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UConn Home amp Garden Education Center
Knowledge to Grow On wwwladybuguconnedu
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December is for Drumming Woodpeckers Dyed Orchids and Deciduous Hollies Hello Fellow Gardeners You are receiving this email because you have provided us with your email address either when
subscribing to our quarterly newsletter having your soil analyzed or testing the horticultural prowess and investigative
abilities of our incredibly well-versed staff at the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center Or we just might have thought
you would enjoy this e-newsletter If you do not wish to receive our monthly email updates on gardening tips pest problems
events and other information please email us at ladybuguconnedu and ask to be removed from this list
Pest PatrolCurrent ConcernsTopics of Interest
Downy Woodpecker by Pamm Cooper Blue Orchid by dmp Poinsettias at UConn Greenhouse by dmp
Whorsquos Knocking on My House There have been several complaints by homeowners that various species of woodpeckers have been
making a racket by vigorously and repeatedly pecking on their dwellings or outbuildings Often times it
is the downy woodpecker Whether just doing it for amusement to establish territory find food or as
part of a mating ritual there is not a lot one can do to discourage this activity This behavior is
commonly seen with immature males this time of year Inspect the area for insect holes The birds might
be doing you a favor by alerting you to an infestation If the bird persists perhaps flashing Mylar tape
or other shiny objects could be placed in the area where the bird is pecking A helium balloon strung up
in this area may also work Typically this behavior is not long-lived and in a couple of weeks the
woodpecker should move on
Blue Orchids There are few naturally blue flowers Perhaps the most alluring are lsquoHeavenly Bluersquo and lsquoBlue Starrsquo
morning glories Oxypetalum coeruleum and amsonia species The blue orchids being sold right now do
not really belong in this category as they are dyed and not naturally blue Many people find blue orchids
appealing and our mantra for the most part is lsquoif it makes you happy support the plant industry and buy
itrsquo Do be forewarned that most likely the next time your orchid blooms the flowers will be white
Holiday Plants Holiday Safety Among the many gifts given during the holiday season (sometimes to ourselves) are some lovely
seasonal and even unusual plants They decorate our homes with cheerful colors and attractive blooms
and add just that touch of finesse to dining tables mantle decorations or other seasonal displays Most
houseplants are perfectly safe around pets and children but there are some you might consider staying
away from Do note poinsettias are not poisonous contrary to the false information that has been spread
for years To check on the status of your plants take a look at
httpwwwladybuguconneduFactSheetshouseplants--safe-or-poisonousphp
Gypsy Moths Many are still lamenting the sporadic but often intense damage done to our beloved deciduous trees this
past year by gypsy moths Now that the leaves have fallen the light brown egg masses are readily
apparent and calls continue to come into the Center regarding what to do about them Two options are to
scrape them off into soapy water or to spray them with a soybean oil based pest spray One
recommended by the University of Wisconsin Extension in conjunction with the Wisconsin Department
of Natural Resources is called Golden Spray Pest Oil The active ingredient is soybean oil but it is
combined with a dispersant that keeps oil in a form that will penetrate egg masses Find out more at httpslearningstoreuwexeduAssetspdfsFR-171Apdf
NRCS to Expand Targeted Conservation Effort for Wildlife on Agricultural Lands
Northeast Turtle Project
httpswwwnrcsusdagovwpsportalnrcsdetailnationalplantsanimalsfishwildlifecid=nrcseprd1302230
Our Plant Sample Submission App Now Available for Android Devices
The Plant Sample Submission App developed in cooperation with Purdue and other universities is
supported by the UConn Plant Diagnostic Lab The download is free and is available for iPhones iPads
(at app store) and now Android devices at
httpsplaygooglecomstoreappsdetailsid=comin3samplesubmission If UConn is the selected lab in the app
submissions including information amp images go directly to the UConn diagnosticianrsquos email You will
receive a response within 1-2 business days
Topics that the Center is getting calls or emails on include soil testing woodpeckers root rot on holiday
cactus planting amaryllis bulbs lady beetles staining ceilings keeping bears away from bird feeders and
