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Five Oaks for the Kansas Landscape
The strongest oak of the forest is not the one that is protected from the storm and hidden from the sun. It’s the one that stands in the open where it is compelled to struggle for its existence against...
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Where Have All the Conifers Gone?
The Kansas landscape can be stark and lifeless at certain times during the year. In the winter, the hues of brown are seen everywhere from the leafless deciduous trees to the native grasses in the...
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Which Trees Should I Plant in Kansas?
The best time to plant trees and shrubs is in the late fall and early winter before the ground freezes. With proper watering and maintenance, newly established plants will get settled and acclimated to...
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Osage Orange: A Historical Living Fence
It is so common around this part of the country that we take it for granted, but the Osage Orange (Maclura pomifera) is a very special tree, valuable to both farmer and wildlife, and integral to the...
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The Best Trees for Fall Color
‘The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is now.’ – Chinese Proverb For many reasons, fall is my favorite time of the year. I love the cooler weather and changing...
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Steps for Planting a Tree
This spring is going to be anything but normal. I know that’s an obvious understatement. All this social distancing has made me think of the many things I need to get done around my house. Social...
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Landscaping with Native Kansas Oaks
Filtered light coming through a stately open-grown burr oak. There are many appealing reasons to consider landscaping with native Kansas oaks. Oaks are long-lived with strong branches, can grow to be...
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Plant Profile: Kentucky Coffeetree (Gymnocladus dioicus)
When one thinks of the Great Plains, trees are often the last thing to cross one’s mind. Surprisingly this region is home to a number of species that have found their way into yards and parks...
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