Q: It is mid-April here in Michigan. When should I fertilize the asparagus and rhubarb? Is it too early to transplant rhubarb? When is the ideal time to transplant rhubarb? Should I mulch the ...

Choose a planting site for rhubarb which receives a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight, free from the shade of trees or buildings. Since rhubarb is a perennial, it should be planted to one side ...

One of my favorite memories of this time of year is visiting my grandma in Amherstberg, Ontario. Grandma would drive around to the local roadside stands and pick up the freshest and sweetest ...

A question for Dan Gill: I forgot to fertilize my plants this past year. Is it too late to fertilize trees, shrubs and ground covers now? -- Chris Hendricks Answer: Yes, it's too late (or too early, ...

Asparagus and rhubarb are two of the most popular perennial vegetables in Kansas. Although each may offer lower maintenance in the years after planting, good garden bed planning and preparation are ...

Forget Punxsutawney Phil and the first bloom of flowers; the real indicator of spring is the influx of seasonal produce. The second daylight savings time starts, we’re putting peas, asparagus, and ...

Some of its varieties include the victoria and the suttons, which have large green stalks. The ruby, valentine and Canada red are popular for their pink and red color and tender stalks. You can buy ...

Q: Would a late summer fertilizer application harm a brown, dormant lawn? A: Fertilizing a dormant lawn will not harm it. However, the turfgrass may not receive the full benefit of the fertilizer ...