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Pine Seedling 'Shortage' Makes Early Orders Vital Posted on 08/19/96 by

In most nurseries, you=ll hear babies crying. But adults may be crying this fall -- after they learn that pine nurseries have sold out of their seedling trees. "Our nurseries produced about the same number of seedlings for this year as normal," said David Moorhead.

Ten Easy Steps to a More Low-Maintenance Landscape Posted on 08/19/96 by Gary L. Wade

You probably have better things to do with your spare time than mow, spray, prune, fertilize and mulch. If you're starting to feel like a slave to your landscape, it's time to make changes. You need not sacrifice your landscape's beauty. Here are 10 steps to get you started.

Planting Under Big Oak? Don't Forget the Tree Posted on 08/12/96 by Dan Rahn

The cool shade of a big oak is a blessing for any yard. If you're looking for landscape plants to put under it, don't forget the biggest thing out there.

Dog Days Drain Vital Oxygen from Ponds Posted on 08/12/96 by

Ponds fulfill a lot of roles in Georgia. They provide water for thirsty crops and livestock. They offer a cooling dunk for people and animals. And they (sometimes reluctantly) give up their fish for a summer fish fry.

Deer in the Wild Garden Posted on 08/12/96 by Jeff Jackson

The wildlife in your yard aren't just squirrels and rabbits anymore. University of Georgia county extension agents now answer thousands of questions a year on backyard problems deer cause.

Georgia Peach Crop Skimpy, but Still Showy Posted on 08/12/96 by J. Faith Peppers

Are those peaches real?" asked a Nebraska visitor to the Showcase of Southern Agriculture in Centennial Olympic Park. "Absolutely," answered Butch Ferree.

No More Leaves Allowed in Landfill Posted on 08/02/96 by

The bags of leaves and grass clippings lining the driveway on trash pickup day will soon be handled differently.

Youthful Dreams Coming True at 4-H State Congress Posted on 07/29/96 by J. Faith Peppers

It is a dream that began when Shu Che joined 4-H in the fifth grade. And it's about to come true. She's headed to Atlanta for State 4-H Congress. "I'm very excited," said Che, a student at Morrow High School.

Muscadines' Magic Returns as Centennial Olympics End Posted on 07/29/96 by Dan Rahn

It's a magical blend of Deep South charm and rich history with today's vigor and tomorrow's promise. It's not the Olympic Games. But it will arrive before the luckiest Olympic guests have to leave for their homes.

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