September 5, 2021

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• Wasp Warning.  Wasp populations are soaring, and they are coming for our food. 
• Do You Have a Thatch Problem?  Excess thatch kills lawns. Manage it now.
• Vegetables.  Sowing a cover crop, harvesting melons, killing stink bugs, and more.
• Fruits.  Harvesting apples and rhubarb, cracked apples, bleeding chokecherries, and more. 
• Landscapes.  Fertilizing lawns, planting trees, harvesting annual flowers, and more.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch.  Rains fell in most of ND last week, but the drought continues.  

August 19, 2021

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• Drought Survival Tips for Lawns.  Let's help our lawns survive this historic drought.
• Plant Health Care.  A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Vegetables:   Killing flea beetles and grasshoppers, sowing radish, and more. 
• Fruits and Lawns:   Coping with fruit scorch, sowing grass seed, and more. 
• Landscapes:   Mulching trees, managing galls, and more.  
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch.  Last week was exceptionally warm and very dry.  

August 4, 2021

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• Treasure Hunter Discovers Pesticide.  A scientist digging at a rum distillery found an organic pesticide.
• Preventing Rotten Tomatoes.  Learn to manage blossom end rot, the #1 threat to tomatoes today. 
• Plant Health Care.  A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch.  It's been another dry week, and there is no relief in sight. 
  
  
  

December 3, 2020

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• Our Holly in North Dakota.  Winterberry is great for making holiday decorations.
• Holiday Gifts for 2020.  Ho, ho, ho! It's time for shopping! 
• A 'Greener' Christmas Tree.  Select a tree that is friendly to the environment.
• A Christmas Carol.  Ebenezer Scrooge tells you how to kill your poinsettia. Bah, humbug!
• Holiday Plant Care.  Brighten your home with these holiday plants! 

November 1, 2020

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• The 'Wow!' Flower.  Grow amaryllis and be prepared to be amazed!
• New, Blue Perennials.  Blue flowers add a sense of peacefulness to the garden.   
• Hort Shorts.  A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Trees, Gardens and Lawns:  Irrigating evergreens, repelling deer, storing squash, and more. 
• Flowers:  Protecting non-hardy roses, planting tulips, caring for geraniums, and more.   
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch.  The growing season is over, but our drought continues to worsen.  

October 2, 2020

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• Landscaping with Onions.  Alliums are stunning, and now is the time to plant their bulbs. 
• Fall Colors of North Dakota.  Our native trees are glowing now.  
• Hort Shorts.  A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Landscapes:  Critterproof daffodils, irrigating evergreens, mowing lawns for winter, and more. 
• Fruits and Vegetables:  Storing potatoes and carrots, testing garden soil, and more.   
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch.  It's been another dry week, and there is no relief in sight.

September 17, 2020

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• Growing Garlic in North Dakota.  Plant garlic now and enjoy flavorful meals next summer. 
• Time for Tulips: Think Spring!  The first step to a colorful landscape next spring is to plant tulips now. 
• Plant Health Care.  A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Landscapes:  Planting mums and trees, killing weeds in lawns, and more. 
• Fruits and Vegetables:  Harvesting pumpkins and squash, ripening tomatoes indoors, and more.   
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch.  It's been another dry week, and there is no relief in sight.

September 7, 2020

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• Let's Grow a Great Lawn! September is the best month to improve your lawn. 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Fruits and Vegetables: Harvesting apples, slow to ripen tomatoes, scorched peppers and more. 
• Landscapes: Pine needles dropping, crabgrass dying, skunks digging and more.   
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch. Drought persists in western and central ND; no signs of relief coming. 

August 22, 2020

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• "Murder Hornet" Watch. Asian giant hornets have invaded America. Do we have to worry in ND? 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Landscapes: Earwigs on flowers, dying pine tips, sowing grass seed, and more.
• Vegetables: Flea beetles on cabbage, giant zucchini, harvesting potatoes and onions, and more. 
• Fruits: Fall webworms on chokecherry, fruitless apricot trees, scarred apples, and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch. Last week was dry across ND; drought conditions worsen in the west.

