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Sunflowers
- Fayette County Extension OfficeSunflowers are a must have in the summer garden. Most everyone has grown a packet of seeds or two. You may not be aware of the wide variety of colors and size options. There are varieties ranging from 24” to 15 feet in height. Cut flower enthusiasts will be happy to hear there are also pollenless varieties that are less messy indoors. They can also offer benefits to birds, pollinators, and other wildlife. We will provide sampler packets of several newer options. Cost: $15.00
Growing Cucumbers, Pumpkins, and Squash
- Fayette County Extension OfficeThese vining crops can be productive options for home gardens but have some growing challenges. We will discuss their culture, common insect and disease problems, and share tips to help you be more successful with these popular vegetables. Cost: Free, but must register in advance to reserve a seat.
Favorite Natives for Pollinators
- Fayette County Extension OfficeIn this session we will discuss some of the better native flower choices for gardens. Planting natives for pollinators is quite popular and a great step toward protecting these valuable resources. Every great pollinator plant is not necessarily a well-behaved landscape choice. We will steer you to some pollinator favorites that also are great for gardeners. Take home a small plant for your pollinator garden. You must attend the class to receive the plant, which will be distributed at the end of class. Cost: Free, but must register in advance to reserve a seat.
Growing Fall Vegetables
- Fayette County Extension OfficeMany people enthusiastically plant in the spring but miss the opportunity to maximize their harvest with succession planting. We will cover which crops are best suited to fall production and the pitfalls of summer planting. Many crops actually perform better as a fall crop than in spring. We will provide a seed packet for a small planting. Must attend the class to receive the seed packet, which will be distributed at the end of class. Cost: Free, but must register in advance to reserve a seat.
Non-Stop Perennials
- Fayette County Extension OfficeThere are many wonderful perennial plants for gardens. Most are easily grown and return for years but the majority bloom for only 2-3 weeks. There are some varieties that have extended bloom periods that can last several weeks or even months. We will discuss varieties known for their exceptionally long bloom times. You will take home a plant to grow in your own garden. Cost: $15.00
Low Input Lawn Care
- Fayette County Extension OfficeYou can have a nice lawn without excessive applications of fertilizers and chemical pest controls. We will discuss alternatives to traditional lawn care strategies. The emphasis will be working with nature and understanding the biology of cool season lawn grasses. Cost: Free, but you must register in advance to reserve a seat.
Perennials for Late Season Color
- Fayette County Extension OfficeColor in the perennial garden tends to nosedive around August 1st. Your garden doesn’t have to be drab into the fall. There is a whole world beyond sedum and mums. We will also discuss the role grasses, shrubs and textures can play during the dog days of summer. Take home small plants to grow at home. Cost: $15.00
Perennials for Shade
- Fayette County Extension OfficeShade can certainly limit our options when gardening. We will cover numerous perennials for shady spots. Most will require some degree of moisture but shade doesn’t have to limit gardeners excessively. We will share mulching and watering tips to help keep things looking their best. From Hosta and ferns to flowering plants, we hope to expand your list of options. We will provide a small plant to try in your garden. Cost: $15.00
Growing Garlic
- Fayette County Extension OfficeMost people would agree that fresh garlic is indispensable in the kitchen but very few gardeners grow their own. There are many different varieties gardeners can choose from. We will discuss how to grow this easy, fall planted crop including how to harvest and store. Attendees will take home seed stock to plant in their own gardens. Cost: $10.00
Daffodils
- Fayette County Extension OfficeEveryone loves the sight of the cheerful spring daffodils with their promise of warmer days to come. We all know the large yellow trumpet varieties but there are 13 divisions of these amazing bulbs including miniatures, doubles, small cupped, split-cupped, etc. We will explore the genus with tips for planting and naturalizing. Each class member will take home a sampler of lesser known daffodil bulbs for their own garden. We will include a generous assortment. Cost: $20.00
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