Horticulture
Winter Care of Houseplants
During the short days of winter, houseplant growth slows, resulting in a need to change how we care for them. Although frequent watering may...
Horticulture
Winterizing Roses
Though most shrub roses are hardy in Kansas, other types of roses can be more tender. For example, the hybrid teas have certain species...
Horticulture
Minor bulbs make a major splash in early spring.
Just when you think winter will never end, minor bulbs burst with color and hope, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein.
Minor bulbs,...
Horticulture
Growing and using horseradish
By: Scott Eckert, County Extension Agent, Horticulture
It may have got its name from its pungent flavor being capable of knocking over a horse. I’m...
Horticulture
Harvesting and Curing Black Walnut
Black walnuts are ready to be harvested when the hull can be dented with your thumb. You can also wait until the nuts start...
Horticulture
Kansas Gardening: Still Time to Plant Spring-Flowering Bulbs
Generally, it is recommended to plant hardy bulbs (especially daffodils) in October to give them enough time to root before winter. But it is...
Horticulture
Tucking Your Lawnmower in for the Winter
If you are done mowing for the year, be sure to service your mower before putting it away. Make sure you drain the gas...
