Horticulture
Spring Flowering Shrubs
August through September is the time period our spring-flowering shrubs set flower buds. Therefore, watering, as needed, at this time can help with next...
Horticulture
Twig Dieback on Oak
Recently we have seen twig dieback on pin and other oaks caused by a fungal disease called Botryosphaeria canker. Affected trees show wilting or...
Horticulture
Using herbs
Janet Hackert, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, Harrison County, University of Missouri Extension
When it comes to seasonings the first ones that often come to...
Horticulture
Overseeding a Lawn
Tall fescue lawns that have become thin over the summer can be thickened up by overseeding during September. Start by mowing the grass short...
Horticulture
Kansas Fall Lawn Seeding Tips
The keys to successful lawn seeding are proper rates, even dispersal, good seed to soil contact, and proper watering. Evenness is best achieved by...
Horticulture
Power Raking Time in Kansas
September is the optimum time to power rake or core-aerate tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass lawns. These grasses should be coming out of their...
Horticulture
Mycosphaerella Leaf Spot on Ash
With all the concern about Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), many people may assume that any ash tree with problems is being attacked by EAB....
Horticulture
Dividing Daylilies
Daylilies need to be divided every three to four years to maintain vigor. Though they may be divided in early spring before growth starts,...
