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NDSU Yard & Garden Report

News for gardeners in North Dakota

NDSU Yard & Garden Report for October 7, 2017

October 7, 2017

Pink Pearls. Improved cultivars of coralberry stand out in winter landscapes and holiday bouquets.
Hardy, Drought-Tolerant Trees. These leafy trees can withstand our cold, dry climate.
Storing Your Harvest. Extend the enjoyment of your harvest by storing your vegetables properly.
Drought Watch. The drought is ending in the east and conditions are improving across the state.
Chores & Challenges. A survey of timely gardening activities and emerging pests.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

New, Colorful Coneflowers. Hybrids with brighter colors and unique flower shapes are drawing attention.
Hardy, Drought-Tolerant Shrubs. These flowering shrubs can withstand our harsh climate.
Planting Trees in Fall. Now is a good time to plant trees.
Drought Watch. The west got a little relief, but drought conditions persist across much of the state.
Chores & Challenges. A survey of timely gardening activities and emerging pests.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

Gold Rush. Golden conifers are one of the hottest trends in landscaping today.
Should You Aerate Your Lawn? Almost all lawns benefit from aeration and now is a great time to do it.
Drought Watch. Most of North Dakota landscapes are stressed from a severe drought.
Chores & Challenges. A survey of timely gardening activities and emerging pests.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

Special Salads. Now is a great time to grow salad greens!
Handy Tech for Watering Trees. Communities are using watering bags to save time and labor.
Drought Watch. Most of North Dakota landscapes are stressed from a severe drought.
Chores & Challenges. A survey of timely gardening activities and emerging pests.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

The All-Star Pollinator Magnet. Butterfly weed is the Perennial Plant of the Year for 2017.
Extend Your Growing Season. Row covers accelerate growth and protect crops from frost.
Drought Watch. Most of North Dakota landscapes are stressed from a severe drought.
Chores & Challenges. A survey of timely gardening activities and emerging pests.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

New Hazelnuts Show Promise. Hybrid hazelnuts will open new opportunities for nut production.
Japanese Beetle Alert. Beetle-infested nursery stock was sold throughout much of ND.
Drought Watch. Conditions in Central and SW North Dakota are extreme---scorching temps are coming.
Chores & Challenges. A survey of timely gardening activities and emerging pests.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

Backyard Camping. First Editions® Campfire rose is a hardy, carefree shrub full of radiant blooms.
Drought Watch. Monitor our drought status and projections for the rest of the summer.
Wormfree Apples. Learn how to scout for apple maggot, the #1 pest of apples in ND.
Chores & Challenges. Timely tips on caring for trees, fruits, veggies and more.
Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

Special Lilacs. These three cultivars are standout performers.
Conserving Water in the Landscape. Learn how to care for your landscape under drought conditions.
Chores & Challenges. Emerging pests and timely gardening activities for your yard and garden.
Weather Almanac. Monitor the hot, dry weather in your community.

Written by Tom Kalb, Extension Horticulturist, North Dakota State University. Go to the Archives for previously published issues.