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Colorblaze coleus is a 2020 Medallion plant

A couple of weeks ago, I had the privilege of introducing the 2020 Mississippi Medallion Winners at the Gulf States Hort Expo in Mobile, Alabama. This is a special group of selections, as the Mississippi Medallion program is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2020.

The plants selected for 2020 include Colorblaze coleus, beautyberry, Luscious Series lantana and Garden Gem tomato.

Applications open for medical, science program

High school juniors interested in health care and other science-related careers can apply to participate in an exploratory, four-week summer program at Mississippi State University.

Dianthus varieties add color to landscape in cool weather

Backyard wildlife is a mixed blessing

Zinnia elegans are ideal flowers for summertime

Now that we’re fully into January, it’s time to get serious about planning our gardens for 2020.

I’ve made a long list of vegetable, flower and herb seeds I’ll be ordering in the next several weeks. Many of these will be strictly for one season.

Rotary Classic Rodeo set for Feb. 7-8

Blueberry growers, others invited to Jan. 23 workshop

Blueberry growers and others interested in growing blueberries commercially can learn more about the crop during an upcoming workshop.

Alliance hosts plant propagation workshop

Mississippi farmers and gardeners who want to learn about plant propagation and seed starting are invited to attend the next Alliance of Sustainable Farms field day.

Climate science leader expands Extension role

Renee Collini began her role with the Mississippi State University Extension Service as a climate science educator Jan. 1.