The Vermicomposting program had to be rescheduled due to the weather. It has been rescheduled for February 9 at 6:30pm. Call 316-284-6930 to RSVP. This is a free program!
Houseplant Winter tips
· To extend the life of Valentine flowers, recut the stems underwater with a sharp knife and remove any foliage that would be underwater. Use a flower preservative.
· Late winter is a good time to air-layer house plants such as dieffenbachia, rubber tree, and corn plant.
· Check all five growing factors if your house plants are not growing well. Light, temperature, nutrients, moisture, and humidity must be favorable to provide good growth.
· Repot any root-bound houseplants before spring when vigorous growth starts. Move plants up to a container no bigger than 1 to 2 inches larger than the present container.
· This is the time of year when houseplants may start showing signs of new growth. If houseplants are showing new growth, it is time to start fertilizing. If no new growth, do not fertilize.
If you have any other houseplant questions, remember your extension office has moved to our new home at 215 S. Pine St., Room 309, Newton.
