Trees

Amid extreme drought in parts of Northwest Iowa, Iowa State Horticulture Assistant Professor Adam Thoms shares how to keep lawns looking nice and take advantage of this optimal seeding time despite the lack of moisture.

An invasive bug that could threaten many of Iowa’s fruit crops and trees has been found in the state. Iowa’s top insect expert says there aren’t enough of them at this time to pose an immediate threat to Iowa's agriculture.

Experts troubleshoot how to address various issues with trees.

An Iowa DNR District Forester joins the show to discuss problems your trees may face, including oak and hackberry tatters.

As we approach the second anniversary of the 2020 derecho there are many newly planted trees in Iowa. Good care can help them grow strong.

On this episode of Garden Variety we provide guidance on selecting saplings and caring for newly planted trees.

Charity Nebbe talks to Iowa State University Extension Horticulture Specialist Dan Fillius about growing and caring for sweet potatoes.

On this episode of Garden Variety, Charity speaks with Suzanne Slack of Iowa State University Extension about how to get your orchard off to a good growing season and handle all the problems that can leave you stumped.

Charity Nebbe talks to Iowa State University horticulturist Jeff Iles about flowering trees. Iowa DNR Forrester Mark Vitosh and horticulturist Cindy Haynes answer questions about other plants and trees.

Charity Nebbe talks to Iowa DNR Forester Mark Vitosh about the need for tree diversity.