Once favored as an ornamental shade tree, the Callery pear has become an invasive species. Though the spring flowers and fall color make it a tempting addition for the landscape, the susceptibility to storm damage and aggressive growth are undesirable. The second annual Callery Pear Buy-back supports property owners who would like to replace an invasive pear tree with a free native tree. Follow the link provided for details and registration information. https://deeproots.org/callery-pear-events/
August 1, 2024, at Rocky Ford Turfgrass Research Center in Manhattan, KS. See the Field Day Program here: https://www.k-state.edu/turf/events/2024TurfFieldDayProgram.pdf