As tomato vines wind down and gardeners begin putting beds to rest here in Central Kansas, one crop is just getting started. October is garlic-planting season, offering an opportunity to … Continue reading Plant Garlic Now for Next Summer’s Harvest
There is no better way to kick off summer than enjoying and learning from a beautiful garden. Come join us on the 2026 CKD Extension Master Gardener Garden Tour in … Continue reading Master Gardener Garden Tour coming on June 6th
Choosing the right fruit tree can mean the difference between years of bountiful harvests and endless frustration. Here in Central Kansas, where late spring frosts, summer heat, variable rainfall, and … Continue reading Reliable Fruit Trees for Central Kansas
By late January, many gardeners are itching to get their hands in the soil—even though winter is far from over in Central Kansas. The good news is that you don’t … Continue reading Winter Sowing: Grow Strong Seedlings Now
There’s nothing quite like watching fireflies twinkle across the lawn on a warm summer night. These glowing insects—also called lightning bugs—add a touch of wonder to the garden. But behind … Continue reading Fireflies in the Garden: What They Need to Thrive
Peas, leaf lettuce, spinach, arugula, carrots, beets, radishes, and other cool-season crops are eager to start growing now. These crops are typically direct-seeded in the garden and require a soil … Continue reading Cool-Season Crops Are Ready to Grow
When should vegetable or flower seeds be started indoors in Central Kansas?
When it comes to success with our plants in the garden and landscape here in Central Kansas, the soil is the place to start. I like to tell gardeners “Grow … Continue reading Maximize Your Garden’s Potential with Cover Crops
