Avoid using troublesome plants
November 17, 2016
Fall and winter are the best times of the year to install new plant material. Though the weather is cold, the roots continue to grow.
Gardening
Pine bark beetles troubling pine trees
October 11, 2016
Throughout the county, I have observed pine trees that are turning brown and dying. Additionally, the Extension office has received numerous phone calls from residents concerned about pine trees on their property.
Autumn is the time to divide perennial plants
September 21, 2016
Herbaceous perennial plants are advantageous since they come back every year unlike annual, which grow for only one season. They are easy to plant, require minimal maintenance, and provide beauty year-after-year.
The beauty of roses is worth the challenge of growing them
August 23, 2016
One of the most popular and well known flowering plants are the roses that brighten the landscape with their beauty. Over 1,600 cultivated varieties exist that come in many colors, shapes and sizes with new ones being introduced every year with improved flower color, fragrance, and adaptability.
Fertilizer: what do those numbers mean?
May 26, 2016
The soil is the most important component of plant growth. It supplies the plant with water and nutrients in addition to anchoring it in place.
City of Norcross to break ground on new park dedicated to sustainable life skills
May 16, 2016
Discovery Garden Park to serve as a nature center, community garden and neighborhood gathering space for all ages and abilities
Norcross – Something big and green is coming to Norcross in the form of a new garden park dedicated to actively engaging people of all ages and abilities in their environment and community through programs, classes and events that develop creative and sustainable skills.
Knight Elementary Teaching Garden joins Lilburn Garden Tour
May 12, 2016
The GFWC Lilburn Woman’s Club is delighted to announce the addition of the Knight Elementary School Teaching Garden to our 3rd annual “Behind the Garden Gate” tour of Lilburn area gardens on Saturday, June 4, 2016 from 9am to 3pm.
Several trees and shrubs have attractive bark
January 5, 2016
Since we are in the dead of winter, all of the deciduous and shrubs trees have shed their leaves. However, many of these trees, as well as some evergreens, have attractive bark features that provide interest to the landscape in all seasons.
Lawn maintenance for autumn
September 16, 2015
The summer months are coming to an end. The cooler days of autumn are upon us. This time of the year is a transition time in the lawn and garden.
