Horticulture

Warmer tempuratures and rain are sure to bring green growth, spring flowers, and of course, summer weeds. Now is the time to take action...

GARDEN CALENDAR Planting Crop Type of Planting Timing asparagus crowns mid-March to mid-April beets seed late-March to early-April bok choy seed/transplant late-March to early-April broccoli transplant late-March to early-April cabbage transplant late-March to early-April carrots seed late-March to early-April cauliflower transplant late-March to early-April chicories seed/transplant late-March to early-April collards seed/transplant late-March to early-April kale fennel kohlrabi lettuce seed/transplant seed seed seed mid-March mid-March to...

From mid-March through early-April it’s strawberry planting time in Kansas. As long as the soil is ready to be worked (not frozen or saturated)...

If you haven’t touched your compost bin or pile all winter, don’t worry, you are not alone. It could be filled with kitchen scraps...

Onions perform best in well-drained, slightly acidic, fertile soils in full sun With spring upon us, it’s time to think about planting in home gardens....

It’s officially spring, and it’s time to start thinking about gardening season! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are links from the...

Some things just go together like biscuits and gravy or peanut butter and jelly. Likewise, plants have companions that produce best when planted side by...

A delicate butterfly alighting on a garden bloom is a tangible sign for many that spring has indeed arrived. A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist shared...

Sustainable lawn management begins with understanding proper care. This includes mowing at the proper height and time, fertilizing and watering properly. Watering in the...

Asparagus is a perennial vegetable harvested in the spring. Begin with healthy, disease resistant crowns and plant from mid-March through mid-April. Crowns should be...