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.

Many gardeners are interested in growing native plants. Even native plants need to be matched to their growing conditions. Find the right native plant for any place in your garden with these Iowa native plant lists.

Near- or below-freezing temperatures have hit recently. Learn about what to expect and what you can do to help plants that experience a freeze after breaking dormancy.

Responsible lawn watering is important. Water lawns only after they green up; irrigate about 1 inch per week; avoid overwatering; maintain equipment; and support turf with proper mowing, aeration, and fertilizer.

As we start planning and planting it’s important to start with the soil. Creating and maintaining good soil is essential to successful plant growth. Learn more about soil and how to improve it to better support plant growth, including information on organic matter, fertilizers, tilling, and soil pH.

Asparagus is one of the most popular spring vegetables in the home vegetable garden. Learn about site selection, soil preparation, cultivars, weed control, planting, insect pests, harvesting, and after-harvest care.