de-icing salt alternatives If you have specific questions gardening queries or pest problems check out
our website wwwladybuguconnedu or call the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (877) 486-
6271 (toll-free in CT) Your County Cooperative Extension Centers are also listed on the website
Ten Tips for the December Gardener 1 Continue to harvest Brussels sprouts even if they are buried in a snow drift
2 Avoid using salt or fertilizer to melt snow on driveways or walks Use a non-salt ice melt
product sand or kitty litter which will not harm plant roots or pets
3 Give windowsill houseplants a quarter turn each week to let all branches have equal exposure to
the weak winter sun
4 Holiday poinsettias should be kept away from heat sources and cold drafts Keep the soil of
poinsettias consistently moist but not soggy
5 Consider gardening gifts for the holidays Books gloves hand tools weather instruments and
fancy pots are some fun ideas for fellow gardeners
6 Store opened bags of fertilizer in a sealed plastic bag or waterproof container to avoid caking
from moisture
7 Clean the foliage of large-leaved houseplants such as dracaena philodendron and ficus while
checking for insect pests
8 Clean and sharpen the blades of lawn and garden tools including the lawn mower
9 Amaryllis bulbs may be started now If the bulbs are already potted from last year the top two
inches of soil should be replaced with a good potting soil
10 Recycle live Christmas trees by using the cut branches as insulation over perennials chipping the
branches in the spring to use as mulch or simply set it outside near a birdfeeder to provide
shelter from the winds
Events ProgramsSave the Dates
February 23 ndash 26 2017 ndash CT Flower and Garden Show Woodland Enchantment Bring your garden
questions to be answered by UConn Home amp Garden Education Center horticulturists and Master
Gardener volunteers Bring frac12 cup of soil for a free pH test by UConn Soil Testing Lab staff Collect
your samples now
February 16 amp 23 2017 ndash Fruit Workshop I Pests amp Diseases of Small Fruits February 16th at
Litchfield County Extension Center Torrington and February 23rd at Middlesex County Extension
Center Haddam Review of common and important problems of grape strawberry blueberry
brambles currants amp gooseberries Target audience is farmers all are welcome More info
httpplantlabuconneduworkshops or contact Joan Allen joanallenuconnedu or 860-486-6740
Mary Concklin maryconcklinuconnedu or 860-486-6449
Correction The email that you can contact to purchase a milk bottle is ucdairyclubgmailcom
UConn Blooms ndash Celebrate National Poinsettia Day ndash December 12th
In 2002 the US House of Representatives created National Poinsettia Day in honor of poinsettia
pioneer Paul Ecke who was able to create a plant that could survive in our indoor environments and
provide us with gorgeous color throughout our holiday season The date commemorates the death of Dr
Joel Poinsett the US ambassador to Mexico who is credited with bringing this lovely and festive plant
to our country
UConn Blooms has beautiful poinsettias grown right here on campus at our floriculture greenhouses
Red white pink or marbled these poinsettias come in three sizes A 425 inch pot sells for $495 a 65
inch pot is $1295 and an 8 inch pot costs $2250 What better symbol of the holidays exists than these
beautiful lush poinsettia plants available in a range of colors Decorate your office or home with vibrant
poinsettias which last for months providing you with color and holiday memories
Holiday parties and events are right around the corner so include UConn Blooms in all your decorating
needs Centerpieces boxwood trees mistletoe and fern plants can be ordered up until December 21st for
your table Check out our website for ideas
Our greenhouse also has a nice selection of indoor tropical plants We specialize in cactus and
succulents - easy to care for and tolerant of neglect Our rosemary and scented geranium plants give off
the herbal fragrance of summer even in the dead of winter The UConn Blooms cooler is stocked with
roses sunflowers snapdragons and daisies to brighten any vase We deliver on campus from 1100 am
to 400 pm
UConn Blooms is located in the Floriculture Building at 1395 Storrs Rd (Rt 195) across from the
yellow barn Parking is available alongside our greenhouse in the driveway close to the Towers Staff
and Faculty lot We are open Monday through Friday from 1030 to 500 Check us out at our website
wwwuconnbloomsuconnedu
Poinsettias are perfect this time of year
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A handful of nuts a day cuts the risk of a wide range of diseases
Mostly meat high protein diet linked to heart failure in older women
New research suggest fiber will help you age a little more gracefully
