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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Caution on Compost . . . Can It Be Too Much of a Good Thing? by Patti O'Neal

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Amend, amend, and amend.  It is the mantra we all chant when managing our Colorado soils.  We here at CSU are constantly recommending t...
Friday, May 16, 2014

How to Plant Tomatoes in Colorado

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It just snowed here but we know that tomato planting time is nigh! Here's a video from Carol O'Meara, Boulder County Extension Agent...
Thursday, May 8, 2014

Lawns Struggling as Spring Gets Underway by Mary Small

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It’s not that unusual for lawns to look a bit tough right now, especially when MotherNature hasn’t been cooperative with moisture! What’s a...
Monday, May 5, 2014

Tending to Roses in the Spring by Donna Duffy

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It’s finally beginning to feel like spring! Your roses are probably showing signs of life again with canes turning green and leaf buds star...
Thursday, May 1, 2014

What is an Heirloom Plant by Caroline Reardon

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njhealthfederation.org An heirloom seed today will grow into a plant that is an exact replica of its 50- to 100-year-old ancestor. And ...
Tuesday, April 22, 2014

Two Foothill Gardening Experiences in 2013 by Ed Powers

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In 2013 I started the year where I left off in 2012. In 2012 I had just moved to Evergreen from Detroit, Michigan and was able to start ...
Monday, April 14, 2014

Winter Damage in Colorado Evergreens by Mary Small

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Many conifers aren’t looking too great right now. Much of the problem is related to dry fall and winter weather over the last couple o...
Friday, April 11, 2014

Lilac Ash Borer Does Not Equal Emerald Ash Borer by Mary Small

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  Lilac Ash Borer Damage in Ash I was recently sent this photo and asked if I thought this could be emerald ash borer damage. Apparen...
Saturday, April 5, 2014

Using Potato Grow Bags in Colorado by Ellen Goodnight

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Photo amazon.com I will be the first to confess that I am not an expert potato grower. Further, I will admit that I have tried to grow...
Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Growing Blueberries in Colorado by Carol King

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Photo by Carol King Who doesn't love a blueberry?  They are one of the super foods, filled with antioxidents.  These tiny, round blu...
Wednesday, March 26, 2014

A History of Saving Seeds By Ellen Goodnight

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Saving vegetable and flower seeds is what our mothers and grandmothers did, year after year. Most often it was for economical reasons. If...
Saturday, March 22, 2014

Not So Fast! Gardening Tips for Early Spring by Donna Duffy

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Pasqueflower emerging in March Yes, it does feel a bit like Spring outside. And yes, there are signs of life in your yard and garden. A...