With all kinds of extreme weather, it is a miracle that the vast majority of plants survive and even thrive in the north-central U.S.

Pumpkin-on-a-stick is an ornamental eggplant that can be eaten in things like stir fries or used for fall decorating.

NDSU Extension is now accepting applications for the 2024 Extension Master Gardener Program.

To prevent disease transmission to plants next year, garden tools should be subjected to a two-step cleaning and disinfecting process.

While not pleasant to eat, cranberrybush viburnum and chokeberry are beautiful additions to winter landscapes.

NDSU Extension recommends applying a nitrogen fertilizer that is 50% slow release before September 15th.

Summary: Black and yellow garden spiders are beneficial garden insects.

The field day will include presentations on fruit, hemp and vegetable production research and grape breeding.

Olla watering is a very old form of irrigation using clay pots that are buried in the soil and filled with water.

There are many fun, creative ways to involve youth in building pollinator habitats.

The event will feature walking tours of the annual and perennial flower gardens.

Prostrate knotweed thrives in nutrient poor and compacted soil conditions and during hot and dry weather.

Several Master Gardener volunteers were honored during the recent North Dakota State University Extension Master Gardener program awards ceremony.

To improve your lawn's health, resist mowing your grass too short.

Instead of buying sleeping lady beetles from California, it makes more sense to provide an environment that is inviting to our local lady beetles.

No Mow May is a British pollinator movement that was embraced by the town of Appleton, Wisconsin

Okra is usually thought of as a southern vegetable but with a little knowledge we can grow it in our northern gardens.

Since 2008, NDSU Extension has worked with hundreds of families to identify the best varieties for our state.

NDSU Extension horticulturist gives recommendations for issues facing lawns this spring.

Growing an apple tree from apple seeds is a challenging, but worthwhile, endeavor.

There has been amazing progress in the development of sweet corn varieties over our lifetimes.

If you are looking for something active to do while waiting for spring to arrive, consider giving your houseplants a little TLC or pruning your trees.

Carnivorous plants, like the Venus fly trap, are unique because they can trap and kill insects.

Now that emerald ash borer has been found close to North Dakota, people with ash trees need to make some decisions about controlling this invasive insect.

In addition to physical benefits, green spaces also can result in improved mental health.

Peat moss is used as a soil amendment because of its water holding capacity, and at the same time, it promotes water drainage.

Extension horticulturist shares the best pea varieties for North Dakota.

Gardening is a great way to get in more physical activity along with growing nutritious foods to incorporate into your daily diet.

The grants provide opportunities for youth to learn about gardening and our environment.

Indoor and outdoor plants are good for our mental and physical health.