The coral colored hardy hibiscus is the latest unique color developed by Dariusz Malinowski, Ph.D., a Texas A&M AgriLife Research plant physiologist and ornamental plant breeder. (Photo by Dariusz Malinowski, Texas A&M AgriLife.)

Crossing a new frontier in hardy hibiscus breeding

Lawn closeup (K-State Research and Extension)

Lawn Stressed? September is time for relief

Asters flowers (Journal stock photo.)

Build drought-tolerant gardens this fall for next summer’s blooms

Wooden basket full of fresh, organic vegetables. (iStock - Brzozowska)

Cool-season vegetables are hot choice for fall garden

Daylilies need to be divided every 3 to 4 years to maintain good flower production, says Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham.

September to-do list: Divide daylilies  

A bin helps to keep compost materials packed together, says Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham. (Photo courtesy of K-State Research and Extension.)

Compost bin is key to success, says K-State expert  

(Photo by Michael Miller, Texas A&M AgriLife.)

Water restrictions: Decide which trees, plants to prioritize when water is limited

Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham said when to pick apples depends on such factors as days from bloom, flesh color, seed color, color change and flavor. (Photo courtesy of K-State Research and Extension.)

Are you ready (to be picked)?