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Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini urges gardeners not to bury peonies too deep, which increases the chance that they may not flower. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Why ants are drawn to peonies each spring

Seeing ants on peonies this spring? K-State Extension says the insects are temporary, beneficial and no reason for insecticides. Read More

Keeping tomato plants properly fed, watered and protected from pests and diseases can lead to a bountiful harvest for home gardeners. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Common tomato plant problems and how to fix them

Hydrangeas burst with blooms summer and fall in colors ranging from blues and white to lavender and pinks. (Photos courtesy of Katie Kammler │ University of Missouri Extension)
Home and Family, Horticulture, Horticulture, Outdoors

Flowering plants are a meaningful Mother’s Day choice



Flower pot decoration in cozy home flower garden. (Adobe Stock-#220506404 │ moccabunny)

UW offers advice on damaged landscape plants

Rose bush with fresh and withered flowers. (iStock-#1166477294 │ photographer)

Winter injury showing in Kansas roses this spring

Damaged unprotected tomato plant after cold morning. (iStock-#1318417852 │ FotoDuets)

Tips for detecting freeze damage in plants

Gardening mistakes to remedy this year 

Gardener holding empty flower pots. (Adobe Stock-#396518765 │ Rawpixel.com)

Old pots can hurt new plants

Person holding wooden crate box of vegetables and fruit from organic garden. (Adobe Stock │ 422800358 - Дмитрий Сидор)

How to donate homegrown produce to a food shelf

  • By Laura Irish-Hanson, Amy Johnston and Susie West │ University of Minnesota Extension
The success of your garden depends on seed selection. Compare availability, pricing, shipping rates and discounts to help determine what works for your garden. Photo by Katie Kammler.

Seed selection and storage tips that can help improve the success of your garden

Vegetables growing in permaculture garden, traditional countryside landscape. (Adobe Stock │ #275817391 - nomadkate)

A renaissance of lost skills