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 […] …
Consumer Horticulture: Connecting Plants and People (Six-Part Series)
Plants connect us all from the country to the city and everywhere in between. They provide food, beauty, health and quality of life benefits. This new publication series explains how consumer horticulture uses plants to benefit us all! The series begins with an overview of consumer horticulture to connect plants and people. Then, each of […] …
Gardening Guide for Tennessee’s Teachers: A Practical Plan to Starting a School Garden
Food gardening is an excellent way to teach while introducing youth to agriculture and food production. This guide will provide all the basics needed for a teacher, parent or educator to get started with school gardens. From planning to timing and harvest, this resource will get you prepared. Plus, there are connections to a range […] …
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 […] …
