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During the growing season leaves are making food for trees through photosynthesis. Chlorophyll found in the leaves captures the energy of the sun and...

If you haven’t gotten bulbs in the ground yet, don’t despair. As long as the soil temperature stays above 40 degrees F roots still...

Horticulture, health experts promote the ‘power of nature’ Nature is the daily pill we all need to live healthier lives, and Texas A&M University is laying the...

Crisp, fall temperatures may signal a step away from warmer summer weather, but Johnson County horticulture extension agent Dennis Patton says it’s not a...

We often receive questions related to identifying landscape plants. There are many smart phone apps available that can sometimes accurately identify plants through photos. Your...

To prevent overwintering of iris borers and the fungus, iris leaf spot, remove and clean up dead leaves from iris plants now. Iris borer...

Inquiring minds might want to know, is the orange orb a fruit or vegetable? The answer may surprise you! A pumpkin is, in fact,...

As fall weather approaches, it is time to start planning to bring cold-sensitive plants indoors says Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini. “Some gardeners...

Mistakes that potentially end up contributing to the death of the new tree that was purchased. These are only some of the biggest mistakes. 1. Before...

Some people believe taller grass in the winter provides insulation for the plant crowns protecting them through freezing temperatures. If this practice provides any...