Many of us had a first experience of starting seeds at home when we were young. It may have been just a flower or vegetable seed in a cup on … Continue reading The trick to growing great seedlings at home is more light
Once houseplants have been moved indoors for the winter it is common to run into problems with tiny gnats that can be a big nuisance inside the home. What are … Continue reading How to deal with gnats in houseplant soil
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 spring color
Fall is a great time to see native grasses in all their splendor here in Central Kansas. Our native prairie grasses are not only visually stunning but also crucial for … Continue reading Native prairie grasses boost biodiversity
Mountain mint is an underused native perennial in the landscape. The name is a misnomer since this plant typically grows in grassy open places, meadows, and woodland areas. The pycnanthemum … Continue reading Attract beneficial insects with mountain mint
Daylilies are one of the plants you see growing next to an old homestead that time and weather have reduced to rubble. This is a testimony to their toughness. The … Continue reading Divide daylilies now for more tough and reliable flowers
When a heat wave hits plants will be impacted. The recent stretch of hot weather here in Central Kansas has definitely been a source of stress in local gardens and … Continue reading Help plants beat the heat
If you feel like you’ve been dive-bombed by a big flying insect in your backyard recently, you aren’t alone. Green June beetles are quite active this year and many homeowners … Continue reading Green June beetles are on the loose
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