Robby We are coming to the end of another growing season in Kansas. This year has been nice at the Arboretum. The amount of rain has gone up and down, but overall it has been a good year. The grasses are at their peak now with beautiful plumage and incredible fall colors. As we get our … Read more
Crab apple trees are common backyard plants. It’s common to wonder if the tiny apples from these trees are safe to eat. Gardeners are often puzzled when a small ornamental shrub suddenly produces bright red fruits resembling tiny apples. This phenomenon frequently stems from flowering quince (Chaenomeles species) But other plants also yield similar miniature … Read more
A must-have for even the smallest of ponds, water lilies need dividing every few years. Keep them healthy and prevent the pond from becoming overcrowded by dividing and replanting. You can get up to 25 new plants from one large rootball of a healthy water lily. That’s enough to turn your pond into a Monet-inspired … Read more
For garlic lovers, growing hearty hardneck garlic bulbs is a rewarding way to enjoy fresh homegrown garlic. Hardneck garlic (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon) produces large, easy-to-peel cloves and edible scapes, making it a favorite for home gardeners. Read on to learn everything you need to successfully plant hardneck garlic bulbs this fall. What is Hardneck … Read more
We provide a planting scheduling tool for maximizing yield! Find your zone by your city or zipcode! Companion planting for alyssum is an experience-based observation developed over centuries. Planting some plants next to each other has been shown to help each other, which increases the produce quality and quantity. Companion planting is not set in … Read more
When anyone first heard the word “deadhead,” did they think of a much more dangerous gardening task? Despite being the scariest word in the garden language, “deadheading” is actually a pretty easy task. Its not hard to do (although sometimes can be tedious). In fact, Ive decided to award it the “dont-even-need-to-wait-until-naptime” seal of approval. … Read more
My Little Terrarium has taken the mobile world by storm, allowing players to care for cute little virtual pets in their own customized terrariums. One of the key parts of the gameplay is understanding what foods your pets like and dislike. With so many different animals to care for, it can get confusing keeping track … Read more
The peace lily is a flowering tropical plant from the Spathiphyllum genus. Outside of its hardiness zones (11-12 USDA), many people grow the peace lily indoors. Peace lilies are not true lilies but are instead, members of the Araceae family. The evergreen plants are native to Central and South America. There are many kinds of … Read more
Which rose and clematis combinations do you like best? Please explain why these work so well together. I read on Gardenia. net you can combine up to three clematis varieties with a single rose. I have limited knowledge about clematis, and I’m looking forward to gaining your advice. Clematis might have to join irises as … Read more
Bamboo is a versatile plant that can be used for landscaping construction, crafting and more. When choosing bamboo for your garden, one of the first decisions is whether to go with running bamboo or clumping bamboo. These two types have very different growth habits, invasiveness potential, and uses. Running Bamboo Overview Running bamboo, also known … Read more