Garden Corner – Tree Cavities

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Tree Cavities It is not uncommon for older trees to develop hollow centers due to wood decay. Fortunately, most of a tree’s center consists of non-living tissue. So long as a

Garden Corner – The Christmas Cactus

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office The Christmas Cactus Although it’s not as popular during the holidays as the poinsettia, the Christmas cactus has enjoyed a long history as a favorite winter blooming houseplant. Occasionally I hear

Garden Corner – Mistletoe

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Mistletoe Once autumn leaves have fallen, mistletoe becomes highly visible on large trees throughout Kentucky.  Phoradendron, the scientific name for this parasitic plant, means tree thief.  You can commonly find these