August 12, 2020

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• The Empress of Autumn. Northern Empress™ is a small elm that glows in autumn. 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Fruit and Vegetables: Smut on corn, blight on tomato vines, and more. 
• Landscapes: Early fall color, fertilizing strategies, scorched leaves, and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch. Dry conditions persist in the central and far western regions of ND. 

July 27, 2020

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• Rotten Tomatoes.  Gardeners are finding tomatoes with rotten bottoms.
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Fruit and Vegetables: Tomato blight, crooked cucumbers, bumpy broccoli, and more. 
• Landscapes: An invasive lily beetle, herbicide injury, fall webworms, and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch. Conditions are improving, especially in northwest ND.

July 20, 2020

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• A Better Blueberry.  Haskap is a promising new crop for us in North Dakota.
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Landscapes: Tree suckers in lawns, ash plant bugs, mossy rose galls, and more.
• Fruits and Vegetables: Potato beetles, blooming onions, and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.
• Drought Watch. Conditions are improving across our state.

July 6, 2020

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• Sunflower Bouquets -- Quick and Easy!  Grow a bouquet in 60 days or less.
• The Right Way to Water Your Lawn. Irrigate when needed and make every drop count.
• Drought Watch. The west is in a drought, the east is not. 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Landscapes: Tree mulching, Dutch elm disease, lawn fertilizing tips and more.
• Fruits and Vegetables: Deadly compost, wormy apples, rhubarb harvesting tips and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.  

June 22, 2020

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• Selecting a Crabapple.  Here's how to pick the best cultivar for your yard. 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Landscapes: Winter injury, woodpeckers, galls, lawn mowing tips and more.
• Fruits, Vegetables: Winter injury, damaged fruits, galls, herbicide injury and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

November 1, 2019

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• Did You Winterize Your Lawn?  Prepare your lawn for the long winter ahead. 
• Landscaping to Attract Birds. These trees and shrubs will attract birds to your home. 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Herbs, Fruits and Vegetables: Grow herbs indoors, mulch berries, clean under fruit trees, and more.
• Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers: Protect against deer, plant tulips, start amaryllis bulbs, and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of frost dates, temps, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

 October 8, 2019

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• Grow Your Own Coffeetree.  The Kentucky coffeetree is beautiful, tough and truly special. 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Fruits and Vegetables: Storing apples and potatoes, growing garlic and more.
• Trees and Shrubs, and Lawns: Wrapping trees, killing weeds, raking leaves and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of frost dates, temps, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

September 26, 2019

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• Growing Parrots in the Garden.  Parrot tulips are stunning in the garden and dazzling in bouquets! 
• Plant Health Care. A summary of timely activities and emerging disorders in landscapes. 
• Bugs in the Garden: Spiders, crickets, boxelder bugs, wasps and more.
• Fruits and Vegetables: Preparing for frost, finding wormy apples and more.
• Lawns, Trees and Shrubs: Backyard prairies, killing weeds, planting trees and more.  
• Weather Almanac. A summary of frost dates, temps, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

September 10, 2019

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• Improve Your Soil--Naturally.  Growing cover crops is becoming popular among gardeners. 
• Blazing Shrubs. These radiant plants look amazing in autumn! 
• Plant Health Care. Tips on harvesting crops, managing pests and diseases, and more!
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

  

August 27, 2019

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• Time to Fertilize Your Lawn.  Now is the best time to feed your lawn, while it grows its roots!  
• Plant Health Care. Tips on harvesting crops, managing pests and diseases, and more!
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

July 9, 2019

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• How to Prune Tomatoes.  Pruning will help to keep vines healthy and productive.  
• The Toughest Shrubs.  Do you need a tough shrub for your yard? Go to your gas station for ideas.   
• Plant Health Care. Tips on managing pests, diseases, herbicide injury and more!
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

  
June 10, 2019

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• Ash Disease Outbreak.  Cool, wet weather has led to ash trees shedding leaves prematurely.  
• Recovering From the Frigid Winter.  Help the plants in your yard recover from this past winter.   
• Plant Health Care. Tips on removing tree guards, mowing lawns, fighting ground squirrels, and more!
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

November 2018

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• Invite Birds to Your Yard. A bird feeding station will bring the wonders of wildlife to your home.
• What If EAB Came to Your Town? A new inventory of trees in ND towns shows how vulnerable we are. 
• Plant Health Care. Tips on irrigating evergreens, mowing, cleaning the garden and much more!.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.  

