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In Defense of Non-Native Plants (9/03/25)
Read Time 6 MIN
The stance "if it's not native, don't plant it" seems to be gaining popularity in the gardening world. In contrast, here are several reasons to support the use of non-native plants...learn more
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September Gardening Tips (8/20/25)
Donna Aufdenberg | Read Time 1 MINThe growing season is winding down! Find these tips and tasks to keep you busy in and around the garden in the month of September...learn more
Free Oak Disease Testing Continues in 2025 (8/15/25)
Peng Tian | Read Time 2 MINThe MU Plant Diagnostic Clinic continues its partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation Forest Health Program to offer FREE testing services for all common oak tree diseases in 2025...learn more
In Appreciation of Crape Myrtle (8/08/25)
David Trinklein | Read Time 9 MINFrom a historical perspective, crape myrtle is one of the most useful flowering shrubs. It is long-lived, withstands droughts after becoming established, and is relatively free of disease and insect problems....learn more
August Gardening Tips (7/24/25)
Donna Aufdenberg | Read Time 1 MINFind these tips and tasks to keep you busy in and around the garden in the month of August...learn more
An Ode to Okra (7/10/25)
David Trinklein | Read Time 5 MINPeople seem to either love it or hate it. Lovers of okra point toward the unique flavor it adds to savory dishes and the many ways it can be used. Those on the opposite side of the debate fail to see how anyone can eat something so, for the lack of a better term, slimy...learn more
July Gardening Tips (6/19/25)
Donna Aufdenberg | Read Time 1 MINIt's about to get HOT! Find these tips and tasks to keep you busy in and around the garden in the month of July...learn more
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REVISED: March 14, 2022