Horticulture

Rhubarb

Guest Columnist - March 4, 2025

Rhubarb is a perennial vegetable native to Asia. The leaf stalks are used for jellies, sauces and pies. One of the biggest concerns with growing...

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Potatoes

Guest Columnist - March 4, 2025

Mid-March to April is planting time for spring potatoes. Begin with disease-free tubers from a reputable source. Potatoes from the grocery store may not...

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The Harvey County Home and Garden Show

Guest Columnist - February 28, 2025

The Harvey County Home and Garden Show is next month at the Dyck Arboretum in Hesston! Mark March 22 and 23 on your calendar...

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My favorite potato varieties

Guest Columnist - February 27, 2025

My favorite potato varieties to plant are Red Norland and Yukon Gold. Fortunately, there are many varieties to choose from now days so everyone...

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Overcome poor soil, lack of space with straw bale gardening

Guest Columnist - February 25, 2025

Straw bale gardens are becoming popular with growers plagued with poor soil or limited garden space, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein....

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Horticulture 2025 Newsletter No. 02

Guest Columnist - February 6, 2025

1712 Claflin, 2021 Throckmorton Plant Science Center Manhattan, KS 66506 (785) 532-6173 ANNOUNCEMENTS: Final Countdown! Horticulture Newsletter Needs Assessment This is the final month for the Horticulture Newsletter feedback...

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