Recent weather conditions have been very hot and dry in much of Central Kansas and we are seeing environmental stress take a toll on many plants. Now is a good … Continue reading Check soil moisture during summer heat waves
If you enjoy gardening, learning, and giving back as a volunteer, consider becoming a Master Gardener in 2022. Central Kansas District K-State Research and Extension will be offering the 2022 … Continue reading Master Gardener Training begins September 1st
If you’re a tomato grower in Central Kansas and are disappointed with your tomato crop this year, you aren’t alone. Weather conditions this summer have made it very difficult for … Continue reading A Tough Year for Tomatoes
Hanging baskets and containers are used by almost every gardener I know to decorate porches, decks, and other outdoor landscape areas. Any container requires specialized care to ensure the flowers … Continue reading Keep container flowers going strong
Homegrown tomatoes are a fresh treat that Central Kansas gardeners greatly look forward to each season. This is why it can be disheartening when tomato plants begin looking ragged during … Continue reading Tomato diseases becoming active now
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
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
The welcome rain during this last week will have our lawns in Central Kansas growing quickly and how you mow your lawn will play a big role in determining its … Continue reading How to mow your lawn
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