The growing notebook
A little knowledge. A lot of possibility.
Practical guides for gardening in our heat, humidity, and generous rainfall. Get to know your site, then choose what belongs there.
Start with your siteWhat grows here
A beautiful South Louisiana garden starts with the conditions you actually have.
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A stronger startPlanting for Louisiana heat
Heat tolerance starts with the right plant, then depends on how you help it establish.
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Room to breathePrivacy that belongs in your landscape
Choose a screen for its mature form, not simply its growth rate.
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A garden with lifeMake room for pollinators
A useful pollinator garden offers flowers, shelter, and a thoughtful approach to maintenance.
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Native plantsRooted in Louisiana
Native plants connect a garden to the larger landscape. They still need the right growing conditions.
Read the guideThink in decadesThe right tree. The right place.
Planting a tree is a decision for the landscape you want to grow into.
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