Aaron Steil

Farmer planting young seedlings of lettuce salad in the vegetable garden (Photo: iStock - AlexRaths)
Home and Family, Horticulture

Getting a head start: How to successfully start seeds indoors

Thinking about starting seeds indoors? Proper timing, light and watering can make the difference between lanky seedlings and sturdy transplants. Read More

Poinsettia (Iowa State University Extension)
Holidays, Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture

Holiday plant care

Garden compost with one compartment full of leaves. (iStock │ #1766693467 - Jonas Rönnbro)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Fall composting tips for gardeners



Little boy helping his father to plant the tree while working together in the garden. (Adobe Stock │ #125257215 - maxbelchenko)

Fall care of newly planted trees

  • By Aaron J. Steil and Jeffery Iles │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Blossom end rot on a tomato. (Cindy Haynes │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach)

Managing weather-related problems in the vegetable garden

  • By Aaron J. Steil │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach