Horticultural Sciences

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January 23, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife expands controlled environment horticulture initiatives

Horticultural research remains at epicenter of growing field

January 22, 2024

‘Learn to live with ugly’ after freeze damage

Pruning dead plant material can cause more harm through winter

January 9, 2024

Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program highlights market, varietal expansions

Advances, including Texas french fry variety and nutrition qualities, to be discussed at National Potato Expo in Austin

Glasses of red and white wine
January 2, 2024

Wine trends to watch in 2024

Department of Horticultural Sciences head shares outlook for the new year

December 14, 2023

Texas A&M study shows biochar enhances soil health

Biochar represents promising soil amendment across horticulture production

December 12, 2023

AgriLife Extension adds viticulture specialist for Texas High Plains

O’Brien brings science to the art of growing wine grapes, winemaking

two floral design students pushing a cart of flower arrangements in front of Kyle Field
November 3, 2022

The 12th Man of floral design

Video: Thanks and Gig'em to the College of Agriculture and Life Students that create beautiful, dynamic floral designs for key suites in Kyle Field for every home game

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August 30, 2022

Texas A&M Potato Breeding Program targets french fry, chipping, fresh markets

Promising new potato varieties on the horizon

April 25, 2022

The positive effects of gardening on mental health

Experts explain the many psychological benefits of plants and gardening

Two photographers in a field of bluebonnets, one crouching down to take the shot
April 8, 2022

Wildflower photography: A matter of perspective

AgriLife Extension experts say focus on good manners, good sense, good planning

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September 15, 2021

Pecan trees showing good crop potential

Texas Crop and Weather Report – Sept. 14, 2021

A single bluebonnet in focus in a field
March 18, 2021

Hurry up and wait, Texas bluebonnets are coming

Slight delay from Winter Storm Uri, possibly fewer blooms due to little fall rain

July 31, 2015

Little Ruby alternanthera named newest Texas Superstar plant

Selection is smaller, thicker and fuller version of Joseph’s Coat

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May 26, 2015

AgriLife Extension horticulture agent headed overseas

Allison Watkins to participate in World Rose Convention in Lyon, France

April 11, 2002

‘Belinda’s Dream’ becomes the first rose to be named a Texas Superstar

Rose also receives the prestigious EarthKind designation from Texas A&M University