Posts Tagged Richard Jauron
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Yard and Garden: Onions and Garlic
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County Harvesting vegetables at the right stage of maturity results in high quality, nutritious products. If properly harvested and stored, onions and garlic will keep most of their original flavor and food value for months. Iowa State Uni...
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Yard and Garden: Late Summer and Early Fall Plantings
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County Creating a beautiful, functioning landscape depends on putting the right plant in the right place at the right time. Iowa State University Extension horticulturists describe the correct plants and care to give late summer and early ...
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Yard and Garden: Tomato Disorders
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County Tomatoes are the most popular vegetable crop in Iowa. Many diseases and disorders can affect tomatoes during the growing season. Iowa State University Extension specialists describe the symptoms and management of common problems. To...
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Yard and Garden: Strawberries
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County The strawberry is the most popular small fruit grown in the home garden. It is relatively easy to grow, produces large quantities of fruit high in vitamin C without requiring extra equipment and can be grown in home gardens all over...
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Advice for Growing Peas
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Scott County Extension Suggested garden pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include ‘Little Marvel’ (early season, short vines), ‘Spring’ (early season, short vines), ‘Knight’ (early season, short vines), ‘Lincoln’ (mid to late season, ...
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Ask ISU Extension Garden Experts About: Tulips & Mums
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County I still haven’t gotten my tulip bulbs planted. Should I plant them now or wait until spring? The tulip bulbs should be planted as soon as possible. Tulips and other spring-flowering bulbs can be planted as late as ...
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Ask ISU Extension Garden Experts About: Evergreens
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County Is it possible to purchase a small evergreen, use it as an indoor Christmas tree and then plant it outdoors? Iowa’s harsh winter weather (extreme cold, rapid temperature changes and strong winds) makes it difficult t...
