Keep up-to-date on gardening topics. 

Learn more about what is blooming around Iowa, what are some common gardening questions, frequent pests for the week, and timely tasks for the garden and landscape.

Hackberry trees across the state are losing yellow leaves. However, this is a normal response to changing weather, and the long-term health of the tree is not in danger.

Blue flowers are trending. While blue is considered a rare hue in nature, there are several beautiful blooms you can add to your garden and landscape. Find a perennial, annual, groundcover, bulb, or vine in beautiful blue. Consider a few for containers or accents to celebrate the 4th of July this year.

Growing green beans is one of the easiest ways to enjoy fresh produce right from your garden, but a few common problems can limit your harvest. Learn how to plant, care for, and troubleshoot issues to keep your beans productive all season long.

Tired of deer eating your hostas? Heartleaf brunnera may be just for you! Brunnera is a shade-loving perennial grown for its heart-shaped foliage and bright blue spring flowers, thriving in moist soils. It’s similar in size and leaf shape to hosta, and is just as reliable and low-maintenance.

Spring weather generates a lot of growth (and mowing) for the lawn. But as we transition into warmer, drier weather the turf will start to show more signs of stress. Learn what changes to make to your lawn care routine to help the lawn do well, even in the summer.