Flowers, Shrubs, and Lawn
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FLOWERS, SHRUBS AND LAWNS

Objectives:                      gardener


To develop leadership abilities, build character and assume citizenship responsibilities.
To gain keen insight into nature and develop a better understanding of the basic principles of science relating to plant growth and their artistic and functional use.
To acquire the knowledge and develop the skills needed to plant, grow, and appreciate flowers, shrubs, and grasses and to use them in landscape design.
To learn safe and effective methods of insect control and management.
To develop an appreciation of horticulture and to use it as an educational learning experience for both urban and rural youth
To become familiar with career opportunities through learning experiences in horticulture projects and related activities such as demonstrations, judging, tours, and exhibits.
To explore all aspects of ornamental gardening, as well as the therapeutic values of engaging in horticulture.
*http://www.hgtv.com
*http://www.gardeningtips.org/
Tips for Lawns and ground cover 
  • Cut back ground covers that have spread out of bounds. Prune vines and summer-blooming heather.
  • Plant flat and slightly sloped areas with ground cover so roots will get a head start before winter. Do not plant steep slopes or the rains will wash plants away.
  • Sow seeds for new lawns. If there is an early frost be sure to keep the ground moist so the seedlings will continue to develop roots until the ground freezes.
  • Grass grows best this time of year in the cooler, wetter conditions.
  • Lime and aerate lawns now.
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  • October is the best month to transplant Perennials. Enrich beds with organic soil mixture.
                                                                                pumpkin

  • Constructing a Pumpkin Topiary

Materials:

  • Select 2 pumpkins of the same size. Test the pumpkins to make sure they will not topple easily when stacked on top of eachother. (Large pumpkins make a big impact.)
  • Select a pot that the pumpkins sit steadily on top of
  • 2 grapevine wreaths- The wreaths will need to fit the bottom diameters of the top and bottom pumpkins.
  • Pruning shears
  • Directions:
  • With the pruning shears, cut off the stem of what will be the bottom pumpkin.
  • Set one grapevine wreath around the opening of the pot. Now set the bottom pumpkin on top of the wreath/pot.
  • Set the second grapevine wreath on top of the bottom pumpkin. Now set the second pumpkin on top of the bottom pumpkin.

                                                         HAPPY FALL Y'ALL!                                     topiary
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The University of Georgia and Ft. Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and counties of the state cooperating. The Cooperative Extension Service offers educational programs, assistance and materials to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability. An equal opportunity/affirmative action organization committed to a diverse work force.