Horticulture

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...

Though moles spend most of their time underground, the damage they cause above ground is all too visible. Meandering paths of upheaved soil are...

Note: Ash/Lilac Borer is a different insect than Emerald Ash Borer. Ash/Lilac Borer has been around for many years while Emerald Ash Borer has...

The extreme cold temperature on December 18, 2016 has caused the leaves on some of our broad-leaved evergreens to turn brown.  On campus, the...

One of the most difficult weeds to control in lawns is the wild violet. Even combination products that contain 2,4-D, MCPP and Dicamba such...

Fruit growers often wonder at what temperature fruit buds are killed.  Many of our peaches and some of the apricots had buds killed by...

Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits, but gardeners often have problems with weed  control.  Strawberries form a mat of plants, which makes...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFF3v72JMvM  

By: Scott Eckert, County Extension Agent, Horticulture   Some of the best low impact exercise can be attained by gardening.  Weed control is one of the...