Yard & Garden Updates

Get your landscape winter-ready with smart outdoor tasks and seasonal plant care tips. Discover holiday gardening gifts and ideas to brighten homes and inspire gardeners.

As the seasons change, many gardeners, like their plants, are spent. But before hanging up the garden tools, make sure your yard is ready for winter by finishing the last few tasks.

Autumn is officially here, and there is much to look forward to – pumpkins on the porch, apple cider, cooler temperatures, and walks through crunchy leaves. But before you get too comfortable, don’t forget there are yard and garden end-of-season tasks to ...

Climate change and invasive species are linked, and the effects touch all of us. As temperatures warm, some native plants and animals struggle to survive. That opens the door for tough, fast-spreading invaders to move in, outcompete natives, and change th...

Fall is the perfect time to keep your yard and garden thriving by watering deeply, managing pests, and maintaining flowers, turf, trees, and shrubs. USU Extension experts share September tips, resources, and courses to help you stay on track for a healthy...

Many Utah trees show brown, crispy leaf edges in late summer due to low humidity and intense sun, a condition called leaf scorch that is usually temporary and not harmful. However, persistent scorch may signal nutrient deficiencies or disease, so proper w...

Brown lawns in summer are often caused by drought stress, but insects and fungal diseases can also be to blame. Simple tests—like checking soil moisture, inspecting roots, and watching for pests—can help identify the problem and guide targeted solutions s...

Utah State University Extension offers expert gardening tips to help your yard thrive during late summer heat, including harvesting guidance, planting advice, and pest control strategies. Discover practical resources from the USU Gardener’s Almanac and ex...

With a hot and dry summer underway, drought concerns prompting a state of emergency for many counties in Utah, and water restrictions in place in most areas, it is more important than ever that Utah citizens are conscientious about their water use.

Wildfire safety starts at home, especially for those living in Utah’s Wildland/Urban Interface. By managing vegetation and creating defensible space in zones around your home, you can greatly reduce wildfire risk and increase the chance of structure survi...

Utah State University Extension horticulturist JayDee Gunnell shares expert gardening tips for July, including advice on watering, harvesting, fertilizing, and pest control to keep your garden thriving in the summer heat. The Gardener’s Almanac also offer...

Get your yard and garden summer-ready with expert tips from Utah State University Extension’s June Gardening Checklist. Learn when to prune, water, plant, and protect against pests to keep your landscape thriving all season long.

Determining when to plant a garden can be especially confusing in Utah’s unpredictable, varied climate where last-frost dates can vary by many days within just a few miles.

Utah State University Extension is bringing traditional indigo dyeing back into home gardens with a comprehensive three-part guide to growing, extracting, and dyeing with Japanese indigo.

Spring is finally here, and we can start working in the garden and yard! The Utah State University Extension Gardener’s Almanac provides a checklist for each month as well as links to tips and further information. Consider these gardening tips for May.

Utah State University Extension provides an April gardening guide with essential tips on planting, pruning, lawn care, and pest management to help gardeners prepare for spring. The guide includes expert advice, resources, and links to support successful g...

Many people love fresh fruit, but it isn’t easy to grow in today’s smaller yards. Luckily, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in compact landscapes, but they will likely need to be ordered online.

It’s almost spring, and it’s time to start thinking about gardening season! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

Much can be done now to get a jump start on the growing season. These tips, with links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac, can help get you going.

Cold winter days might keep us indoors, but now is the perfect time to plan for warmer days and gardening.

Though yards and gardens have been put to bed, there are still outdoor tasks to consider and holiday gardening gifts to be given. Here are some ideas.

As the seasons change, many gardeners, like their plants, are spent. But before hanging up the garden tools, make sure your yard is ready for winter by finishing the last few tasks.

Need a winter gardening idea? Utah State University Extension recently published a comprehensive guide to help beginners learn to grow gourmet mushrooms. “A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Mushrooms at Home” is a how-to introduction to fungi cultivation, prov...

Autumn is officially here, and there is much to look forward to – pumpkins on the porch, apple cider, cooler temperatures, and walks through crunchy leaves. But before you get too comfortable, don’t forget there are yard and garden end-of-season tasks to ...

With Utah's hot, dry summers, homeowners often need help determining the right amount of water needed to keep their landscape trees healthy. While many Utahns are ready to stop watering their lawns until spring, they should consider giving their landscape...

The heat is on, and yards and gardens are trying to survive the recent high temperatures. Consider these tips from the USU Extension Gardeners Almanac to help your garden succeed.

It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing as temperatures heat up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help.

You probably haven’t forgotten about the overabundance of grasshoppers we had in Utah last year, specifically in urban and residential areas. Unfortunately, similar numbers are expected this year. Varying climate-related factors impact the numbers we will...

To help make your yard and garden the best they can be this year, consider these tips from Utah State University Extension’s Gardeners Almanac.

After digging out from a long winter, we can finally start working in the garden and yard!

Whether you’re a weekend gardener or you spend time in the dirt daily, you have probably experienced working too hard and feeling sore. Soreness can stem from exerting a new or weak muscle, and it generally subsides after a few days.

Arbor Day, celebrated in most of the United States on the last Friday in April, is a holiday that celebrates nature and encourages people to plant trees. J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day, said, “Other holidays repose upon the past; Arbor Day p...

