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Poinsettias are a long-time holiday favorite

Fri, Dec 02, 2022

Poinsettias have been a long-time seasonal decoration during the holidays.

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Recycled tire gardens yield learning experiences

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Choctaw Nation youth and adults reap the benefits of newly installed recycled tire gardens. This project also has been recognized as a finalist for the Keep Oklahoma Beautiful Environmental Excellence award.

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Protecting home landscape from deer

Mon, Oct 17, 2022

What plants to grow to keep deer out of the landscape.

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Native pecan harvest field day is Oct. 13

Tue, Sep 20, 2022

Oklahoma State University is partnering with other groups to host the Native Pecan Harvest Field Day on Oct. 13 in Claremore.

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OSU researchers seek to make hops a new Oklahoma crop

Thu, Sep 08, 2022

Oklahoma State University is researching the potential of hops as an Oklahoma specialty crop to benefit the state’s economy by boosting the craft beer industry.

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Terrariums can introduce a new generation to gardening

Wed, Aug 24, 2022

Terrariums are a good stepping stone into gardening for the younger generation.

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Extreme heat and drought impact fall garden plans

Fri, Aug 12, 2022

Tips for planting fall gardens in extreme heat and drought.

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Landscaping tips to conserve water

Wed, Jul 27, 2022

OSU Extension offers tips for conserving water in the landscape.

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Jumping worms are real and a threat to the garden

Fri, Jun 24, 2022

The Asian jumping worm and other non-native earthworms have negative effects on the environment.

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Use caution with poison hemlock, ivy and oak

Tue, Jun 21, 2022

Poison hemlock is one of the most toxic plants found in Oklahoma. Other plants of concern include poison ivy and poison oak.

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Landscape architecture students design and construct seating for Centennial Garden

Wed, Jun 15, 2022

Students accustomed to working with colored pencils in quiet studios got their hands dirty for a class project. Using power tools like drills, sanders, circular saws and nail guns, landscape architecture students took their outdoor seating designs off the paper and into the shop using reclaimed and recycled materials.

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Best tips for avoiding summer mosquitoes

Thu, Jun 09, 2022

The primary way to eliminate mosquitoes is to get rid of their breeding grounds, according to David Hillock, Oklahoma State University Extension consumer horticulturist. In other words, remove standing water from around your property.

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