Yard and Garden
Yard and Garden

Publications

The Iowa State Extension Store offers a number of publications as a free downloadable PDF or for purchase.

All publications related to home gardening can be found below. Find more information at the Extension Store.

Extension Publications

  • Enterprise Budget: Raspberries

    Enterprise Budget: Raspberries

    Raspberries are a favorite among consumers. This sweet fruit has become increasingly popular in the last decade with the United States as the world’s third largest producer. Washington, California, and Oregon are the leading producers in this country, but raspberries are suitable to grow in Iowa. Raspberry harvest begins in the early months of summer and extends into early fall. The first full crop from a raspberry planting will be harvested in the second year after planting.

    Commercial production of raspberries is a long-term commitment with stands usually lasting 10 years. Careful site and variety selection, soil preparation and irrigation are important in the planning process.

  • Especially for Kids! Plant Zoo

    Especially for Kids! Plant Zoo

    Discover the many plants that have been named after animals. Public gardens, such as Reiman Gardens, have several of the plants described here.

  • Establishing a Lawn from Seed

    Establishing a Lawn from Seed

    Following proper procedures and planting high quality seed are the keys to successfully establishing a lawn. More details here.

  • Fall Tips to Ensure a Healthy Green Yard in the Spring

    Fall Tips to Ensure a Healthy Green Yard in the Spring

    In the fall, is the perfect time for maintaining your lawn. It's time to focus on turfgrass practices such as mowing, aeration, fertilization and seeding. The work you do in the fall helps your lawn recover from summer stresses and prepares it for another Iowa winter. This publication offers best practices to ensure a healthy lawn through the fall months and to start next spring with the necessary steps.