Garden Musings

I'm going to take this opportunity to confess that while I do try to practice some organic gardening techniques, I also spend some time ...

A recent post on the Flint Hills of Kansas Blog refocused my attention on the geology and ecology of the Flint Hills and reminded me again j...

I've always been a trifle partial to Gallica Roses, which, tough and drought-tolerant as they are, generally survive the weather and soi...

Early on, I was of the opinion that Iris sp ., particularly the German Iris ( Iris germanica ) would be the perfect plant for Kansas.  They&...