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Citrus and Freezing Temperatures
The cold weather we typically receive now through January can cause problems for home and commercial citrus in our area. It is important to know the critical temperatures and the factors affecting them.

Sources for Chippers/Shredders/Grinders
Here is a list of manufacturers of chippers, shredders and grinders. It does not constitute a recommendation of any of the companies or products.

Trenching and Ditching
hiller-furrower attachment for tiller

Depending on the type of ditch or trench you need and the size of the job, you have many choices of available tools. All of the do-it-yourself methods involve hard work, but some are not as hard as others.

Coleus Landscape Trials for 2008 - The Top Performers
red hot rio

Forty three coleus varieties were trialed in landscape evaluation plots at the Hammond Research Station in 2008. Top performers were Red Hot Rio, Big Red Judy, Zen Moment, Lancelot, Ruby Ruffles, Mariposa, Henna, Indian Summer (not pictured), Royal Glissade, Pineapple Splash and Fishnet Stockings. Here is a photo gallery. Results are based on plant vigor, foliage attractiveness, and resistance to flowering. Plants were grown in full sun.

Garden Seeders
garden seeder
If you grow a vegetable garden, you probably get tired of bending over placing seeds in a furrow. Perhaps you are also tired of making the planting furrow and then covering it over and tamping. If so, you might be interested in one of the garden seeders on the market.
Safety With Electric Tools
GFCI outlet
Electric tools eliminate the fire hazards associated with gasoline, but introduce the hazard of electric shock or electrocution. There are some steps you can take to improve the safety of electric tools.
Plans to Build Your Own Hydraulic Lift Boom
Hydraulic lift boom
Plans are provided to allow you to build a hydraulic lift boom to mount on a category II or category III-N 3-point hitch.
Sources for Nonpowered Backpack and Hand-pump Sprayers
This article contains links to sources for nonpowered backpack and hand-pump sprayers. It does not constitute a recommendation of any of the companies or products.
Dirt Scoop for Compact Tractors
Dirt scoop for tractor
A dirt scoop is a handy attachment for small tractors. It will allow you to dig, move, and dump small quantities of soil, gravel, sand, or other materials much easier than you can do with a shovel and wheelbarrow and much less expensively than with a front-end loader on your tractor.
Ants of Louisiana
Little Black Ant
Links to some of the numerous ants of Louisiana discussing identification, biology and treatment.
Air Filters for Small Engines
primary filter
One of the most important things you can do to maintain your small engines is to service the air filters as needed.
What Is Your Spark Plug Trying to Tell You?
Carefull examination of the spark plug(s) can yield insights into other maintenance needs on your engine.
Choosing the Right Grease
piston-grip grease gun
Putting the correct grease in your grease gun and using it religiously can prolong the life of your equipment.
Sources for Utility Vehicles
This list contains links to sources for utility vehicles.
Get It Growing
Lawn and Garden Publications