Garden tips: June an important time for potatoes, tomatoes

By Taylor Jamison, Kansas State University
Jun 11, 2022
Jun 11, 2022

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By Taylor Jamison, Kansas State University

June is the time when many vegetable crops can begin to be harvested from the home garden. Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham shares a few care reminders for common garden crops.

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