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Looking for a perennial that keeps working late into the season? Tall sedum is a great choice!Tall sedums produce cluste...
10/02/2026

Looking for a perennial that keeps working late into the season? Tall sedum is a great choice!

Tall sedums produce clusters of flowers from late summer into fall, providing an important source of nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators when many other plants have finished blooming.

They are also wonderfully easy to grow. Plant them in full sun and well-drained soil, and don't overdo the fertilizer. Wet soil can lead to problems, and overly rich soil may cause plants to become tall and floppy.

One of the best-known varieties is 'Autumn Joy,' but there are many newer selections with different flower and foliage colors.

Have you noticed small bumps stuck to the stems or leaves of your plants? They could be scale insects! Scale can be easy...
10/01/2026

Have you noticed small bumps stuck to the stems or leaves of your plants? They could be scale insects! Scale can be easy to overlook because many species don't look much like insects. They may appear as small brown, gray, white, or tan bumps on plants.

Take a closer look at stems, leaves, and branches when scouting your plants. Early detection can make management easier.

🔎 Garden tip: Don't assume every bump is an insect. Proper identification is the first step before deciding how to manage a pest.

Fall cleanup doesn't have to mean cutting everything back!  Some spent flowers and stems can provide food and shelter fo...
09/30/2026

Fall cleanup doesn't have to mean cutting everything back! Some spent flowers and stems can provide food and shelter for pollinators and other beneficial insects through the winter. Seed heads can also provide food for birds.

Before you grab the pruners, take a look at your flower beds and ask: Does this really need to be cleaned up now?

Consider leaving healthy plant stems and seed heads standing through winter, while removing diseased plants and anything that could cause problems next year. Sometimes, a little less cleanup can be better for the garden!

Have you noticed monarchs passing through your garden this fall? They are on an incredible journey!Fall monarchs can tra...
09/29/2026

Have you noticed monarchs passing through your garden this fall? They are on an incredible journey!

Fall monarchs can travel thousands of miles as they make their way south toward their overwintering grounds in Mexico. Along the way, they need plenty of nectar from flowers to fuel their journey.

Want to help? Plant late-blooming flowers such as goldenrod, asters, and tall sedum to provide an important food source during migration.

The next time you see a monarch in your garden, remember—you may be watching a small part of one of nature's great migrations!

Come find me at the Resource Fair at the Andover Senior Center from 9 am to 2 pm.
09/23/2026

Come find me at the Resource Fair at the Andover Senior Center from 9 am to 2 pm.

The butterflies are here!!! Come join us as we are citizen scientists tagging butterflies to track their migration!!
09/23/2026

The butterflies are here!!! Come join us as we are citizen scientists tagging butterflies to track their migration!!

🦋✨THE BUTTERFLIES HAVE ARRIVED🚨‼️

We have been told by our trusty KDWP biologist that the butterflies have started to roost. The monarch tagging will take place Wednesday (tomorrow) September 23 at 6 PM at El Dorado State Park Boulder Bluff 3.

We will have some nets available but feel free to bring your own!! Hot dogs and sides will be served as supplies last. We hope to see you there!

MYTH: “You can save seeds from all vegetables and get the same plant next year.”FACT: Not necessarily! 🌱Seeds from open-...
09/18/2026

MYTH: “You can save seeds from all vegetables and get the same plant next year.”

FACT: Not necessarily! 🌱

Seeds from open-pollinated varieties can generally be saved and grown the following year with characteristics similar to the parent plant.

Hybrid varieties are different. Seeds saved from hybrids may grow into healthy plants, but they may not have the same size, color, flavor, or other traits as the original plant.

Cross-pollination can also create surprises, especially with crops that readily cross with other varieties.

🌱 Want to save seed? Check your seed packet and look for open-pollinated varieties. Choose seeds from healthy plants with the traits you want to grow again.

Goldenrod is a beautiful Kansas native that provides valuable late-season food for bees, butterflies, and other pollinat...
09/17/2026

Goldenrod is a beautiful Kansas native that provides valuable late-season food for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

But here's something you may not know... Goldenrod often gets blamed for fall allergies, but it's usually not the culprit! Goldenrod pollen is primarily carried by insects. Ragweed, which blooms around the same time, produces lightweight pollen that is spread by the wind and is a much more common cause of seasonal allergies.

So the next time you see a field of goldenrod, enjoy the golden color and the pollinators it supports!

A soil test can help take the guesswork out of garden care. Your results can indicate soil pH and nutrient levels and pr...
09/16/2026

A soil test can help take the guesswork out of garden care. Your results can indicate soil pH and nutrient levels and provide recommendations for what your garden may need.

Remember, more fertilizer isn't always better! If a nutrient is already at an adequate level, adding more may be unnecessary.

🧪 Test your soil
📋 Read your results
🌱 Follow the recommendations
💰 Save money by applying only what is needed

Have you had your garden soil tested recently?

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