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Nov 07

South Dakota Local Foods Conference

The South Dakota Local Foods Conference will be held from Friday, November 7 to Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Best Western Ramkota Hotel 1400 8th Ave NW, Aberdeen, SD 57401).

A group of raised ground beds with crops growing in them at McCrory Gardens in Brookings, South Dakota.

Garden Hour

Make the most of your garden and landscaping with weekly insights and ideas from our team of experts.

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Home Horticulture Resources for Gardeners

Horticulture is the branch of plant agriculture dealing with garden crops. In addition to our website, there are many horticulture resources available on the web to provide research-based information to help every gardener succeed.

rows of leafy vegetables growing in a raised bed

Vegetables

Whether you are a beginner or have a green thumb, our tips will help your garden flourish.

Freshly harvested sweet potatoes on display at an outdoor market.

Sweet Potatoes: How to Grow It

Sweet potatoes are native to Central and South America, and their tasty orange flesh is a dietary staple in warm climates. Learn some expert tips for planting, growing, and harvesting them in this resource!

Floating row covers set up over rows of specialty crops.

Season Extension for Fall Specialty Crops

Extending crop production into the fall allows growers to take advantage of cooler temperatures and enjoy fresh, cool-season vegetables later in the year.

Annual trials garden at McCrory Gardens
Apr 07

Garden Hour

Garden Hour will return with as a limited series during the fall and winter months.

Annual trials garden at McCrory Gardens
Feb 03

Garden Hour

Garden Hour will return with as a limited series during the fall and winter months.

Annual trials garden at McCrory Gardens
Nov 25

Garden Hour

Garden Hour will return with as a limited series during the fall and winter months.

Annual trials garden at McCrory Gardens
Oct 07

Garden Hour

Garden Hour will return with as a limited series during the fall and winter months.