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Grow with the flow
When you flip through the pages of your favorite garden catalog, your eye might be caught by any number of new varieties of your favorite plants. All…
14 hours ago
Diversi-tree is key
The oak is the state tree of Iowa. It’s a keystone species that provides habitat for a variety of wildlife species, including over 500 species of but…
1 week ago
We didn't start the fire blight
Fire blight can spread fast through orchards and backyard fruit trees, leaving growers scrambling to protect their crops. We talk with Iowa State Uni…
2 weeks ago
Lawn story short
The magic of spring has done its work. Iowa is green again, and with lawns waking up across the state, it’s time to start thinking about spring yard …
4 weeks ago
Berry good blueberry tips
Blueberry bushes can be a rewarding addition to any garden, but getting them to thrive takes the right balance of soil, sunlight and care. From choos…
1 month ago
Small but might-tree
A towering oak, a giant sycamore, a stately walnut-big trees are awe-inspiring, but sometimes the landscape needs a little tree. Today, Iowa State Un…
1 month, 1 week ago
BONUS: The pep talk you need to start a backyard prairie
We can't save the whole world on our own, but we can save our own backyard. 'National Geographic' photographer Joel Sartore has spent his career cham…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Get a thrillium from trillium
The earliest blossoms of spring are here. Iowa State University Horticulturists Aaron Steil and Cindy Haynes talk about columbine, bleeding heart, lu…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Pest in show
When you encounter an insect in a surprising place it can be alarming, particularly if you’re one of the many people who has an uncomfortable relatio…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Grow with what you know
Catalog descriptions and garden center tags can make every cultivar sound like the best one, but firsthand experience can make all the difference. Ho…
2 months ago