Help plants beat the heat
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
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Green June beetles are on the loose
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
Insect outbreaks in the garden and landscape
Mid summer is a busy time for insects in gardens and landscapes. Gardeners here in Central Kansas are noticing everything from blister beetles to squash bugs. In some cases these … Continue reading Insect outbreaks in the garden and landscape
Harvesting and ripening tomatoes
Central Kansas gardeners are beginning to harvest their very first ripe tomatoes of 2023. Many gardeners wonder if a tomato has to remain on the vine until it is completely … Continue reading Harvesting and ripening tomatoes
Look for bagworms now
Bagworms are a very well-known pest in Kansas and mid June is the time to begin inspecting for and planning to control any infestations. They are commonly found feeding on … Continue reading Look for bagworms now
Coneflowers tolerate drought and build biodiversity
Here in Kansas drought cycles are a reality. In 2023, drought conditions continue to be an ongoing issue here in Central Kansas. Drought cycles vary in their intensity, but the … Continue reading Coneflowers tolerate drought and build biodiversity
Nuisance moths are Army Cutworm
A “miller moth” is an all-inclusive umbrella term used to describe any plain brown drab moth. In some areas of Kansas, moths have been a big nuisance to homeowners recently. At … Continue reading Nuisance moths are Army Cutworm
How to build a garden for monarch butterflies
Monarch butterflies are well known and loved. These butterflies inform our scientific literacy from a young age as we study metamorphosis and their unique relationship with milkweed (their host plant). … Continue reading How to build a garden for monarch butterflies
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