Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Horticulture

Rose Rosette

Rose rosette is a serious problem in Kansas on wild roses (Rosa multiflora) in pastures and hedges. It is also found in domestic rose...

How to Make Tomato Cages

Commercial tomato cages are often too wimpy for Kansas conditions.  Fortunately, you can make your own cages from concrete reinforcing mesh (wire).  This material...

Deadheading Flowers

Some plants will bloom more profusely if the old, spent flowers are removed, a process called deadheading. Annuals especially, focus their energy on seed...

Onions Developing

This is the time of year that onions grow and develop rapidly. Regular watering (if needed) and a light fertilization are helpful to maximize...

2017 Midwest Regional Hosta Society Convention

​The Johnson County Extension Master Gardeners along with the Midwest Regional Hosta Society are pleased to host the 2017 conference in Lenexa, Kansas June...

Video of the Week: Tomato Problems

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Tomatoes

It is not too late to plant tomatoes in the garden!  Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable grown in Kansas gardens. They are easy to...

Home gardening: Now’s the time to mulch tomatoes

Horticulturist outlines dos and don’ts MANHATTAN, Kan. – Ask home gardeners what is the first plant they tried growing, and many will tell you –...