Horticulture
The tomato is a beloved and beautiful fruit that disguises itself as a vegetable.
So many options! The tomato is a beloved and beautiful fruit that disguises itself as a vegetable. Botanically speaking, tomatoes are defined as fruits...
Horticulture
Do you ever think about your lawn?
Do you ever think about your lawn? Turfgrass is so common in everyday life that people may not appreciate its value. Research continues to...
Horticulture
The Harvey County Farmers Market
The Harvey County Farmers Market begins May 18! This market is a long standing tradition that began back in 1983. We are located in...
Horticulture
Rabbits in the garden?
K-State horticulture expert gives methods for effective protection.
Rabbits are a common invader of home gardens, especially when plants flower in spring. Kansas State University...
Horticulture
Cabbage Worms
Description: Velvet-green larvae are 1-1/4 inches long at maturity. The chrysalis is light green, tan or yellowish and about one inch long. The adult is...
Horticulture
Tomatoes need support to remain upright. If left to grow on the ground there is less air flow and greater risk of disease. Support...
Horticulture
K-State food scientist shares tips for buying, cleaning fruits and vegetables
Blakeslee touts the benefits of storing fresh produce.
In most locales, the changing of seasons from spring to summer translates into an abundance of fruits...
Horticulture
Wonderful Watermelon
Watermelon is a warm season crop that grows well in the warm, dry days of Kansas summers. The plant grows best in deep, sandy...
