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How to attract hummingbirds to the landscape

Mon, Jun 06, 2022

Bright colored flowers along with full feeders are just a couple of ways to attract hummingbirds to the landscape.

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Grafting A Better Tomato

Fri, May 27, 2022

OSU graduate students grow grafted tomatoes in aquaponic systems.

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OSU announces two new turfgrass varieties

Thu, May 19, 2022

Oklahoma State University is releasing two new turfgrass varieties, OKC1876 and OKC3920, for commercial use. The two turfgrasses, which take many years to develop, are crosses between common bermudagrass and African bermudagrass.

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How the green grass grows

Thu, May 19, 2022

Oklahoma may be known for its tallgrass prairies immortalized in classic Westerns, but for Oklahoma State University researchers, it’s the short grass that they want remembered. OKC1876 and OKC3920 — the two latest Bermudagrass varieties developed at OSU — are great examples of the extensive testing and experience needed to develop quality turfgrass.

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OSU to host Outdoor Living Space Design workshop

Tue, May 17, 2022

Homeowners looking for creative ideas for designing functional, outside spaces should make plans to attend the Outdoor Living Space Design workshop in June in Stillwater.

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OSU Extension websites provide valuable toolkits for all things gardening

Thu, Apr 28, 2022

New gardening information from Oklahoma State University Extension is easily accessible online.

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OSU alumnus receives top honor for storied career in landscape architecture

Wed, Apr 27, 2022

Barrett Kays has impacted the lives of millions of people across the United States and amassed a long list of awards for his career in landscape architecture. His most recent accolade is one of the most prestigious in the industry — the LaGasse Medal.

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Get a leg up on gardening with Oklahoma Proven selections

Fri, Apr 22, 2022

Oklahoma Proven is a plant selection program that helps gardeners choose plants that grow well in Oklahoma’s challenging growing conditions.

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OSU Herb and Succulent Festival slated for April 30

Wed, Apr 20, 2022

The annual Herb and Succulent Festival will take place April 30 at The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University.

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OSU Ferguson College of Agriculture recognizes 20 Seniors of Distinction

Fri, Mar 25, 2022

The Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture has recognized 20 Seniors of Distinction for their dedication to academics, leadership, research and service.

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Ferguson College of Agriculture announces continuing student scholarships and awards at annual banquet

Fri, Mar 25, 2022

The Oklahoma State Ferguson College of Agriculture presented scholarships to more than 150 continuing students at the annual Ferguson College of Agriculture Scholarship Awards Banquet on March 24.

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Presentation to offer fundamentals of rain barrels

Thu, Mar 24, 2022

Upcoming workshop offers the public an opportunity to learn about rain barrels in the landscape.

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