Master Gardeners host summer garden programs on July 19, August 16
HARDIN CO. – The Hardin County OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteers are hosting two summer garden programs at the Friendship Gardens of Hardin County located at 960 W. Kohler Street in Kenton.
- I can eat THAT??!! - July 19, 6:30 p.m.
- Growing Cucurbits - August 16, 6:30 p.m.
Learn about foraging for food in your backyard Tuesday, July 19 with the edible plants program “I can eat THAT??!!”
There are many plants besides fruits and vegetables that are growing in your yard or woods that can be used as food. Come learn about some of them and try a taste. This is a good way to stretch your food budget. This will be presented by Master Gardeners Vicki Phillips and Kim Thomas.
What are cucurbits? Why they are squash, cucumbers, pumpkins, melons, and gourds, of course.
Learn the tricks on how to grow these delicious vegetables, and tips on how to keep them pest and disease free. This program on “Growing Cucurbits” will be held Tuesday, August 16 and will be presented by
Master Gardener Stewart Coats who is an award-winning gardener.
These events are free and open to the public, rain or shine with the featured program inside the shelter house at the Friendship Gardens with seating.
Registration is not necessary to attend. Master Gardener Volunteers will be stationed throughout the Friendship Gardens before and after the programs to
answer your gardening questions. All interested gardeners are encouraged to attend.
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