Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Horticulture

Even in winter, gardens need water

K-State horticulture expert shares tips for watering home landscapes. Yards may need another shot of moisture even after recent rain and snow to alleviate stress...

“Vermicomposting”

Join us for a fun program you may not have heard of. “Vermicomposting” is the process of composting kitchen scraps into a usable and...

Soil Testing

Sometimes when your plant growth seems to be a problem you may need to test your soil. Use a soil probe, spade, or shovel...

Nutrients Needed for Plant Health

Why do we fertilize our plants? For growth and sustained health and production! Nutrients most frequently lacking for growth are nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P),...

Despite winter’s chill, gardeners can still prep for spring

Storing potatoes, testing old seed make December’s to-do list. Gardeners who may be getting antsy for spring can still find plenty to do during winter’s...

Winter Houseplant Care

The following are some reminders on taking care of your houseplants in the winter.   To clean heavily encrusted clay pots, scrub them with a steel...

10 gifts for the gardener without spending a lot of green

University of Missouri Extension state Master Gardener coordinator Debi Kelly says you can find a great holiday gift for the gardener on your list...

Don’t Do This To Your Lawn!

Many of you ask question about lawn problems. The following are a list of things you should not do to your lawn! Only water your...