Where Should We Grow Our Food
Making sure the foods we donate are nutrient-dense non-perishable super
foods is key (From T-day but still applicable)
CLIMATE CORNER
How each one of us contribute to Arctic sea ice melt
2016 is set to break even the temperature records of 2015
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
in this area may also work Typically this behavior is not long-lived and in a couple of weeks the
woodpecker should move on
Blue Orchids There are few naturally blue flowers Perhaps the most alluring are lsquoHeavenly Bluersquo and lsquoBlue Starrsquo
morning glories Oxypetalum coeruleum and amsonia species The blue orchids being sold right now do
not really belong in this category as they are dyed and not naturally blue Many people find blue orchids
appealing and our mantra for the most part is lsquoif it makes you happy support the plant industry and buy
itrsquo Do be forewarned that most likely the next time your orchid blooms the flowers will be white
Holiday Plants Holiday Safety Among the many gifts given during the holiday season (sometimes to ourselves) are some lovely
seasonal and even unusual plants They decorate our homes with cheerful colors and attractive blooms
and add just that touch of finesse to dining tables mantle decorations or other seasonal displays Most
houseplants are perfectly safe around pets and children but there are some you might consider staying
away from Do note poinsettias are not poisonous contrary to the false information that has been spread
for years To check on the status of your plants take a look at
httpwwwladybuguconneduFactSheetshouseplants--safe-or-poisonousphp
Gypsy Moths Many are still lamenting the sporadic but often intense damage done to our beloved deciduous trees this
past year by gypsy moths Now that the leaves have fallen the light brown egg masses are readily
apparent and calls continue to come into the Center regarding what to do about them Two options are to
scrape them off into soapy water or to spray them with a soybean oil based pest spray One
recommended by the University of Wisconsin Extension in conjunction with the Wisconsin Department
of Natural Resources is called Golden Spray Pest Oil The active ingredient is soybean oil but it is
combined with a dispersant that keeps oil in a form that will penetrate egg masses Find out more at httpslearningstoreuwexeduAssetspdfsFR-171Apdf
NRCS to Expand Targeted Conservation Effort for Wildlife on Agricultural Lands
Northeast Turtle Project
httpswwwnrcsusdagovwpsportalnrcsdetailnationalplantsanimalsfishwildlifecid=nrcseprd1302230
Our Plant Sample Submission App Now Available for Android Devices
The Plant Sample Submission App developed in cooperation with Purdue and other universities is
supported by the UConn Plant Diagnostic Lab The download is free and is available for iPhones iPads
(at app store) and now Android devices at
httpsplaygooglecomstoreappsdetailsid=comin3samplesubmission If UConn is the selected lab in the app
submissions including information amp images go directly to the UConn diagnosticianrsquos email You will
receive a response within 1-2 business days
Topics that the Center is getting calls or emails on include soil testing woodpeckers root rot on holiday
cactus planting amaryllis bulbs lady beetles staining ceilings keeping bears away from bird feeders and
de-icing salt alternatives If you have specific questions gardening queries or pest problems check out
our website wwwladybuguconnedu or call the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (877) 486-
6271 (toll-free in CT) Your County Cooperative Extension Centers are also listed on the website
Ten Tips for the December Gardener 1 Continue to harvest Brussels sprouts even if they are buried in a snow drift
2 Avoid using salt or fertilizer to melt snow on driveways or walks Use a non-salt ice melt
product sand or kitty litter which will not harm plant roots or pets
3 Give windowsill houseplants a quarter turn each week to let all branches have equal exposure to
the weak winter sun
4 Holiday poinsettias should be kept away from heat sources and cold drafts Keep the soil of
poinsettias consistently moist but not soggy
5 Consider gardening gifts for the holidays Books gloves hand tools weather instruments and
fancy pots are some fun ideas for fellow gardeners
6 Store opened bags of fertilizer in a sealed plastic bag or waterproof container to avoid caking
from moisture
7 Clean the foliage of large-leaved houseplants such as dracaena philodendron and ficus while
checking for insect pests
8 Clean and sharpen the blades of lawn and garden tools including the lawn mower
9 Amaryllis bulbs may be started now If the bulbs are already potted from last year the top two
