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July Newsletter |
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🌞 Welcome to the July Newsletter 🌞
Where the weeds are persistent, the tomatoes are stubborn, and the farmers are slightly sunburnt but still smiling.
Howdy, green thumbs and grass warriors! July is here, and with it comes peak garden drama. The squash are staging a coup, the cucumbers think they run the place, and the zucchini—well, let’s just say we’ve all got one the size of a baseball bat hiding under a leaf somewhere.
This month, we’re diving into the exciting world of midsummer gardening: how to keep your lawn greener than your neighbor’s, whether that mystery bug is friend or foe, and what to do when your tomatoes start acting like divas.
So grab a cold drink, find a shady spot, and dig into another edition. |
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Don't Let Ticks Hitch a Ride!
Dr. Jody Green shares quick, practical tips to keep ticks off you and your family. Tick season may peak April–June in Nebraska, but with warmer weather and more outdoor time, the risk sticks around. Learn how to stay safe all season long—watch the video and read the full article!
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Featured Article
Tips for Preventing Ticks - Check Yourself! |
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Video: Backyard Influencer |
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Meet Noah Young, the heart and soul behind The Shiloh Farm, which brings education and comedy to gardening, farming, and homesteading. Noah shares how he started, what motivates him, and why connecting to the land through food and animals matters more than ever.
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Keep your lawn looking its best through the heat! Jeff Culbertson shares smart summer turf tips—like proper mowing height, watering strategies, and how to avoid common heat-stress mistakes. A few simple adjustments can make all the difference for a greener, healthier yard.
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Article: Native Plants that DELIVER |
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Scott Evans suggests a great way to ease into native gardening is by focusing on bold color combinations, especially the timeless pairing of white, yellow and purple. This dynamic contrast draws the eye, creating gardens that feel lively yet not overwhelming.
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Video: Dealing with Aphids? |
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It's Buggy outside, so our Urban Entomologist, Dr. Jody Green is popular this month. Jody breaks down everything you need to know if you are dealing with aphids in your landscape.
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Lincoln: July 8, 5-8 pm CT
Omaha: July 15, 5-8 pm CT
Details: You're invited to the NSA Garden Walks in Lincoln and Omaha. Meander amid beauty, meet other gardeners and get inspired! Ticket prices: $10 for Nebraska Statewide Arboretum members; $15 for non-members. Tickets are per car, not per individual -- so bring a carload of friends! |
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Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Time: 10:00a - 1:00pm CT
Details: The East Campus Discovery Days and Farmers Market at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a fun, family-friendly event for all ages. It’s more than a farmer’s market. It’s more than a science day. Come for the hands-on, science focused fun. Stay to enjoy live music and food trucks. Shop at our farmers market and vendor fair. Enjoy a scoop of ice cream at the newly renovated UNL Dairy Store. Take in the beauty of the Backyard Farmer garden. Activities are free, food and crafts are available for purchase. |
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