gardening in kansas

October is the month that existing beds of spring-flowering bulbs such as daffodils and tulips are fertilized. If bulbs have been fertilized in the...

If you plan to develop or add to your fruit garden next year, now is a good time to begin preparing the planting site....

If you haven’t noticed yet, hordes of goldenrod soldier beetle (Chauliognathus pennsylvanicus) adults are feeding on goldenrod (Solidago spp.) and other flowering plants such...

With proper care, amaryllis will bloom year after year. Bring the pot in before the first frost and place in a dark location. Withhold...

Rotating vegetable crops is a standard way of helping prevent disease from being carried over from one year to the next. Rotation means that...

Late September through October is an excellent time to plant spring-flowering bulbs such as crocus, tulips, and daffodils. These plants need to develop roots...

October is a good time to plant garlic (Allium sativum) if you want large quality cloves next summer. Apply 3 pounds of 10-10-10 fertilizer...

If the severe summer weather has brought an early end to your garden, consider adding organic materials directly to the soil rather than composting....

September. Time for crisp, cool Fall evenings. Leaves will start to fall soon, though the grass is still green. Pumpkins are on the horizon....

Today many people have backyard poultry and goats that provide eggs and dairy and many have gardens for fresh fruits and vegetables. But many...