Welcome to Horticulture Webinar Wednesdays.
Each week University of Kentucky County Extension Agents and Specialists bring an informative 20 to 30 minute program straight to your computer.
You can join us live at 1 pm CST on ZOOM each Wednesday.
Recordings will be posted to this site following the live meeting.
Backyard Black Raspberries
Recorded March 25, 2020
Dr. Shawn Wright, horticulture specialist for the University of Kentucky, presents on how to grow black raspberries.
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Black Raspberry Survey
Spotted Winged Drosophila
SWD Management
Taking Soil Test Samples
Growing Blackberries and Raspberries in KY
So You Think You Want to be a Beekeeper
Recorded April 8, 2020
Lindie Huffman, ANR Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Pendleton County, helps you decide if beekeeping is for you.
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Video Notes
Beekeeping Survey
Asparagus in the Garden
Recorded April 15, 2020
Sharon Flynt, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Scott County, talks home asparagus production from site prep to harvest.
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Asparagus Survey
Start Composting at Home
Recorded April 22, 2020
Adam Leonberger, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Franklin County, shows you how to turn garden waste to valuable compost.
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Compost Survey
HO-75 Home Composting publication
Insects in the Garden
Recorded May 6, 2020
Sarah Stolz, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Campbell County, talks about some common pests found in the landscape.
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Beginner Vegetable Gardening
Recorded May 13, 2020
Andrea Stith, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Barren County, gives an introduction to vegetable gardening.
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ID 128 Home Vegetable Gardening in Kentucky
ID 248 Gardening In Small Spaces
Perennials for Late Summer & Fall Color
Recorded May 20, 2020
Dennis Morgeson, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Washington County, discusses perennial plants that will add late summer and fall color to your flower bed.
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Herb Gardening
Recorded May 20, 2020
Macy Fawns, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Mason County, discusses basic herbs every gardener should grow.
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Extending Vegetable Gardening into the Fall
Recorded June 3, 2020
Annette Heisdorffer Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Daviess County, covers how to get the most from your garden late in the season.
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How Cool Are Fungi? Basics of Plant Disease
Recorded June 10, 2020
Dr. Nicole Gauthier, plant disease specialist for the University of Kentucky, presents on recognizing fungi diseases.
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Strawberries
Recorded June 17, 2020
Dr. Shawn Wright, horticulture specialist for the University of Kentucky, presents on how to grow strawberries.
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Attracting Pollinators
Recorded June 24, 2020
Amy Aldenderfer, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Hardin County, talks about pollinators and how to attract them to your garden.
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Homegrown Tomato Troubleshooting
Recorded July 1, 2020
Faye Kuosman, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Woodford County, talks about managing your tomatoes mid-season.
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Stream Buffers
Recorded July 8, 2020
Dr. Amanda Gumbert, water quality specialist for the University of Kentucky, talks about developing and preserving healthy streams.
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Using IPM to Manage Insects in the Garden
Recorded July 15, 2020
Jessica Bessin, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Mercer County, discusses managing insects using alternatives to pesticides.
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Flower Garden Floral Design
Recorded July 22, 2020
Kara Back, Horticulture Extension Agent for the University of Kentucky in Taylor County demonstrated a floral arrangement and discusses how you can use flowers from your garden.
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Instructions
Upcoming Programs
July 29: Tips and tricks for reducing disease in saved vegetable seed – Emily Pfeufer
August 5: The Incredible Edible Landscape – Kelly Jackson
August 12: Invasive Plants – Dr. Ellen Crocker
August 19: Weed Control: The Non-Nuclear Options – Beth Wilson
August 26: Cool Season Grass and Lawn Renovation – Andy Rideout
