It is essential to treat weeds to reduce the competition to desired plants according to Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Barton County. “When weeds are present, they are competing for nutrients, sunlight, air and moisture,” … Continue reading →

Ask a Master Gardner: Wild onions can be difficult to eliminate from yards Published News Leader, May 5, 2013 Question: My backyard has hundreds of clumps of wild onions. What is the best way to go about get­ting rid of … Continue reading →

Master Naturalists share knowledge of Missouri’s rich outdoor world as citizen scientists and community volunteers. But Master Naturalists also help the Missouri Department of Conversation and University of Missouri Extension with volunteer hours. Springfield Plateau Chapter of the Missouri Master … Continue reading →

Please hold this date for this special evening event to benefit Greene County Extension. More details soon … What we know today is Michael and Jan Wooten along with MU Extension Greene County are hosting an evening fundraiser on Friday, June 14 … Continue reading →

THE BOTANICAL BLOG By Peter Longley, Horticultural Interpreter Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center and Gardens 2400 S. Scenic Avenue, Springfield, MO 65807 Tel: 417.891.1515 Friday, May 17, 2013 Most our annuals are now planted and areas of bare earth are disappearing … Continue reading →