As clump-forming perennials mature, they often become overcrowded, competing among themselves for light, water and nutrients. This typically results in fewer blooms, said David Trinklein, state horticulture specialist with University of Missouri Extension in Columbia. more

Home prices in Missouri continued to climb in September compared to the previous year, according to a monthly statistics report from Missouri Realtors more

As frost approaches, gardeners are tempted to dig up plants and place them in pots for use indoors. Too often, the results are disappointing as plants that flourished in the garden will drop leaves and stop flowering when indoors, said University of Missouri Extension horticulture specialist David Trinklein in Columbia. more

Home prices in Missouri continued to climb in August compared to the same time last year, with both the median and average sales prices increasing, according to the latest monthly report from Missouri Realtors organization in Columbia. more

When hiring a tree care professional, use caution and stick to reputable companies, says Joni Harper, University of Missouri Extension field specialist in natural resources in Versailles. more

Understanding your land’s geological features, terrain and climate is crucial for anticipating and responding to natural disasters, says University of Missouri Extension assistant professor Ryan Milhollin in Columbia. more

Anyone who has driven through the country in late June or July probably has likely noticed an abundance of white daisies along roadsides and in fields. Commonly is called oxeye or field daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare), this plant is sometimes used in flower gardens and is one of the easiest of all perennial flowers to grow, said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. more

“While Missouri doesn’t typically see the massive wildfires that impact western states, we are certainly not immune,” says Joni Harper, field specialist in natural resources for University of Missouri Extension. Grass fires, timber fires and even prescribed burns that escape can cause serious damage, especially in rural areas. more

The Mtn. View Garden Club awarded Yard of the Month for June to Roy and Sherry Guidry, 500 S. Ash St. in Mtn. View. Club members Jessica Smith and Jeanne Roles toured their yard and were delighted by the variety of trees, shrubs, shade plants, house plants and flowers. more

According to Greek mythology, Iris was a goddess who served as a messenger between the divine world and the human world. The Greek gods never communicated directly with mortals. Instead, they sent … more

In April and May, Howell County suffered from natural disasters including heavy rains, straight line winds, flooding and tornados.  Through federal funding awarded by the Missouri … more

In September 1982, Steve and Cathy Driscoll escaped the suburban sprawl of St. Louis and settled in the Ozarks.  The couple purchased 40 acres a few miles southeast of West Plains. It was … more