inches of soil should be replaced with a good potting soil
10 Recycle live Christmas trees by using the cut branches as insulation over perennials chipping the
branches in the spring to use as mulch or simply set it outside near a birdfeeder to provide
shelter from the winds
Events ProgramsSave the Dates
February 23 ndash 26 2017 ndash CT Flower and Garden Show Woodland Enchantment Bring your garden
questions to be answered by UConn Home amp Garden Education Center horticulturists and Master
Gardener volunteers Bring frac12 cup of soil for a free pH test by UConn Soil Testing Lab staff Collect
your samples now
February 16 amp 23 2017 ndash Fruit Workshop I Pests amp Diseases of Small Fruits February 16th at
Litchfield County Extension Center Torrington and February 23rd at Middlesex County Extension
Center Haddam Review of common and important problems of grape strawberry blueberry
brambles currants amp gooseberries Target audience is farmers all are welcome More info
httpplantlabuconneduworkshops or contact Joan Allen joanallenuconnedu or 860-486-6740
Mary Concklin maryconcklinuconnedu or 860-486-6449
Correction The email that you can contact to purchase a milk bottle is ucdairyclubgmailcom
UConn Blooms ndash Celebrate National Poinsettia Day ndash December 12th
In 2002 the US House of Representatives created National Poinsettia Day in honor of poinsettia
pioneer Paul Ecke who was able to create a plant that could survive in our indoor environments and
provide us with gorgeous color throughout our holiday season The date commemorates the death of Dr
Joel Poinsett the US ambassador to Mexico who is credited with bringing this lovely and festive plant
to our country
UConn Blooms has beautiful poinsettias grown right here on campus at our floriculture greenhouses
Red white pink or marbled these poinsettias come in three sizes A 425 inch pot sells for $495 a 65
inch pot is $1295 and an 8 inch pot costs $2250 What better symbol of the holidays exists than these
beautiful lush poinsettia plants available in a range of colors Decorate your office or home with vibrant
poinsettias which last for months providing you with color and holiday memories
Holiday parties and events are right around the corner so include UConn Blooms in all your decorating
needs Centerpieces boxwood trees mistletoe and fern plants can be ordered up until December 21st for
your table Check out our website for ideas
Our greenhouse also has a nice selection of indoor tropical plants We specialize in cactus and
succulents - easy to care for and tolerant of neglect Our rosemary and scented geranium plants give off
the herbal fragrance of summer even in the dead of winter The UConn Blooms cooler is stocked with
roses sunflowers snapdragons and daisies to brighten any vase We deliver on campus from 1100 am
to 400 pm
UConn Blooms is located in the Floriculture Building at 1395 Storrs Rd (Rt 195) across from the
yellow barn Parking is available alongside our greenhouse in the driveway close to the Towers Staff
and Faculty lot We are open Monday through Friday from 1030 to 500 Check us out at our website
wwwuconnbloomsuconnedu
Poinsettias are perfect this time of year
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A handful of nuts a day cuts the risk of a wide range of diseases
Mostly meat high protein diet linked to heart failure in older women
New research suggest fiber will help you age a little more gracefully
Where Should We Grow Our Food
Making sure the foods we donate are nutrient-dense non-perishable super
foods is key (From T-day but still applicable)
CLIMATE CORNER
How each one of us contribute to Arctic sea ice melt
2016 is set to break even the temperature records of 2015
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
Our Plant Sample Submission App Now Available for Android Devices
The Plant Sample Submission App developed in cooperation with Purdue and other universities is
supported by the UConn Plant Diagnostic Lab The download is free and is available for iPhones iPads
(at app store) and now Android devices at
httpsplaygooglecomstoreappsdetailsid=comin3samplesubmission If UConn is the selected lab in the app
submissions including information amp images go directly to the UConn diagnosticianrsquos email You will
receive a response within 1-2 business days
Topics that the Center is getting calls or emails on include soil testing woodpeckers root rot on holiday
cactus planting amaryllis bulbs lady beetles staining ceilings keeping bears away from bird feeders and
de-icing salt alternatives If you have specific questions gardening queries or pest problems check out
our website wwwladybuguconnedu or call the UConn Home amp Garden Education Center (877) 486-
6271 (toll-free in CT) Your County Cooperative Extension Centers are also listed on the website
