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Garden tour coming July 9th
There is nothing more summerlike than an inviting garden filled with beautiful flowers. Come and enjoy summer with us on the 2022 CKD Extension Master Gardener Garden Tour in Salina … Continue reading Garden tour coming July 9th
Spring flowers in the native garden
Many Central Kansas gardeners are learning about the benefits of native plants and are interested in using these wonderful biodiversity builders in their own landscapes and gardens. Our Kansas native … Continue reading Spring flowers in the native garden
How to tell if your tree is healthy
Trees are a top priority to most homeowners. The shade and ornamental value of a mature tree in the home landscape is difficult if not impossible to replace. For this … Continue reading How to tell if your tree is healthy
Plant herbs for many reasons
‘Gung ho’ is a phrase that describes many of us gardeners during the exciting spring planting season and this phrase actually points to one of my favorite places to plant, … Continue reading Plant herbs for many reasons
Plant a tree this spring
Arbor Day is coming up on April 29th and is a perfect time to promote tree planting and the benefits of trees in our communities. Trees provide many benefits to … Continue reading Plant a tree this spring
Tips for seeding native wildflowers
As interest in pollinators and wildlife continues to grow, many homeowners have an interest in establishing and growing a small area of native wildflowers and grasses. Native plants have a … Continue reading Tips for seeding native wildflowers
Soil temperature is the key to planting time
Cool season crops such as lettuce, spinach, peas, onions, potatoes, radishes, cabbage, carrots, and beets are the first vegetables that can be planted this spring. Is it safe to plant … Continue reading Soil temperature is the key to planting time
It’s time to plant potatoes
Plan to increase your access to homegrown food in 2022 by planting potatoes this spring. St. Patrick’s Day, the well-known ‘green holiday’ is soon and is traditionally known as the … Continue reading It’s time to plant potatoes
Finish pruning fruit trees and brambles
March is the month to finish up pruning on fruit trees and brambles (blackberry, raspberry). Pruning is actually an enjoyable way to spend time in the great outdoors and is … Continue reading Finish pruning fruit trees and brambles
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