A Tough Year for Tomatoes
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
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Keep container flowers going strong
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
Tomato diseases becoming active now
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
Time to tackle bagworms
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
How to mow your lawn
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
Spring flowers in the native garden
Many Central Kansas gardeners are learning about the benefits of native plants and are interested in using these wonderful biodiversity builders in their own landscapes and gardens. Our Kansas native … Continue reading Spring flowers in the native garden
How to tell if your tree is healthy
Trees are a top priority to most homeowners. The shade and ornamental value of a mature tree in the home landscape is difficult if not impossible to replace. For this … Continue reading How to tell if your tree is healthy
Plant herbs for many reasons
‘Gung ho’ is a phrase that describes many of us gardeners during the exciting spring planting season and this phrase actually points to one of my favorite places to plant, … Continue reading Plant herbs for many reasons
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