As consumers, we interact with plants in many ways. Some are for personal enjoyment or quality of life, but many have important economic and societal impacts. This infographic presents some of the many roles of plants in our lives. Published by: National Initiative for Consumer Horticulture Date Published: March 2017 Link to Resource: https://consumerhort.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/PlantsDoThat.pdf …
Special Topics in Residential Horticulture
There are many techniques that can support residential horticulture in Tennessee that connect to a range of the above topics. These include houseplants, home greenhouses, landscape design, managing home ponds, water gardens, and other special horticulture topics.
An Introduction to Small-Scale Soilless and Hydroponic Vegetable Production
Do you want to grow vegetables but have a lawn or garden area with poor soil? Or do you live in a small house or apartment with no garden area for vegetables at all? Well, do not despair because there are still options that will enable you to grow fresh vegetables at home. This publication […] …
Growing Indoor Plants with Success
Do you have limited time or space for vegetable gardening or landscaping? Do you live in an apartment or townhouse without access to gardening space outdoors? Well, then indoor gardening might be just the thing to help improve your environment, mood and even health. From foliage to fruiting plants to herbs, there are many options […] …
Leafy Crop Production in Small-Scale Soilless and Hydroponic Systems
Lettuce, basil, kale, and other leafy vegetables are some of the fastest and easiest crops for home gardeners to grow. Hydroponic systems enable gardeners to grow leafy crops in small spaces quite efficiently. This publication provides an overview of hydroponic systems for growing lettuce and other leafy crops. It provides an introduction to nutrient film […] …
Lighting Indoor Houseplants
A world of possibilities exist for gardeners in indoor plants. However, one of the biggest challenges is selecting plants that are well suited to the lighting in our homes or offices. This Missouri publication will walk though lighting needs for different indoor plants. It will also cover different types of supplemental lighting and how it […] …
