Trisha Gedon

Gardeners, don’t be fooled by magic beans

March 30, 2023 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER, Okla. – While Jack may have gotten lucky with the magic beanstalk beans he received when he traded his cow, gardeners may not be so lucky when purchasing seeds for their gardens. Casey Hentges, host of Oklahoma State University Agriculture’s television program “Oklahoma Gardening,” has a word of caution for gardeners purchasing seeds this…

Grow bags are a lightweight, mobile option for gardeners

February 9, 2023 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER, Okla. – Traditional in-ground beds, raised beds and ceramic/plastic pot gardens are mainstay gardening methods, but grow bags add another dimension to this popular pastime. “One of the biggest advantages is the convenience. Grow bags are great for both seasoned and novice gardeners,” said Casey Hentges, Oklahoma State University Extension associate specialist and host…

Stay busy this winter planning your spring garden

January 19, 2023 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER, Okla. – Although it’s too early in the season for gardeners to plant any seeds in the ground, the winter months are the perfect time of year for spring and summer garden planning. Taking care of a few tasks before the glory days of gardening begin will help ensure gardeners have ample time to…

How to handle the Christmas trash

December 23, 2021 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – ‘Tis the season to celebrate the holidays, exchange gifts, attend parties and enjoy extended family around the table. It’s also the season to generate more waste: Between Thanksgiving and mid-January, most households generate about 25% more waste than any other season. All the pretty wrapping paper and colorful bows make a nice backdrop…

OSU online help for pecan growers

February 11, 2021 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – Oklahoma pecan growers have taken advantage of technology to continue learning about growing pecans and orchard management through a series of online classes. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many changes in the way people learn. Oklahoma State University Extension stepped up to the plate to provide valuable, research-based information to state residents, said…

Care for trees in the summer heat

July 30, 2020 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – On a hot summer day, spending the afternoon bathed in the shade of a tree is a great escape from the heat. While homeowners do their best to make the landscape an inviting space, some of the needed equipment to do so could put those trees in jeopardy. David Hillock, Oklahoma State University…

State biologist studying gamebirds

May 28, 2020 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – Wildlife biologists in Oklahoma have some new insights into the annual reproduction of gamebirds, thanks to a smartphone app that was developed last year. Oklahoma State University wildlife specialists, along with experts from the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, created the Gamebird Brood Observation app to help gain a better understanding of gamebird…

False unemployment claims skyrocket

May 14, 2020 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – Oklahoma has seen an unprecedented increase in the number of unemployment claims, officials said. Unfortunately, some of those 51,124 claims have proven to be fraudulent. The Oklahoma Employment Securities Commission has reported at least 3,800 fraudulent claims have been filed since mid-March this year, said Cindy Clampet, Oklahoma State University Extension assistant resource…

False unemployment claims skyrocket

May 14, 2020 Trisha Gedon

Oklahoma Gardening back on air

February 20, 2020 Trisha Gedon

STILLWATER – Super Bowl LIV is now history and there is Easter candy on the shelves at the store. This can mean just one thing – it is time for a brand new season of the longest-running gardening show on television. Oklahoma Gardening will hit the airwaves Feb. 15 and promises to be chocked full…