December 5, 2003

Rooting and Growing a Pineapple
by Richard Jauron, Department of Horticulture

When using a fresh pineapple, don't throw away the leafy top portion of the fruit. The leafy top can be rooted and turned into a unique houseplant.

Upcoming Programs
by Jane Punke, Department of Entomology

There are several programs available during the 2004 winter months that may be of interest to our readers. Contact numbers are listed for more information on the program content.

Turfgrass Conference
January 26-28, 2004
Des Moines, IA
Program Information: Iowa Turf Office
515-232-8222

Iowa Fruit/Vegetable Growers Conference
Marshalltown, IA
Program Information: Joyce Hornstein
515-294-7293

Shade Tree Short Course
March 9-10, 2004
Ames, IA

This article originally appeared in the 12/5/2003 issue.

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