Plant bulbs now for a colorful spring
It feels too early to be thinking about next spring, but believe it or not, now is a good time to boost the spring wow factor of your landscape by … Continue reading Plant bulbs now for a colorful spring
Category: 2020
Sharp temperature drop can impact trees
This is the second year in a row where portions of Kansas suffered a quick drop in temperature after a warm fall. This happened late in October. Unfortunately, some trees … Continue reading Sharp temperature drop can impact trees
Check soil moisture during dry fall weather
Recent weather conditions have turned very dry for much of Kansas and many areas of the state are seeing a worsening of drought conditions. Now is a good time to … Continue reading Check soil moisture during dry fall weather
Take control of lawn weeds in the fall
It has certainly been a year filled with weeds in many area lawns and gardens. Many have been asking what to do to get control of these unwanted invaders. The … Continue reading Take control of lawn weeds in the fall
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
Choosing apple tree varieties
Choosing an apple tree cultivar to plant in Kansas can seem overwhelming, but with a little information you’ll be ready to make a decision that will work for you. First … Continue reading Choosing apple tree varieties
Pruning shrubs is all about timing
Shrub pruning is one outdoor job that is often done just before plant growth begins again in the spring, so here are a few tips to help guide your pruning … Continue reading Pruning shrubs is all about timing
Dormant oil sprays for fruit trees
There are a number of dormant sprays (available at garden centers) used on fruit to control various diseases and insects, but a dormant oil spray is designed to control scale … Continue reading Dormant oil sprays for fruit trees
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