September 24, 2018

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• Stunning Fall Flowers.  Fall is a special season and there are perennials that sparkle now.   
• Plant Health Care.  Tips on ripening tomatoes, harvesting pumpkins, planting tulips, and more.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of frost dates, temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across ND.

  

 

  

  

  

September 10, 2018

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• Something Special About Yew.  Yews are superstars in the shade and provide year-round beauty.  
• Plant Health Care.  Tips on harvesting pumpkins, pruning raspberries, dividing peonies, planting trees and garlic, and much more.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

  

 

  

       

  
August 27, 2018

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• Stung by the Queen.  Learn how to fight back against wasps.  
• Cucumber vs. Tree.  Wild cucumbers grow aggressively; sometimes on top of trees. 
• It Has Been Dry, But There is Hope.  Soils in much of ND are dry; rains are beginning to provide relief. 
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.
  
   
  
  

August 20, 2018

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• The Toughest Tree in the West.  Russian-olive thrives under frigid temps, drought and salty soils. 
• Grasshopper Outbreak.  Learn how to stay one step ahead of grasshoppers.
• The Drought Returns.  Over half the state is suffering from dry conditions.
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

August 13, 2018

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• Are Your Trees Choking?  Many trees in North Dakota are being strangled by the own roots. 
• A Touch of the Prairie. Ornamental grasses are perfect perennials for us. Look at these superior cultivars.
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

August 6, 2018

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• Fast-Growing Shade Trees.  These trees provide quick shade for landscapes. 
• Countdown to Frost.  Will your tiny tomatoes and pumpkins ripen before frost? 
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

July 30, 2018

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• Measuring Rain at Home.  Make an informed decision when watering your yard and garden. 
• Sow Fall Vegetables.  Fall is the best season to grow radish, spinach and many other greens. 
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

July 23, 2018

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• Tree-Eating Sharks.  In honor of Shark Week, we discuss how mowers terrorize trees. 
• You Can't Buy Friendship.  Ladybugs are great friends in the garden, but don't buy them.
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

July 16, 2018

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• Healthy Tomato Vines.  Now is the time to protect tomato vines from diseases.
• Summer Blizzard.  Sweet mockorange is covered with snowy blossoms in June.
• Drought Relief.  A comparison of our drought status today and a year ago. 
• Plant Health Care.  Emerging pests and timely activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

July 9, 2018

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• Non-Stop Blooming Wild Rose. 'Nearly Wild' has the charm of a wild rose and blooms all summer. 
• Super Summer Lawns. Tips on caring for your lawn this summer.
• Plant Health Care. Emerging pests and timely gardening activities for your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

November 2, 2017

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• Japanese Beetle is Spreading. This major pest was detected in 12 new counties this year. 
• Deer-Resistant Perennials. Deer will stay away from these beautiful flowers.
• Winter Weather Forecast. Predictions of our national weather service and the Old Farmer's Almanac. 
• Chores & Challenges. A colorful look at timely gardening activities.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

October 7, 2017

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• 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.

September 22, 2017

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• 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.

August 18, 2017

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• 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.

August 1, 2017

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• 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.
  
  
  
    

July 3, 2017

June 26, 2017

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• 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.

June 9, 2017

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• 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.

November 22, 2016

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• Holiday Gifts for Gardeners.  Here are some ideas for your favorite gardeners.    
• New Romaine Lettuce is a Winner!  Get to know 'Fusion', a variety that ND gardeners love.  
• Edamame for North Dakota.  Fresh edamame from the garden is a delight.  
• Mountainash Hybrids for Fruit and Beauty.  These attractive trees produce lots of nutritious fruit.
• Weather Almanac.  Check out the latest data and trends.

