Tag Archives: University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture

Tennessee Champion Trees Inspire Artist Showcase by UT Students

The “Rooted in Creativity: A Champion Tree Artist Showcase” is set for April 24 The showcase will feature artwork from students inspired by Tennessee Champion Trees. Photo courtesy Maleah Giles, National Champion Tree Program KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The National Champion Tree Program at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture will …

Read More »

Okra: A True Southern Beauty

‘Candle Fire’ okra can add beauty and interest to the garden with red stems that can reach to between 4 -6 feet tall with abundant seed pods that are also an enticing red color. Photo by J. Reeves of a specimen in the UT Gardens, Jackson, courtesy UTIA. UT Gardens’ …

Read More »

Bold Isn’t Always Big

Sedum takesimense is on display at the UT Gardens, Jackson. The lovely scalloped foliage helps make this diminutive plant a standout in the landscape. Photo by C. Reese, courtesy UTIA. UT Gardens’ August 2020 Plant of the MonthSubmitted by Carol Reese, UT Extension Western Region horticulturist Green plants are everywhere …

Read More »