2006
THE VICTORIA ADVOCATE
Gardeners' Dirt Articles
edited by
Charla Borchers Leon
January 12, 2006 Several varieties of citrus plants can succeed in South Texas -- Nancy Kramer
January 19, 2006 Pruning and growing grapes -- James E. Denman
January 26, 2006 Give yourself a bouquet--February is time to plant, prune roses -- Jean Wofford
February 09, 2006 Potted plants can thrive indoors-Watering, feeding, grooming and pruning plants -- Helen Boatman
February 16, 2006 Southern gardens are full of area's heritage, culture -- Lawaine Stubblefield
February 23, 2006 Gardening symposium gets spring started -- Debbie Krueger
March 09, 2006 Science and nature-Hybridizing plants means always having new, better varieties -- Paul and Mary Meredith
March 16, 2006 Plan before planting-Avoid buyer's remorse: Don't purchase flowers without homework -- Barbara Wheelis
March 23, 2006 Installing turfgrass takes more than just planning -- Charlie Neumeyer
March 30, 2006 There's an art to mowing your lawn -- Monica Stumfoll (Pilat)
April 13, 2006 Make wise gardening choices for South Texas summer -- Karen Hermes Renger
April 20, 2006 Lots to choose from at spring plant sale-Proceeds go toward Victoria Educational Gardens -- Martha Sawyers
April 27, 2006 Choose nectar-rich, shapely flowers to bring hummingbirds to your garden -- Suzann Herricks
May 11, 2006 Yes, even you can grow a plant business -- Gerrie Van Toledo
May 18, 2006 Protect your gardens, yards from those pesky insects -- Charlie Neumeyer
May 25, 2006 From the vine to the kitchen -- Gerald Bludau
June 08, 2006 Caring for the gardener -- Nancy Kramer
June 15, 2006 Texas' native beauties stand tall at home -- Helen Boatman
June 22, 2006 A little structure shapes up a garden -- Jean Wofford
June 29, 2006 Big Texas winners by Joe Janak VCMGA Coordinator -- Joe Janak
July 13, 2006 Trees Need Water? -- James Denman
July 20, 2006 'Like A Waterfall-Neverending' VCMGA Classes for 2006 Begin August 3 -- Barbara Thedin
July 27, 2006 Sedum--another solution for hot, dry conditions -- Helen Boatman
August 10, 2006 The Art of Plant Propagation -- Diana Maley
August 17, 2006 Foliage Color and Texture Enhance Landscapes -- Maria Sobczak
August 24, 2006 Time To Prepare For Fall Vegetable Gardening -- Roy Cook
August 31, 2006 Get Ready, Set and Go - Build A Garden Pathway -- Alton and Sara Meyer
September 14, 2006 Preparing Your Garden For Natural Disasters -- Charlie Neumeyer
September 21, 2006 Book a Tour at VEG - A Wonderful Outdoor Learning Experience -- Karen Pye
September 28, 2006 All About Planting Wildflowers - Nature's Jewels -- Jean Wofford
October 12, 2006 Take a peek at the Annual Garden Tour -- Charla Borchers Leon
October 19, 2006 Master Gardeners showcase multiple upcoming events -- Mary Janak Kathy Allen
October 26, 2006 Fall colors available at two plant sales this weekend -- Martha Sawyers
November 09, 2006 Now is time for compost and composting
November 16, 2006 Bulbs may need a push to produce
November 23, 2006 Bulbs of all varieties made good holiday gifts-A visit to the garden center
November 30, 2006 Get creative with container gardening
December 14, 2006 Old military base maps used for garden expansion
December 21, 2006 Master gardeners benefit from generosity of local nurseries
December 28, 2006 Master gardeners celebrate 10 years of flowers and fun