Horticulture
Native Bees Foraging in Fields Are At Risk
USGS Release:
According to the first-ever study of pesticide residues on field-caught bees, native bees are exposed to neonicotinoid insecticides and other pesticides. This report...
Horticulture
Kansas: Ashes in the Garden
You may have heard that using wood ashes on your garden can help make the soil more fertile. Though ashes do contain significant amounts...
Horticulture
Harvesting and Using Horseradish
Horseradish is ready to dig after a hard freeze kills the foliage (usually November or December). The large roots can be harvested while smaller,...
Horticulture
Don’t let rabbits nibble on newly planted trees and shrubs
Begin Rabbit Protection Now.
Rabbits may begin to nibble on newly planted trees and shrubs this time of year. Protect your investment now through this...
Horticulture
Knotweed Control
Knotweed thrives in compacted soils, so a thorough aeration is the first step in control. This weed will not compete in a healthy lawn....
Horticulture
Fall Care of Peonies
Cut peony foliage back to the ground if this hasn’t been done already. Compost or discard foliage. Fertilize peonies twice a year — in...
Horticulture
Annual Kansas Turfgrass Conference with KNLA in early December
The 65th Annual Kansas Turfgrass Conference in conjunction with Kansas Nursery & Landscape Association will be held December 1, 2 & 3 at the...
Horticulture
Using Leaves as Compost
They are falling down now! I love seeing fall colors on our trees! Then you can play in them but then you should do...
