Monday, January 19, 2026

Horticulture

Hornworms take aim at garden tomatoes

By Taylor Jamison, K-State Research and Extension news writer MANHATTAN, Kan. – To the dismay of many gardeners, hornworms are rather fond of garden tomatoes. “The...

How to Reduce Mosquitoes in the Garden and Yard

Mosquitoes are a pain in the neck, but you don't have to let them ruin your summer. Here are ways to prevent, avoid, repel...

Baking Soda Is A Gardener’s Best Friend

Gardening is one of the best physical activities you can do, as it comes with countless physical and mental health benefits. Moreover, fresh and...

How do you control bermudagrass that has invaded a cool-season lawn?

By: Scott Eckert, Harvey County Extension Agent, Horticulture If you don’t mind its ability to invade flower beds and cool season lawns Bermudagrass can make...

With all the rain, there’s no need to water the garden…right?

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Gardeners have been spared part of their chores the past 2 to 3 weeks as rains across much of Kansas have...

Coreopsis: a Favorite Native Plant for the Garden

Although typically seen in shades of yellow and gold, many species also contain red, bronze and burgundy and have been commonly used as natural...

State partnership to monitor for Emerald Ash Borer on public lands

MANHATTAN, Kan. -- Memorial Day weekend marks the return of camping for many outdoor lovers. No campout -- whether it’s in your back yard...

Add Spice to the Summer Garden

Contemporary gardeners may not likely journey into the remote hillsides of Nepal, but we can create romantic versions of such wilds in our own...