Yard and Garden News

2022 Garden Calendar Features Iowa Edibles

Thu, 11/18/2021 - 13:13

The 2022 Garden Calendar produced by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach features edible plants and flowers.

Master Gardener Winter Series Returns Dec. 8

Wed, 11/17/2021 - 13:34

The Master Gardener series offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is designed to expand gardening knowledge and allow gardeners to connect with experts from across the field.

Salazar to Help Lead Produce Safety Outreach

Tue, 11/16/2021 - 11:21

Andre Salazar, newly hired food safety expert with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, looks forward to educating the produce industry about new standards and regulations.

Yard and Garden: Harvesting and Storing Seeds

Wed, 11/10/2021 - 11:27

Horticulture specialists with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach offer advice on fall seed saving.

Yard and Garden: Managing Fallen Leaves

Tue, 11/02/2021 - 13:34

Leaves have many benefits for your lawn, but may require some management in the fall, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Wine Wednesday Series Returns in Iowa

Tue, 10/12/2021 - 11:13

Expand your wine and grape knowledge by attending one or more Wine Wednesday events being offered by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Yard and Garden: Planting and Growing Garlic

Fri, 10/08/2021 - 13:41

This week's Yard and Garden article from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach explains how to grow and harvest garlic.

Iowa Organic Conference Is Nov. 28-29 in Iowa City

Mon, 10/04/2021 - 10:37

Attend the Iowa Organic Conference Nov. 28-29 and get an industry update from experts, including Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Yard and Garden: Planting Spring-Blooming Bulbs

Mon, 09/27/2021 - 08:56

Fall is a great time to think about the colors of spring, and plant the appropriate bulbs, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.

Herzog Is New Iowa Master Gardener Program Coordinator

Fri, 09/17/2021 - 12:54

Alicia Herzog, new leader of the Master Gardener Program with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, is committed to all Iowans and communities.

Yard and Garden: Cool Season Annuals

Tue, 09/14/2021 - 13:47

Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, offers some advice that can help Iowans enjoy colorful annuals into November.

Yard and Garden: Late Summer Lawn Care

Fri, 08/27/2021 - 13:36

Aaron Steil, consumer horticulture specialist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, offers fall lawn care advice for Iowans.

Turfgrass Field and Demonstration Day Is Sept. 8

Fri, 08/27/2021 - 12:53

This year's turfgrass field day will be held Sept. 8 at the Iowa State University Horticulture Research Station north of Ames.

Turfgrass Publications Cover Soil Health and Warm-Season Grasses

Fri, 08/27/2021 - 10:21

As warm-season grasses become more popular in Iowa, these guides from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach can help improve lawns.

Growing Together Iowa Receives $85,000 from Amerigroup for Statewide Community Garden Project Supplying Fresh Produce to Area Food Pantries

Thu, 08/26/2021 - 14:57

Growing Together Iowa, a donation gardening and nutrition education project from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, has received $85,000 from Amerigroup, a leading managed care company. The gift is supporting a statewide community garden initiative that will provide nearly 110,000 pounds of fresh produce to area food pantries.