Summer Patch disease
Fungus can be both a good and a bad thing. Mushrooms on pizza are an example of good fungus. Fungus in lawns, on the other hand, are nearer the other end of the spectrum. If your turf is looking a little thin and brown in spots; you are not alone. Fungus and hot temperatures have wreaked havoc on lawns this year, but there is still time to make your lawn look full and lush for this fall. Continue reading
Blue Flax- photo taken by M. Knuth
A week devoted to wildflowers is just about as good as a holiday devoted to trees. While Arbor Day is a well-known holiday celebrated across the state, Nebraska Wildflower Week should be celebrated just as much.
Rhubarb crisp, rhubarb jam, rhubarb cake… let me count the ways. Rhubarb is a hardy vegetable that is great for our area, but it also has a dark side. Find out ways to get rhubarb growing in tip top shape and what you need to keep in mind to stay safe. Continue reading
Warm weather and timely rains means two things. Spring is here. Weeds aren’t far behind. Find out what you can do now to help prevent weeds from taking over your lawn this year. Continue reading
Asparagus spears just starting to emerge. Photo by S. Cochran.
Spring is almost here and you know what that means… asparagus season. Asparagus is the favorite perennial vegetable. If you happen to be one that loves this vegetable, you can grow it yourself with a little know how. Continue reading
Voles look more like a mouse than a mole.
We have been lucky this winter, but how long will our luck hold out? No, I am not referring to the amount of snow we have received or the warm winter temperatures we’ve had. Even in a winter like this, wildlife damage can be present in the landscape. Find out about a common villain, what they do and how can keep your landscape from becoming lunch. Continue reading
Spring blooming squill- photo from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County
Spring in Nebraska is a very confusing time of year for most gardeners. We get teased with the nice weather for a few days, only to have snow or cold temperatures snap us back into the reality of living in this wonderful state. There are a few tasks that should be completed in the “spring” of the year, others need to be put on hold for just a little longer. Continue reading
Frost on turf is not just pretty. Photo from: http://acreage.unl.edu
Winter can be a beautiful time of the year. The gracefully falling snow or frost on the plants in the morning sun can be an attractive sight to some. To others, it just means more work outside. Regardless of how you feel, these winter conditions should remind everyone to think about their turf. That’s right, I said turf. While the frost and snow are pretty, there are some steps that you can take now to ensure a beautiful looking lawn come spring. Continue reading
Happy Holidays! Now that the holidays are over, the real work begins. Time to get on the treadmill, put the holiday decorations away, and decide what to do with those holiday plants. You can keep these plants year-round with little trouble with a little help and know-how. Continue reading
Two Extension Master Gardener taking a weeding break.
Extension Master Gardener Program Trainings Offered
Do you enjoy plants and gardening? Looking to learn more and hone your skills but don’t know where to go? The Extension Master Gardener program will educate you on many aspects of horticulture, allow you to test your knowledge and skills, all while serving your local community. Continue reading
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