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.

There are many reasons to plant a tree- beyond the well-known. Read about Dr. Iles' best reasons for planting a tree.

There are so many options in the garden center, and yet some plants seem to be everywhere (and some of them are even invasive)! These recommended alternatives are a great option for a similar plant that can introduce diversity and have fewer problems.

As you prepare to plant your vegetable gardens, you may wonder if tilling is the best option. Tilling has many advantages and drawbacks. Learn more and find out the best way for you to prepare your garden for planting.

Spring yard care in Iowa includes mowing at 2.5-3 inches, using slow-release fertilizer, applying preemergent herbicide for crabgrass, and watering deeply but infrequently. Avoid seeding in spring to minimize weed issues.

Recently, news articles have been popping up across the country indicating that the spotted lanternfly has returned to many states in the U.S., including Iowa. Learn about the current status of the insect in Iowa.