Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) need cool weather for proper blooms (45F to 55F). If you are in Omaha the next few nights might be a bit too cold - bring them in for the night and take them out the next day. #NebExt
October 21, 2025 at 1:18 PM
Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) need cool weather for proper blooms (45F to 55F). If you are in Omaha the next few nights might be a bit too cold - bring them in for the night and take them out the next day. #NebExt
Now is the time to harvest mature green tomatoes. Tomatoes do not need sunlight to ripen. Wrap in newsprint and store in a cardboard box (I only had the green tub for pictures). Check every few days. #NebExt
October 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Now is the time to harvest mature green tomatoes. Tomatoes do not need sunlight to ripen. Wrap in newsprint and store in a cardboard box (I only had the green tub for pictures). Check every few days. #NebExt
Are you looking for a small tree or large shrub to add to your landscape? You need to check out seven-son flower (Heptacodium miconioides) a late summer/early fall blooming woody ornamental that fits well in urban landscapes. #nebext
September 23, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Are you looking for a small tree or large shrub to add to your landscape? You need to check out seven-son flower (Heptacodium miconioides) a late summer/early fall blooming woody ornamental that fits well in urban landscapes. #nebext
Join us Wednesday Sept. 10th for this free seminar on growing herbs. More information: hles.unl.edu/lawn-garden/... #NebExt
September 5, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Join us Wednesday Sept. 10th for this free seminar on growing herbs. More information: hles.unl.edu/lawn-garden/... #NebExt
Short on time but curious about life-changing research happening at the U. of #Nebraska? ▶️ In ~1 min., CYFS research affiliate Holly Hatton, Ph.D., describes how her work helps children thrive by supporting parents and caregivers.
Learn more about CHIME: child.unl.edu/CHIME
#NebExt #UNLCEHS #ECE
Learn more about CHIME: child.unl.edu/CHIME
#NebExt #UNLCEHS #ECE
August 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Short on time but curious about life-changing research happening at the U. of #Nebraska? ▶️ In ~1 min., CYFS research affiliate Holly Hatton, Ph.D., describes how her work helps children thrive by supporting parents and caregivers.
Learn more about CHIME: child.unl.edu/CHIME
#NebExt #UNLCEHS #ECE
Learn more about CHIME: child.unl.edu/CHIME
#NebExt #UNLCEHS #ECE
Surprise! The most cold-hardy Lycoris of them all—Lycoris squamigera—are popping up like magic! These leafless beauties don’t stick around long, so soak in the bloom while it lasts. 💗✨ #NebExt
July 31, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Surprise! The most cold-hardy Lycoris of them all—Lycoris squamigera—are popping up like magic! These leafless beauties don’t stick around long, so soak in the bloom while it lasts. 💗✨ #NebExt
If your locust tree is starting to look like it’s wrapped in silk, mimosa webworms are back. These tiny caterpillars web up the tips of branches and snack as a group. Blast 'em with a strong spray of water or chat with an arborist if it’s getting out of hand. #NebExt
July 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
If your locust tree is starting to look like it’s wrapped in silk, mimosa webworms are back. These tiny caterpillars web up the tips of branches and snack as a group. Blast 'em with a strong spray of water or chat with an arborist if it’s getting out of hand. #NebExt
Bagworms are still out and about. Scout your trees and pick off by hand what you can reach. If the bag is closed spraying will not work. #nebext
July 22, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Bagworms are still out and about. Scout your trees and pick off by hand what you can reach. If the bag is closed spraying will not work. #nebext
Looking for bold red blooms? Try Silene regia (royal catchfly)! This Midwest native thrives in full sun, stands about 3' tall, and needs little care once established. Blooms mid-July–August. #NebExt
July 14, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Looking for bold red blooms? Try Silene regia (royal catchfly)! This Midwest native thrives in full sun, stands about 3' tall, and needs little care once established. Blooms mid-July–August. #NebExt
Lilies: the garden’s underrated drama queens. 🎭🌸 They show up in June, steal the show, and some keep blooming into August. Even the Midwest has its own star—Lilium michiganense. Plant some flair. #NebExt
July 8, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Lilies: the garden’s underrated drama queens. 🎭🌸 They show up in June, steal the show, and some keep blooming into August. Even the Midwest has its own star—Lilium michiganense. Plant some flair. #NebExt
One of our dreaded garden pests have emerged, the squash vine borer. Now is the time to scout your squash (including zucchini) for eggs and destroy when you see them. Don't forget pumpkins and gourds. #NebExt
June 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM
One of our dreaded garden pests have emerged, the squash vine borer. Now is the time to scout your squash (including zucchini) for eggs and destroy when you see them. Don't forget pumpkins and gourds. #NebExt
Hot! Hot! Hot! Plants will try to save water by curling their leaves. This is normal. As moderate temps return they could stay curled - again, normal. Keep soil hydrated, mulched and avoid fertilizers during high heat. #NebExt
June 23, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Hot! Hot! Hot! Plants will try to save water by curling their leaves. This is normal. As moderate temps return they could stay curled - again, normal. Keep soil hydrated, mulched and avoid fertilizers during high heat. #NebExt
Amazing turnout last night for Jody's Buzzing Into Action: The Power of Nebraska’s Insect Pollinator. The classrooms were full. Nebraska has over 400 native bees with 70% nesting in the ground. #NebExt
June 11, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Amazing turnout last night for Jody's Buzzing Into Action: The Power of Nebraska’s Insect Pollinator. The classrooms were full. Nebraska has over 400 native bees with 70% nesting in the ground. #NebExt
Yellow and purple make a fantastic color combo in the garden—bold, bright, and perfect for pollinators!
Oxeye Sunflower
Prairie Purple Clover
Purple Poppy-mallow
MO Evening Primrose
Be bold. Plant for the insects!
#NebExt #NativePlants #PollinatorFriendly #GardenJoy
Oxeye Sunflower
Prairie Purple Clover
Purple Poppy-mallow
MO Evening Primrose
Be bold. Plant for the insects!
#NebExt #NativePlants #PollinatorFriendly #GardenJoy
June 9, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Yellow and purple make a fantastic color combo in the garden—bold, bright, and perfect for pollinators!
Oxeye Sunflower
Prairie Purple Clover
Purple Poppy-mallow
MO Evening Primrose
Be bold. Plant for the insects!
#NebExt #NativePlants #PollinatorFriendly #GardenJoy
Oxeye Sunflower
Prairie Purple Clover
Purple Poppy-mallow
MO Evening Primrose
Be bold. Plant for the insects!
#NebExt #NativePlants #PollinatorFriendly #GardenJoy
Keep it simple and keep it clear. Homemade hummingbird nectar: 1 part sugar 4 parts water and no food dye. Keep the feeder clean and change out the solution every few days - more frequent when it gets hot. #NebExt
June 5, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Keep it simple and keep it clear. Homemade hummingbird nectar: 1 part sugar 4 parts water and no food dye. Keep the feeder clean and change out the solution every few days - more frequent when it gets hot. #NebExt
Cup plant, Silphium perfoliatum, doing it's name sake - acting like a cup. A Midwest native perennial that can grow up to 8' makes an impressive impact in the landscape. #NebExt
May 22, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Cup plant, Silphium perfoliatum, doing it's name sake - acting like a cup. A Midwest native perennial that can grow up to 8' makes an impressive impact in the landscape. #NebExt