Rick Bogren
The Shreveport Times
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Hurricane Laura could impact crawfish production in Louisiana
Widespread flooding from Hurricane Laura could affect crawfish production for the upcoming season if unwanted water doesn't drain in a timely manner. → Read More
NELA AgCenter creates exhibit on healthy food choices
The program is designed to increase awareness in elementary school children of the links between food origins, nutrition and health. → Read More
August care improves fall rose performance
Late summer is the time to begin preparing roses for spectacular fall blooms. → Read More
Japanese maples make good specimen trees
Japanese maples can be outstanding small trees for specimen plantings and focal-point use in residential landscapes. → Read More
LSU AgCenter Garden Fest June 18 in BR
BATON ROUGE. – Visitors will have the opportunity to sample fruits and vegetables fresh from the garden along with creations from local food companies and enjoy summer family fun at the annual Garden Fest on Ju → Read More
AgCenter program finds Plants with Potential
LSU AgCenter horticulturists are on the hunt to rediscover underused landscape plants. → Read More
Leaf gall cropping up on camellias, azaleas
Symptoms of leaf gall start appearing soon after the plants finish flowering. → Read More
SunPatiens offer proven La. performance
SunPatiens bedding plants thrive in our Louisiana summer heat and humidity. → Read More
Check out this alternative hydrangea
Allen Owings recommends several oakleaf hydrangea, Alice, Snowflake and Ellen Huff. → Read More
LSU AgCenter names spring Super Plants
The AgCenterSuper Plants for spring 2016 – the Evolution series salvia and Serenita Raspberry angelonia. → Read More
Flooded landscapes require special care
Freshwater flooding caused by excessive rainfall primarily affects landscape plants by saturating the soil, said LSU AgCenter horticulturist Dan Gill. → Read More
New rose collection features top performers
My Hometown Roses collection from Star Roses and Plants for Louisiana listed under Story Highlights → Read More
Prevent further damage to your home and health
LSU AgCenter material: Cleaning flooded homes, mold removal guide, how to replace important papers → Read More
Rose workshop set for Feb. 12-13 in Lafayette
The Gulf District of the American Rose Society and the LSU AgCenter will present a midwinter workshop on rose care Feb. 12-13 in Lafayette. → Read More
Time to plant Swan columbine
Swan columbine was named a Louisiana Super Plant in fall 2011. → Read More
LSU accepting entries for 2017 Get It Growing calendar
The LSU AgCenter has issued a call for entries for photographs for its 2017 Get It Growing calendar to give photographers an opportunity to have their photos selected for the next edition. → Read More