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Stevia (Herb)
by Rhonda Janke
MF2630
Stevia has recently gained attention and become available in health food stores in the United States as a natural non-sugar sweetener.Published Date: May 2004
Stinging Nettle
by Rhonda Janke
MF2631
Young shoots are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Use blanched in salads, in tea and boiled as a vegetable. Good source of iron.Published Date: May 2004
Dandelion
by Jeanie DeArmond Rhonda Janke
MF2613
Dandelion is considered a weed in most yards and gardens, but they are rich in minerals and vitamins, and have medicinal qualities. Some people develop skin sensitivity to the sap.Published Date: May 2004
Licorice
by Rhonda Janke
MF2616
Licorice has demonstrated anti-inflammatory effects and is protective against gastric ulcers. It can increase water retention and cause high blood pressure.Published Date: May 2004
Oregano
by Rhonda Janke
MF2621
Oregano is used as both a culinary and medicinal herb. The essential oil is a powerful antimicrobial and has been used to sterilize plant cell cultures in tissue culture experiments.Published Date: May 2004
Burdock
by Jeanie DeArmond Rhonda Janke
MF2609
Burdock, also known as gobo, is a main root vegetable in Asian cooking and a medicinal herb. Burdock is common along streams in the shade.Published Date: May 2004
Chinese Milkvetch
by Jeanie DeArmond Rhonda Janke
MF2612
This plant's root is widely and safely used in Chinese medicine but is related to species from North America, including Missouri milkvetch and woolly loco which are poisonous.Published Date: May 2004
Raised Bed Gardening
by Ward Upham
MF2134
Raised bed gardens are a popular way for today’s gardener to produce fresh, high quality, good tasting vegetables. This updated guide includes tips for selecting the right location, soil mix, watering, fertilizing, and other considerations. 4 pages, color.Revision Date: Apr 2022
Growing Herbs for Home Use
by Rhonda Janke
MF2579
This publication describes common medicinal and tea herbs. It covers how to grow them and how to use them. 8 pages.Published Date: Nov 2003
Beebalm/Monarda
by Jeanie DeArmond Rhonda Janke
MF2605
Monarda species are in the mint family and have a square stem and pleasant fragrance. Historically, all have been used medicinally.Published Date: May 2004
Boneset
by Jeanie DeArmond Rhonda Janke
MF2607
It is called Boneset because its leaves were once used to treat breakbone (or dengue) fever. It contains potentially liver-harming alkaloids, so it should be used with caution.Published Date: May 2004
Exhibiting Fruits and Vegetables
C405
Tips for making selections and preparing your display, plus what the judge looks for when placing exhibits. 16 pages, 8.5"x 5.5", b/w.Revision Date: May 2019
Container Gardening--Vegetable Gardens
EP31
Container gardens are an answer for persons with limited garden space. Residents of apartments can still enjoy gardening.Published Date: May 1998
Rhubarb
by Ward Upham
EP99
Publication describes how to grow rhubarb in home gardens. This perennial spring vegetable can be planted once and harvested for many years. 2-page, color.Revision Date: Dec 2019
Recommended Vegetable Varieties
by Ward Upham
L41
Available selections for Kansas gardeners, including many new and improved varieties. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Oct 2017
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