Learn more about what is blooming around Iowa, what are some common questions and pests for the week, as well as timely tasks in the garden and landscape.

When selecting plants for the shade garden, don't overlook native woodland wildflowers.  Woodland wildflowers are attractive additions to home landscapes and are easy to grow when given a favorable site.  

When purchasing plants for those shady areas in the landscape, consider these woodland wildflowers. 

We knew there’d be a price to pay for those warm days we enjoyed last February and March, and here it is.  This spring (at least on the ISU campus), magnolia species that we’ve come to depend on for an avalanche of April color, sit quietly in the corner with only a smattering of flowers.  What happened?

Arbor Day is Friday, April 26th. Of course, the best way to celebrate is by planting a tree! See this article for more resources on planting trees.

Here in Central Iowa, it’s just about a month to our frost-free date. We have lots of little plants growing in our greenhouse (and still quite a few in seeding trays!). As we get closer to those hot summer harvest days, there are a few AAS Winners I'm dreaming of.

Now that the weather is getting warmer, plant sale season is upon us! Throughout May you will find several plant sales hosted by Master Gardeners around the state. Support your local Master Gardener group and find an assortment of annuals, perennials, and vegetable seedlings for the gardening season.