In this edition of Ag Insights, there is discussion around sandburs, a common weed in pastures, forage crops, and lawns, particularly in sandy soils. Sandburs can behave as either an annual or a short-lived perennial and are problematic for livestock
Gardeners who are looking for a long-time investment in the landscape should consider planting asparagus. An asparagus plant can last up to 15 years, so choosing a spot to grow it should be considered carefully.
Although many gardening activities remain on hold for a few more weeks, it is the time of year to get bare-root plants in the ground. Bare-root plants are available now and should be planted between mid-February and mid-April.
What gardener doesn't like saving time? But some time-saving measures, such as using an herbicide and fertilizer combo, may be good in theory but not a good solution in all situations.