November 7, 2016

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• Bitter Cold, Snowy Winter Likely.  Much of ND is predicted to have a harsher than normal winter.    
• Deer Repellents.  Now is a critical time to protect your plants from deer damage. 
• Growing Fragrant Hyacinth Indoors.  A hyacinth can fill a room with sweet smelling perfume.  
• Winterize Your Mower.  It's time to put your lawn mower away for the winter.
• Last-Minute Chores.  Mulch tender plants, clean up your garden, wrap trees, plant tulips, and more.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

October 12, 2016

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• The Secret to Making Pumpkin Pie.  America's favorite pumpkin pie has a secret Ingredient.    
• Dakota Fall Colors.  Enjoy the beautiful leaves of our native trees.
• Timely Topics.  Tips on planting garlic, cleaning up the garden, wrapping trees, and more activities.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

September 27, 2016

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• The Grand Finale!  Nothing can match the brilliance of mums in autumn.    
• Apple Harvest Season.  It's apple picking time! Learn how to harvest and store apples. 
• Bon Voyage, Monarchs.  The monarchs of ND have began their remarkable trek to Mexico.
• Timely Topics.  An illustrated survey of timely management practices in your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

September 12, 2016

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• A Mysterious, Magnificent Tree.  The Ohio buckeye will fascinate you with its flowers and foliage.   
• Big, Bold Tulips.  Darwin hybrids have big blooms on sturdy stems.  
• Timely Topics.  An illustrated survey of timely management practices in your yard and garden.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

August 31, 2016

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• Secrets for Growing Sweet Potatoes.  Can we grow sweet potatoes in North Dakota? Absolutely!   
• Loving Your Lawn.  September is the best month to fertilize, aerate and kill weeds in your lawn. 
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

 August 21, 2016

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• Maximize the Harvest.  Gardens are at their peak. Learn how to maximize your yield this fall.   
• Annual Weeds Matching Quiz.  How many of these weeds can you recognize? 
• Landscaping in Salty Soils.  Take these steps to help plants cope with this harsh environment. 
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

July 29, 2016

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• Grow Your Own Smoothie!  Now is a great time to sow spinach for making smoothies.   
• Safe and Natural Insecticides.  Enjoy a safe and abundant harvest by using these natural products. 
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

July 13, 2016

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• Mysterious Crop Circles. Leafcutter bees are carving circles in the leaves of bushes.   
• Trees in Shock.  Recently planted trees are in shock. Irrigate them regularly. 
• Hort Shorts.  Protecting fruits from birds, irrigating a lawn, and monitoring for spotted-wing drosophila.. 
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

June 30, 2016

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• Purple Power.  Purple plants can make a dramatic statement in a landscape..  
• Mulch Madness.  A comparison of rock mulch versus shredded bark mulch. 
• Hort Shorts.  Controlling skunk damage; taking a soil sample; preventing birch borers.
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

June 20, 2016

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• Invite Butterflies to Your Yard!  These delicate creatures will enchant you.  
• Matching Quiz.  How many of these butterflies can you recognize? 
• Hort Shorts.  Summaries of growing aronia, lawn mowing tips, and managing messy crabapples.
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

June 8, 2016

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• The Epsom Salt Myth.  Epsom salt does not prevent blossom end rot; it promotes it.  
• Online Plant Doctors.  These online tools help you keep your plants healthy.
• Warmer Than Normal Summer?  Our growing season may be warm with normal amounts of rain. 
• Hort Shorts.  Summaries of growing aronia, lawn mowing tips, and managing messy crabapples.
• Survey of Problems.  An illustrated survey of emerging pests and problems in our state.
• Weather Almanac.  A summary of temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across North Dakota.

November 1, 2015

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• Landscaping for winter. Design a landscape that looks great during our long, long winter. Think bark! 
• Tree bark ID quiz. How many of these trees can you recognize by their bark?
• Cardinals are coming.  Cardinals are flocking to the Dakotas. Learn how to attract these and other songbirds to your yard. 
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of growing tulips indoors, storing your lawn mower, and understanding blue raspberries.
• Last-minute chores. An illustrated survey of projects to do before winter arrives.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of frost dates, temperatures, rainfall and other weather data across the state.
   

October 1, 2015

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• Seeking balance. It's a challenge to balance the desire to have a quality lawn while minimizing our exposure to toxic pesticides. 
• Tree leaf ID quiz. How many of these popular trees can you recognize by their leaves?
• Jack Frost is late.  Most gardens have not experienced frost. Learn how to protect your tender plants. 
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of growing herbs indoors, ripening tomatoes indoors, and discovering the golden larch.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.
   

