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Everybody's Yard & Garden Guide

Author: Don Kinzler

A lifelong gardener, Don was born and raised in Lisbon, N.D. and graduated from North Dakota State University in Horticulture. Following graduation, he was employed with NDSU’s Experiment Station in Fruit and Vegetable Research and Woody Plant Improvement, and with Extension as Associate State Horticulturist. He and his wife, Mary, then owned and operated a retail garden center in south Fargo for 25 years. Don is currently NDSU Extension's Horticulturist for Cass County, N.D., the garden columnist with Forum Communications, and host of WDAY’s Lawn and Garden Radio during the growing season. He’s a frequent presenter of gardening programs and seminars. Don and his wife, Mary, reside in south Fargo.
African Violets – A Blooming Adventure
November 16, 2018November 28, 2019 - Don Kinzler

African Violets – A Blooming Adventure

Houseplants

Growing African violets is an adventure that should be tried by all who enjoy indoor…

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Can Soil in Outdoor Containers be Re-used Next Spring?
October 12, 2018September 26, 2020 - Don Kinzler

Can Soil in Outdoor Containers be Re-used Next Spring?

Container Gardening

By October, most of our outdoor pots and planters are about finished. Plants were either…

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Caring for Hibiscus and How to Winter Them Indoors
September 20, 2018November 28, 2019 - Don Kinzler

Caring for Hibiscus and How to Winter Them Indoors

Wintering Tropicals Indoors, Hibiscus, Mandevilla, etc.

In spring, nearly every garden center sells potted hibiscus, either pruned into small trees, or…

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Powdery Mildew on Peony, Vine Crops, Lilacs, Roses
July 16, 2018December 20, 2019 - Don Kinzler

Powdery Mildew on Peony, Vine Crops, Lilacs, Roses

Disease Control, Perennial Flower Care

The grayish-white coating that is commonly found in mid-summer on foliage of peonies, lilacs, zinnias,…

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Which Potting Mix is Best?
July 13, 2018November 28, 2019 - Don Kinzler

Which Potting Mix is Best?

Container Gardening, Houseplants

In our gardening visits, I’ve often mentioned the importance of a high quality potting mix.…

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Can We Grow Perennial Stargazer Lilies?
July 11, 2018December 20, 2019 - Don Kinzler

Can We Grow Perennial Stargazer Lilies?

Perennial Flower Types, Perennial Flowers

Some flowers become household names, like Wave Petunia. And anyone who’s been to a wedding…

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How to Keep a Lawn Green in Mid-Summer
July 6, 2018July 25, 2020 - Don Kinzler

How to Keep a Lawn Green in Mid-Summer

Lawn Care

Mother Nature has wisely given her creatures, even grass, a strong survival instinct. Our region’s…

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Garden Tasks to Discontinue after July 4
July 5, 2018December 20, 2019 - Don Kinzler

Garden Tasks to Discontinue after July 4

Yard and Garden Task When-to's

July 4th is Independence Day not only nationally, but for gardeners as well. It’s the…

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Spraying Apple Trees for Maggot Control
June 16, 2018June 24, 2021 - Don Kinzler

Spraying Apple Trees for Maggot Control

Apples, Fruit Growing, Insects and Their Control

Have you ever sliced a homegrown apple and found narrow brown streaks or lines winding…

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Campfire Rose a Winter-Hardy Beauty
June 12, 2018December 20, 2019 - Don Kinzler

Campfire Rose a Winter-Hardy Beauty

Roses

Nothing says winter-hardy like a Canadian-bred rosebush, and this one’s intriguing. Developed a few years…

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