Ten Tips for the December Gardener 1 Continue to harvest Brussels sprouts even if they are buried in a snow drift
2 Avoid using salt or fertilizer to melt snow on driveways or walks Use a non-salt ice melt
product sand or kitty litter which will not harm plant roots or pets
3 Give windowsill houseplants a quarter turn each week to let all branches have equal exposure to
the weak winter sun
4 Holiday poinsettias should be kept away from heat sources and cold drafts Keep the soil of
poinsettias consistently moist but not soggy
5 Consider gardening gifts for the holidays Books gloves hand tools weather instruments and
fancy pots are some fun ideas for fellow gardeners
6 Store opened bags of fertilizer in a sealed plastic bag or waterproof container to avoid caking
from moisture
7 Clean the foliage of large-leaved houseplants such as dracaena philodendron and ficus while
checking for insect pests
8 Clean and sharpen the blades of lawn and garden tools including the lawn mower
9 Amaryllis bulbs may be started now If the bulbs are already potted from last year the top two
inches of soil should be replaced with a good potting soil
10 Recycle live Christmas trees by using the cut branches as insulation over perennials chipping the
branches in the spring to use as mulch or simply set it outside near a birdfeeder to provide
shelter from the winds
Events ProgramsSave the Dates
February 23 ndash 26 2017 ndash CT Flower and Garden Show Woodland Enchantment Bring your garden
questions to be answered by UConn Home amp Garden Education Center horticulturists and Master
Gardener volunteers Bring frac12 cup of soil for a free pH test by UConn Soil Testing Lab staff Collect
your samples now
February 16 amp 23 2017 ndash Fruit Workshop I Pests amp Diseases of Small Fruits February 16th at
Litchfield County Extension Center Torrington and February 23rd at Middlesex County Extension
Center Haddam Review of common and important problems of grape strawberry blueberry
brambles currants amp gooseberries Target audience is farmers all are welcome More info
httpplantlabuconneduworkshops or contact Joan Allen joanallenuconnedu or 860-486-6740
Mary Concklin maryconcklinuconnedu or 860-486-6449
Correction The email that you can contact to purchase a milk bottle is ucdairyclubgmailcom
UConn Blooms ndash Celebrate National Poinsettia Day ndash December 12th
In 2002 the US House of Representatives created National Poinsettia Day in honor of poinsettia
pioneer Paul Ecke who was able to create a plant that could survive in our indoor environments and
provide us with gorgeous color throughout our holiday season The date commemorates the death of Dr
Joel Poinsett the US ambassador to Mexico who is credited with bringing this lovely and festive plant
to our country
UConn Blooms has beautiful poinsettias grown right here on campus at our floriculture greenhouses
Red white pink or marbled these poinsettias come in three sizes A 425 inch pot sells for $495 a 65
inch pot is $1295 and an 8 inch pot costs $2250 What better symbol of the holidays exists than these
beautiful lush poinsettia plants available in a range of colors Decorate your office or home with vibrant
poinsettias which last for months providing you with color and holiday memories
Holiday parties and events are right around the corner so include UConn Blooms in all your decorating
needs Centerpieces boxwood trees mistletoe and fern plants can be ordered up until December 21st for
your table Check out our website for ideas
Our greenhouse also has a nice selection of indoor tropical plants We specialize in cactus and
succulents - easy to care for and tolerant of neglect Our rosemary and scented geranium plants give off
the herbal fragrance of summer even in the dead of winter The UConn Blooms cooler is stocked with
roses sunflowers snapdragons and daisies to brighten any vase We deliver on campus from 1100 am
to 400 pm
UConn Blooms is located in the Floriculture Building at 1395 Storrs Rd (Rt 195) across from the
yellow barn Parking is available alongside our greenhouse in the driveway close to the Towers Staff
and Faculty lot We are open Monday through Friday from 1030 to 500 Check us out at our website
wwwuconnbloomsuconnedu
Poinsettias are perfect this time of year
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A handful of nuts a day cuts the risk of a wide range of diseases
Mostly meat high protein diet linked to heart failure in older women
New research suggest fiber will help you age a little more gracefully
Where Should We Grow Our Food
Making sure the foods we donate are nutrient-dense non-perishable super
foods is key (From T-day but still applicable)
CLIMATE CORNER
How each one of us contribute to Arctic sea ice melt
