Trees and Shrubs
The Johnson County Extension Office, K-State Research and Extension, and the Kansas Forest Service programs have a wealth of knowledge provided by horticulturists. They have developed numerous articles for the local media and press releases on timely topics. These articles can assist you with finding the information you need to make wise choices in the lawn or garden.
- Boxwood – A Landscape Essential
- Butterfly Bush
- Choose Trees for Your Location
- Evergreens Serve Many Functions in the Landscape
- Garden Bones
- Hydrangeas for Kansas City
- Recommended Landscape Trees for Kansas City
- Shrubs for Summer Color
- Tree Selection for Kansas City: Avoid these mistakes
- Trees and Shrubs that Attract Songbirds and Wildlife
- Trees and Shrubs for Pollinators
Keeping trees and shrubs healthy
Selecting a Reputable Tree Service
When severe weather strikes, be mindful of tree damage
- How to Contact an Arborist
- Selecting a Certified Arborist in Kansas
- Verify an ISA Certification / Find a Tree Care Service
Tree Trimming
General Planting, Protection and Care for Trees and Shrubs
- Evergreens: Helping them recover from heavy snow
- Fall Tree and Shrub Planting Instructions
- Garden Bones
- Growing Evergreens in Kansas City
- Fall Color in Leaves
- Fall Leaves — Trash or Treasure
- Living Christmas Tree Care
- Mulch Mowing Fall Leaves
- Mulching Trees the Right Way
- Hydrangea macrophylla – Why Won’t It Bloom?
- Planting Ornamental Trees and Shrubs
- Red Maple Trees: Common problems
- Selecting a Christmas Tree
- Tree Watering for Summer Survival
- Winter Watering Tips
- Winter Watering: Why
Pruning
- A Guide to Successful Shrub Pruning
- Fall Pruning: Think Twice
- Prune Evergreens: How to
- Pruning Evergreens in Spring
- Pruning Hydrangea
- Pruning Ice-damaged Trees
- Pruning Made Simple
- Pruning Shrubs in the Spring
- Pruning Trees and Shrubs: It's all in the timing
- Tree Topping: Why It Should Be Avoided
Diseases and Insects
- Bagworm, Insect Pest of Trees and Shrubs
- Decison Guide for Treating Ash Trees
- Emerald Ash Borer in Johnson County
- Emerald Ash Borer ID
- Gall Forming Insects Plague Oak Trees and Can Lead to Itch Mite Concerns
- Insecticide Options for Protecting Ash Trees
- Magnolia Scale, Insect Pest of Magnolia Trees
- Oak Leaf Itch Mites
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Have questions?
The Garden Hotline is staffed by trained EMG volunteers and Extension staff who will assist you with questions.
Phone: (913) 715-7050
Email: garden.help@jocogov.org