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Rose bush being pruned with pruners

If you have rose bushes in your landscape, now is the time for pruning! Heavy pruning needs to be done mid-February to mid-March while the plants are still dormant.


Sycamore leaves and fruit

Tree of the Month: Sycamore

September 6, 2024

Next time you’re walking in the woods or in the park, take a moment to look up. If you see a tree that is over 100 ft tall, there is a good chance you are seeing a sycamore tree. 

A woman in a kitchen holds a plate of Cinnamon Swirls.

The Food Factor: Cinnamon Swirls

September 5, 2024

You can enjoy these sweet cinnamon and cream cheese treats straight from the oven and save some for later.

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Tips to Prevent Identity Theft

September 4, 2024

Losing or having your personal information exposed is something that happens quite often in today’s society.

A pesticide technichian applies a termite treatment around a home foundation.

How to Protect Your Home from Termites

September 3, 2024

Termites exist all over Mississippi and will eventually infest and damage any structure that contains wood or other cellulose components unless you properly protect those structures.

Potatoes sprouting on wooden table

Why Do Potatoes Sprout?

August 23, 2024

Potatoes, known for their versatility and flavor, are a staple in kitchens around the world. Many of the dishes we eat either contain potatoes or can easily be paired with a potato side dish. However, if you’ve ever stored potatoes in your kitchen, you might have noticed they sometimes develop sprouts. Do you know why this happens?

A woman in a kitchen with an air fryer.

Easy Meals with Air Fryers

August 21, 2024

Back-to-school schedules have you pressed for time when it comes to evening mealtime? The air fryer can make this meal a breeze on busy nights.

Irrigation watering system in a garden

How to Obtain Proper Watering in Your Garden

August 15, 2024

If there’s one thing that’s important in gardening, it’s proper watering. Vegetable gardens need about 1 inch of water each week.

A closeup of California Chicken Pasta Salad in a bowl.

The Food Factor: California Chicken Pasta Salad

August 13, 2024

You will enjoy this cool, refreshing chicken pasta salad on these last hot days of summer.

A woman holds a baking sheet of prepared Frozen Banana Splits

The Food Factor: Frozen Banana Splits

August 6, 2024

Craving a banana split? This makeover recipe includes delicious and nutritious whole fruits and is easy and quick to make.

Pin Oak leaves on branches

Tree of the Month: Pin Oak

August 2, 2024

Imagine walking through a tranquil forest in early autumn. The air is crisp, the sunlight filters softly through a canopy of vibrant leaves. Among the trees that paint this picturesque scene, one stands out with its striking, radiant colors—the pin oak.

The pin oak (Quercus palustris) is a member of the Fagaceae family, native to the central and eastern United States. Known for its distinctive pyramidal shape and slender, pin-like branches, this deciduous tree can grow up to 70 feet tall, with a spread of up to 40 feet.

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