2016 is set to break even the temperature records of 2015
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
Events ProgramsSave the Dates
February 23 ndash 26 2017 ndash CT Flower and Garden Show Woodland Enchantment Bring your garden
questions to be answered by UConn Home amp Garden Education Center horticulturists and Master
Gardener volunteers Bring frac12 cup of soil for a free pH test by UConn Soil Testing Lab staff Collect
your samples now
February 16 amp 23 2017 ndash Fruit Workshop I Pests amp Diseases of Small Fruits February 16th at
Litchfield County Extension Center Torrington and February 23rd at Middlesex County Extension
Center Haddam Review of common and important problems of grape strawberry blueberry
brambles currants amp gooseberries Target audience is farmers all are welcome More info
httpplantlabuconneduworkshops or contact Joan Allen joanallenuconnedu or 860-486-6740
Mary Concklin maryconcklinuconnedu or 860-486-6449
Correction The email that you can contact to purchase a milk bottle is ucdairyclubgmailcom
UConn Blooms ndash Celebrate National Poinsettia Day ndash December 12th
In 2002 the US House of Representatives created National Poinsettia Day in honor of poinsettia
pioneer Paul Ecke who was able to create a plant that could survive in our indoor environments and
provide us with gorgeous color throughout our holiday season The date commemorates the death of Dr
Joel Poinsett the US ambassador to Mexico who is credited with bringing this lovely and festive plant
to our country
UConn Blooms has beautiful poinsettias grown right here on campus at our floriculture greenhouses
Red white pink or marbled these poinsettias come in three sizes A 425 inch pot sells for $495 a 65
inch pot is $1295 and an 8 inch pot costs $2250 What better symbol of the holidays exists than these
beautiful lush poinsettia plants available in a range of colors Decorate your office or home with vibrant
poinsettias which last for months providing you with color and holiday memories
Holiday parties and events are right around the corner so include UConn Blooms in all your decorating
needs Centerpieces boxwood trees mistletoe and fern plants can be ordered up until December 21st for
your table Check out our website for ideas
Our greenhouse also has a nice selection of indoor tropical plants We specialize in cactus and
succulents - easy to care for and tolerant of neglect Our rosemary and scented geranium plants give off
the herbal fragrance of summer even in the dead of winter The UConn Blooms cooler is stocked with
roses sunflowers snapdragons and daisies to brighten any vase We deliver on campus from 1100 am
to 400 pm
UConn Blooms is located in the Floriculture Building at 1395 Storrs Rd (Rt 195) across from the
yellow barn Parking is available alongside our greenhouse in the driveway close to the Towers Staff
and Faculty lot We are open Monday through Friday from 1030 to 500 Check us out at our website
wwwuconnbloomsuconnedu
Poinsettias are perfect this time of year
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A handful of nuts a day cuts the risk of a wide range of diseases
Mostly meat high protein diet linked to heart failure in older women
New research suggest fiber will help you age a little more gracefully
Where Should We Grow Our Food
Making sure the foods we donate are nutrient-dense non-perishable super
foods is key (From T-day but still applicable)
CLIMATE CORNER
How each one of us contribute to Arctic sea ice melt
2016 is set to break even the temperature records of 2015
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
Correction The email that you can contact to purchase a milk bottle is ucdairyclubgmailcom
UConn Blooms ndash Celebrate National Poinsettia Day ndash December 12th
In 2002 the US House of Representatives created National Poinsettia Day in honor of poinsettia
pioneer Paul Ecke who was able to create a plant that could survive in our indoor environments and
provide us with gorgeous color throughout our holiday season The date commemorates the death of Dr
Joel Poinsett the US ambassador to Mexico who is credited with bringing this lovely and festive plant
to our country
UConn Blooms has beautiful poinsettias grown right here on campus at our floriculture greenhouses
Red white pink or marbled these poinsettias come in three sizes A 425 inch pot sells for $495 a 65
inch pot is $1295 and an 8 inch pot costs $2250 What better symbol of the holidays exists than these
beautiful lush poinsettia plants available in a range of colors Decorate your office or home with vibrant
poinsettias which last for months providing you with color and holiday memories
Holiday parties and events are right around the corner so include UConn Blooms in all your decorating
