
Season 1 Episode 17—Fungus Among Us
Warm temperatures, high humidity, and frequent rainfall create the perfect conditions for plant diseases in Alabama. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East discuss common....

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Hosted by Alabama Cooperative Extension System · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 17 episodes
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Gardening and farming in the South come with their own unique challenges but incredible rewards. When questions arise, the Southern Ground podcast is your trusted source for answers. Tune in as Alabama Extension educators Chip East and Shane Harris from Auburn University dig into timely lawn and garden topics, tackle common problems, and share practical, proven solutions that you can use. This information is not guesswork or internet folklore; it is research-based guidance from two respected horticulturists with more than 50 years of combined experience helping growers succeed.Episodes are also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Alabama Cooperative Extension System hosts Southern Ground, a education show with 17 episodes published.

Warm temperatures, high humidity, and frequent rainfall create the perfect conditions for plant diseases in Alabama. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East discuss common....

On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by Alabama Extension Wildlife Specialist Wes Anderson to tackle one of the most common questions homeowners....

Nothing says summer in Alabama quite like a fresh peach. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by David Lawrence, an Alabama Extension....

Nothing says summer in Alabama quite like a fresh peach. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by David Lawrence, an Alabama Extension....

What causes tomatoes to turn ugly? On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by Alabama Extension plant pathologist Ed Sikora to break down....

What causes tomatoes to turn ugly? On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are joined by Alabama Extension plant pathologist Ed Sikora to break down....

Tomatoes are a summer favorite, but attempting to grow a good crop can be frustrating. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East talk with Paulo Cremonez....

Tomatoes are a summer favorite, but attempting to grow a good crop can be frustrating. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East talk with Paulo Cremonez....

Why do perfectly healthy tomato plants sometimes produce fruit that’s…well, a little U.G.L.Y.? Before you resort to telling your tomatoes that they ain’t got no alibi, let Alabama Extension’s experts....

Turfgrass: so nice we’re talking about it twice! On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East continue their conversation with Extension Specialist Dave Han. Building on....

From shade tolerance to maintenance requirements, there are many things to consider when trying to establish a new lawn or renovate an existing one. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts....

Boiling water, instants grits, and gasoline are all the supposed miracle treatments for fire ants. However, these fake remedies don’t hold a candle to practical, research-based control methods. On this....

Every looked out in your yard and said, “What’s wrong with my tree?” You are not alone. In fact, this is one of the most common questions that Extension agents....

Spring may feel like the time to plant everything, but a better garden starts with better timing. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East are....

Spring has a way of announcing itself—and on this episode of Southern Ground, it comes with a buzz. Hosts Shane Harris and Chip East blend childhood memories with practical advice....

Soil is one of the most asked about topics for many Alabama Extension professionals across the state. On today’s episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane Harris take....

Things are starting to grow on this episode of Southern Ground! For those who just can’t wait to get in the garden, starting seeds indoors is a great option, but....

The middle of winter is the prime time to start choosing the fruits that you may want to grow. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Chip East and Shane....

Pruning is one of the most impactful things to a plant’s future growth and output. On this episode of Southern Ground, hosts Shane Harris and Chip East discuss some pruning....

Welcome to Southern Ground, a place to learn, laugh, and gain an inside look into the many horticultural resources of Alabama Extension. On this premier episode, Chip East and Shane....
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