February 22, 2007 'Sex in the Garden' Class Scheduled at UNL LINCOLN, Neb. — The University of Nebraska-Lincoln this spring again will offer "Sex in the Garden: Garden Plant Breeding," a five-week mini-course focusing on the fundamental concepts of plant breeding. MoreFebruary 20, 2007 Shade Trees to be Planted in Communities Across the State LINCOLN, Neb. — Tree-planting efforts in 30 Nebraska communities will get a boost from grant funds recently announced by the Nebraska Statewide Arboretum. MoreFebruary 14, 2007 Fruit Production Workshops Offer Insight on Growing Fruit in Nebraska LINCOLN, Neb. — A series of University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension workshops will offer acreage owners and backyard farmers a close-up look at growing fruit in Nebraska. MoreFebruary 12, 2007 Pesticide Technology and Crop Scout Training Programs Offered in March LINCOLN, Neb. — Two University of Nebraska-Lincoln Crop Management Winter Programs in March will offer in-depth information on the technology of pesticide application and crop scout training for pest managers. MoreFebruary 6, 2007 Immediate Care for Storm-damaged Trees LINCOLN, Neb. — Trees damaged by storms generally require some degree of immediate attention (removal of low hanging branches, clearance from utility lines, etc). Homeowners working on their trees need to be careful to watch out for safety concerns and to consider the best approach for dealing with the tree they are trying to save. Chain saw work off the ground and other heavy work (essentially all work on large trees) should be done only by professional arborists. MoreJanuary 29, 2007 Rural Advantage Conference Feb. 9-10 in Norfolk Offers Learning for Entire Family LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraskans looking for new sources of on-farm income or those who want to financially capitalize on the many advantages of living and working in the country can learn more at the Rural Advantage: Profitable and Sustainable Agricultural Opportunities for Nebraska conference Feb. 9-10 in Norfolk. MoreJanuary 26, 2007 Master Gardener Program Extends Outreach of Horticulture Education LINCOLN, Neb. — A University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension campus-based Master Gardener program will give participants the opportunity to learn about horticulture and share their knowledge through volunteer work. MoreJanuary 5, 2007 Some Shrubs Help Brighten Winter Landscape How can we brighten up the winter landscape? One way is by incorporating evergreen and semi-evergreen shrubs into plantings. Evergreen shrubs are not restricted to yew, boxwood, arborvitae and juniper but extend to include cotoneaster, viburnum, rhododendron, bayberry and many of the dwarf pines and spruces. MoreDecember 4, 2006 These Shrubs Make for a Berry Christmas The leaves almost need to disappear before we notice them, but suddenly, just in time for Christmas, they're everywhere – berries. We've been paying attention to the changing, falling leaves and, without our noticing, the stage has been reset. While we've been busy putting up trees and wreaths and garlands, nature has done its own decorating. MoreNovember 2, 2006 Oaks Among the Highlights of the Changing Leaves of Fall Although November signals that winter and all its cold, gray dullness is just around the corner, it can be a great time to enjoy and celebrate the landscape around us. In fact, a warm November day can be one of the best times of the year to be outdoors. The air is crisp and easy to breathe and is often filled with the distinct aroma of fallen leaves. The allergens are on the wane and the mosquitoes are mostly dead. Which helps us better enjoy a landscape that is often washed with a dizzying variety of textures and colors from tans and browns to oranges, reds, purples and greens. More |
