Horticulture

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It can be a challenge to know how to spray fruit trees for pest control.  Spray schedules will vary depending on whether the trees...

​A spreader-sticker should be used in fruit tree sprays to improve the distribution and retention of fungicides and insecticides on fruit and leaves.  However,...

Most garden soils in Kansas have adequate levels of all nutrients other than nitrogen IF the area has been fertilized in the past. However,...

If you planted cole crops such as cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower earlier this spring, they will need a little fertilizer boost. These plants need...

​Lawn-mowing season is here. Remember that dull blades give the lawn a whitish cast. A dull blade does not cut cleanly but rather shreds...

Orchardgrass often infests tall fescue lawns.  Unfortunately, orchardgrass is lighter green and faster growing than tall fescue, so it is very visible. Homeowners complain...

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Back to the topic of turf chores.  We know that fescue is probably the most used turfgrass in Harvey County.  It has the longest...

Butterfly gardening is becoming more popular with Kansans. Providing for the basic needs of butterflies, such as food, shelter and liquids, will encourage butterflies...