How do we reap the benefits of compost while keeping pathogens from contaminating our fruits and vegetables? Here are some suggestions.
Best Grasses for Kansas Lawns
Growing a perfect lawn can be difficult in Kansas due to our challenging climate and soils. The solution is to choose grasses adapted to Kansas conditions.
Top 10 Soil Resources
No matter how much we learn about the biology, chemistry, and other properties of soil, there is always more to discover. Read on to find out what our readers have been researching.
Pros and Cons of Saving Seeds
Considering saving seeds for the first time? This can be a rewarding project, but there are a few pitfalls. Here's what you need to know.
Gardening Calendar
New to gardening? A common issue is deciding what to do when. Kansas Healthy Yards and Communities from K-State Research and Extension offers some advice.
Pros and Cons of Raw Wool as a Garden Mulch
Before jumping on the wool-mulching bandwagon, it is best to take a look at the pros and cons of mulching with wool. What works well in one situation may not be desirable in another.
Grazing Management by Species: Poultry
Poultry are not true grazing animals, but they will consume some grass in their diet. Furthermore, poultry play an important role in pasture ecology.
Is It Possible to Use Too Much Compost?
You may have heard the adage, "You can't have too much compost." But is it true? A recurring theme in nature is balance. Too much or too little of anything causes problems.
Do Plants Need Vitamins?
Most gardening resources list the mineral needs of plants. But do plants, like humans and animals, need vitamins? The answers may not be quite what you expect.
How Much Water Does It Take to Grow Pecans?
Pecans in Kansas will sometimes require irrigation if they are to produce a large, high-quality crop.
Homestead on the Range 