Pawpaw tree-a native fruit
Pawpaw is a fruit tree native to eastern Kansas and is often overlooked by many gardeners as a plant to consider for the edible landscape. The pawpaw tree has fruit … Continue reading Pawpaw tree-a native fruit
Author: Jason Graves
Take action to avoid winter tree injury
Winter injury has been a common problem on young and even mature trees in Central Kansas over the last several seasons. Winter tree injuries are a frustrating problem for homeowners-especially … Continue reading Take action to avoid winter tree injury
Two shrubs for pollinators
Since interest in pollinators continues to rise, I enjoy encouraging Central Kansas gardeners to investigate plants that they can incorporate into their landscapes that will bring them the enjoyment of … Continue reading Two shrubs for pollinators
Mow or compost falling leaves
It’s that time of year again. The recent freeze in Central Kansas means leaves are rapidly falling from deciduous trees and it’s a good time to stop and think about … Continue reading Mow or compost falling leaves
Fall clean up: leave habitat for birds and bees
By early fall many perennials in our Central Kansas gardens begin looking very tired and ragged and many gardeners begin to wonder if it is time to give plants a … Continue reading Fall clean up: leave habitat for birds and bees
Garlic, healthy for you and easy to grow
Everyone knows about garlic. It is used extensively in cooking, and is also a big health boosting/medicinal food, providing many benefits for the body. Regardless of how you use garlic, … Continue reading Garlic, healthy for you and easy to grow
Early fall is a good time to plant trees
We often think about planting trees in the spring, which is definitely a good time, but fall is also a good time to plant and establish new or replacement trees. … Continue reading Early fall is a good time to plant trees
September is a great time to feed hummingbirds
Catching a glimpse of a hummingbird is an experience that thrills gardeners young and old alike. These amazing birds, sometimes referred to as ‘avian helicopters’ are truly a pleasure to … Continue reading September is a great time to feed hummingbirds
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