Garden Corner – Deer-Proofing Landscapes

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Deer-Proofing Landscapes   Winter and early spring can be tough on landscape plants, especially those within the sights of a hungry deer population. Damage can also occur from bucks rubbing trees

Garden Corner – Fruit Trees for Backyard Orchards

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Fruit Trees for Backyard Orchards   Fruit trees can look to be very appealing additions to the backyard while paging through new gardening catalogs. But keep in mind that not all

Garden Corner – Amaryllis

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Amaryllis   Growing an amaryllis is an easy way to add tropical color to your home during an otherwise drab winter. Amaryllis is loved by many for its large four to

Garden Corner – Fall Frost Damage to Plants

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Fall Frost Damage to Plants Freeze damage to woody plants in the fall is just like plant damage in the spring, in that the newest growth (also termed softwood growth) will

Garden Corner – Composting Puts Fall Leaves to Good Use

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Kelly Jackson Christian County Extension Office Composting Puts Fall Leaves to Good Use Composting is an environmentally beneficial process to dispose of leaves and other yard wastes. When you compost leaves, yard debris, and kitchen waste, a