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Gardening News

The Grow Gardening Columns offer insights into the latest research and topics curated by David Hillock, Senior Extension Specialist. The columns below provide valuable resources and timely information for gardeners and producers alike.

2023 - Present Grow Gardening Columns

It is Time to Sharpen the Shears for Seasonal Evergreen Pruning

March 23, 2025

With warmer weather and longer daylight hours, now is a great time for gardeners to prune shrubs and bushes in preparation for the growing season.

Oklahoma will celebrate Arbor Week March 24-29

March 16, 2025

Arbor Week is a celebration which honors the importance of trees and encourages planting during optimal conditions.

It’s Time to Plant Bare-Root Trees and Shrubs

March 9, 2025

Planting bare-root trees and shrubs can add value to your home landscape.

Act Fast as it is Onion-Planting Time

February 25, 2025

With Oklahoma's fluctuating weather, now is the perfect time to plant onion sets or transplants, typically done 2–4 weeks before the last expected frost.

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2020-2022 Grow Gardening Columns

View the past columns by year.

2020

View the timely gardening topics for each season from 2020.

2021

View the 2021 gardening topics to help during planting season and for garden maintenance.

2022

Find more information about gardens and plants from the 2022 gardening columns.

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