Little barley
Little barley is a common weed in Kansas that can take over a thin lawn and leave unsightly brown patches as it dies off. Many local gardeners find it frustrating … Continue reading Little barley
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Time to scout for bagworms
Bagworms outbreaks have been common here in Central Kansas in recent years and so now (the month of June) is a good time to be on the look out for … Continue reading Time to scout for bagworms
Galls on trees
It is often in late spring and early summer that many local gardeners and homeowners are working out in the yard and begin noticing some very strange looking ‘bumps’ on … Continue reading Galls on trees
Spring care of perennials
Perennials of all types burst back to life in the spring and now is a good time to give some thought and care to the perennials in your landscape. Jobs … Continue reading Spring care of perennials
Best milkweed for monarchs
The spring migration of the monarch butterfly has already begun and these butterflies will reach Kansas in the upcoming weeks. Many local gardeners are very interested in supporting monarch butterflies … Continue reading Best milkweed for monarchs
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
Tomato varieties to try in 2024
The winter season is the best time to investigate new tomato varieties to try in the garden. Each year our Central Kansas District Master Gardeners trial several new tomato varieties … Continue reading Tomato varieties to try in 2024
When to start garden seeds
When should vegetable or flower seeds be started indoors in Central Kansas?
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