Learn how to collect native plant seeds The KC WildLands Seed Team is looking for volunteers to learn how to collect native plant seeds in some of the area’s best native landscapes. In an effort to reduce large gatherings, KC WildLands will provide individuals with step-by-step guides and information on how, where and when to collect seeds to support the
Read moreBiles recognized for work that includes planting 2.5M trees in Kansas MANHATTAN, Kan. – Larry Biles, the longtime state forester for the Kansas Forest Service who retired late last year, has received the Lifetime Stewardship Award from the Arbor Day Foundation. According to a release from the foundation, the award honors an individual’s lifelong commitment to tree planting and conservation. Biles served as
Read moreLantana has a rich history of being utilized in the garden for long-lasting, colorful blooms, superior heat tolerance and the ability to attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Featuring clusters of bright colors, solid as well as multi-color, Lantana can be used in containers, landscaping and hanging baskets. In the 18th century, lantana was a popular greenhouse plant in Europe and breeding
Read moreK-State’s horticulture information center shares tips for successful home landscape It’s probably a bit early to hope that the cold days of winter are in the rear view mirror, but homeowners with dreams of a lush summer lawn should already be concocting their spring work schedule. “Now’s a good time to make a lawn care plan,” said Ward Upham, a
Read moreKansas City Public Library The Seed Library at the Ruiz Branch of the Kansas City Public Library (2107 W. Pennway St., Kansas City, MO 64108) offers patrons free flower and vegetable seeds and other resources for gardeners. The program allows patrons to “check out” vegetable and flower seeds to plant in their home gardens. All a patron needs is a
Read moreIn the August 2019 issue, Denise Sullivan, Nutrition and Healthy Education Specialist for MU Extension in Jackson County, wrote about one of the most popular summer vegetable crops, sweet corn. Here is the recipe that accompanies her article on page 16.
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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