needs Centerpieces boxwood trees mistletoe and fern plants can be ordered up until December 21st for
your table Check out our website for ideas
Our greenhouse also has a nice selection of indoor tropical plants We specialize in cactus and
succulents - easy to care for and tolerant of neglect Our rosemary and scented geranium plants give off
the herbal fragrance of summer even in the dead of winter The UConn Blooms cooler is stocked with
roses sunflowers snapdragons and daisies to brighten any vase We deliver on campus from 1100 am
to 400 pm
UConn Blooms is located in the Floriculture Building at 1395 Storrs Rd (Rt 195) across from the
yellow barn Parking is available alongside our greenhouse in the driveway close to the Towers Staff
and Faculty lot We are open Monday through Friday from 1030 to 500 Check us out at our website
wwwuconnbloomsuconnedu
Poinsettias are perfect this time of year
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A handful of nuts a day cuts the risk of a wide range of diseases
Mostly meat high protein diet linked to heart failure in older women
New research suggest fiber will help you age a little more gracefully
Where Should We Grow Our Food
Making sure the foods we donate are nutrient-dense non-perishable super
foods is key (From T-day but still applicable)
CLIMATE CORNER
How each one of us contribute to Arctic sea ice melt
2016 is set to break even the temperature records of 2015
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
UConn Blooms is located in the Floriculture Building at 1395 Storrs Rd (Rt 195) across from the
yellow barn Parking is available alongside our greenhouse in the driveway close to the Towers Staff
and Faculty lot We are open Monday through Friday from 1030 to 500 Check us out at our website
wwwuconnbloomsuconnedu
Poinsettias are perfect this time of year
KNOWLEDGE TO GROW ON
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A handful of nuts a day cuts the risk of a wide range of diseases
Mostly meat high protein diet linked to heart failure in older women
New research suggest fiber will help you age a little more gracefully
Where Should We Grow Our Food
Making sure the foods we donate are nutrient-dense non-perishable super
foods is key (From T-day but still applicable)
CLIMATE CORNER
How each one of us contribute to Arctic sea ice melt
2016 is set to break even the temperature records of 2015
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
WHO KNEW
Roads urban features influence their choice of gardens electronic tracking
of song birds shows
Microbes in your gut influence age-related macular degeneration
Potential support for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
Opinion The Last Straw for Wasteful Convenience Products
UConn PLANT DIAGNOSTIC LAB WEBSITE wwwplantlabuconnedu UConn SOIL NUTRIENT ANALYSIS LAB WEBSITE wwwsoiltestuconnedu
UConn EXTENSION WEBSITE wwwextensionuconnedu
UConn FOOD SAFETY WEBSITE wwwfoodsafetyuconnedu
UConn SUSTAINABLE LIVING WEBSITE wwwsustainablelivinguconnedu
CT 10 Campaign Take the pledge
Pledge to spend 10 of your food dollars locally at httpwwwbuyctgrowncomct-10-percent Locally
grown food sustains CTrsquos farming community but more importantly locally grown and raised food will
also increase food security in our Northeast region and support local economies
Pledge to go 10 Local
The Live Local App invites consumers to discover and experience Connecticutrsquos local food and
agriculture Take the pledge to spend ten percent of your food and gardening dollars on locally grown
products With the Live Local App you can
Find out the seasonrsquos top ten
Get the lowdown on food and farm events
Share pictures of in season goodies
Take the 10 pledge
Instantly log your spending
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
Berry Poppins Winterberry (Ilex verticillata)
Winterberry is an awesome plant for winter landscapes but many homeowners dont have room
for a traditional variety An excellent heavy fruiting dwarf variety Berry Poppins is ideal for
gardeners who want bright winter color and fruit for cutting but dont have room for a typical I
verticillata It is heavier fruiting than Red Sprite Use Mr Poppins as a pollinator
Photo and text from wwwprovenwinnerscom
We Need Your Support If you do enjoy our efforts to keep you informed about horticultural and College-related items
please consider showing your support by liking us on Facebook httpswwwfacebookcompagesUConn-Home-Garden-Center136211899745967 checking out our
weekly blog wwwuconnladybugwordpresscom or subscribing to our printed 20-page quarterly
newsletter for $12year or sign up for free email version Find the subscription form at
httpwwwladybuguconnedusubscribe-to-hg-newsphp
December 2016 DMP
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