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Gardening News

The Grow Gardening Columns offer insights into the latest research and topics curated by David Hillock, Senior Extension Specialist. The columns below provide valuable resources and timely information for gardeners and producers alike.

2023 - Present Grow Gardening Columns

Cool-Season Lawns Need Care Throughout the Fall and Winter

November 16, 2025

Cool-season lawns stay active through fall and winter, requiring continued mowing and leaf management to maintain healthy, dense growth.

Winterizing Lawn Equipment Will Get Spring Lawn Chores off to a Good Start

November 9, 2025

Properly winterizing lawn and garden equipment—by draining or stabilizing fuel, cleaning tools, and preventing rust—helps extend their lifespan and ensures they’re ready for smooth operation when spring arrives.

Proper Structural Pruning Promotes Good Tree Health

November 2, 2025

Proper structural pruning of young trees promotes strong branch formation, enhances long-term health and stability, and helps trees better withstand wind, ice, and age-related stress.

Pesky Insects Are Looking For A Place To Crash For The Winter

October 26, 2025

As cooler weather arrives in Oklahoma, nuisance insects like boxelder and red-shoulder bugs, crickets, and Asian lady beetles seek shelter indoors, and homeowners can prevent and manage infestations by sealing cracks and screens, reducing outdoor attractants (host trees, clutter, weeds, and lights), and vacuuming bugs rather than crushing them.

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2020-2022 Grow Gardening Columns

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2020

View the timely gardening topics for each season from 2020.

2021

View the 2021 gardening topics to help during planting season and for garden maintenance.

2022

Find more information about gardens and plants from the 2022 gardening columns.

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