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Spotted Wing Fruit Fly Damaging Fruit Crops
The spotted wing fruit fly is a new pest problem that originated in Asia and was only first identified here in the United States in California in 2008. It was first seen in South Dakota in 2013.
It's Cold! How Can Our Plants Trees and Shrubs Withstand It?
The Northern Great Plains have experienced colder than normal weather over first few weeks of December. Cold temperatures certainly do affect our plants but there are some important differences.
Spring Flowering Shrubs
Early spring flowering shrubs have a special place in our landscapes as they are the heralds of the warm weather yet to come.
Wild Columbine
Red columbine, Aquilegia canadensis, is this week’s native perennial to know. Also known as wild columbine, this plant has striking red flowers that droop from the ends of tall stalks.
Phlox
This week’s native perennials are both phloxes: Phlox divaricata (Wild Blue Phlox, or Sweet William) and Phlox pilosa (Downy or Prairie Phlox)
Penstemon
Penstemon grandiflorus and Penstemon augustfolius are both native to South Dakota.
Viola pedatifida
An early blooming native perennial, Viola pedatifida – commonly known as prairie or larkspur violet, is a low-profile addition to your garden.
Growing Vegetables in Tubs
You can grow lots of vegetables in plastic container gardens. The important things to remember are using a good growing medium and keeping enough water on the plants as they get larger.
Fall Yard and Garden Cleanup
Before the snow falls, a few tasks can help make for a healthier yard and garden next year.
Do You Need a Thriller in your Garden?
Container gardens can be a great way to continue gardening or expand the way you are gardening and add color to your landscape, no matter what the size.