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 […] …
Home Composting: A Guide to Managing Yard Waste
Composting is essentially the practice of controlling the natural process of microbial breakdown of organic matter. In residential landscapes, removed plants from the garden, leaf litter, tree trimmings, grass clippings and many other materials can be used in home composting systems. This publication describes the process and practices involved in residential composting to manage yard […] …
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 […] …
Safety of Herbicides Compared to Other Commonly Used Chemicals
Herbicide refers to a product that is used to control weeds. Herbicides can be chemicals specifically formulated to control weeds or they can be other products typically used for other applications (salt, vinegar). It is important for landscape managers, gardeners, and those who work with gardeners and homeowners to be aware of the safety and […] …
