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Mums and crotons can only mean one thing… fall is near. Mums are such an enjoyable, colorful fall plant that can be used to decorate...

Create fall porch displays with potted mums and crotons. Plant these vegetables in September, says LSU AgCenter: beets, broccoli...

Fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials!

July garden tips Watch for chinch bug damage in lawns. Symptoms are irregular patches of dead grass surrounded by yellowing grass. Treat...

August 1st is the unofficial "last day to prune" mophead and lacecap hydrangeas. These "big leaf" varieties bloom on old wood and begin...

Apply Dimension pre-emergent herbicide to lawns and flower beds to stop weeds before they sprout. This must be done before soil...

What to do when the weather forecast includes days below freezing. Water & Mulch. A plant's best defense against freezing temps is to be...

At Akins we LOVE Paperwhites! You may have seen some of "paperwhite pots" made famous by talented Julie. They will be back this year and...