It’s hard to beat the excitement of finding the perfect real Christmas tree for your home. The smell of fresh pine, finding the best spot in your home and breaking out your favorite ornaments is a...

One of the most recognizable fall staples, pumpkins are a versatile way to incorporate autumn into your everyday routine. With over 150 varieties of pumpkins, it’s important to know which of these...

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or cooking a quick lunch, utilizing fresh herbs can add flavor to your meal while also providing additional health benefits. We’ve gathered four common herbs...

Cracking the Case

When determining whether the bugs in your garden are good or bad—it’s important to know what to look for. The first step in discovering the identity of your outdoor guests...

Before You Forage

If you want to forage for mushrooms to eat, it’s important to remember how easy it can be to harvest a similar-looking yet potentially dangerous mushroom to the one you’re...

All About Bees

All potential stings aside, bees pack a powerful environmental punch. Though you may not realize it, bees are responsible for pollinating one in every three bites of food we...

Apples 

Apple trees are among the easiest fruit-bearing trees to grow in Missouri! Adaptable and hardy, apple trees produce best in full-sun and with proper care can produce fruit for 25...

Stokesia, also known as Stoke's Aster, provided by Ann Lapides

Water

Although drought-tolerant, give constant moisture for prime flowering.

Soil

Average, well-drained...

Mangave OR Macho Mocha

Also known as Avage X Manfreda Genus, Asparagaceae family

Information provided by David Sherwood, Sherwood's Forest

Water

Drought-tolerant plant...