(Audio 10/25/10) Foxgloves are spectacular spring-blooming plants. The best way to grow foxgloves is to plant them during the fall or winter. The Camelot foxglove is a Louisiana Super Plant. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/25/10) Hydrangeas are deciduous, meaning they drop their leaves during the winter. It is common to see leaves with brown edges and spots on them. Just remember not to cut the plants back, because they have already set their flower buds. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/25/10) Leaves will begin falling from our deciduous trees soon. Instead of raking them up and bagging them, consider creating mulch or compost with them. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/25/10) Brown patch, also known as large patch, is one of the most common lawn diseases in Louisiana. St. Augustine grass is susceptible to the disease, which starts with small brown areas that spread rapidly. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/25/10) Deadheading is an odd term, but it simply means to remove faded flowers from a plant. Cutting off old roses helps keep beds attractive while also encouraging new growth on the plant. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/18/10) Spring-flowering bulbs add so much to our spring gardens. If you want them, you can't wait until spring to plant them. You must plant them during the fall. Two exceptions are tulips and hyacinths. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/18/10) Warm-season herbs like basil are winding down, but plenty of herbs also can thrive in cooler weather. Herbs such as dill, lavender and parsley should be readily available at nurseries this time of the year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/18/10) Azaleas are not prone to many problems, but the azalea lace bugs can affect the plants. These insects feed on the backs of azalea leaves, which results in discoloration. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/18/10) Chrysanthemums are a staple of fall decor. You can use them in containers or plant them in your flower beds. Chrysanthemums are perennials and will grow year after year. (Runtime: 60 seconds)

(Audio 10/18/10) Many gardeners winterize their lawns this time of the year. This process basically involves adding potassium to the lawn. But winterizing your lawn is optional. Louisiana winters aren't so cold or lawns so deficient in potassium to make winterizing necessary. (Runtime: 60 seconds)