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.

When a summer heat wave arrives, it can be stressful for the plants and gardeners alike.  The plants of your landscape will require a little more TLC to make it through periods of extreme heat.  Here are a few tips to protect your lawn, garden, and landscape when temperatures soar.

The weather this year has been highly conducive to the foliar fungal disease of lilac called Pseudocercospora leaf spot. Learn what you can do if you think you're seeing this disease on your lilacs in the article.

Picking vegetables at the right stage makes a big difference in flavor, texture, and quality. From beans and cucumbers to tomatoes and sweet corn, this handy guide provides harvest tips for a wide range of garden crops so you can enjoy your produce at its best.

With many recent storms across the state, there are trees with notable damage. Knowing what to prune and when to call a professional can make all the difference in a tree's recovery and your safety. Learn how to assess storm damage, reduce hazards, and determine the next steps after trees weather a storm.

Are your garden plants getting too much water, too little, or just enough? Knowing how much water your plants actually receive is important for a healthy, productive garden but not always easy to figure out. Learn how to determine the amount of water to use when watering your plants.