Union Hill Garden Tour scheduled for June 1 Thirty years ago a group of urban pioneers, in what was then consider a sketchy neighborhood on the edge of downtown Kansas City, decided to show that there was beauty and life in Union Hill by inviting folks to come and have a look at the gardens they had carefully and lovingly
Read moreFall mowing will set lawn up for winter success, says K-State expert Domenghini shares recommendations for mowing height By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Just in case homeowners are tempted to put the lawnmower away early this fall, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini suggests that they resist that urge. “Some people believe
Read moreMDC offers free virtual class on house spider identification and appreciation Oct. 19 The program will address the role spiders play in nature and offer tips for identifying them. KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Spiders are versatile creatures, abundant and important in the wild, and commonly seen by people. Learn the names and habits of these common house visitors during the Missouri Department
Read moreIn the Garden: When tops fall over, it’s time to harvest onions K-State horticulture expert says onions should be stored in a dry spot By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini says gardeners have no need to cry when looking for signs to harvest onions. She said
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Read morePatton says homeowners should aim for one inch of water per week MANHATTAN, Kan. – Homeowners who set their sights on having the nicest landscape on the block may often sense the urge to water, water, water. But K-State Research and Extension horticulture agent Dennis Patton says they should instead be more strategic, in the interest of saving water and
Read moreOld-school gardeners mulch planting beds every year. One to two inches is applied for perennials and grasses and 2-3 inches for trees and shrubs. Ground leaf mulch or shredded hardwood mulch goes down before the end of March to deter the inevitable onslaught of weeds in April. Mulch also shades the soil, cooling it and keeping it moist. Plants are
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