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Gardening in the Panhandle

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Video: Beach Sunflower is Not Just for the Beach

Video: Beach Sunflower is Not Just for the Beach

Beach sunflower is an attractive coastal plant that is well suited for many landscapes. The native plant can thrive in hot and dry spots where other plants may struggle.  Learn more about Beach sunflower, Helianthus debilis, and how to use it in your landscape....

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The Praying Mantis

The Praying Mantis

The gloriosa lilies have been in full glory, so to speak, in our garden at the Extension office the last few weeks. While photographing them, I noticed a tiny visitor hidden in plain sight among the flower’s frilly petals and stamen. A bright green juvenile praying...

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Plants That Carry Stories

Most gardeners I know love to share plants. Propagating and dividing them can be just as much fun as growing them. Some of my favorite plants in the garden came from loved ones offering a cutting or telling me to dig up whatever I liked. Lately, I’ve been thinking...

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