The Kansas City Gardener a monthly gardening magazine

introducing ROSE OF SHARON

Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus), also known as althea in the Southern United States, brings a tropical feel to your garden along with tough landscape performance. The large hibiscus flowers

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What kind of weather is expected in September?

WEATHER & MOON PHASES for the month of SEPTEMBER? Highs and Lows avg temp 71° avg high temp 80° avg low temp 60° Clear or Cloudy avg nbr of clear

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Harvesting melons at the perfect time

July 30, 2026

Released: July 28, 2026 Cantaloupe, Watermelon, Honeydew…Oh My! When should you harvest melon? K-State horticulture expert shares tips to harvest melon at the perfect time