Few things wake up a gardener quite as quickly as walking face-first into a spider web. Late summer and early fall are the times of year when homeowners are most … Continue reading Late Summer Brings Beneficial Spiders Into View
Bagworms are a very well-known pest in Kansas and June is the time to begin inspecting for and planning to control any infestations. They are commonly found feeding on junipers … Continue reading Time to tackle bagworms
There is no better way to kick off summer than enjoying and learning from a beautiful garden. Come join us on the 2026 CKD Extension Master Gardener Garden Tour in … Continue reading Master Gardener Garden Tour coming on June 6th
Every gardener I meet hopes for a bumper crop from their fruit and vegetable plantings. We dream of harvesting the perfect tomato or filling baskets with zucchini, and our success … Continue reading Boost Your Vegetable Harvest with Native Companion Plants
Choosing the right fruit tree can mean the difference between years of bountiful harvests and endless frustration. Here in Central Kansas, where late spring frosts, summer heat, variable rainfall, and … Continue reading Reliable Fruit Trees for Central Kansas
This calendar is a quick and helpful guide for planning when to plant your vegetable garden here in Central Kansas. Planting Per Person Use this table to plan out how … Continue reading Kansas Vegetable Garden Planting Calendar
When should vegetable or flower seeds be started indoors in Central Kansas?
By late January, many gardeners are itching to get their hands in the soil—even though winter is far from over in Central Kansas. The good news is that you don’t … Continue reading Winter Sowing: Grow Strong Seedlings Now
There’s nothing quite like watching fireflies twinkle across the lawn on a warm summer night. These glowing insects—also called lightning bugs—add a touch of wonder to the garden. But behind … Continue reading Fireflies in the Garden: What They Need to Thrive
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