Horticulture
Mushrooms after Rain
Mushrooms are the fruiting structures produced by various fungi. The appearance of the
mushrooms varies depending on the fungi species. The fungi are present beneath...
Horticulture
Rose Trouble
Several counties are reporting problems with their roses. One of
those problems is rose rosette virus. The classic symptoms that
may appear include:
• Rapid elongation of...
Horticulture
Rust on Hollyhock Flowers
Description: Hollyhock rust is a fungal disease that is most prevalent on hollyhocks, but other members of the mallow family are also susceptible. The...
Horticulture
Scout for Bagworms & Mark Your Calendars for Control Starting June 15th
Bagworms are now beginning to hatch across the state of Kansas, although it’s best to wait until June 15th before trying to control them. Bagworms...
Horticulture
Creating a migratory oasis for monarchs
Experts encourage planting nectar-producing plants ahead of fall migration.
With the summer season ramping up, experts with Texas A&M AgriLife said now is the ideal time to...
Horticulture
Tip Blackberries, Black Raspberries and Purple Raspberries
Raspberries and blackberries have similar growing and fruiting habits. The perennial root system grows for several years. The canes are biennial (live for two...
Horticulture
Now’s the time to fertilize warm-season grasses in Kansas
Late spring, early summer applications are ideal, says K-State horticulture expert.
It’s crunch time for homeowners and others who manage warm-season grasses in Kansas.
“Turfgrasses should...
Horticulture
Gardeners enter home stretch for onions, tomatoes
K-State horticulture expert shares tips for successfully growing two garden staples
If gardeners are crying about their onions right now, it’s not because they’re slicing...

