Monday, January 19, 2026

Horticulture

Tomatoe Growing Tips

Growing tomatoes is often the impetus for starting a vegetable garden, and every tomato lover dreams of growing the ultimate tomato: firm but juicy,...

Irish Eyes Daisies Are a Cheerful Addition to the Garden

Virtues: 'Irish Eyes' is a quick-growing daisy that boasts unique green discs at the center of its yellow rays. It brightens up the border...

Sweet Spirit Rose, Strong Fragrance and Disease-Free Leaves

Virtues: Strong fragrance and cherry-red color mark Sweet Spirit rose's three-inch double flowers, which are excellent for cutting. This bushy rose offers disease-resistant foliage,...

Early spring potatoes

I picked up my seed potatoes a few days ago in anticipation for planting them in March. My favorite potato is the Red Norland...

Lawn Calendar: Warm-season grasses in Kansas

K-State horticulture expert outlines tips for maintaining warm-season lawns MANHATTAN, Kan. – While cool-season grasses are more common in Kansas, many parts of the state...

Gardening Tips: Use string line, board when planting vegetables

K-State horticulture expert says simple tools help keep rows straight MANHATTAN, Kan. – A pair of simple tools will help to ensure success when planting...

Midnight Cascade Blueberry Lets You Grow Berries from Above

Virtues: Midnight Cascade is the first blueberry cultivar suitable for hanging baskets, thanks to its unique habit. This compact blueberry bush produces trailing stems,...

Early spring potatoes

Horticulture News By: Scott Eckert, Harvey County Extension Agent, Horticulture I picked up my seed potatoes a few days ago in anticipation for planting them in...