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Seven Things You Might Not Know About Pruning Posted on 10/28/96 by Butch Ferree

Pruning is both the art and the science of cutting woody plants to produce desired results. That's a mouthful, I know. And it almost sounds as if I'm dodging the issue. But if you think of all the effects a gardener might seek from different plants by pruning them, then a good pruner is both an artist and a scientist.

Rains Damage Hidden Cotton Crop, Too Posted on 10/21/96 by

When Tropical Storm Josephine swept across Georgia, she blew some cotton right off the stalk. That's damage easily seen. But she also hurt the second cotton crop

Georgians Getting Together to Fight Hunger Posted on 10/21/96 by

When you didn't clean your plate as a child, what did your mother say? "Think of the starving children in Africa or India." Today, hunger is closer to home.

Guide Tells 'All' About Georgia Posted on 10/21/96 by Dan Rahn

In 1930, Fulton County was the most densely populated county in Georgia, with 529 people per square mile. Over the years, the number has grown to 1,325. But now DeKalb has by far the highest density (2,170) in the state.

Help Frogs Survive Winter in the Wild Garden Posted on 10/21/96 by Jeff Jackson

With the arrival of chilly fall nights, I've been getting calls from ornamental pond owners wondering what to do for their frogs and turtles during winter.

Head to the Patch to Pick the Perfect Pumpkin Posted on 10/14/96 by J. Faith Peppers

It's time to head to the patch to pick the perfect pumpkin. This year you may have a better selection. "Georgia farmers planted almost half again as many pumpkins this year as in 1994," said Terry Kelley.

Waves of Autumn Colors Sweep Through Georgia Forests Posted on 10/14/96 by Kim D. Coder

As Earth continues its journey around the Sun, the chill of northern climes creeps southward. The air sweeps over us in waves, no longer from the summer Gulf, but from the center of the continent. Cool winds drive the rains. Your senses can see, smell, hear, taste and feel the coming of winter.

Trees Bearing Gifts: Versatile Pine Straw Posted on 10/14/96 by Dan Rahn

If you think of all it can do, you'll thank those pines for the pine straw they're raining into your yard. Yes, somebody has to rake it all up. But pine straw can be more of a blessing than a chore, said Mel Garber.

Apple Harvest Gets Help From Students Posted on 10/07/96 by J. Faith Peppers

It's apple harvest time in north Georgia. In Gilmer County, the heart of Georgia's apple area, growers got help from local students to make this a good, profitable harvest.

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