Temperatures are warming, and soon it will be time to plant! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are tips and links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

It’s officially spring, and it’s time to start thinking about gardening season! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

Much can be done now to get a jump start on the growing season. The below tips, with links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac, can help get you going.

If the spike in gardening interest over the last few years is any indication of what 2024 will be like, now is the perfect time to start planning!

It’s easy to spruce up holiday decorating with live plants to add color and texture. Consider these plants that grow well in the home during the holidays.

Though yards and gardens have been put to bed, there are still outdoor tasks to consider and holiday gardening gifts to give. Consider these ideas.

With snow falling early in some areas of the state this year, gardeners may have been caught off guard. Make sure your yard is ready for winter by finishing the last few tasks.

Autumn is officially here, and there is much to look forward to – pumpkins on the porch, apple cider, cooler temperatures, and walks through crunchy leaves.

Fall is in the air, which may make you want to hang up the rake. But before you do, remember how hard you’ve worked to get to this point, and keep pushing forward.

Climate conditions affect grasshopper populations differently each season, and this year’s conditions made for extreme numbers. Grasshoppers spent the winter as eggs in the soil, unaffected by cold air temperatures.

The heat is on, and yards and gardens are trying to survive the recent high temperatures. Consider these tips from the USU Extension Gardeners Almanac to help your garden succeed. Also included are links for further information.

It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing as temperatures heat up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help.

To help make your yard and garden the best they can be this year, consider these tips from Utah State University Extension’s Gardeners Almanac.

After digging out from a long, hard winter, we can finally start working in the garden and yard!

A small, furry rodent – the vole – is showing up throughout Utah as this year’s record amount of snow melts. Orchards, residential lawns, pastures, and golf course lawns are feeling the brunt of the vole’s activity.

The snow is finally melting, and soon it will be time to plant! Consider these tips to help you prepare.

It’s not too early to think about the gardening season! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are links from the Utah State University Extension Gardener’s Almanac.

If the spike in gardening interest the last few years is any indication of what 2023 will be like, now is the perfect time to start planning! Consider these tips and links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

With snow falling early in many areas of the state, gardeners may have been caught off guard. Make sure your yard is ready for winter by finishing the last few tasks. Consider these tips and links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac...

Autumn is officially here, and there is much to look forward to – pumpkins on the porch, apple cider, cooler temperatures, and walks through crunchy leaves. But before you get too comfortable, don’t forget there are yard and garden end-of-season tasks to ...

The heat is on, and yards and gardens are trying to survive the high temperatures and drought conditions. Consider these tips from the USU Extension Gardeners Almanac to help your garden succeed.

Whether you’re a weekend gardener or spend time in the dirt daily, you have probably experienced working too hard and feeling sore. Soreness can stem from exerting a new or weak muscle, and it subsides after a few days.

It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing as summer heats up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help. The Almanac also includes links for tips and additional information.

Our landscapes provide us with beautiful surroundings, natural cooling, and the cleansing of our environment. Nearly 65% of the annual culinary water consumption in Utah is applied to landscapes.

June is here, the sun is shining, and gardening is in full swing! Consider these tips from the Utah State University Extension Gardener’s Almanac to help make your yard and garden the best they can be.

April showers bring May flowers – as well as a multitude of gardening tasks. The Utah State University Extension Gardener’s Almanac provides a checklist for each month as well as links for tips and further information.

Temperatures are warming, and it is time to get out in the yard again. One of the first orders of business is pruning shrubs, roses, fruit trees, and raspberries.

Keeping water-efficient practices in mind, consider these tips as you prepare your yard and garden this year. Included are links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

We are officially heading into gardening season! Consider these tips to help you prepare. Included are links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

There is much that can be done now to get a jump start on the growing season. These tips, with links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac, can help get you going.

If the spike in gardening interest the last two years is any indication of what 2022 will be like, now is the perfect time to start planning! Consider these tips and links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac.

Spring-blooming bulbs are popular because of the beauty they add to the landscape and their ease of growing. Now is a good time to plant them, and many local retailers offer a wide variety. Consider these popular selections.

The heat is on, and yards and gardens are trying to keep up with high temperatures and drought conditions. Consider these tips from the USU Extension Gardeners Almanac to help your garden succeed this month. Also included are links for further information...

Utah is currently in one of the worst droughts since recording began in the late 1800s. Many reservoirs are at an all-time low, and some are drying up completely.

Trees provide cooling shade that helps reduce temperatures and energy bills, and they are an essential part of our landscapes. As the drought persists and we continue to cut back on lawn watering, it is critical that we remember to take care of our trees....

It can be a challenge to keep gardens growing well as summer heats up, so Utah State University Extension provides a Gardener’s Almanac to help.

With a dry summer predicted, drought concerns prompting a state of emergency for Utah and water restrictions already in place in many areas, it is more important than ever that Utah citizens are conscientious about their water use. 

June is here, the sun is shining, and gardening is in full swing! Consider these tips from the Utah State University Extension Gardener’s Almanac to help make your yard and garden the best they can be.

Utah State University Extension recently released “The Pocket Gardener - A Quick Reference Guide to Planting, Growing, and Harvesting Vegetables.” The guide can be found at pocketgardener.usu.edu.