Lawn and Garden Resources
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RevisedThis publication provides information on pulse width modulation (PWM) technology including its working principle, components, benefits, and best management practices for its optimal utilization on agricultural sprayers. Pulse width modulation technology was developed to overcome pressure variation issues, as the flow rate is varied by changing the cycle of the electronically actuated solenoid valves while the system pressure remains constant throughout the boom.
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RenewedThis publication explains the necessary steps for starting a school garden. To create a sustainable garden, the emphasis is placed on school and community support.
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RenewedThis publication covers some of the basic information about what you may need and key considerations when developing a small fruit and vegetable farm.
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This publication is designed for small market growers, homeowners, and Master Gardeners in order to be a quick reference guide for diagnosing common problems in vegetables.
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RenewedProperly composted poultry litter—manure mixed with bedding material, such as pine shavings—is a valuable soil amendment. However, it takes care and management to compost the litter from poultry housing environments. This resource provides chicken owners with the information they need to compost their chickens’ litter properly to make a useful end product.
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RenewedThis peach tree training system is being adopted by some southeastern peach growers; it is an easy, low-maintenance system that can be used even in the home orchard.
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This resource provides a practical overview of vermicomposting as an efficient composting option for home gardens, landscapes, and small farms. It explains how composting with worms can turn food scraps and organic waste into nutrient-rich worm castings, and how this process differs from traditional composting methods. This resource covers the basics of worm biology, bin selection and setup, bedding materials, feeding rates, moisture and pH management, and common troubleshooting tips with an emphasis on simple, low-cost practices.
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Cold damage to ornamental plants can be a problem during the winter in the Georgia landscape. Regardless of where you live, recommended practices can maximize the chances that your prized landscape plants will survive the winter.
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Agente causal, céspedes susceptibles,condiciones que promueven la enfermedad, síntomas y control de mancha parda, mancha dólar, quemazón por Pythium, mancha foliar por Helminthosporium, marchitamiento por Curvularia, mancha foliar gris, anillo de hada, enfermedad toma-todo o pudrición radicular por Gaeumannomyces, roya, hongos gelatinosos y nematodos.
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