Poinsettias, Bayberry Candles, Bulbs & Other December News
“Welcome winter. Your late dawns and chilled breath make me lazy, but I love you nonetheless.” — Terri Guillemets Poinsettias Did you know that the tradition of decorating Christmas displays with Poinsettias started in Mexcio? They have a rich history in their native range, and the story of how they came to represent Christmas in […]
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- How Would You Rate Your Agricultural Literacy? December 19, 2024At a young age, I was fortunate to be taught the the connection between agriculture and the comforts we all enjoy. I remember visiting local farms and hearing stories of my grandfather growing up on his family farm. I went to agricultural fairs every summer. I heard about how my dad and my uncles (mom’s […]uconnladybug
- Holiday Cactus Hoopla! December 13, 2024Holiday cactuses – Easter cactus, Thanksgiving cactus, and Christmas cactus — are popular houseplants with their bright blooms and low-maintenance nature. All three species are native to Brazil, where they grow as epiphytes on trees. This makes them well-suited to being pot bound plants as their pendulous stems can cascade downwards. However, the species under […]uconnladybug
Plant Hazards to Avoid this Holiday Season
View As PDF By Nick Goltz, DPM, UConn Home & Garden Education Center, UConn Plant Diagnostic Lab Using low-heat LED lights is a great way to reduce fire risk while keeping things festive. The stewards of this tree toko the extra step of installing a rope fence to discourage visitors from damaging the tree or […]
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Holiday Houseplants on CRIS Radio
CRIS Radio: Focal Point 11/25/2024 Heather Zidack from the UConn Home & Garden Education Center talks to host, Stephen Thal, about common holiday plants, houseplant care, and indoor winter gardening. Listen to the Broadcast 00:00:01 Stephen Thal Hi and welcome to another segment on Focal Point. I’m Stephen Thal, and I’ll be your host for […]
[Read More]The Halloween Ladybug Swarm: Why it Happens and How to Get Rid of Them
Marie Woodward from the UConn Home & Garden Education Center talks with the Daily Campus about the invasion of the Asian Lady Beetle that happens when fall temperatures start to drop. Read the Full Article
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