Category: Summer
A lush, thriving garden is every home gardener’s dream, but the relentless heat of a Kansas summer can challenge even the most seasoned green thumbs. For Van Becelaere Greenhouse customers in Pittsburg, Kansas, understanding the role of mulching and innovative moisture management will ensure your yard not only survives but flourishes despite scorching conditions.Why Mulch […]
Late summer in Southeast Kansas gardens is a vibrant time, as blooms burst with color and pollinators abound. For customers of Van Becelaere Greenhouse in Pittsburg, Kansas, exploring pollinator-gardening with native plants is one of the most rewarding ways to support local ecosystems, attract bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds, and extend your garden’s beauty well […]
Home gardeners across Pittsburg and Southeast Kansas know that summer heat and late-season storms bring unique challenges—and opportunities—for maximizing the potential of a Healthy Southeast Kansas Garden. This July-September garden calendar is your seasonal guide to vibrant beds, productive harvests, and sustained garden health. Here’s how to keep your yard thriving during Kansas’ late summer […]
The northern blue flag iris, scientifically known as iris versicolor, is a captivating flower that graces many gardens across the four states with its variegated shades of blues, whites, and yellows. Also simply referred to as the blue flag, it is a beardless variety of iris that grows predominantly across the eastern and central U.S. […]
Deadheading is a gardening technique that sounds drastic, but it’s crucial for anyone aiming to yield healthy crops. Pinching off young buds, stems, fruit, vegetables, or flowers will result in a more abundant harvest and flavorful leaves, whether you’re growing fruit or vegetable plants.In today’s blog, we’ll explore the ins and outs of deadheading, including:What […]
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently updated the plant hardiness zone map, impacting areas like Pittsburg, Kansas. The revision impacts home gardeners, farmers, and growers in the region. Today’s blog will dissect the changes, discuss the impacts on gardening and agriculture, and provide insight into how this update can affect plant selection and […]
Whether you’re a novice home gardener or a beginner seeking advice, today’s blog post will provide valuable insight and tips to succeed at growing tomatoes all season. From choosing the suitable varieties to companion planting and proper care, we’ll explore the world of champion tomatoes.Selecting the Perfect VarietiesAlthough choosing the right champion tomato varieties is […]
When it comes to gardening, timing is everything. By considering regional factors such as temperature ranges and soil conditions unique to each state, you can select plants for planting in July. Before you know it, you’ll have a flourishing garden that thrives despite the challenges posed by summer weather conditions.So understanding regional considerations is crucial […]
A winter greenhouse is incredibly productive for winter harvests. However, unheated structures can still capture solar energy and shelter a wide variety of cold-tolerant crops like kale, carrots, leeks, scallions, carrots, and spinach.In some households, it can become the heart of your kitchen during the cold season months, providing homegrown vegetables and herbs from November […]