias can last past holidays

By Gary R. Bachman
MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

I think most people will agree that besides the Christmas tree, the poinsettia is the plant that best accentuates the Christmas holiday season.

Thanksgiving week kicks off the poinsettia-buying season. When you go to get yours, prepare for the truly remarkable variety of poinsettia colors available.

Garden centers feature a growing variety of poinsettias each year, making it possible to decorate homes with individual flair. (Photo by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman)

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Homemade Holidays Craft Fair & Open House

Submitted by Edith González, Community Blogger

Monday, November 19th, 2012, 2:57pm

Homemade Holidays Craft Fair & Open House

at A Stroka Gene-us Alpacas

Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Join us for 1st Mississippi Homemade Holidays Craft Fair and Open House.

We will offer all our alpaca products, farm tours, pony rides, fancy face painting,

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Kale, cabbage jazz up winter landscapes

Submitted by Mercer Morrison, Web Producer

Monday, November 12th, 2012, 5:45pm

By Gary R. Bachman
MSU Horticulturist
Coastal Research & Extension Center

If you haven’t started planting your winter color, rest assured that it’s not too late. But when shopping at the garden center, resist the temptation to head straight to the pansies and violas. Consider adding some colorful ornamental kale and cabbage to your garden and landscape.

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