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Iris — Grass Weed Control

There are no chemicals currently listed for control of grassy weeds in bearded iris. Chemicals used to control grassy weeds will also damage the iris.Mulch is not recommended as iris rhizomes will rot.

Glysophate (RoundUp or KleenUp) can be used selectively provided the chemical isn’t sprayed on the iris foliage.

Hand pulling is the [...]

Chrysanthemum — Winter Protection

Chrysanthemums can withstand severe freezing temperatures, provided the plants aren’t in a flooded area or a soil with high moisture content.Mums should also be mulched to limit the heaving action of the ground to winter’s freezing and thawing. Chrysanthemum roots exposed to the winter sun and wind will dry out. Cut plants off an [...]

Crapemyrtle: A Favorite Plant in Southern Landscape

From the delicate, paper thin, showy flowers to the superb bark and foliage, the crapemyrtle is a favorite landscape plant throughout the South. Introduced to North America in 1747, the crapemyrtle is native to China and Korea. It can thrive from North Alabama to the Gulf Coast.

The crapemyrtle is an adaptable [...]