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Invasive Callery Pear Identification and Control

by Ryan Armbrust

MF3570

Learn how to identify and control the invasive callery pear tree. Color, 8 pages.

Revision Date: Nov 2025

Staking and Guying Landscape Trees

by Kim Bomberger

MF1120

Describes the benefits and concerns of staking and guying landscape trees. 2-page, b/w.

Revision Date: Jul 2025

Tips on Planting Trees and Shrubs

by Heather Ahring

MF3670

This publication provides guidelines for optimal plant spacing, preparation of planting sites, and irrigation and fertilization practices. It emphasizes the importance of proper spacing based on geographic location and plant species to ensure healthy growth. It also outlines steps for site preparation, including removing competing vegetation and protecting seedlings from wildlife. Additionally, it offers irrigation schedules based on soil type and advises on fertilization, particularly for deciduous trees on poorer soils. 2 pages, b/w.

Published Date: Sep 2024

Tree and Shrub Problems in Kansas: Diseases, Insects, and Environmental Stresses

by Jason J. Griffin Megan M. Kennelly Raymond A. Cloyd Judith O'Mara

MF3132

This guide provides an overview of different tree problems followed by an extensive itemized list of specific diseases, insects, mites, and environmental/abiotic stress problems of trees and shrubs common in Kansas, information on how to identify those problems, and guidelines for management. 104 pages, color.

Revision Date: Nov 2023

Conifer Trees for Kansas: A Guide to Landscape Evergreens

by Jason J. Griffin Tim McDonnell

MF3423

Describes landscape evergreens suitable for specific regions in Kansas. Includes botanical and common names, photos, growth rates and dimensions, significant pests, with comments from the authors based on personal observations. 24 pages, color.

Published Date: Mar 2018

How to Plant a Ball-in-Burlap Tree/How to Plant a Container-Grown Tree

by Cathie Lavis

MF3313

Best practices for planting trees in the home landscape. 2-page b/w.

Published Date: Jul 2016

Ornamental Tree Evaluation

by Cathie Lavis Jason J. Griffin Tim McDonnell

MF632

This fact sheet provides information about the trunk formula method, a simple, reliable tool widely used by professionals to establish the value of ornamental trees. 4-page, color.

Revision Date: Aug 2015

Establishing and Managing Native Prairie Plants in Small Areas

by Clenton Owensby Walter H. Fick

MF3233

Native plants are a beautiful alternative to typical commercial plants. This publication provides information on preparation, seeding, and management of native plants. 4-page, full color.

Published Date: Jun 2015

Deciduous Shrubs for Kansas

by Cheryl R. Boyer

MF3116

A guide to finding plants to suit any Kansas environment. Selections based on performance and regional availability. 16-page, b/w.

Published Date: Mar 2014

Evergreen Shrubs for Kansas

by Cheryl R. Boyer

MF3117

A guide to finding plants to fit your space and environment. Selections based on performance and regional availability. 8-page, b/w.

Published Date: Mar 2014

How to Hire an Irrigation Contractor

by Cathie Lavis

MF3111

Homeowner tips: questions to ask and guarantees included in a typical contract. 2-page, color.

Published Date: Sep 2013

Water Gardening: Disappearing Fountains

by Emily Nolting Cheryl R. Boyer

MF2945

Instructions and photos to build a small garden fountain, including a pump and a hidden basin to catch overflowing water. 4 p.

Published Date: Aug 2011

Pruning Shrubs

by Cheryl R. Boyer Jason J. Griffin Charles J. Barden Ward Upham

MF2998

Advice to help prune shrubs. When to Prune. Light pruning, no more than 10 percent, can be done anytime of year. Timing for more severe pruning is determined by when the shrub flowers. 2 p.

Published Date: Aug 2011

Landscape Design

by Cheryl R. Boyer Emily Nolting

MF2925

Landscape design connects a house or other structure to the environment. This publication describes design and color concepts, lists plants for seasonal color, and includes a landscaping plan and graphics. 16 p.

Published Date: Sep 2010

Water Gardening: Biological Balance

by Emily Nolting

MF2911

Creating a healthy ecosystem in the pond is essential for clear water and healthy plant and fish life. Algae are important to a balanced water garden. Use dechlorinator before adding life to the pond. Test water hardness and pH. 4 p.

Published Date: Jun 2010