Lawn Stop crabgrass before it starts by applying Ferti-lome All-Season II Crabgrass and Weed Preventer to cool-season lawns from March to early-April. Do not use a crabgrass preventer if you are planning to overseed. Spray dandelions, henbit, and chickweed in lawns with Ferti-lome…
When to Plant: Mid March – St. Patrick’s Day – is a traditional time to plant spring potatoes in KS, while early to mid-July is the time to plant for a fall harvest. Cutting and Preparing Seed: Select firm, solid…
Site selection: Strawberries do well in any good garden soil; however, a well-drained area is best. Avoid low-lying areas where spring frosts are likely to injure the early blossoms. Preparation of the soil: Work soil as early as weather permits…
Onions are grown from sets, plants, or seed. Sets are small onion bulbs that are planted in the spring to produce green onions – scallions – or bulbs later in the season. Onions can be grown from seed, but seed…
Asparagus is a hardy perennial that will last for 30 years or more in the garden. Plant: Plant near the side or edge of the garden where it will not interfere with annual tillage. Prepare the soil thoroughly before planting,…
Fertilizing trees and shrubs is an important step in maintaining their health and promoting vigorous growth. While these plants are relatively low-maintenance, providing them with the right nutrients at the right time can help them thrive and withstand environmental stress.…
No lawn weed is more recognized than the Dandelion. They are relatively easy to control as long as they are treated at the right time. You will get the best control by spraying in October or November. The next best…
Henbit and chickweed are two weeds with very similar lifecycles and methods for control. While they can show up in shrub beds, they are more of a concern in the lawn. Henbit is the showier of the two with obvious…
Rhubarb is a perennial crop grown for its red stalk that has an acid flavor. It is among the first vegetables ready for use in spring. Once established Rhubarb may last for many years. When to Plant: It is best established…