September 15, 2015

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• Simple and beautiful. 'Annabelle' hydrangea is easy to grow and blooms prolifically. 
• Do you know your lawn weeds?  Can you identify these 10 weeds? We'll tell you how to control them too!
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of growing apricots, discovering Jolt™ dianthus, and providing water to birds during winter.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

September 1, 2015

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• Discover diervilla. A tough shrub with striking beauty. 
• When to harvest?  It can be difficult to decide when to harvest some vegetables and fruits. Here are some tips.  
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of pruning red raspberries, growing garlic, and propagating coleus.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.
   

August 23, 2015

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• Radiant and reliable. Sedum is a fall-blooming perennial that thrives in North Dakota. 
• Grow your own gold. Fall-sown cover crops will add organic matter ("black gold") to your garden soil.  
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of picking flowers for bouquets, recognizing toxic berries, and laying sod.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.
  
  

August 11, 2015

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• First impressions. The first fall colors are on display. A look at Hot Wings® tatarian maple. 
• Vines add a special touch. Vines accentuate the beauty of landscapes. Discover the best vines for ND.  
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of mulching trees, monitoring emerald ash borer and managing wasps.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.
  
  
   

July 31, 2015

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• Perfect perennials. Ornamental grasses are perfect for our prairie soils and are beautiful year-round. 
• Bee friendly. Bees in ND are threatened by economic development and mites. Learn how to promote bee activity in your yard.  
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of building mason bee houses, growing blackberries and caring for shady lawns.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

July 18, 2015

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• Restore the monarchy. Gardeners can support the restoration of monarchs in North Dakota by planting milkweed. 
• Our state tree makes a comeback. Elms are hardy, sturdy and grow fast. Now there are cultivars that resist Dutch elm disease.  
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of monitoring for spotted wing drosophila, working safely in the heat, and harvesting leafy herbs.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.
   

July 7, 2015

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• A Miniature, Magical World. With a little imagination and some dwarf plants you can create a mini-garden full of wonder.. 
• Get Ready for Fall Veggies! Many vegetables thrive under the cool temps of fall. Make plans now.  
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of renovating strawberry patches, feeding birds in summer, and growing sunflowers in pots.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather Almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

July 1, 2015

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• "Blueberries" for North Dakota. Blueberries are nearly impossible to grow in ND. Grow Canadian haskaps instead. 
• Twisted tomatoes and taters. Herbicide injury is the #1 threat to gardens right now. 
• Hort Shorts. Summaries of summer lawn care, apple maggot control, and Dutch elm disease.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

June 25, 2015

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• Peonies on parade. This popular flower is in full bloom. Learn how to start your own bed of peonies.
• First aid after storms. Fierce winds and ice pellets ravaged gardens last week.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

June 15, 2015

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• Japanese tree lilac. This tough tree has become one of the most popular trees in North Dakota.
• Rusty plants. Wet weather has contributed to an outbreak of rust diseases on trees and shrubs. 
• Survey . An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

June 8, 2015

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• Is today the day? Today is a great day to start your backyard orchard.
• Did you sow GMO-free seeds? If you are not sure, the answer is yes.
• Support your tomatoes. Support and prune tomato vines for healthier vines and higher quality fruits..
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

June 1, 2015

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• Ash trees dropping leaves. Cool, wet weather during bud break has led to an outbreak of disease.
• Do trees need fertilizer? Learn if and when your trees need fertilizer.
• Grow a giant pumpkin. Tips for growing the biggest pumpkin in the neighborhood.
• Survey. An illustrated survey of timely topics and emerging pests.
• Weather almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

May 26, 2015

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• Can you eat rhubarb after a frost? Cold temperatures damaged rhubarb. Soft, mushy stems should not be eaten.
• Assessing frost damage. A review of frost damage on leafy trees, evergreens, vegetables and perennial flowers.
• Would you like to be a bug trapper? A volunteer network is being established to trap Japanese beetle. 
• Weather almanac. A summary of temperatures and other weather data across the state.

For more information, please contact Tom Kalb, Extension Horticulturist, North Dakota State University.