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Tips on Planting Trees and Shrubs
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
Residential Landscape Design
S4
The ideal situation is to plan the house and grounds together whether you are purchasing a site, purchasing a house on undeveloped land,or renovating an older existing house and grounds. 105 p.
*This publication is currently under revision and is only available via a PDF download.
Revision Date: Sep 2001
How to Plant a Ball-in-Burlap Tree/How to Plant a Container-Grown Tree
by Cathie Lavis
MF3313
Best practices for planting trees in the home landscape. 2-page b/w.Published Date: Jul 2016
Pruning Shrubs
by Cheryl R. Boyer Jason J. Griffin Charles J. Barden Ward Upham
MF2998
Advice to help prune shrubs. When to Prune. Light pruning, no more than 10 percent, can be done anytime of year. Timing for more severe pruning is determined by when the shrub flowers. 2 p.Published Date: Aug 2011
Water Gardening: Disappearing Fountains
by Emily Nolting Cheryl R. Boyer
MF2945
Instructions and photos to build a small garden fountain, including a pump and a hidden basin to catch overflowing water. 4 p.Published Date: Aug 2011
Deciduous Shrubs for Kansas
MF3116
A guide to finding plants to suit any Kansas environment. Selections based on performance and regional availability. 16-page, b/w.Published Date: Mar 2014
Evergreen Shrubs for Kansas
MF3117
A guide to finding plants to fit your space and environment. Selections based on performance and regional availability. 8-page, b/w.Published Date: Mar 2014
Planting Ornamental Trees and Shrubs
MF402
Everything you need to know to select, establish and raise a healthy tree or shrub. 4 p.Revision Date: Feb 2007
Landscape Design
by Emily Nolting Cheryl R. Boyer
MF2925
Landscape design connects a house or other structure to the environment. This publication describes design and color concepts, lists plants for seasonal color, and includes a landscaping plan and graphics. 16 p.Published Date: Sep 2010
How to Hire an Irrigation Contractor
by Cathie Lavis
MF3111
Homeowner tips: questions to ask and guarantees included in a typical contract. 2-page, color.Published Date: Sep 2013
Flowering Crabapples
MF875
Guide to using crabapples to enhance landscaping. 8 p.Revision Date: Sep 2005
Water Conservation in the Home Landscape
by Gustaaf A. van der Hoeven Charles W. Marr Elaine Mohr
MF2066
Water conserving landscapes don’t have to look any different or cost any more than water wasting ones. Design, careful watering, mulches, and plant selection make a difference. 4 p.Published Date: Dec 1996
Tree and Shrub Problems in Kansas: Diseases, Insects, and Environmental Stresses
by Megan M. Kennelly Raymond A. Cloyd Judith O'Mara Jason J. Griffin
MF3132
This guide provides an overview of different tree problems followed by an extensive itemized list of specific diseases, insects, mites, and environmental/abiotic stress problems of trees and shrubs common in Kansas, information on how to identify those problems, and guidelines for management. 104 pages, color.Revision Date: Nov 2023
Conifer Trees for Kansas: A Guide to Landscape Evergreens
by Jason J. Griffin Tim McDonnell
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
Ornamental Tree Evaluation
by Cathie Lavis Jason J. Griffin Tim McDonnell
MF632
This fact sheet provides information about the trunk formula method, a simple, reliable tool widely used by professionals to establish the value of ornamental trees. 4-page, color.Revision Date: Aug 2015
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