garden

Rabbits in gardens are a perennial problem because of the wide variety of plants they can feed on. This time of year, they gravitate...

New transplants, even those hardened off in a cold frame, may need protection from strong winds when set out. Wooden shingles placed to block...

Prevent food safety issues using proper food preservation procedures. MANHATTAN, Kan. – One ritual of spring is planting a garden. And for many home gardeners,...

Asparagus is doing well but be on the lookout for asparagus beetles. Both the adult and larvae of asparagus beetles feed on asparagus spears...

Horticulture News By: Scott Eckert, County Extension Agent, Horticulture I am currently baby sitting  some eggplant transplants that will go into the Giving Garden soon.  They...

Most garden soils in Kansas have adequate levels of all nutrients other than nitrogen IF the area has been fertilized in the past. However, it...

(Family Features) Though it may be weeks or even months before you can enjoy the bounty of a flourishing garden, you can get a...

Blueberries are sensitive to excess levels of fertilizer. Do not go over the recommended amount. Year of Planting: Apply fertilizer according to soil test and...

Kansans that are new to vegetable gardening often don’t know how much of each crop to plant.  K-State Research and Extension has a publication...

Gardeners often try to get a jump on the season by planting tomatoes as early as possible. Though this can be successful, there are...