Management

Follow

To Follow Topic
RegisterTo follow topic register if you are not registered or tab to login. LoginTo follow topic login.

Tips on Planting Trees and Shrubs

by Heather Ahring

MF3670

This publication provides guidelines for optimal plant spacing, preparation of planting sites, and irrigation and fertilization practices. It emphasizes the importance of proper spacing based on geographic location and plant species to ensure healthy growth. It also outlines steps for site preparation, including removing competing vegetation and protecting seedlings from wildlife. Additionally, it offers irrigation schedules based on soil type and advises on fertilization, particularly for deciduous trees on poorer soils. 2 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Sep 2024

Indicator Plants of Forest and Woodland Health in Kansas

by Ryan Armbrust et al.

MF3640

Introduction to identifying herbaceous plants in forests and woodlands of Kansas. Publication helps answer questions about ecological health, and the degree of damage or stability, in woods. 72 pages, color.

Published Date: Dec 2023

Growing for the Next Generation: 2023 Annual Report, Kansas Forest Service

by Jason Hartman

RPT110

Report of activity for the Kansas Forest Service. Topics include stream management, community forestry, fire management, sustainability, and stewardship. 16 pages, color.

Published Date: Dec 2023

Selecting and Planting a Tree

by Tim McDonnell

L870

When choosing trees at the nursery, select a high-quality tree. This publication identifies points to look for in a dormant tree 5 feet or taller. 4 p.

Published Date: Aug 2008

Keeping up with Research: Factors Influencing the Adoption of Riparian Forest Buffers in the Tuttle Creek Reservoir Watershed of Kansas

by Thad Rhodes

SRL143

Permanent streamside trees, shrubs, and grasses reduce erosion, and problems of water quality and quantity. This study surveys the preferences of private landowners for streamside vegetation on agricultural land. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Mar 2017

Red Flag Warning and Fire Weather Information

by Eric Ward

MF2775

Weather is important in conducting a prescribed burn on pastures and range. No burning should be conducted on a Red Flag day. Fire weather information is available online. 2 pages, 2 color.

Revision Date: Apr 2022

Pine Wilt: A Fatal Disease of Exotic Pines in the Midwest

by Mark Gleason

MF2425

This bulletin explains how pine wilt is caused, how it spreads in the landscape, and measures that can be taken to manage the disease. 8-page, color.

Ttile is available for download only, it is not available in print.

Published Date: Feb 2000

Conifer Trees for Kansas: A Guide to Landscape Evergreens

by Tim McDonnell Jason J. Griffin

MF3423

Describes landscape evergreens suitable for specific regions in Kansas. Includes botanical and common names, photos, growth rates and dimensions, significant pests, with comments from the authors based on personal observations. 24 pages, color.

Published Date: Mar 2018

Lion Tailing and its Impact on Tree Health

by Tim McDonnell

MF3551

Lion tailing is an improper tree pruning practice, the excessive thinning or removal of the interior branches, leaving most of the foliage and canopy on the branch ends. Excessive pruning causes stress for trees. 2-pages, color.

Published Date: Mar 2021

Top Ten Tree-Planting Mistakes

by Eric Berg Tim McDonnell

MF3238

Learn about some of the most common mistakes made when planting trees. 2-page, 2-color.

Published Date: Aug 2015

Drought-Tolerant Trees for South-Central Kansas

by Jason J. Griffin

MF3246

Selection and establishment of drought-tolerant trees in south-central Kansas. Features the best trees for spring-summer flowers and fall color as recommended by specialists at the John C. Pair Horticultural Center, near Wichita. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Sep 2015

Thousand Cankers Disease and Black Walnuts: a Deadly Combination!

MF3167

This publication describes thousand cankers disease and gives tips to control this costly disease’s spread. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Jul 2014

Emerald Ash Borer

by Robert J. Bauernfeind

MF3168

This wood-boring beetle poses a serious threat to native ash trees in Kansas. Potential losses to valuable landscape plants and municipal trees have prompted state agencies to join a national effort to stop the spread of this destructive pest. This publication provides information on pest status, identification, damage, and treatment. 4-page, color.

Published Date: Sep 2014

Economical Control of Bush Honeysuckle

by Ryan Armbrust

MF3222

Learn methods of controlling this invasive woody shrub. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Apr 2015

Iron Chlorosis in Trees

by Dennis W. Carlson

MF718

Symptoms, causes and treatment for iron chlorosis: If a tree's leaves turn yellow, this may mean a tree is not able to absorb enough iron from soil, due to high soil pH. Spraying iron solutions on tree leaves can help temporarily, and reducing soil pH helps in the longer term. 4-page.

Revision Date: Sep 2003