Southern Plains Regional Reports
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsOrnamental Edible Shrubs for the Southern Plains
If you’ve ever stopped to appreciate an okra blossom or admire the lush foliage of a pawpaw tree, you’ve noticed that edible plants can be just as beautiful as ornamental…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsGrowing Hydrangeas in the Southern Plains
With long-lasting blooms and gorgeous foliage, hydrangeas (Hydrangea spp. and cvs., Zones 3–9) are the heart and soul of the summer garden. But growing hydrangeas in the hot, dry Southern…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsNative to Know: Indian Pink
Calling all hummingbirds! Indian pink (Spigelia marilandica, Zones 5–9), also called pinkroot, blooms all across the Southern Plains in late spring and early summer. Perhaps one of our showiest native…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsPlants to Support Native Bees in the Southern Plains
Bees are responsible for pollinating 80% of the world’s plants, including one-third of the food on our plates and many of the ornamental plants in our gardens. While European honeybees…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsPerennial Rebloomers for the Southern Plains
Dan Robarts says in his article on reblooming perennials, "...the criteria I generally adhere to for earning a spot in the beds at my home or botanical garden workplace center…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsAmending Clay Soils
While soils vary considerably across the United States, many gardeners are faced with the challenge of growing plants in heavy clay soil. This may be due to the natural composition…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsBeat the Heat with Shade-Tolerant Herbs and Veggies in the Southern Plains
Growing cool-season crops in the Southern Plains can be tricky. Spring plantings often bolt (go to flower) from the heat before crops mature, while fall plantings are difficult to establish…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsChoosing Where to Build Your Vegetable Garden in the Southern Plains
Every climate type presents certain challenges to vegetable gardeners. Here are a few region-specific tips to keep in mind when siting a new vegetable garden in your Southern Plains garden.…
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Southern Plains Regional Reports4 Must-Have Plants for the Southern Plains
As garden centers start to open their doors for the season (and we get ready to run into them with open arms), we decided to ask some regional experts what…
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Southern Plains Regional ReportsRecovering Your Garden After a Winter Storm in the Southern Plains
Your electricity is back on, you’re no longer flushing toilets with melted snow, and it’s no longer 15 degrees colder than the coldest day of your life. Congratulations—you’ve made it…
