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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…
4 months, 3 weeks 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…
5 months 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…
5 months 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…
5 months, 1 week 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…
5 months, 2 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…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Spot and treat those plant spots early
When plants start growing and insects start buzzing, plant diseases aren't far behind. There's no way to protect your garden from everything that can…
5 months, 4 weeks ago
Stumped on which tree to pick?
When you plant a tree, the hope is that it will remain healthy and strong for decades but the recommendations for what to plant often change faster t…
6 months ago
The root to great fruit
Spring is the perfect time to start planting fruit trees, bushes, vines and brambles. While it may take some time before you can enjoy the fruits of …
6 months, 1 week ago
The bugs are back in town
A few days of sunny weather in late winter or early spring, and the bugs are immediately back. It raises questions like, how do these tiny creatures …
6 months, 4 weeks ago